Introduction to Power, Structural, and Technical Systems

This introductory course prepares students for careers in agricultural mechanics, fabrication, and construction. Students receive instruction in and hands-on experiences using tools, building agricultural structures, welding, working with electricity, carpentry and operating, maintaining, and repairing agricultural machinery and equipment. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.