AGET 3283 - Agricultural Structure Systems

Credit(s): 2

AGET 3283/3183 introduces students to the principles and practices essential for constructing, managing, and maintaining agricultural structures. The course covers structural system components, material strength, and load considerations specific to agricultural applications, such as livestock facilities, storage buildings, and environmental control systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, structural planning, and environmental adaptability, providing students with hands-on experience in using tools, applying construction techniques, and implementing regulatory standards for agricultural settings. Through practical assignments and project-based labs, students will gain foundational skills in building design, framing, material selection, and implementing ventilation, heating, and insulation strategies suitable for agricultural needs.
When Offered: [“Fall, Spring”] Repeated: No Co-requisite Course(s): AGET 3183
Maximum Hours: 2 Minimum grade required for pre-req(s): NA