AGTE - Agricultural Technology

AGTE 252 Concepts in Precision Agriculture: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F) The course provides an overview of the concepts of precision agricultural technology, including topics such as yield calculation and yield map generation, soil property measurements (spectrophotometer and other devices), comparison of yield and soil test results, sensors for site-specific application, VRT system calibration and map generation based on recommended equations, economics and profitability of precision agriculture, precision farming advantages disadvantages, development of site-specific management plans, etc.

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Explain the fundamental concepts of precision agriculture
Apply satellite navigation systems to agriculture data collection and vehicle guidance
Implement proximal and remote sensing data to understand spatiotemporal variability in agriculture
Demonstrate the uses of farm management systems

AGTE 291 Special Topics: 1-4 Credits ()

AGTE 330 Alternative Power & Energy Technology: 3 Credits (2 Lec, 1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing. (Sp) Through a variety of research and applied learning activities, students will develop an understanding of various power/energy sources while at the same time gaining new perspectives on the feasibility and appropriateness of adopting and implementing a variety of power/energy systems to meet current societal needs

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Portray how various transportation, power, and energy technologies have affected and continue to affect society.
Analyze and discuss how transportation, power, and energy technologies affect them as an individual.
Analyze and discuss how transportation, power, and energy technologies influence their decisions as an individual.
Describe in what ways they can have an effect on current and future transportation, power, and energy technologies.
Demonstrate their understanding of technological issues related to transportation, power, and energy and their inter-relationships.
Describe in detail a variety of alternative energy technologies currently employed by society.
Explain the need for transportation, power, and energy alternatives basing their discussion on an understanding of past and present societal circumstances.
Discuss the need for alternative transportation, power, and energy technologies based on an understanding of past and present societal circumstances.
Demonstrate their understanding and gained knowledge of transportation, power, and energy technologies through active research, investigation, and quality documentation & construction of artifacts.
Successfully complete an in depth group presentation and project related to a specific alternative transportation, power, or energy alternative.

AGTE 411 Internet of Things in Precision Agriculture: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: AGTE 252. (Sp) Students will explore the application of internet of things platforms for agriculture and livestock management. Students will also implement their own IoT system in the laboratory activities of the class

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Analyze and describe the architecture of IoT systems, including key components, communication protocols, and data flow processes.
Implement IoT systems to collect and analyze environmental data for agricultural applications.
Operate IoT systems with multiple devices that respond to data inputs by automating actions and optimizing agricultural processes.
Evaluate the societal implications of automation and data rights in IoT systems through classroom discussions.

AGTE 417 Manufacturing Technology: 3 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing. (Sp) Capstone course. Study and application of manufacturing concepts common to industry, including the stages of initial planning, prototype construction through the use of modern manufacturing techniques, market research, and analysis

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Outline the evolution of manufacturing by identifying major events, noted individuals, and technological advances.
Define manufacturing as it exists as a system
Identify and accurately describe the areas of managerial technology as they relate to manufacturing enterprises.
Provide an in-depth explanation as to the need for the successful integration of all areas of managerial technology.
Accurately describe in detail the focus and responsibilities of each of the managerial areas as a system member.
Identify and accurately describe the areas of transformation technology as they relate to manufacturing enterprises.
Distinguish between the characteristics/properties of various materials used in manufacturing.
Research, investigate, and report through written and verbal presentations the manufacturing industry as it currently exists in the state of Montana.
Research, investigate, and report through written and verbal presentations a variety of specialized manufacturing industries in the state of Montana and the global connection Montana manufacturers have established and maintained.
Assess and identify safety issues related to manufacturing systems and environments.
Describe in detail and accurately demonstrate all concepts related to the product design and development process.
Employ and demonstrate proper procedure for the use of multiple tools and processes including, but not limited to Mastercam software; Shop Sabre CNC mill; Versa Laser; Bridgeport Mill; etc., to produce product prototypes.
Work successfully individually collaboratively with peers in an online environment.
Combine the above stated objectives to research, identify, and use appropriate manufacturing processes / steps to successfully organize a manufacturing company which will through the implementation of the five areas of manufacturing and the associated responsibilities, plan, design, prototype, manufacture, market, and sell a product.

AGTE 422 Data Analysis and Management for Digital Agriculture: 3 Credits (2 Lec, 1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: AGTE 252 and AGTE 444. (Sp) AGSC 406, Data Analysis and Management for Digital Agriculture

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Explain the concepts in digital agriculture and its importance for sustainable agriculture and the environment
Identify different aspects of data visualization, integration, manipulation, and management for improved production and profit
Analyze geospatial data using statistical tools and machine learning algorithms to create management zones in the field

AGTE 444 Sensing in Agriculture: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) The course will examine precision agricultural technologies and their application in agricultural production systems.

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Identify differences in sensing techniques and approaches in agriculture
Work with drones, multispectral and thermal sensors, mission planning, and image processing
Apply data management and analysis to establish relationships between various remotely sensed data and crops soils physiochemical properties and yield attributing parameters
Plan irrigation scheduling for agricultural crops

AGTE 491 Special Topics: 1-4 Credits ()

Offered as needed based on student demand. Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number.
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

AGTE 523 Creative Problem Solving: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

A review and analysis of basic and applied research in the development of creative behavior with emphasis on its application to technical teaching and industrial problem solving.

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Summarize several creative techniques of problem solving and idea production.
Identify creative possibilities in varying environments.
Formulate multiple strategies to deal with complex problems.
Design solutions to problems using creative problem solving techniques.\\n
Recognize and apply an open-mindedness toward non-standard ideas.

AGTE 591 Critical and Creative Problem Solving: 4 Credits ()

Repeatable up to 9 credits.