SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill · Courses
AGEN
76 courses with the subject AGEN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
AGEN 007| John Deere Work Experience
This course provides students with a work experience at a relevant equipment business. Program arrangements are made individually with and for each student and their partnering business. The location and work experience must be approved by the student's advisor. During the work experience, the student will build upon their industry knowledge and skills development. The student will perform a minimum of 400 hours of work at the approved location. This course is S/U graded only. Prerequisite: AGEN Majors in a John Deere Track [Fall] Applied Learning-Internship [0 credits]
This course is designed to introduce students to various aspects of the Agricultural Engineering Technology industry. Students are given the opportunity to learn about the many skills that are necessary to be successful in the broad range of careers stemming from an education including Agricultural Engineering Technology. A grade point average of 85 or above in an approved high school program will demonstrate acceptable achievement of the requirements for this course. A portfolio may be presented for evaluation by the Agricultural Engineering Technology Department. [Fall, Spring] [3 credits] [3 contact hours]
Students work for experience in a wholesale or retail equipment business. Program arrangements are made individually with and for each student and business. A minimum of 44 hours of approved work experience is required per credit hour. Hours by arrangement. This course is S/U graded only. Prerequisite: Restricted to AGEN majors. [Spring] Applied Learning- Internship [2 credits] [2 contact hours]
Students work for experience in a wholesale or retail equipment business. Program arrangements are made individually with and for each student and business. A minimum of 44 hours of approved work experience is required per credit hour. Hours by arrangement. This course is S/U graded only. Prerequisite: Restricted to AGEN majors. [Spring] Applied Learning- Internship [3 credits] [3 contact hours]
Manufacturer Orientation is designed to prepare students and guide them through their partnership with their specific manufacturer. It will consist of orienting the student with the manufacturer-specific software, training, procedures, and products. This course is restricted to the John Deere Concentration of the Agricultural Power Machinery and Diesel Technology Majors. [Fall] Applied Learning-Other [1 credit] [1 contact hour]
This course will provide students with broad applied knowledge in 2-and-3-dimensional computer aided design (CAD) and modeling software and 3-dimensional replication techniques. Students will learn current CAD software packages used by professionals in the engineering and architectural fields to develop proficiency in computer aided technical drawing and design. Students will also learn techniques to produce and evaluate prototypes using 3D printers and digitizers. This course is cross-listed with ENGR 200. [Spring] Applied Learning-Other [3 credits] [2 contact hours] Page | 182 2026-2027
Students will learn the fundamental principles, science and technology associated with composting and compost use. Composting will provide a vehicle for students to learn and apply principles of basic scientific disciplines including biology, chemistry, soil science, applied technology, sustainability and mechanics. Topics include the composting process (e.g. biology and chemistry), characteristics of feedstocks, composting methods and equipment, process management, site management and mechanical operations used to manufacture compost, the functions and use of compost, compost quality and compost markets. [1 credit] [1 contact hour]
Students will investigate the operation, design, service, and diagnostics of stationary refrigeration systems. Students will be prepared for completion of the EPA 608 certification exam which will allow them to install and service stationary refrigeration systems. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or permission of instructor. Co-requisite: AGEN 246X. [Fall, Spring] Applied Learning-Other [2 credits] [2 contact hours]
The course will incorporate Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Technology as it relates to agricultural field applications that increase field efficiency. Topics will include basic GNSS theory, operation and setup, tractor and implement setup and adjustments, calibration, field operations, and mapping. Classroom instruction will be complemented with hands-on experience in a 2-hour laboratory. Students should be familiar with operation of modern agricultural tractors. Co-requisite: AGEN 248X [Fall] Applied Learning-Field Study [2 credits] [1 contact hour]
A study of the properties of metals and common welding processes used in the manufacture and repair of farm and light industrial equipment. Experience will emphasize repair and all position welding with arc and oxyacetylene processes. [1 contact hour]
This course is designed to introduce students to electrical power generation systems used in residential and commercial application as a standalone or back up power source due to grid power interruption/failure. Instruction is provided in the area of: safe work practices, alternating current fundamentals, generator and alternator fundamentals, voltage regulators, transfer switches, systems sizing, governor speed load control and generator protection. Students will develop the necessary skills to properly install, service and diagnose electrical power generations systems. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 and PHYS 101X or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: AGEN 281 [Spring] Applied Learning-Other [1 credit] [3 contact hours]
Students will study the design and construction of fuel and emission systems. These systems include injectors, injection pumps, high-pressure common rail, electronic unit injection, diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filters, and selective catalytic reduction, used in John Deere equipment. Emphasis will be placed on the design, operation, diagnostics, and repair of fuel and emission systems. Troubleshooting procedures and malfunction diagnostics is included for mechanical, electronically controlled fuel and emission systems. This course is restricted to John Deere TECH students only. Prerequisite: AGEN 132 and 132X. Co-requisite: AGEN 294X [Fall] Applied Learning-Other [3 credits] [3 contact hours]
A course covering the operation, diagnosis, and repair of pneumatic systems included on heavy equipment and commercial vehicles. Topics addressed will include: air brakes, air suspension, anti-lock braking systems, traction control, and accessory circuits. [Spring] [1 credit] [1 contact hour]
Students will learn the principles, processes, technologies, and the social and environmental impacts associated with managing wastes. The course will cover, with equal weight, management wastes from agricultural activities (e.g. livestock production) and non-agricultural activities, including municipal, residential and industrial. Both solid and liquid wastes will be covered. Options for sustainable use of organic wastes will be emphasized. Topics will include the waste sources, characterization of waste materials, nutrient balances, biology and chemistry of wastes, impacts on the environment (water and air), odor management, collection methods, storage, land application, landfills, wastewater treatment, materials recycling, energy recovery, nutrient recycling, waste reduction and public and community interaction. Labs will involve site visits to facilities on campus and in the Cobleskill area plus hands-on activities and analysis. Students will complete a campus-based research project. [Fall] Applied Learning-Field Study [2 credits] [2 contact hours]
Students will investigate the operation, design, service, and diagnostics of stationary refrigeration systems. Students will be prepared for completion of the EPA 608 certification exam which will allow them to install and service stationary refrigeration systems. Co-requisite: AGEN 346X. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or permission of instructor [Fall, Spring] Applied Learning-Other [2 credits] [2 contact hours]
Students will investigate fundamental concepts and current topics in precision agriculture, and the use of associated computer tools to make crop management recommendations in production agriculture settings. Topics covered include geographic information systems and data mapping, electronic sensors and controllers, variable rate application technologies, integration of spatially based soil fertility and yield data, and the interpretation of data collected from these systems. Prerequisites: AGSC 111, or permission of instructor. [Spring] Applied Learning-Other [3 credits] [2 contact hours]
This course prepares students for professional employment in the construction and agricultural equipment industry. Topics will include student internship experiences, employability skills and portfolio development, project management, and professional communications. Field trips to representative sites will be a part of the course. Prerequisite: Junior standing, or permissions of instructor [Fall] Applied Learning-Other [2 credit] [2 contact hours]
The Agricultural Engineering Equipment Internship is a supervised field work experience in which a Bachelor of Technology student takes part in an internship at an approved agriculture-related business that relates to student's major field of study. Students carry out a planned program of educational experiences under the direct supervision of the owner, manager or supervisor of the business within a 600 hour time frame. Each intern will be supervised by a member of the faculty on a regular basis. Evaluation will be based on attendance, attitude and quality of work performed during the internship. Intern will be assigned an S/U grade. Prerequisites: Minimum overall GPA 2.0, successful completion with a grade of "D" or better in, AGEN 380, AGEN 331/331X, AGEN 332/332X, AGEN 333/333X and AGEN 480 or Agricultural Engineering Dept. approval.
The internship reporting is part of the student's internship experience. Requirements will consist of reporting to faculty supervisor and a final presentation at the conclusion of the internship. The presentation will consist of an in-depth oral presentation summarizing his or her educational internship experience. The student will also be required to communicate during the internship by submitting daily logs and completing periodic and final evaluations. Intern will be assigned a letter grade (A-F). Prerequisites: Minimum overall GPA 2.0, successful completion with a grade of "D" or better in AGEN 380, AGEN 331/331X, AGEN 332/332X, AGEN 333/333X and AGEN 480 or Agricultural Engineering Department Approval. Co-
Supervised work experience and applied learning at an approved agriculture or equipment-related business, government agency, non-governmental organization, or education setting that relates to the student's major field of study. Students carry out a planned program of educational experiences under the direct supervision of the internship supervisor. Each intern will be supervised by a member of the faculty on a regular basis. A daily journal reflecting on, and quantifying work activities, and final reporting are required elements of the internship. The course is S/U graded only. Internship credit hours may range from 4 credit hours to a maximum of 15 credit hours. Course may be repeated to a maximum of 15 credit hours. Each credit hour requires 45 hours of relevant work and reporting experience. Prerequisites: minimum overall GPA 2.0, Page | 187 2026-2027
Seminar course designed for students to study current issues within the equipment industry. This course will include an exploration of organizational, communication, and managerial techniques commonly applied in the equipment industry. Additionally, research evaluating new technologies affecting the equipment industry as well as personnel requirements and interactions governed by the current society laws and ethics. Group activities will improve collaboration abilities and the knowledge gained in this course will be used to help students become a more valuable and successful employee. Students will be accountable for recording and logging all activities for the course. This course will help students become more effective managing their time as this will be critical throughout the semester. Prerequisite: AGEN 380, or permission of instructor. [Spring] Applied Learning-Research [2 credits] [2 contact hours]
