Administrative Master Syllabus
Administrative Master Syllabus
Revised February 2016 Page 1 of 5
Purpose: It is the intention of this Administrative Master Syllabus to provide a general description of the course, outline the
required elements of the course and to lay the foundation for course assessment for the improvement of student learning, as
specified by the faculty of Wharton County Junior College, regardless of who teaches the course, the timeframe by which it
is instructed, or the instructional method by which the course is delivered. It is not intended to restrict the manner by which
an individual faculty member teaches the course but to be an administrative tool to aid in the improvement of instruction.
Course Title:
Course Prefix & Number:
Division & Department:
Course Type
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not WCJC Core)
Academic WCJC Core Course
WECM Course
This course is a Special Topics or Unique Needs Course.
Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours: Lab/Other Hours _____:_____:_____
Equated Pay Hours:_____
Catalog Course Description:
Pre-Requisites:
Co-Requisites:
Signature Date
Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
List Lab/
Other Hours
Lab Hours
Clinical Hours
Practicum Hours
Other (List)
Agricultural Construction I
AGRI 2303
Life & Physical Science: Agriculture
3
2
3
Safety procedures, selection, use, and maintenance of
hand and power tools, metal cutting and welding; and construction
materials and principles.
2
None
None
Sean Amestoy
Digitally signed by Sean Amestoy
Date: 2017.03.10 12:09:37 -06'00'
3/10/17
Sean Amestoy
Digitally signed by Sean Amestoy
Date: 2017.03.10 12:10:04 -06'00'
3/10/17
Kevin Dees
Digitally signed by Kevin Dees
DN: cn=Kevin Dees, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Division Chair, email=kevind@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2017.03.10 13:16:41 -06'00'
3/10/17
Leigh Ann collins
Digitally signed by Leigh Ann collins
DN: cn=Leigh Ann collins, o=WCJC, ou=VPI,
email=lacollins@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2017.05.03 11:34:24 -05'00'
5-3-17
Emmons, Tracy
Digitally signed by Emmons, Tracy
DN: cn=Emmons, Tracy, email=EmmonsT@wcjc.cc.tx.us,
o=Wharton County Junior College
Date: 2018.03.09 13:23:18 -06'00'
03/23/17
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Administrative Master Syllabus
Administrative Master Syllabus
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I. Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include
information regarding lab, practicum, clinical, or other non-lecture instruction).
Topical Outline Dedicated Instructional Time
Taking linear measurements; using squares, levels,
and lines. Two weeks
Woodworking safety, woodworking hand tools, and
woodworking fasteners. Three weeks
Selection and usage of abrasives, stains, finishes,
and wood and metal paint applications. One week
Selection and use of portable drills, sanders, saws,
and routers. One week
Principles of concrete layout and surveying. . Two weeks
Principles of basic plumbing and wiring. Two weeks
Farm buildings and related structures. Two weeks
Selection and use of plywood and lumber One week
Welding, safety, and principles of gas, arc. MIG, and
TIG welding. Two weeks
Laboratory:
1. Measurement/squaring.
2. Calculating/Determining area, acreage/perimeter
3. Use of screws, nails, nuts, bolts, and glue.
4. Wood and metal sanding, preparation and painting techniques.
5. Using portable hand tools.
6.Surveying
7. Concrete construction
8.Plumbing and wiring.
9. Selecting plywood and treated lumber.
10. Welding equipment and safety.
11. Metal welding and cutting.
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II. Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful
completion of this course, students will:
Methods of Assessment:
1. Demonstrate proper safety procedures in
agricultural construction laboratory.
2. Identify layout tools used for linear
measuring, leveling, and squaring.
3. Describe principles involved in linear
measurements, squaring, leveling, etc.
4. Identify woodworking fasteners and hand
tools.
5. Understand and implement the methods
for using hand tools and fasteners.
6. Demonstrate knowledge regarding
various methods of using abrasives,
finishes and paints.
7. Understand selection and demonstrate
usage of portable drills, saws, sanders, and
routers.
8. Understand the differences and
demonstrate knowledge regarding the
different types of welding such as Gas, Arc,
MIG, and TIG.
9. Illustrate the principles of surveying and
knowledge regarding the uses of
application of concrete layout and
structures.
10. Apply basic wiring and plumbing
technique
1. Lab, exams, & class discussions
2. Lab, exams, & class discussions
3. Lab, exams, & class discussions
4. Lab, exams, & class discussions
5. Lab, exams, & class discussions
6. Lab, exams, & class discussions
7. Lab, exams, & class discussions
8. Lab, exams, & class discussions
9. Lab, exams, & class discussions
10. Lab, exams, and class discussions
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III. Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
IV. Suggested course maximum: ________________________
V. List any
specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach
the course.
VI. Course
Requirements/Grading SystemDescribe any
course specific requirements such as
research papers or reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
VII. Curriculum Checklist
Academic
General Education Course (from ACGM-but not in WCJC core)
No additional documentation needed.
Academic WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms.
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal
Responsibility
WECM Course
If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist.
Agricultural Mechanics, Fundamentals and Applications, Current edition.
Cengage Learning. Ray V. Herren.
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The lecture room should include sufficient dry erase (or chalk) board for notes
and illustrations, a computer with internet access and overhead computer
projector, and a traditional overhead projector.
Laboratory classroom required
Students are required to read the publications assigned to them.
Throughout the semester, the students have 4 major lecture exams,
attendance/participation, several quizzes and assignments
Evaluative Procedures:
Lecture grade makes up ½ of the final grade.
Lab grade makes up ½ of the final grade.
Lecture grade is determined by 4 major exams and class
attendance/participation, each counting for 1/5 of the total lecture
grade.
Lab grade is determined by participation and completion of lab
assignments.
The grade classifications
as outlined in the
College Catalog are
employed:
A – 90 – 100% Excellent
B – 80 – 89% Good
C – 70 – 79% Average
D – 60 – 69% Poor
F – Below 60% Failure
W – Withdrawn