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Agricultural Machinery Technology at Utah State University


The Agricultural Machinery Technology Program, which includes both the One-year Technology Certificate and the Associate of Applied Science Degree (two-year) Program, is the only one of its kind in the Western United States. This critical scarcity has secured a program endorsement from the Implement Dealers' Association, which represents dealers and manufacturers throughout the Western United States.

One-year Technology Certificate Program. The One-year Technology Certificate Program has its basis in agricultural machinery. This program is designed to familiarize students with the agricultural equipment industry. The Machinery Certificate includes technical hands-on training on engines, power trains, hydraulics, DC electrical, and specialized forage, harvesting, tillage, planting, and spraying equipment. At the end of the year, students participate in an occupational experience with a cooperating employer. This employment may extend on through the summer, developing excellent opportunities for future employer reference and on-the-job experience.

Associate of Applied Science Degree. The Associate of Applied Science Degree is a second-year continuation of the one-year program in agricultural machinery technology. In this program, specialization courses and training are designed to allow maximum flexibility in developing a curriculum for the student. Basic core classes must be completed in equipment testing, diagnosis, and retailing of parts and equipment. Because it is an associate degree program, a minimum of 6 credits of University Studies courses are required. This requirement facilitates the transition into the four-year program for those students who decide to continue with their education.

Career Opportunities - national and international

  • The One-year Technology Certificate Program provides preparation for entry-level employment opportunities with agricultural implement dealerships and companies in the areas of parts and service. Other opportunities include employment with farm suppliers, feed and fertilizer agencies, corporate farms and ranches, and other related enterprises in positions as salespersons, parts clerks, service center foremen, machinery fieldmen, and assemblymen. The department averages six employment inquiries from dealers and manufacturers for every student available for placement.
  • The Associate of Applied Science Degree is designed to prepare students for rapid advancement in the fields of service management or parts management in positions as sales managers, parts managers, and service managers. These students may be employed by manufacturers such as AGCO, Cat, CNH, John Deere, and Kubota.

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