Farming machinery engineeringLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: KC00DS64
Objective
Upon completion of the course, student will know how to:
- explain the structure, function and design of the more common farming machinery.
- explain the distinctive technology associated with farming machinery.
Content
- Tractors: structures, features, engines, steering devices, transmissions, brakes, tyres, attaching machinery, and hydraulics
- Combine harvesters: harvesting and threshing mechanisms, separators and conveyors, power transmission and utilising electronics
- Soil cultivators, hoppers and fertilizer spreaders, plant protection sprays, bailers and feed machines
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Level 1-2: Student knows the basics of the knowledge objectives of the course.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Level 3-4: Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Level 5: Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice.
Materials
- Field-related publications and literature
- Lecturer's material