Mechanized Agriculture
Degrees and Programs
The Mechanized Agriculture concentration prepares you to maintain machinery and equipment for agricultural use. You will receive training to repair and maintain all types of agricultural equipment, and includes farm welding, engine repair and tune-ups, and the proper calibration of planting, irrigation, harvesting equipment, and precision farming (GPS/GIS).
As in all Northeast agricultural concentrations, courses in business management, agricultural records, marketing, and the use of computers are included in the program of study.
Pohlman Ag Complex Tour
Courses and Program Options
Intern Information
We also have an established summer internship program that will provide you with on-the-job training. This is a great way to network with future employers.
Career Information
You'll have the know-how and experience to maintain your own farm equipment or for employment in dealerships in machinery set-up and calibration. You'll also have the skills for a career in parts management or machinery sales.
Salary Information
Salaries vary depending on chosen occupation and location.
Brandon Christiansen, BC Farms
Ron Coufal, Beef Feedlot Owner/Farm Operator
Brian Coufal, Beef Feedlot Owner/Farm Operator
Ivan Lentsch, Precision Planting
Aaron Sauser, Lindsay Corporation
Jim Miller, Jim Miller Farm
Dennis Smydra, AKRS
Kathy Neidig, Neidig Farms Cattle Company
Van Neidig, Neidig Farms Cattle Company
David Brunsing, Midwest Bank
Kyle Schmit, Manzer Equipment
Dakota Buss, Hefty Seed
Conner Buss, Farming
Jason Kvols, Farm Bureau
Logan McKeon, Wolken Seed
Philip Swantek, Hoegemeyer Seed
Cassie Heithold, Helena
Chance Lambrecht, CVA
Rob Thomas, Farmer's Pride