1995-1996 Undergraduate Catalog

Course Descriptions - Agricultural and Extension Education		 NMSU
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AGRICULTURAL AND EXTENSION EDUCATION
AXED 100. Introduction to Agricultural and Extension Education 3 cr.
Orientation to programs, philosophy, and competencies needed for the role of an educator in vocational-technical education, agricultural education, extension education, and opportunities in industry, governmental agencies, communications, and international organizations. Career opportunities in diverse educational settings.
AXED 105. Techniques in Agricultural Mechanization 3 cr. (2+2P)
Development of competencies in agricultural mechanics including safety, tool identification, operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, cold metal, drafting, and plumbing procedures. Designed for any major wishing to improve mechanical skills needed in agriculturally related occupations in education and industry.
AXED 111. Orientation 1 cr.
Orientation to university life, including available resources and methods to promote success at NMSU. General exposure to fields in agriculture and home economics. Open to all freshmen and transfer students. Graded S/U.
AXED 200. Special Topics 1-4 cr.
Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester. No more than 6 credits toward degree.
AXED 201. Effective Leadership and Communication in
Agricultural Sciences
3 cr.
Theory and practice in leadership and communication strategies for agricultural science professionals who must work effectively with people in leadership and supervisory roles in business, industry, and education. Course focuses on principles for planning, developing, conducting, and evaluating leadership programs for individuals and groups.
AXED 205. Metal Technology-Fabrication 3 cr. (2+4P)
Processes and procedures of metal fusion, including gas and electric welding techniques and safety. Designed for any major wishing to improve mechanical skills needed in agriculturally related occupations in education and industry.
AXED 230. Early Field-Based Experience 1 cr.
Five days plus an orientation and evaluation session. Field experiences in an agricultural setting. First-hand view of the roles of professional educators in agriculture through an on-site experience. Site options may include schools, extension offices, agencies, business, and industry. Prerequisites: consent of instructor. Corequisite: AXED 100. May be repeated for a maximum of three credits.
AXED 300. Special Topics 1-4 cr.
Course addresses specific subjects and issues as identified by department. Topics and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester. No more than 6 credits may be applied to a degree.
AXED 303. Techniques in Agricultural Mechanization II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Development of competencies in agricultural mechanics including safety, small gasoline engines, and surveying. Designed for any major wishing to improve mechanical skills needed in agriculturally related occupations in education and industry. Corequisite: AXED 105.
AXED 331. Agricultural Structures 3 cr. (2+3P)
Selection and use of agricultural building materials. Design, construction, and maintenance of agricultural structures. Development of competencies in carpentry, concrete, electricity, masonry, and safety. Designed for any major wishing to improve mechanical skills needed in agriculturally related occupations in education and industry. Prerequisite: AXED 105 or consent of instructor.
AXED 340. Methods in Teaching Agricultural Mechanics
and Technology Education
2 cr.
For students planning to teach agricultural mechanization and technology education at various levels of instruction, both secondary and post-secondary. Focus on planning, delivering, and evaluating instruction. Tools, equipment, and laboratory management systems emphasized. Prerequisite: AXED 445. Corequisite: AXED 446 or AXED 546.
AXED 415. Youth Program Development and Management 3 cr.
Designed for professionals involved in youth group activities. Basic concepts in planning, conducting, and managing educational youth programs in a variety of organizations. Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor.
AXED 421. Curriculum and Instruction: The Problem-Solving Approach in Vocational/Technical Education 3 cr.
Developing curriculum and planning, delivering, and evaluating instruction for a problem-solving teaching approach. Historical and philosophical foundations for problem-solving teaching. Application of principles during microteaching experiences.
AXED 430. Adult Vocational and Nonformal Education 3 cr.
The adult and post-secondary learner; adult learning styles and principles; use of community resources and problem-solving techniques; and learning strategies for adults in formal and nonformal education. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
AXED 436. Keys for Agricultural and Rural Development 3 cr.
Introduction to concepts of development, the process of change, key factors that contribute to agricultural and rural development in a community, and strategies employed to effect change with implications for international students or domestic students planning to work internationally. Prerequisite: senior standing or consent of instructor.
AXED 444. Planning Community Programs 3 cr.
Identifying agricultural trends and resources of a community, developing courses of study, and planning local community-based programs in agricultural and extension education. Planning information sources and data for use in analysis of community issues. Prerequisites/Corequisites: AXED 100, AXED 201, and AXED 230.
AXED 445. Philosophy and Methods for Teaching Vocational/Technical
Education
3 cr.
History, philosophy, and policies related to vocational/technical education. Principles of teaching and learning and teacher behaviors articulated with the planning and delivery of instruction. Student organizations, school-to-work programs, special needs students, and beginning methods for vocational/technical education. Corequisite: AXED 444 or consent of instructor.
AXED 446. Methods of Teaching Agricultural Education 6 cr.
Methods of instruction and presentation, selection of teaching aids and support materials, classroom management, development of a complete educational program, and microteaching experiences. Prerequisite: either AXED 444, AXED 445, or HEED 445.
AXED 447. Directed Teaching in Agricultural Education 6-10 cr.
Seven- to eleven-week off-campus professional experiences in directed teaching and observation provided in selected centers under supervising teachers. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Corequisite: AXED 446.
AXED 448. Directed Teaching in Extension Education 4-10 cr.
Four- to eleven-week professional experiences in directed teaching and observation provided in cooperative extension at the county, regional, or state level. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Corequisite: AXED 446.
AXED 449. Directed Field Experience in Agricultural Education 4-10 cr.
A four- to eleven-week supervised learning experience in an approved teaching setting with application to educational, agricultural, communications, public relations, or environmental practices. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Corequisite: AXED 446.
AXED 456. Research Methods. 3 cr.
Students learn the research process as it is applied to solving problems in the behavioral sciences. Prepares students to conduct and critique research and to diffuse research findings. Implications, applications, and ethics of research are also stressed. Students develop a research proposal for a problem of their choice. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Same as AXED 556.
AXED 486. Effective Management of Volunteer Programs 3 cr.
For individuals currently involved in, or interested in being involved in, the management and supervision of volunteer programs. Emphasis on practical application, utilizing a research and academic base. Explores the roles, functions, and tasks of volunteers and managers of volunteers including recruitment, orientation and training, supervision, evaluation, recognition and retention.
AXED 490. Independent Study in Agricultural and Extension Education 1-3 cr.
Specific subjects and credits will be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 6 credits toward a degree. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and consent of instructor. No more than 6 credits may be applied to a degree.
AXED 499. Undergraduate Research 1-4 cr.
Research experience in agricultural and extension education with applications to selected issues and problems. Prerequisites: consent of instructor, advisor, and department head.

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