<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/awards/agm_as.html" dsn="programs"><program-id>modesto-PR-AGRMEE_AS-31</program-id><title>Agriculture Mechanics A.S. Degree</title><listing-image><img src="/_resources/images/awards/agmech_square.jpg" alt="Student in ag mech shop using technology"/></listing-image><listing-description>The Agriculture Mechanics curriculum at Modesto Junior College is designed to meet the need for trained personnel in a broad range of occupational opportunities involved with or related to the Agriculture Mechanics Industry.  Students who complete this program will be highly skilled in the areas of Agriculture Mechanics, Welding. Metal Fabrication, Equipment Repair, Hydraulics and Electrical Systems.  Student completers will be well suited for careers like farm technician, welder, fabricator, equipment mechanic and others.  Students will also be prepared to transfer to a 4-year college or university to continue their preparation for careers in welding, metalurgy, engineering and teacher preparation.  This program is well suited for the individual who would like to pursue a career as a high school Ag Shop teacher.</listing-description><school>Agriculture</school><degree-type>A.S. Degree</degree-type><subject>Mechanized Agriculture</subject><time-to-complete>30 - 32 Major Units</time-to-complete><requirements-link>https://mjc.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-2027/program,agriculture-mechanics-mjc-fall-2023#mainContent</requirements-link><contact-one>conradot@yosemite.edu</contact-one><contact-two>pattersonr@yosemite.edu</contact-two></item>