AXED-AGRICULTURAL AND EXTENSION EDUCATION

AXED 100. Introduction to Agricultural, Extension, and Technology Education - 3 cr.

Orientation to programs, philosophies, competencies and leadership skills needed by professionals in agricultural and technology education, extension education, agricultural communications, and related career opportunities in industry, governmental agencies, and international organizations.

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. Freshmen Orientation - 1 cr.

Orientation to University life, including the understanding and utilization of resources that promote University success. Designed to promote success in achieving a career objective and perseverance for degree completion. Promotes a recognition of changes required in moving from high school to the University. Eight weeks in length, required for all freshmen in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.

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 201G. Effective Leadership and Communication in Agricultural Organizations - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Theory and practice in leadership and communication for professionals who must work effectively in leadership and supervisory roles with people in agricultural business, industry, government agencies, and education. Course focuses on contemporary leadership theories. Oral communication skills in informative and persuasive speaking, parliamentary procedure, and for small groups are developed.

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-day field experience plus orientation and evaluation session. First-hand view of the roles of professional educators through field experiences in agricultural, extension, or technology education settings. Site options may include schools, extension offices, agencies, business, and industry. Prerequisites: consent of instructor. Corequisite: AXED 100. Graded S/U.

AXED 270. Advanced Topics in Agricultural Leadership - 1-3 cr.

An in-depth examination of issues, philosophies and challenges in agricultural leadership. Topics vary each semester. Restricted to: Main campus only. Taught with AXED 370

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. Small Engine Technology - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Development of competencies in small gasoline engines; theory, operation, design, maintenance and safety. Designed for any major wishing to improve mechanical skills needed in agriculturally related occupations in education and industry.

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.

AXED 348. Advanced Technology in the Agricultural Industry - 3 cr. (2+3P)

Application of technology in agricultural industry that includes solar energy, irrigation techniques, computer-aided drafting, laser leveling, TIG welding, and water quality and agricultural waste management.

AXED 360. Agricultural Communications - 3 cr.

Principles and practical experience in news writing, radio production, newsletter design, public meeting presentations, video productions, graphics, and public relations activities, especially as related to the fields of agriculture and family and consumer sciences.

AXED 370. Advanced Topics in Agricultural Leadership - 1-3 cr.

An in-depth examination of issues, philosophies and challenges in agricultural leadership. Topics vary each semester. Taught with AXED 270.

AXED 380. Philosophy and Methods of Contests - 3 cr.

Covers the roles that career development events (contests) play in agricultural and technology education and in extension programs. Topics include competition and cooperation, winning and losing, ethics, use of community resources, and academic and employability skills taught through contests. Coaching as a teaching method is introduced and expanded. Students will assist with the coordination of various career development events. Corequisite(s): ANSC 310.

AXED 400. The Diffusion and Adoption of Agricultural Innovations - 3 cr.

Factors that influence the rates of diffusion and adoption of innovations. Consequences of adopting or rejecting innovations. Processes by which change agents influence introduction and adoption of innovations. Same as AXED 500.

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.

AXED 430. Teaching Adults in Nonformal Settings - 3 cr.

The adult and postsecondary learner; adult learning styles and principles; use of community resources and problem-solving techniques; and learning strategies for adults in formal and nonformal education.

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.

AXED 444. Planning and Methods in Nonformal Education - 3 cr.

Identifying trends and resources of a community and planning community-based extension and nonformal education programs. Preliminary methods for teaching and evaluating nonformal education programs.

AXED 446. Methods for Teaching Agricultural and Technology Education - 3 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: GPA of 2.5 or above. Restricted to AXED Majors

AXED 447. Directed Teaching in Agricultural or Technology Education - 12 cr.

Fourteen-week off-campus professional experience in directed teaching and observation provided in selected centers under secondary agricultural or technology education supervising teachers. Prerequisites: AXED 445, 446 and consent of instructor. Restricted to AXED majors.

AXED 448. Directed Teaching in Extension Education - 3-12 cr.

Four-to-fourteen-week, professional experiences in directed teaching and observation provided in cooperative extension at the county, regional, or state level. Consent of instructor required.

AXED 449. Directed Field Experience in Agricultural or Technology Education - 3-12 cr.

Four-to-fourteen-week, supervised learning experience in an approved teaching setting with application to educational, agricultural, technological, communications, public relations, or environmental practices. Consent of instructor required.

AXED 456. Introduction to Research Methods - 3 cr.

Introduction to research design and methodology in education and behavioral sciences. Overview of common research designs and data collection strategies. Prepares students to critique published research and understand basic skills including hypothesis development and conducting a literature search. Prerequisite: junior standing.

AXED 460. Methods in Career and Technical Laboratory Instruction - 2 cr.

For students planning to teach agricultural or technology education at a secondary or postsecondary level. Focus on planning, delivering, and evaluating instruction in laboratories; and on CPR, first aid, and NCCER certifications. Laboratory safety and tool, equipment, and laboratory management systems are also emphasized. Restricted to AXED Majors.

AXED 466V. John Muir: Lessons in Sustainability - 3 cr.

This course examines the life of John Muir in the context of sustainability. Muir was a farmer, inventor, explorer, botanist, glaciologist, conservationist, and noted nature author. He was influential in the National Parks movement and in starting the Sierra Club. Living in the natural world influences his faith and philosophy. By examining his life and the themes that shaped it, students will develop an understanding of what it means to live sustainably and to contribute beyond their personal lives to a sustainable past.

AXED 469. Experiential Learning in Career/Technical Education for Exceptional Learners in a Diverse Society - 3 cr.

Addresses the planning, delivering and evaluation of experiential learning activities for students with special needs. Specific strategies for working with students with special needs in a shop or laboratory setting within the Career and Technical Education environment will be included. Taught with AXED 569 and SPED 569. Prerequisite(s): SPED 350. Crosslisted with: SPED 469

AXED 475. Leadership On Agricultural and Natural Resource Issues - 3 cr.

Investigates leadership concepts and group dynamics as they relate to a changing world and complex agricultural and natural resource issues. Topics include emotional intelligence, leading change, political leadership, facilitating agreement, team building, and managing conflict in agricultural and natural resource settings.

AXED 480. International Agricultural Development - 3 cr.

Introduction to Agricultural topics (products, people, environment, culture, etc) that affect international development. Topics provide students with awareness, knowledge and understanding of teaching, research and service opportunites for those seeking experience or careers in international agricultural development. Taught with AXED 580.

AXED 485. Agriscience Laboratory Applications - 3 cr.

Students learn to set up and teach in a modular agriscience laboratory, utilizing a variety of technologies. Modules covered may vary from semester to semester, but examples are: aquaculture systems, microscopy, tissue culture, soil and water testing, electrophoresis, hydroponics, global positioning systems, robotics, and presentation technologies. Students may develop their own modules and/or experiments. Graduate students will assist in laboratory set up and delivery. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above. Main campus only

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 487. The Cooperative Extension Service: An Overview - 1 cr.

On-line course addressing the history, mission, philosophy, structure , program areas and delivery methods of the Cooperative Extension Service. Course is relevant for anyone pursuing a career in Cooperative Extension.

AXED 488. 4-H Youth Development - 1 cr.

On-line course explores 4-H Youth Development as an integral part of the Cooperative Extension Service. Topics to be addressed include mission, philosophy, delivery modes, audiences and partnerships. Course is relevant for anyone interested in pursuing a career in Cooperative Extension.

AXED 489. The FFA Organization: An Overview - 1 cr.

Online course addressing the history, mission, philosophy and structure of the New Mexico and National FFA Organizations and their relationship to supervised agriculture experiences and the agricultural education curriculum. Course is relevant for anyone interested in pursuing a career in agricultural education.

AXED 490. Independent Study in Agricultural, Extension, or Technology Education - 1-3 cr.

Specific subjects are agreed upon by the student and instructor. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

AXED 499. Undergraduate Research - 1-4 cr.

Research experience in agricultural, extension, and technology education with applications to selected issues and problems. Prerequisites: consent of instructor, advisor, and department head.