Statewide Program of Study: Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems — Page 1�
Revised–May 2024
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) career cluster focuses on the essential elements of life, food, water, land, and air. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist.
Statewide Program of Study: Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems
The Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with applying engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems related to power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water use, and processing agricultural products. This program of study includes diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.
Secondary Courses for High School Credit
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Level 4 |
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Aligned Advanced Academic Courses
Dual Credit | Dual credit offerings will vary by local education agency. |
Students should be advised to consider these course opportunities to enrich their preparation. AP or IB courses not listed under the Secondary Courses for High School Credit section of this framework document do not count towards concentrator/completer status for this program of study.
Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities
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Expanded Learning Opportunities |
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Aligned Industry-Based Certifications
Example Postsecondary Opportunities
Apprenticeships
Associate Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees
Additional Stackable IBCs/License
Example Aligned Occupations
Agricultural Technology �and Mechanical Systems
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians
Median Wage: $46,582
Annual Openings: 326
10-Year Growth: 23%
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics
Median Wage: $57,943
Annual Openings: 2,637
10-Year Growth: 31%�
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Median Wage: $65,490
Annual Openings: 28,020
10-Year Growth: 4%
Successful completion of the Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement.
Data Source: TexasWages, Texas Workforce Commission. Retrieved 3/8/2024.
For more information visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/college-career-and-military-prep/career-and-technical-education/programs-of-study-additional-resources
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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Agricultural Technology �and Mechanical Systems
Course Information
Level 1
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources* 13000200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Level 2
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies 13002200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of AFNR Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Level 3
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication 13002300 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Agricultural Power Systems 13002400 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of AFNR Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
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* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
For additional information on the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.
Agricultural Technology �and Mechanical Systems
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication 13002350 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Career and Technical Education Project-Based Capstone* First Time Taken: 12701101 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
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Level 4
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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Agricultural Technology �and Mechanical Systems
Course Information
Level 4
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study* First Time Taken: 12701121 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 or higher CTE course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study + Extended Career Preparation* First Time Taken: 12701141 (3 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 or higher CTE course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 2. Business, Marketing, and Finance 3. Education and Training 4. Energy 5. Health Science 6. Human Services 7. Information Technology 8. Law and Public Service |
Scientific Research�and Design* 13037200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), or Physics�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
For additional information on the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.
Agricultural Technology �and Mechanical Systems