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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

NOCTI and Nocti Business Solutions (NBS) | Evaluated Learning Experience

Agricultural Mechanics - Wyoming Customized Test (8708)

Course Category: 
Length: 

Varies. 

Location: 
NOCTI proctored test centers throughout Wyoming. This assessment is not available through Nocti Business Solutions.
Dates: 

September 2019 - Present. 

Instructional delivery format: 
Proficiency exam
Learner Outcomes: 

Students will be able to: Understand appropriate use of clothing protection and personal protective equipment (PPE); Identify safe practices for fire and electrical dangers; Explain how to create a safe work environment; Recondition and maintain tools; Select appropriate hand and power tools; Use portable and stationary power tools; Understand combustion processes; Identify components of compact engines; Maintain compact engines; Perform safety inspections of equipment and accessories; Set up and operate for gas metal arc welding (GMAW) operations on mild steel; Apply oxyfuel welding and cutting processes and techniques; Set up and operate shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) on mild steel; Perform and identify proper joint positions, set-up, and welding rod selection; Identify metals according to type and shape; Interpret and plan projects with a bill of materials; Use basic math and measuring skills; Explain elements of electricity; Understand basic framing; Select, apply, and calculate for concrete application; Read, comprehend, and interpret technical materials and publications; Produce technical reports and research papers; Produce employment documents (e.g., resumé, cover letter); Identify careers in the agriculture industry.

Instruction: 

NOCTI and NBS exams assess an individual's end-of-program knowledge and skills in an online proctored proficiency examination format.  In addition, some programs administer a performance component test to assess application of skills. 

Credit recommendation: 

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Agricultural Mechanics or Agricultural Maintenance (10/19) (11/23 revalidation). NOTE: An additional 1-2 credits may be awarded based on successful completion of the Performance Component when given in conjunction with the written proficiency examination.

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