AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION ABE 4233C Drainage and Structural Design. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: AGE 3212C; Coreq: CWR 3201C or EGN 3353C. The design and theory for agricultural land drainage systems, including appropriate conservation and management practices. Structural design considera- tions for culverts, small earthen dams and pump sta- tions will be presented. ABE 4303C Structural and Environmental Design. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: AGE 3612C and AGE 3012. Design and analysis of structures and environmental modification systems used in agricultural production. ABE 4413C Postharvest Operations Engineering. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: AGE 3612C. Engineering principles and practices of postharvest operations for the maintenance of quality of agricul- tural products. Design of systems and facilities. ABE 4660 Bioprocess Microbiology. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: CHM 2046; Coreq: EES 4102 or MCB 2000C. Introduction to the principles of microbial biotechnol- ogy. Major emphasis on the application and potential of microorganisms in industrial processes. ABE 4812 Food and BioProcess Engineering Unit Operations. F. Credits: 4; Prereq: AGE 3612C, EML 3100, and CWR 3201C. Coreq: AGE 4660. Analysis of thermal freezing, evaporation, dehydra- tion, contact equilibrium and mechanical separation process as governed by the reaction kinetics and rhe- ology of processed foods. ABE 4905 Individual Study in Agricultural Engineering. F, S, SS. Credits: 1 to 4; May be repeated up to a maximum of 12 credits in the course. Prereq: Recommendation of depart- mental chairman. Selected problems of projects in the student's major field of engineering study: ABE 4931 Professional Issues in Agricultural and Biological Engineering. S. Credits: 1; Prereq: Junior standing. Current developments in Agricultural and Biological Engineering, principles of Agricultural and Biological Engineering practice, professional standards and ethics. ABE 4932 Special Topics. F, S, SS. Credits: 1 to 4; Prereq: permission of instructor. May be repeated up to a maximum of 10 credits. Variable subject content providing for the study of agri- cultural engineering topics not offered in other courses. ABE 4949 Co-op Work Experience. F, S, SS. Credits: Ift; Prereq: 4EG Classification; one term industrial employment, including extra work according to preapproved outline. Practical engineering work under industrial supervision as set forth in the College of Engineering Regulations. INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF 1996-97 Andrew, R.; App, J.L.; Arrington, L.R.; Baker, M.T.; Beeman, C.E.; Bolton, E.B.; Breeze, M.H.; Cheek, J.G.; French, B.T.; Hartmann, M.M.; Hintz, T.; Hoover, T.S.; Israel, G.D.; Jacob, S.; Morris, M.; Nehiley, J.M.; Olexa, M.; Rudd, R.D.; Summerhill, W.R.; Telg, R.; Woeste, J. AEE 3030C Effective Oral Communication. F, S, SS. Credits: 3. Strategies and techniques for effective presentations in the food, agricultural and natural resource profes- sions. Emphasis on oral and visual techniques for for- mal and informal situations including leadership and group settings. AEE 3033 Writing for Agricultural and Natural Resources. F, S, SS. Credits: 3. Basic instruction for agricultural and natural resource majors in use of mass media and specialized media in food, agriculture and natural resource information programs. AEE 3070 Electronic Media Production in Agriculture and Natural Resources. F. Credits: 3. An introduction to the history and incorporation of electronic media used in agricultural and natural resources sciences. Hands-on learning of electronic media technology as it relates to agricultural is emphasized. AEE 3073 Intercultural Communication. F. Credits: 3. Basic culturally coded communication behaviors, such as cultural values and beliefs, attitudes, verbal and non-verbal behavior, will be examined to identify basic differences among individuals from diverse cul- tural backgrounds. Special emphasis on cultural com- munication issues in the agricultural and natural resources sciences will be addressed. (S, I) AEE 3200 Instructional Techniques in Agricultural and Vocational Education. S, SS. Credits: 3. Introduction to general techniques of teaching, selec- tion of procedures, instructional resource manage- ment, learning environment and activities, student- teacher rapport, media and materials, and evaluation. AEE 3313 Development and Role of Extension Education. F. Credits: 3. Extension philosophy, programs, methods and leader- ship principles; history of federal, state and local lead- ership in the development of the cooperative exten- sion service. AEE 3323 Development & Philosophy of Agricultural Education. F. Credits: 3. An analysis of evolving concepts and philosophies of agricultural education programs with emphasis upon history, legislation, and principles underlying organi- zation and practice. AEE 3414 Leadership Development in Agriculture and Natural Resources. F. Credits: 3. An understanding of the dynamic interactions of per- sonal characteristics, technical skills, interpersonal influence, commitment, goals, and power necessary for effective organizational leader and follower behaviors. AEE 3939 Agricultural and Natural Resources Communication Seminar. F. Credits: 1. An overview of agricultural communications; career opportunities and requirements; and its role in the agricultural industry. AEE 4034 Agricultural Communication Strategies. S. Credits: 3. Examination of the role of communication in agricul- ture, focusing on strategies and methods for agricul- tural information transfer. AEE 4035 Agricultural and Natural Resources Communication Print Practicum. F. Credits: 2; Prereq: AEE 3033, AEE 4034, MMC 2100, or RTV 2100, PUR 3000, PUR 3101, JOU 3101. Directed experiences in one of three areas of agricul- tural communication: visual and graphic design, and writing and reporting. AEE 4036 Agricultural and Natural Resources Non- Print Practicum. S. Credits: 2; Prereq: MMC 2100, or RTV 2100, RTV 3200 or RTV 3304 or RTV 4320. Directed experience in one of three areas of agricul- tural communication, electronic media, visual and graphic design. AEE 4202 Emerging Technologies in Agriculture and the Natural Resources. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: AEE 3200. This course is designed to introduce students to new and emerging areas in food agriculture and the natural resource sciences. Emphasis will be placed on appro- priate teaching techniques, curricula and resources. AEE 4224 Special Methods in Teaching Agricultural Education. S, SS. Credits: 3; Prereq: AEE 3200, AEE 4504 and AEE 3323. Emphasis on supervised agricultural experience pro- grams, record keeping and related FFA awards. Classroom management techniques, discipline and liability issues are also discussed. AEE 4227 Laboratory Practices in Teaching Agricultural Education. S. Credits: 2; Prereq: AEE 3323, AEE 3200, AOM 3220. Laboratory practices in teaching mechanics and other operative skills, conducting field and laboratory classes, providing space and teaching facilities. AEE 4500 Program Development and Evaluation in Human Resource Programs. S. Credits: 3; Prereq: HRO major; AGG 3480, AGG 3482, SYG 2430, AGG 3484, AGG 4485, AGG 4486 with a grade of C or better. An in-depth analysis of the development and evalua- tion of human and community resource programs based on programming theories, concepts and research. Emphasizes dimensions of responsive com- munities, determination of community needs and goals. AEE 4504 Curriculum and Program Planning for Agricultural Education. F, SS. Credits: 3. Principles and practices used in designing courses of instruction for effective teaching and total program development. AEE 4905 Individual Work in Agricultural and Extension Education. F, S, SS. Credits: 1 to 5; Prereq: Consent of the instructor. Topics and special problems selected from such fields as 4-H and FFA work, demonstrations, farm and home management, rural development, and pre-school plan- ning and post-school evaluation and planning. AEE 4941 Full Time Practical Work Experiences in Agricultural and Extension Education. F, S, SS. Credits: 1 to 3tt; Prereq: Prior arrangements with adviser, approval of department chairperson and dean. Practical work must be a new experience and related to the field of study. AEE 4942 Agricultural Education Internship. F, S. Credits: 6 to 8; Prereq: Senior standing and consent of the department chairperson. An individualized program whereby students are apprenticed to proper officials to gain practical experi- ft Grading is on S-U basis only.