HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN FARM MACHINERY TECHNOLOGY
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Farm Machinery Technology is a specialized program that prepares students for a career in the agricultural sector, focusing on the design, operation, and maintenance of modern farm machinery and equipment. This comprehensive course equips students with the technical skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage farm machinery, enhance productivity, and ensure sustainable agricultural practices. Throughout the HND in Farm Machinery Technology, students will study various aspects of farm machinery, including tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, and precision agriculture technologies. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training, practical workshops, and field experiences to provide students with real-world exposure and problem-solving capabilities.
Entry Qualifications
G.C.E A/L Qualification
Pass in Science(Maths or Bio) or Technology(ET) Stream or Art with credit pass for Soft Technology(Agro Technology) or Hard Technology (Mechanical Technology)
OR
NVQ Qualification
NVQ Level 4 Certificate in Auto Mobile Mechanic, Three wheel mechanic and Motor Cycle Mechanic, Field Assistant (Agriculture), Agricultural Equipment Mechanic
Course Durations & Course Structure
| Level | Duration |
|---|---|
| Foundation | 02 Months (Effect from Academic Year 2022/2023) |
| NVQ Level 5 | 12 Months |
| On the Job Training in Industry (after NVQ Level 5) | 6 Months |
| NVQ Level 6 | 12 Months |
| On the Job Training in Industry (after NVQ Level 6) | 6 Months |
Modules Details
- Investigation of field conditions for optimum operation of Farm Machinery
- Testing of Farm machinery & Implement
- Applications of Principles of laminar flow
- Operation of Internal Combustion Engine
- 2-D Mechanical Drawings in Draughting Software
- Hazards and safety in workplace
- Fault Diagnosis – Mechanical Systems in Farm Machinery
- Manage workplace information
- Manage Workplace Communications
- Fault diagnosis – diesel fuel systems
- Service & Repairs of Hydraulic Systems & Components
- Fault Diagnosis – Electrical System in Farm Machinery
- Manufacture of Appropriate Farm Machinery
- Installation and maintenance of irrigation systems
- Quality Assurance of Products and Services
- Technical Guidance on Repair & Maintenance
- Training in the Workplace
- Promotion and Marketing of Farm Machinery & Implements
- Plan work to be performed at workplace
- Farm Machinery Evaluation & Selection
- Failure and demand analysis of Farm machinery & Implement
- Fault diagnosis – Hydraulic Systems and Components
- Systematic Design Procedures of Appropriate Farm Machinery
- Theory of motion of machine components and their inertia forces
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Team work and Leadership
- Working Principles of Farm Machinery and Implements
- Selection and Application of Machine Elements in Farm Machinery
- Selection and Application of Material in Manufacture of Farm Machinery
- 3-D Mechanical Drawings in CADD software
- Quality management systems –Process Planning
- Waste Management & Environmental Legislation
- Creation & maintenance of a learning culture at workplace
- Marketing and sales plan for a product
- Market Research
- Purchasing Planning
- Quality Assurance Procedures
- Training program Designing
- Work-Team Budgets & Financial plans