Course: Basics of Mechanization in Crop Production (4402-442)

Persons:

• Prof. Dr. Hans Griepentrog (verantwortlich)
• Dr. Dimitrios Paraforos (begleitend)

Type of Course:

lecture with excursion

In-Class Hours Per Week:

1

Contents:

Basic knowledge in mechanization of crop production systems
- soil tillage (implements and systems)
- sowing
- fertilizing
- spraying
- harvesting (grass, small grains, corn, potatoes, sugar beets)

The lecture is supported by demonstrations in the lab and in the field. This course presents just a short introduction into the field of mechanization so that some fundamental knowledge of farm machinery is expected.

Literature:

Stout, B. et. al.: CIGR-Handbook of Agricultural Engineering, Plant Production Engineering (Vol.3), St. Joseph/USA, 1999

Location:

Hohenheim

Remarks:

For better understanding the participation in practical demonstrations is highly recommended.

Module:

• 4402-440 Agricultural Production and Residues (compulsory)

eLearning:

Course in ILIAS