Agriculture Mechanization Certificate
The Agricultural Mechanization Certificate will train graduates for entry-level positions and includes coursework to prepare students for employment in the agricultural mechanic profession represented in the agriculture career cluster pathway. Positions could include: Ag Equipment Mechanics, Customer Support Representatives, Ag Machinery Sales and Service Representatives, Farmhands, and Landscaping and Lawn Servicers.
Sandburg also offers a variety of transferable agriculture courses for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution, as well as a transfer agreement with the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES). Students planning to transfer to other institutions are highly encouraged to establish communication with their desired institution to determine course equivalencies prior to registering for classes.
Admission Requirements
Agricultural Mechanization Certificate is an open enrollment program, meaning there is no criteria students must meet to be admitted. Students who are interested in enrolling in the Agricultural Mechanization Certificate program should complete our steps to enroll, which includes completing the free application for admission.
We encourage all prospective students to visit campus. We have several Explore Sandburg Open Houses throughout the year, or you can schedule a campus visit at your convenience.
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For additional information contact:
Welcome Center
309.345.3500
welcomecenter@sandburg.edu
Employment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows little shift in employment for agricultural workers from now to 2028. An increase of 10% job growth is expected for agricultural equipment operators. The overall job growth for agricultural workers including farm-workers, laborers, and agricultural equipment operators is good because workers often leave the occupation due to strenuous work. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020).
Careers
Graduates who transfer to a 4-year institution go on to pursue careers in fields such as:
Sample course schedule for the Agricultural Mechanization Certificate program
See Academic Advisor, Jennifer Johnson, for an updated schedule.
Program format
The Agricultural Mechanization Certificate program offers both online and face-to-face class options. However, the program can not be done entirely online.
Class formats
Sandburg offers courses in a variety of formats to best fit the needs of our students. To determine the formats for specific courses, please refer to our course schedule.
Regardless of the course format, it is highly recommended that students have access to a reliable computer with broadband internet. All courses use online resources and require students to access course information through mySandburg. Accessing courses through a phone is discouraged. Both campuses have open computer labs for student use.
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR THE AGRICULTURAL MECHANIZATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Agricultural Mechanization Certificate cost sheet
FINANCIAL AID
To apply for financial aid, visit our financial aid page for more information.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Contact the local office to inquire if you qualify for financial support.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Thanks to our generous donors, Carl Sandburg College Foundation is able to award over $100,000 each year in scholarship dollars to Sandburg students. High school, adult learners, and returning students - everyone is eligible to apply. Apply between October 1 and March 15 for the upcoming year. We encourage all students to apply.
Meet the Instructors
Karen Corrigan
Agriculture Adjunct Instructor
Bradford Hartweg
Hamilton High School Dual Credit Agriculture Instructor
Krista Swanson
Agriculture Adjunct Instructor
Department of Career and Technical Education
2400 Tom L Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
309.341.5274
Program Goals
The Agricultural Mechanization Certificate program goals can be found in the current catalog.