Agricultural Machines and Equipment

Faculty

Faculty of Agricultural Science and Landscape Architecture

Version

Version 1 of 26.08.2025.

Module identifier

44B0557

Module level

Bachelor

Language of instruction

German

ECTS credit points and grading

5.0

Module frequency

only winter term

More information on frequency

weekly lectures

Duration

1 semester

 

 

Special features of the module

The module includes lectures and industrial presentations.

Brief description

The devolopment of farming machinary has a long history and how we farm today is a result of decades of research into new designs and systems. This module provides the basics understanding of machine design, the function of technical solutions and the correct use of mechanisation systems today. The on going process of automatisation opens new approaches, however also challanges in the interaction of complex process chains.

Teaching and learning outcomes

Students are gaining knowledge in the basics of machine design and functions, physical backrounds (Power, efficiency...). Learning how a tractor works (combustion engine, transmissions...), various implements (cultivating the soil, mowing, harvest etc.). See how a combine harvester, sugar beet harvester is designed or systems for plant protection. 

Overall workload

The total workload for the module is 150 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

Teaching and learning methods
Lecturer based learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
60LecturePresence-
30PracticePresence-
Lecturer independent learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
30Study of literature-
30Preparation/follow-up for course work-
Graded examination
  • Written examination or
  • oral exam
Remark on the assessment methods

Third try exams could be deceided either written or oral instead

Exam duration and scope

The written 2 hour exam is the standart form, however for third tries a 30min oral exam is also possible.

Recommended prior knowledge

good mathematical and physical skills, interrest into science and technicl systems

Knowledge Broadening

Students gain a good general understanding of how modern (state of the art) farming equipment works. 

Knowledge deepening

Studends are able to use the knowledge gained to assess, transfer and apply this for developing / enhance current technical solutions in farming.

Application and Transfer

The knowledge accumulated is usable within the on going process of improving farming machinary aiming for increased sustainablity and efficiency.

Academic Innovation

Maintaining the agricutural environment aiming for a maximum of sustainability and acceptance of new system approaches in farming.

Communication and Cooperation

Students are able to understand technical connections and present them.

Academic Self-Conception / Professionalism

Students have learned to transfer complex technical connections and compentences in relevance to a modern Farming technology. 

Literature

..einschl?gige Fachliteratur, Tagungen, Dissertationen, Verb?nde, VDI, KTBL, DLG, ASABE,

Linkage to other modules

Is the basic module in the first term for the following lectures into Smart Farming and Precision Farming.

Applicability in study programs

  • Agricultural Technologies
    • Agricultural Technologies B.Sc. (01.09.2025)

    Person responsible for the module
    • Korte, Hubert
    Teachers
    • Korte, Hubert