Agricultural Technology: Construction Introduction and Safety, 1st edition
Published by Pearson (January 30, 2025) © 2026

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Title overview

For courses in agricultural technology.

Construction essentials, for the Agricultural Technology professional

Agricultural Technology: Construction Introduction and Safety covers construction principles, safety practices and essential skills needed for a successful career in agriculture and construction. It highlights skills such as math, tool use, rigging and leadership and includes a Basic Safety module aligned with OSHA’s 10-hour program. Instructors who are OSHA 500 certified can issue 10-hour OSHA cards to trainees who successfully complete the program.

Key features of this title

Practical approach to learning a craft

  • Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through tasks, technical procedures and math equations.
  • An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
  • Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.

Engaging pedagogy

  • Interesting videos related to topics, such as careers in construction, are linked from QR codes.
  • Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
  • Profiles of industry leaders offer trainees inspiring first-hand insight.

Key features

Features of NCCERconnect

  • Interactive self-guided learning drives home concepts while letting students go at their own pace.
  • Instructional videos highlight careers, equipment usage and math skills.
  • Lab projects for trainees offer hands-on practice with new skills.
  • Concept Checks help trainees check their conceptual understanding before moving on.
  • Review questions after each module let learners gauge their mastery of the material.
  • Trade Terms Quizzes ensure students are absorbing key terms and their meanings.

Table of contents

MODULES

  1. Build Your Future in Construction (93101)
  2. Basic Safety (93102)
  3. Introduction to Construction Math (93103)
  4. Introduction to Hand Tools (93104)
  5. Introduction to Power Tools (93105)
  6. Introduction to Construction Drawings (93106)
  7. Introduction to Basic Rigging (93107)
  8. Basic Communication Skills (93108)
  9. Basic Employability Skills (93109)
  10. Introduction to Material Handling (93110)
  11. Introduction to Leadership (93111)

Author bios

About our author

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation that provides portable, industry-recognized credentials and certifications for skilled craft professionals. Its comprehensive workforce development system includes accreditation, training, assessment, certification and career development solutions for the construction and maintenance industries.

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