The agricultural mechanization associate of applied science (AAS) trains you for entry-level positions and helps prepare you for employment in the agricultural mechanic profession. Positions could include:
- Ag equipment mechanics
- Customer support representatives
- Ag machinery sales and service representatives
- Farmhands
- Landscaping and lawn servicers
Interested in transferring to a four-year institution after Sandburg? Check out our transferable agriculture courses and our transfer agreement with the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES). Remember to establish communication with your desired institution to determine course equivalencies prior to registering for classes. Learn more.
Admission requirements
This is an open-enrollment program, meaning there’s no criteria you have to meet to be admitted.
Jobs in agriculture
- 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 farmworkers, laborers and agricultural equipment operators is good because workers often leave the occupation due to strenuous work.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020.
Possible careers
Use Wingspans Explore feature to search for agriculture-related jobs.
Estimated cost
Program cost $Sample course schedule
This is a sample class schedule, which is subject to change.
First year: Fall semester — 16 weeks
No scheduled classes
9–10:15 a.m.
ELT 100
7:45–8:45 a.m.
IND 100
9–10:15 a.m.
ELT 100
2:30–3:45 p.m.
MAT 101
No scheduled classes
First year: Spring semester — 16 weeks
4:30–5:20 p.m.
BOC 120
Online
BOC 107
1:15–2:40 p.m.
MFG 130
Online
MAT 102
4:30–5:20 p.m.
BOC 120
1:15–2:40 p.m.
MFG 130
No scheduled classes
Second year: Fall semester — 16 weeks
1–2:15 p.m.
ICT 120
10:30–11:25 a.m.
ELT 107
1–2:15 p.m.
ICT 120
10:30–11:25 a.m.
ELT 107
No scheduled classes
Second year: Spring semester — 16 weeks
8:30–11:30 a.m.
ELT 212
2–3:50 p.m.
MFG 125
6–7:50 p.m.
HYD 101
9:30–11:45 a.m.
ELT 213
9:30–11:45 a.m.
ELT 213
2–3:50 p.m.
MFG 125
6–7:50 p.m.
DRF 100 (5:30–8:30 p.m.)
Online
PHY 110
9:30–11:45 a.m.
ELT 213
No scheduled classes
Program format
The agribusiness certificate program offers both online and face-to-face class options; however, the program cannot be completed entirely online.
Sandburg offers courses in a variety of formats to best fit your needs. Regardless of the format, make sure you have access to a reliable computer with high-speed internet. All courses use online resources and require you to access course information through mySandburg.
Schedule subject to change without notice.
Financial aid, grants & scholarships
Learn about financial aid, grants, and scholarships available to students.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access training and employment support services.
Equal opportunity and accessibility statements apply to all programs.