Agriculture | Power, Structural & Technical Systems

About Agriculture: PSTS

  • Learn All About Welding! Get an introduction to oxyacetylene welding and cutting and arc welding. Cover cold metal, hot metal, fabrication

    concepts, reading and implementing blueprints as they relate to metal work, arc welding, gas welding, MIG welding, TIG

    welding, and plasma cutting

  • Get Hands-On! Create and develop real-world projects through wood working, metal working, welding, and project planning for agricultural structures.

  • Dream Big! This class can help you prepare for

    awesome careers, like agricultural engineer, diesel technician, land surveyor, farm equipment technician, contractor/builder, and welder.

Students in Action

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Program Highlights

Earn Industry Certifications

Students will have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials in: NCCER CORE

  • "The state of Arkansas recognizes NCCER CORE as a credential of value in a high demand, high-wage pathway & a student who completes all 3 levels of this Ag pathway & this certification would receive a "Diploma with Merit."

Work on Real World Projects

Students learn how to design, build, and weld items needed for everyday use, like the trailer pictured above which was completely student-developed.

Join Our Career & Technical Student Organization

FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture.

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SkillsUSA is the #1 workforce development organization for students. We empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

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Meet The Teacher

Mr. Davis

Mr. Davis graduated college from University of Arkansas with a Bachelor's of Science in Agriculture and a major in Agronomy, and received another Bachelor's of Science degree from Arkansas State University with a major in Agricultural Education.

His experiences outside of education include working in the seed business, the agricultural chemical business, and agricultural consulting throughout the U.S. "Working in different geographical areas has given me a broad range of experiences and cultures," said Mr. Davis.

He has been in education for 21 years and has taught numerous courses, including: AG Metals, AG Structures, Animal Science, Industrial Maintenance, and over 6 different types of welding courses.

When asked why he chose ag education, Mr. Davis said, "I grew up working on a row crop farm and have always enjoyed working with equipment, repairing equipment, and watching crops grow."

Mr. Davis got into welding straight out of high school and had intentions of going on the Alaskan pipeline, but by the time he got qualified to do the work, it was over. That's when he decided to pursue further education at the University of Arkansas.

Fun Facts: He used to build custom chopper motorcycles! He is also highly competitive and loves to compete in just about anything!

Get involved in FFA!

Advanced Welding Students can also Compete in SkillsUSA!

FFA Highlights

  • Chapter events (holiday parties, group activities)

  • FFA Week- spirit week!

  • Community service opportunities

  • Leadership development events (speaking competitions)

  • Career development events (hands-on with agri pathways)

  • Leadership conferences/conventions (fun travel opportunities!)

  • Scholarship opportunities

  • Compete at district, state, and national level conferences

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