Agricultural Technologies
Our research focuses on technology in the agriculture industry and how it is utilized.
Faculty Researchers Include:
Current Research Projects
Development and Evaluation of Functional Models for Teaching Agricultural Technologies
Donald Johnson, George Wardlow
This project seeks to develop and evaluate the educational effectiveness of functional models in teaching agricultural technology. Models previously developed and evaluated include a laboratory-scale variable rate sprayer, a mobile biofuels demonstration unit, a programmable logic control trainer and a variable frequency drive motor control trainer. Current focus is on development and evaluation of functional models for use in teaching electronic and electrical control systems.
The Use of Generative AI in Teaching and Learning Microcontrollers
Donald Johnson
This project seeks to identify best practices for incorporating Generative Artificial Intelligence Programs such as ChatGPT into instruction for novice and intermediate microcontroller users. Current focus is on experimental evaluation of teaching and learning models.
Computer Assisted Agricultural Systems Development with Unmanned Vehicle and Machine Systems in Precision Agriculture
Cengiz Koparan
This project investigates the latest precision agriculture technology, including unmanned aerial vehicles, agricultural machine systems, unmanned ground vehicles, and sensor systems, to seek improvements in the agriculture industry either by direct applications of the new sensors, technology, and methods as well as develop and implement novel systems in crop production and environmental monitoring.