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Advanced Ag Technologies

Welcome to the Advanced Ag Technologies educational modules. These modules are freely available for any educational use. Please take the pre and post tests to help us understand how effective these modules are. 

Cover page of the document "Large Language Models: A Practical Guide for Farmers." Click to follow the link.

Large Language Models

Large Language Models (LLMs): A Practical Guide for Farmers.

Learning Objectives: This training manual aims to empower farmers by providing:

– A fundamental understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs).

– Guidance on the application of LLMs in farming activities.

– Practical skills for implementing LLMs in various agricultural tasks.

– An overview of the potential benefits and limitations of using LLMs in agriculture.

– Knowledge of ethical considerations and the importance of responsible use of LLMs in farming practices.

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Autonomous Operations and Rovers

Autonomous Operations and Rovers in Agriculture Training Manual.

Learning Objectives:

-What is autonomous operations in agriculture?

-Understand benefits of robotics and autonomous operation in agriculture

-Identify applications of robotics and autonomous operations in agriculture

-Understand agricultural robotics components like sensors, actuators, and controllers

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Internet of Things

Internet of Things (IoT) in Agriculture Training Handbook.

Learning Objectives:

-Understand IoT basics

-Learn about sensors and their selection criteria

-Learn about embedded systems

-Explore wireless networks

-Implement IoT solutions

-Select sensors and protocols

-Choose connectivity options

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3D Printing

3D Printing Training Handbook.

Learning Objectives:
-What is Additive Manufacturing (3D printing)?

-Basic Knowledge on different types of 3D printing Technologies

-Basic Parts in FDM 3D Printing

-Steps in FDM 3D Printing

-Printing Parameter Setting in Slicing Software

-Hands-on Exercise in 3D Printing

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CAD

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Training Handbook.

Learning Objectives:

-Understand the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and its applications

-Navigate the Fusion 360 user interface

-Create basic 2D sketches and 3D models

-Utilize fillet, chamfer, trim, and extend tools for refining designs

-Save, export, and share CAD models

-Develop hands-on proficiency through exercises in sketching, modeling, and exporting designs.

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GNSS

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) Introduction Manual.

Learning Objectives:

-What is GNSS?

-How does GNSS use trilateration to pin-point position

-How do we designate position

-How are signals transmitted from GNSS satellites

-Three segments of GNSS

-What influences level of accuracy

-Applications of GNSS in agriculture

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Large Language Models (LLMs): A Practical Guide for Farmers. Learning Objectives: This training manual aims to empower farmers by providing: - A fundamental understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs). - Guidance on the application of LLMs in farming activities. - Practical skills for implementing LLMs in various agricultural tasks. - An overview of the potential benefits and limitations of using LLMs in agriculture. - Knowledge of ethical considerations and the importance of responsible use of LLMs in farming practices.
Autonomous Operations and Rovers in Agriculture Training Manual. Learning Objectives: -What is autonomous operations in agriculture? -Understand benefits of robotics and autonomous operation in agriculture -Identify applications of robotics and autonomous operations in agriculture -Understand agricultural robotics components like sensors, actuators, and controllers
Internet of Things (IoT) in Agriculture Training Handbook. Learning Objectives: -Understand IoT basics -Learn about sensors and their selection criteria -Learn about embedded systems -Explore wireless networks -Implement IoT solutions -Select sensors and protocols -Choose connectivity options
3D Printing Training Handbook. Learning Objectives: -What is Additive Manufacturing (3D printing)? -Basic Knowledge on different types of 3D printing Technologies -Basic Parts in FDM 3D Printing -Steps in FDM 3D Printing -Printing Parameter Setting in Slicing Software -Hands-on Exercise in 3D Printing

CAD

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Training Handbook. Learning Objectives: -Understand the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and its applications -Navigate the Fusion 360 user interface -Create basic 2D sketches and 3D models -Utilize fillet, chamfer, trim, and extend tools for refining designs -Save, export, and share CAD models -Develop hands-on proficiency through exercises in sketching, modeling, and exporting designs.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) Introduction Manual. Learning Objectives: -What is GNSS? -How does GNSS use trilateration to pin-point position -How do we designate position -How are signals transmitted from GNSS satellites -Three segments of GNSS -What influences level of accuracy -Applications of GNSS in agriculture