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In this training course, you’ll learn about the technical aspects and basic principles of agricultural machinery. It’s ideal for people who work in a technical-commercial, agricultural environment, but don’t carry out repairs themselves, such as people in sales and administration and those who work in the warehouse. No prior knowledge is necessary. ‘Tractor technology for non-engineers’ is a 2-day course in which you’ll gain insight into how agricultural machines work and what they’re used for, and learn how to recognise different components and locate them on a machine. Plus, the knowledge you acquire will enable you to answer customer questions and offer educated advice.  

TARGET GROUP

This training is aimed at anyone who is active in a technical-commercial agricultural environment, but doesn’t carry out repairs. After the training, the participant has a better insight in the many technical aspects of agricultural machinery. Only the basic principles are addressed, detailed operating principles aren't treated during this training. This training is particularly suitable for people who work in a sales environment, in the warehouse, in the administrative department …

PRIOR KNOWLEDGE

No prior knowledge is required.

GOAL

• To gain an insight into the functioning and fields of application of agricultural machines.
• To be capable of recognising different components and locate them on a machine.
• To be capable of advising customers about agricultural machines.

CONTENT

Market overview

Types of tractors

Technical approach

• Motor
• Transmission and drivetrain
• Braking
• Front axle
• Suspension
• Hydraulics
• Cab + electronics
• PTO
• Three-point lifting system

Machines - equipment

Combine harvesters

Future evolutions

DURATION

2 days

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