Demonstrate standard measurement techniques used in agricultural mechanics.

Demonstration may include

• defining terminology related to measurement
• identifying common units of measurement
• comparing the U.S. customary system and the metric system
• conducting measuring exercises
• reading a ruler with graduations in standard and metric units
• calculating volume and area
• using conversion factors (e.g., fractions to decimals, pints to quarts, feet to meters)
• using calculations of basic decimals and fractions.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the various measurement techniques used in agricultural mechanics?
• Why is it important to be able to use conversion factors?
• What are consequences of not measuring correctly?
• What is the difference between actual and nominal size for materials (e.g., dimensional lumber)?