Brigham Young University. Dept. of Agricultural Engineering

The Department of Agricultural Engineering was established by the College of Applied Science in 1921. Ernest D. Partridge served as department chairman from 1921 to 1923.

Description

Established: 1921

Abolished: 1923

Location: Provo, Utah (1921-1923)

Functions

The purpose of the Department of Agricultural Engineering was to prepare students to solve the elementary mechanical and engineering problems that were common in rural communities. Courses included: farm mechanics, roads, irrigation and drainage, and U.S. methods of land subdivision.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The department was administered by a department chair, under direction of the college dean.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Applied Science (1921-1923)

Associated Archival Materials

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Sources

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1922-1923: p. 43-44 (course offerings, purpose of department)

Brigham Young University The First Hundred Years, 1974: v. 4 p. 493 (Ernest D. Partridge (1921-1923))

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00296

Creator: RSP