Texas A and M University - Aggieland Yearbook (College Station, TX)

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tfodeye 4 pUcci(tcvie The various curricula in the College of Agriculture have as their main objective the preparation of young men for farming, ranching, and other business associated with agriculture; for the pursuit of scientific investigation in the broad field of agriculture, including soils, water and plant and animal products, both native and cultivated; for careers in teaching or extension work in agriculture; for work with various governmental and private agricul¬ tural agencies; or for the teaching of conservation and management of our natural and cultivated resources. Sys¬ tematic training is given in the science of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology, all of which are funda¬ mental to the study of scientific agriculture. The curricula offered give the student a wide range of choice in the selection of a major, and elective courses provide excellent opportunity for enlarging his field of learning in keep¬ ing with his individual interest and needs. New developments in the field of agriculture reflect the rapid progress being made through research and education. The faculty of the College of Agriculture represents a high degree of excellence and breadth of training. Not only do these men possess fine minds thoroughly educated in the agricultural sciences but they have distinguished themselves in education as well as scientific research. More than 140 of the faculty in the College of Agriculture working together with students have given Texas, the nation, and the world many new ideas which have had far-reaching effects on the agriculture industry, and they have made a vital contribution to mankind. More than 1400 young men and women are enrolled in the College of Agriculture preparing themselves for careers in the basic industry of agriculture. This great industry offers a bright future and healthy challenge for those who receive their training at Texas A M. 19

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g Decut 6 U€ct ' D iecton The objectives of the University are maintained by the Executive Committee as set forth by the by¬ laws. Under the direction of President Rudder in week¬ ly meetings, the committee decides how best to strive for “academic excellence ' and keep the University headed toward its primary objective, as stated by Statue: “The leading objective of this college shall be, without excluding other scientific and classroom studies, and including military tactics, to teach such branches of learning as are related to agriculture and me¬ chanical arts, in such a manner as the legis¬ lature may prescribe, in order to promote the liberal and prac¬ tical education of the industrial classes in the several pursuits and professions of life. DR. WILLIAM J. GRAFF Dean of Academic Administration DR. R. E. PATTERSON Dean of Agriculture H. D. BEARDEN Director Texas Engineering Extension Service JOHN HUTCHISON Director of Texas Agricultural Extension Service CART. BENNET DODSON Superintendent, Texas Maritime Academy JAMES HANNIGAN Dean of Students FRED BENSON Dean of Engineering DR. HORACE BYERS Dean of Geosciences 18 DR. FRANK HUBERT Dean of Liberal Arts DR. CLARENCE ZENER Dean of Science

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(?o(leye SnytoeerUtty Engineering has been described as the art of applying the mathematical and natural sciences to the practical solution of the technological problems of civilization. The contributions of engineers to technological advances in things that affect the co mfort of our everyday living is greater than is often realized. Both broad and specialized programs in the engineering sciences are offered through several curricula of the College of Engineering. These programs are designed to develop the student ' s abilities to enable him to enter into and advance with the profession of engineering, and to lead a useful and happy life in his community. These curriculum plans include as their main core the fundamentals of engineering science and the basic ma¬ terials related thereto, but in addition, they include subjects from the social and humanistic sciences. Thus, not only will A M engineering graduates be technically trained, but also humanly and socially educated. In order to qualify for a Bachelor of Science degree in the student ' s chosen field, must complete satisfactorily a minimum of four years of comprehensive study in mathematics and sciences. In addition to theory, practice work and problem courses are provided in order to better acquaint the student with application of his work. Texas A M does not turn out men trained solely in mechanical manipulative skills. With the exception of in¬ dustrial education, all curricula are planned to provide preparation for research, design, operation, management, testing, or maintenance of engineering projects. Various four-year curricula are available and each leads to the Bachelor of Science degree. They include the fields of aerospace, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, mechanical, nuclear, and petroleum engineering. Also includ¬ ed are industrial education and industrial engineering. Those which involve five-year curricula are architecture and petroleum engineering, also various combined degrees. Within all its areas, the Texas A M .College of En¬ gineering will continue to lead in the new era of technology that is our nation s destiny. 20