ABE 4320: Controlled Environment Agriculture Systems Design

Agricultural and Biological Engineering University of Florida 3.0 credits

4.5 /5
★★★★★
4 reviews
Difficulty
2.8
Workload
3.3
Usefulness
4.0

Course Description

Introduces the engineering design of controlled-environment agriculture systems, including glazing materials selection, fan-sizing for mechanical ventilation, lighting distribution, cooling system design with fan-and-pad evaporative cooling, and heating system design with hot water floor heating.

Reviews

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★★★★★ Difficulty: 3/5 Workload: 3/5 Usefulness: 5/5
GvilleKid Summer 2025 Grade: A-
This course exceeded my expectations. The professor really knows the material and makes complex topics accessible.
Pros: Engaging lectures, helpful office hours, fair grading
Cons: Sometimes moves a bit fast
Tips: Start assignments early and attend every lecture.
★★★★★ Difficulty: 3/5 Workload: 4/5 Usefulness: 4/5
SwampLife Spring 2025 Grade: B+
Really enjoyed this class. The professor makes the material come alive.
Pros: Passionate instructor, interesting topics
Cons: Heavy reading load
Tips: Keep up with readings - they're actually useful.
★★★☆☆ Difficulty: 2/5 Workload: 2/5 Usefulness: 3/5
GatorFan Spring 2024 Grade: C+
Decent course. Not amazing but not bad either. Gets the job done.
Pros: Straightforward grading
Cons: Lectures can be dry
Tips: The textbook helps more than the slides.
★★★★★ Difficulty: 3/5 Workload: 4/5 Usefulness: 4/5
UFStudent23 Fall 2023 Grade: B-
Really enjoyed this class. The professor makes the material come alive.
Pros: Passionate instructor, interesting topics
Cons: Heavy reading load
Tips: Keep up with readings - they're actually useful.