Crop Science - AAS

Crop Science - AAS

Students learn techniques to improve production, planting, harvesting and sustainable farming techniques. Will provide the necessary skills to manage a profitable, environmentally-sound farm, ranch or agricultural business. Graduates are qualified for employment in a variety of positions associated with agriculture, including horticultural and livestock operations, wholesale and retail management, nursery operations and environmental and agricultural education.

Program/Discipline Outcomes

• Attain professional skills necessary for careers associated with crop production, including tools to enable lifelong learning and skills for adapting to a changing world.
• Identify plant diseases and soil nutrient deficiencies.
• Plan a sustainable profitable crop rotation needed for soil conservation.
• Describe the life cycle of the region crop commodities, how they are marketed, and how the local, regional, national and global economies affect that.
• Learn the skills needed for irrigation equipment operation and maintenance.
• Learn the skills needed for common crop equipment maintenance and repair.

Foundation Skills Requirements (16 Credits)

WR 115 or higher (4 cr)
COM 111Z or BA 204 (4/3 cr)
Math 93 or higher (4 cr)
PSYC 101 (3 cr)
INED 157 (2 cr)

Required Courses (70 Credits)

Courses are listed in suggested sequence.

Electives (5 Credits)

Electives