Sustainable Agriculture
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Sustainable Agriculture program focuses on sustainable agriculture, agribusiness, and urban farming. This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in Agribusiness.
Details
Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Sustainable Agriculture (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3014
Total credits required
60-70
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Utilize computer applications relevant to the field for communication, production decisions, business management and cost analysis. (AGB130, AGB139)
- Synthesize multiple sources of information to assist in decision making relative to agricultural business planning and operations. (AGB130, AGS186, MAT112, (CRE), (FYE101, FYE103), [FYC], [HU])
- Demonstrate professional behaviors and abide by norms and conventions appropriate to the field. (AGB130, AGB139, AGB231, AGS164, AGS166, AGS182AA, AGS260, AGS262, AGS265, CHM130, CHM130LL, SSH111, (FYE101, FYE103), [FYC])
- Employ effective oral, written, and visual communication skills in a culturally sensitive and responsive manner. (AGB130, AGB139, AGS164, AGS217, AGS260, AGS186, AGS262, SSH111, (CRE), (FYE101, FYE103) (COM), [FYC] [HU])
- Evaluate sustainable food production systems in rural and urban settings. (AGB144, AGS182AA, AGS186, AGS217, [FYC])
- Operate equipment adhering to proper safety, ethical, and environmental protocols. (AGS166, AGS182AA, AGS186, AGS217, AGS260, AGS265, AGS262, AGS268, [FYC])
- Effectively plant, maintain and harvest crops by synthesizing principles of plant growth and responses to particular soils, climate, sun exposure, water availability, nutrients, and pests. (AGS182AA, AGS164, AGS217, AGS260, AGS262, AGS265, AGS268, MAT112)
- Apply environmentally and socially responsible agricultural practices. (AGS164, AGS166, AGS217, AGS265, SSH111, [FYC])
- Establish, select and maintain facilities for alternative crop production systems, including raising fish and vegetables in a closed-looped system. (AGS166, AGS217,
- [FYC])
- Use various media to market agricultural crops, including brand development, social networking, direct marketing, community supported agriculture. (AGB231, [FYC])
- Explain the physical and chemical properties of soil as they relate to pH, water, nutrients, and organic matter. (AGS260, AGS265, CHM130, CHM130LL, MAT112, [FYC])
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 44-49 | |
| AGB130 | Establishing and Running an Agribusiness | 3 |
| AGB139 | Agribusiness Computer Operations | 3 |
| AGB231 | Marketing of Agricultural Products | 3 |
| AGS182AA | Gardening Practices and Techniques | 3 |
| AGS186 | Greenhouse Management and Construction | 3 |
| AGS164 | Plant Growth and Development | 4 |
| AGS217 | Introduction to Hydroponics and Controlled Environment Agriculture | 4 |
| AGS166 | Aquaponics | 3 |
| AGS260 | Soils | 4 |
| AGS262 | Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting | 3 |
| AGS265 | Crop Science and Production | 3 |
| AGS268 | Integrated Pest Management in the Cultivated Environment | 4 |
| CHM130 | Fundamental Chemistry (3) OR | |
| Permission of Program Director | 0-3 | |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| SSH111 | Sustainable Cities | 3 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 0-1 | |
| Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with a faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals. | ||
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 15-21 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-18 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Oral Communication area | ||
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment | 0-3 | |
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-6 | |
| MAT112 | Mathematical Concepts and Applications (3) OR | |
| Higher level mathematics course | 3-6 | |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 3 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Humanities, Arts and Design area. | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by SSH111 in the Required Courses area. | ||
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by AGS260 in the Required Courses area. | ||
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