Agriculture Technology
Winter 2019
Start
Fall, Winter, Spring
Additional Costs
Books | $240 |
Supplies and Equipment | $15 |
Program Description
The Agriculture Business program is designed to train students for entry-level employment in the agricultural chemical and fertilizer industry as well as grain and farming operations. Program graduates are qualified for advancement into sales, service, field representative and branch management positions.
The following is a typical student schedule, individual student schedules may differ slightly depending on course availability. Courses may only be offered in the quarter indicated. It is recommended that students work closely with the program advisor when planning classes.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of plant biology to crop production.
- Understand and apply the principles of soil science to soil fertility and management.
- Diagnose causes of plant problems (i.e. insect, disease, and abiotic problems) and suggest appropriate remedies.
- Understand and apply the principles of weed science to weed management.
- Understand and apply the principles of business management, accounting, human relations, and economics to agribusiness management.
- Prepare and take the exams to obtain their pesticide licenses or CCA credentials.
Career Opportunities
Farming, agrichemical applicator, field representative, sales, farm service/supply companies, and government agencies.
AAS - SCC
Offered at Locations: Spokane Community College |
First Quarter |
AGHRT184 | AgHort Occupational Preparation 1 | 1 |
ENVS 110 | Plant Biology 2 | 5 |
NATRS112 | Natural Resources Mathematical Applications 2 | 5 |
NATRS120 | Basic Computer Applications in Natural Resources 2 | 2 |
| 13 |
Second Quarter |
AGHRT101 | Basic Crop Science 2 | 5 |
AGHRT185 | AgHort Occupational Preparation 1 | 1 |
NATRS122 | Natural Resources Trigonometric Applications 2 | 5 |
NATRS204 | Maps and Aerial Photo Interpretation 2 | 5 |
| 16 |
Third Quarter |
AGHRT104 | Principles of Pest Management 2 | 5 |
ENVS 210 | Environmental Soil Science 2 | 5 |
ENVS 220 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems for Natural Resources | 5 |
NATRS230 | Global Positioning Systems | 3 |
| 18 |
Fourth Quarter |
AGHRT102 | Pesticides and Fertilizer Application Equipment 2 | 2 |
AGHRT116 | Green Industry Business Management 2 | 5 |
| Electives 3 | 5 |
| 12 |
Fifth Quarter |
AGHRT219 | Soil Management and Fertility 2 | 5 |
NATRS221 | Applications in Geographic Information Systems | 4 |
WATER109 | Introduction to Water Resources | 5 |
| 14 |
Sixth Quarter |
AGHRT225 | Weed Biology and Control | 5 |
AGHRT230 | Plant Problem Diagnosis 2 | 5 |
AGHRT232 | Pest Management Project 2 | 2 |
| Electives 3 | 5 |
| 17 |
90 credits are required for the AAS |
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1 | AGHRT 184 and 185 are related education requirements. |
2 | Related education requirements. |
3 | Electives may include any liberal arts, career, or technical course number 100 or higher. |
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Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.