Agriculture Technology

Fall 2018

Enrollment:

Fall, Winter, Spring

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

View the program website

Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

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:
  1. Understand and apply the principles of plant biology to crop production.
  2. Understand and apply the principles of soil science to soil fertility and management.
  3. Diagnose causes of plant problems (i.e. insect, disease, and abiotic problems) and suggest appropriate remedies.
  4. Understand and apply the principles of weed science to weed management.
  5. Understand and apply the principles of business management, accounting, human relations, and economics to agribusiness management.
  6. 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
AGHRT184AgHort Occupational Preparation 11
ENVS 110Plant Biology 25
NATRS112Natural Resources Mathematical Applications 25
NATRS120Basic Computer Applications in Natural Resources 22
13

Second Quarter
AGHRT101Basic Crop Science 25
AGHRT185AgHort Occupational Preparation 11
NATRS122Natural Resources Trigonometric Applications 25
NATRS204Maps and Aerial Photo Interpretation 25
16

Third Quarter
AGHRT104Principles of Pest Management 25
ENVS 210Environmental Soil Science 25
ENVS 220Introduction to Geographic Information Systems for Natural Resources 5
NATRS230Global Positioning Systems 3
18

Fourth Quarter
AGHRT102Pesticides and Fertilizer Application Equipment 22
AGHRT116Green Industry Business Management 25
Electives 35
12

Fifth Quarter
AGHRT219Soil Management and Fertility 25
NATRS221Applications in Geographic Information Systems 4
WATER109Introduction to Water Resources 5
14

Sixth Quarter
AGHRT225Weed Biology and Control 5
AGHRT230Plant Problem Diagnosis 25
AGHRT232Pest Management Project 22
Electives 35
17
90 credits are required for the AAS
1AGHRT 184 and 185 are related education requirements.
2Related education requirements.
3Electives may include any liberal arts, career, or technical course number 100 or higher.

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.