Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
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If the thought of being stuck inside makes you cringe, then take a moment to explore the world of agriculture. Your days could be spent mostly outdoors, with hands-on learning opportunities that take you into the field, the forest, or the greenhouse. If you're passionate about plants, animals, or creating a sustainable future then the Agriculture Cluster may be for you.
The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) career cluster prepares learners for careers in the planning, implementation, production, management, processing, and/or marketing of agricultural commodities and services. This includes food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products. It also includes related professional, technical, and educational services.
Environmental & Resource Management
Environmental & Resource Management
Environmental and Natural Resource Management is designed for students interested in learning more about becoming good stewards of our environment and natural resources, as an environmental scientist, conservationist, forester, or wildlife manager. This program of study covers environmental impacts, energy consumption, environmental public policy, and fundamental science and management of ecosystems, with special attention given to current agricultural practices that support the healthy and sustainable cultivation of major crops. Upon completion of this POS, students will be prepared for a range of careers associated with the science and management of plants, soils, wildlife, and natural resources.
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Applied Environmental ScienceYear 3: Plant and Soil ScienceYear 4: Natural Resource Management and/or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) in Agriculture
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Applied Environmental ScienceYear 3: Plant and Soil ScienceYear 4: Natural Resource Management and/or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) in Agriculture
- Clarksville High School
Post Secondary Opportunities
Post Secondary Opportunities
Degree and certification programs in the field of Environmental & Resource Management are available at APSU, UTM, and UTK.
Career Fields in Environmental & Resource Management
Career Fields in Environmental & Resource Management
Animal Scientist
Aquarius Technician
Biochemist
Chemical Engineer
Ecologist
Engineering
Environmental Lawyer
Park Ranger
Pollution Engineer
Soil Scientist
Surveyor
Toxicologist
Food Science
Food Science
Content covered in this program of study includes plant and animal structural anatomy, systems physiology, economics of production, genetics and biotechnology, and other management approaches associated with plant and animal production.
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Principals of Food ProductionYear 3: Food Science and SafetyYear 4: Advanced Food Science
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Principals of Food ProductionYear 3: Food Science and SafetyYear 4: Advanced Food Science
- Northwest High School
Post Secondary Opportunities
Post Secondary Opportunities
Degree and certification programs in the field of Food Science are available at NSCC, APSU, UT, and MTSU.
Career Fields in Food Science
Career Fields in Food Science
Biochemist
Butcher
Crop Analyst
Crop Scout
Dietitian
Extension Agent
Food & Drug Inspector
Food Microbiologist
Food Product or Ingredient Developments Specialist
Food Scientist and Technician
Precision AG Specialist
Soil and Plant Scientist
Horticulture Science
Horticulture Science
Horticulture Science prepares students for future careers in the management of greenhouse operations, horticulture production, landscape design and maintenance, and turf management.
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Principals of Plant Science and HydrocultureYear 3: Greenhouse Management Year 4: Landscaping and Turf Science
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Principals of Plant Science and HydrocultureYear 3: Greenhouse Management Year 4: Landscaping and Turf Science
- Montgomery Central High School (Academy of Plant and Animal Sciences)
Post Secondary Opportunities
Post Secondary Opportunities
Degree and certification programs in the field of Horticulture Science are available at APSU, UTM and UTK.
Career Fields in Horticulture Science
Career Fields in Horticulture Science
Arborist
Athletic Field Manager
Conservation Scientist
Crop Advisor
Farmer
Greenhouse Manager
Grounds Keeper
Landscaper
Pest Control
Plant Scientist
Seed Analyst
Turf Grass Manager
Veterinary & Animal Science
Veterinary & Animal Science
In this program of study, course content covers such topics and skills as principles of health and disease, basic animal care and nursing, clinical and laboratory procedures, and the anatomical/physiological systems of a range of small and large animals.
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Small Animal ScienceYear 3: Large Animal ScienceYear 4: Veterinary Science
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1: Agriscience Year 2: Small Animal ScienceYear 3: Large Animal ScienceYear 4: Veterinary Science
- Montgomery Central High School (Academy of Plant and Animal Sciences)
- Northwest High School
Post Secondary Opportunities
Post Secondary Opportunities
Degree and certification programs in the field of Veterinary & Animal Science are available at APSU, UTM and TCAT Crump.
Career Fields in Veterinary & Animal Science
Career Fields in Veterinary & Animal Science
Animal Health Inspector
Animal Nutritionist
Animal Scientist
Aquaculturalist
Breeding Farm Manager
Equine Rehabilitator
Farm Manager
Horse Trainer
Livestock Geneticist
Livestock Producer
Riding Instructor
Veterinarian
Zoo Animal Specialist
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