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are you interested in taking classes after high school but aren't set on a four year option?
are you interested in taking classes after high school but aren't set on a four year option?
do you want a balance of hands-on training and professional experience?
do you want a balance of hands-on training and professional experience?
ARE YOU CONSIDERING ATTENDING A MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM?
ARE YOU CONSIDERING ATTENDING A MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM?
If you answered yes to the above questions, the AFNR Technology Pathway is right for you!
If you answered yes to the above questions, the AFNR Technology Pathway is right for you!
This pathway focuses on...
This pathway focuses on...
developing your skills in agriculture and natural resources.
developing your skills in agriculture and natural resources.
offering college credit options.
offering college credit options.
flexibility to customize for you!
flexibility to customize for you!
requirements of the pATHWAY
requirements of the pATHWAY
COURSES
COURSES
The following courses are required in all pathways.
The following courses are required in all pathways.
FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS
FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS
Instructor: Mr. Bos
1 day/week (Monday) - Full Year
Foundational Skills teaches diverse skills needed for employment on agricultural operations. Topics include tractor driving and maintenance, tool use, and other basic maintenance skills.
FFA & SAE
FFA & SAE
Instructors: Mr. Bos & Mrs. Schweitzer
1 day/week (Wednesday) - Full Year
Wednesdays are going to focus on FFA and SAE. Activities include leadership and skills contests, SAEs, record keeping, and FFA meetings.
The following courses are required in the AFNR Technology Pathway.
The following courses are required in the AFNR Technology Pathway.
FOOD SCIENCE
FOOD SCIENCE
Instructor: Mrs. Schweitzer
1 day/week (Friday) - Full Year
The Food Science course aligns with FS 101 at Muskegon Community College, a required course for all MSU/MCC Institute of Agricultural Technology programs. Students will explore food science and food processing topics such as food chemistry, cooking methods, preservation, and more. At the completion of the course, students will earn 3 credits to Muskegon Community College.
ONE of the following courses are required during fall semester OR an internship.
ONE of the following courses are required during fall semester OR an internship.
AGRISCIENCE RESEARCH
AGRISCIENCE RESEARCH
Instructor: Mrs. Schweitzer
2 days/week (Tuesday/Thursday) - Fall Semester
The goal of this course is to develop students' understanding of research methods. Students will take a step-by-step approach to plan and implement research techniques to conduct their own research project. Projects will be presented at the Michigan State University Arthur Berkey Agriscience Fair.
NATURAL RESOURCES LAB
NATURAL RESOURCES LAB
Instructor: Mr. Bos
2 days/week (Tuesday/Thursday) - Fall Semester
The natural resources lab will introduce students to a variety of topics in natural resources such as water quality, forestry, wildlife, and invasive species.
At least ONE of the following courses are required during spring semester OR an internship. Students can take both courses.
At least ONE of the following courses are required during spring semester OR an internship. Students can take both courses.
ANIMAL SCIENCE LAB
ANIMAL SCIENCE LAB
Instructor: Mrs. Schweitzer
2 days/week (Tuesday/Thursday) - Spring Semester
The aim of this course is to build on animal science topics taught during the first year curriculum in Agriscience. A significant portion of the program will be veterinary science.
AGRONOMY LAB
AGRONOMY LAB
Instructor: Mr. Bos
2 days/week (Tuesday/Thursday) - Spring Semester
The agronomy class will give students the opportunity to explore advanced plant science topics. Students will learn about field crops, specialty crops, plant nutrition, anatomy and physiology, and more.
WORK-BASED LEARNING
WORK-BASED LEARNING
Students in this pathway have the option to complete an internship in place of all optional courses above. If a student chooses this option, it will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Students in this pathway have the option to complete an internship in place of all optional courses above. If a student chooses this option, it will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
If students do not do an internship, they also have the option to do job shadows. One job shadow day will take place each month. The Agriscience instructors will organize these days.
If students do not do an internship, they also have the option to do job shadows. One job shadow day will take place each month. The Agriscience instructors will organize these days.
extensions
extensions
The following extension options are available, depending on student interest.
The following extension options are available, depending on student interest.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Online, Self-Directed
This course is for students who may ultimately own or manage a small business. The course includes the creation of a business plan, marketing, financial management, and entrepreneurial opportunities. (1 credit through West Shore)
PESTICIDE APPLICATOR'S LICENSE TRAINING
PESTICIDE APPLICATOR'S LICENSE TRAINING
This training provides you with the knowledge needed to take the state Pesticide Applicator's LIcense. Students who are 18 years old or older can choose to take the test after completing the training.
OTHER CERTIFICATION OPTIONS, BASED ON INTERESTS
OTHER CERTIFICATION OPTIONS, BASED ON INTERESTS
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