Agricultural Pathway

Introduction to Agriculture

Duration: 1.0 credit

Prerequisite: none

Introduction to Agriculture courses survey a wide array of topics within the agricultural industry, exposing students to the many and varied types of agriculture and livestock career opportunities and to those in related fields (such as natural resources). These courses serve to introduce students to the agricultural field, providing them an opportunity to identify an area for continued study or to determine that their interest lies elsewhere. They often focus on developing communication skills, business principles, and leadership skills. 

CN8000f           CN8001s 

 Animal Science 

Duration: 1.0 credit 

 Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture.

 Animal Science courses impart information about the care and management of domestic and farm animals. These courses may cover animal nutrition, health, behavior, selection, reproduction, anatomy and physiology, facilities, product processing, and marketing. Students may study a particular species (swine, cattle, horses, fowl, sheep, and so on), or they may learn how to care for and maintain livestock as a more inclusive study.

CN 8006f          CN8007s

Natural Resources Management 

Duration: 1.0 credit  Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture

Natural Resources Management courses combine the fields of ecology and conservation with planning for the efficient use and preservation of land, water, wildlife, and forests. Within the general area of natural resources management, these courses usually cover specific topics and uses, such as hunting or fishing preserves, forest production and management, wildlife preservation, and human outdoor recreation. Offered alternating years: 23/24, 25/26, etc.

CN8008f           CN8009s 

Agricultural Food Science 

Duration: 1.0 credit

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture

 Agricultural Food Science courses impart the knowledge and skills needed to produce and manufacture food products for the consumer market. These courses focus on food products while covering a variety of topics, such as quality selection and preservation, equipment care and sanitation, government regulations, marketing, consumer trends, and product research and development. Offered alternating years: 24/25, 26/27, etc.

CN 8002f          CN8003s 

Horticulture 

Duration: 1.0 credit 

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture

General Horticulture courses expose students to the art and science of growing plants, shrubs, trees, flowers, fruits, and vegetables. In doing so, they cover a wide variety of topics, including greenhouse and nursery operations, soils and media mixtures, fruit and vegetable production, turf/golf course management, interior and exterior plant scaping, irrigation systems, weed and pest control, and floral design.

CN 80141f      CN 80151s 

Ag Leadership & Communication 

Duration: 1.0 credit Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture and At least on technical level course.

Ag Leadership & Communication courses help students develop leadership skills with a focus on opportunities in the food, fiber, and natural resources industries. Topics may include but are not limited to human relationships and effective communication, decision-making and problem solving, leadership qualities and styles, and ensuring successful completion of group activities.

CN8014f           CN8015s 

Ag Internship 

Duration: 1.0 credit 

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture and At least on technical level course.

Ag Internship provides students to gain knowledge and skills for various Agriculture Careers. Students will provide a detailed log of experiences and hours while participating.

CN 8016f         CN 8017s

Agribusiness 

Duration: 1.0 credit

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriculture and At least on technical level course.

Agribusiness Management courses provide students with the information and skills necessary for success in agribusiness and in operating entrepreneurial ventures in the agricultural industry. These courses may cover topics such as economic principles, budgeting, risk management, finance, business law, marketing and promotion strategies, insurance, and resource management. Other possible topics include developing a business plan, employee/employer relations, problem-solving and decision making, commodities, and building leadership skills. These courses may also incorporate a survey of the careers within the agricultural industry.   

CN8018f           CN8019s