College Catalog 2008-2010
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sustainable Agriculture
Credential: Associate in Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
A15410
The Sustainable Agriculture curriculum is designed to provide the entrepreneurial and technical skills necessary to manage a profitable, environmentally sound, community based small farm or agricultural business. Students learn the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture, focusing on crop production and farm business. Emphasis is placed on entrepreneurial and practical field training. Students will complete a business plan and an agricultural internship in marketing and farming. Graduates are qualified for employment in a variety of positions associated with sustainable agriculture, including horticultural and livestock operations, wholesale and retail management, nursery operations, and environmental and agricultural education.
- Entrance Standards: See General Admission Standards.
- Academic Standards: See General Academic Standards.
- Program Length: 5 semesters
- Career Pathway Option: Associate in Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
- Program Site: Chatham Campus - Day Program
Course Requirements for Sustainable Agriculture Degree
A. General Education Courses (16 SHC)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3-0-3 |
| ENG 111A | Expository Writing Lab | 0-2-1 |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research and Reporting | 3-0-3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3-0-3 | |
| MAT 140 | Survey of Mathematics | 3-0-3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3-0-3 |
B. Required Major Core Courses (19 SHC)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 111 | Basic Farm Maintenance | 1-3-2 |
| AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 160 | Plant Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| BUS 280 | REAL Small Business | 4-0-4 |
| COE 111 | Co-op Work Experience I | 0-10-1 |
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 212 | Farm Business Management | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 220 | Ag Mechanization | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 221 | Farm Structures | 2-2-3 |
| OR | ||
| HOR 130 | Greenhouse Design | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265 | Organic Crop Prod: Spring | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 266 | Organic Crop Prod: Fall | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 293 | Selected Topics in Sustainable Agriculture | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 110 | Animal Science | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy | 1-2-2 |
| HOR 168 | Plant Propagation | 2-2-3 |
Total Semester Hours Credit Required for Graduation: 67
Semester Curriculum for Sustainable Agriculture Associate Degree
1st Semester (Fall)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 111 | Basic Farm Maintenance | 1-3-2 |
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| ANS 110 | Animal Science | 3-0-3 |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy | 1-2-2 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3-0-3 | |
| 13-7-16 |
2nd Semester (Spring)
| C-L-SHC | AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
|---|---|---|
| AGR 160 | Plant Science | 2-2-3 |
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3-0-3 |
| ENG 111A | Expository Writing Lab | 0-2-1 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3-0-3 | |
| 13-6-16 |
3rd Semester (Summer)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| COE 111 | Co-op Work Experience I | 0-10-1 |
| 0-10-1 |
4th Semester (Fall)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 220 | Ag Mechanization | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 266 | Organic Crop Prod: Fall | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 221 | Farm Structures | 2-2-3 |
| OR | ||
| HOR 130 | Greenhouse Design | 3-0-3 |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research and Reporting | 3-0-3 |
| HOR 168 | Plant Propagation | 2-2-3 |
| 14/15-6/8-18 |
5th Semester (Spring)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 212 | Farm Business Management | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265 | Organic Crop Prod: Spring | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 293 | Special Topics in Sustainable Agriculture | 3-0-3 |
| BUS 280 | REAL Small Business | 4-0-4 |
| MAT 140 | Survey of Mathematics | 3-0-3 |
| 15-2-16 |
Total Semester Hours Credit: 67
Sustainable Agriculture
Credential: Certificate in Agricultural Sustainability
C1541010
The Sustainable Agriculture curriculum is designed to provide the entrepreneurial and technical skills necessary to manage a profitable, environmentally sound, community based small farm or agricultural business. Coursework includes classroom study and practical application of skills and concepts in the field. An understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of sustainable agriculture are emphasized. This certificate is appropriate for individuals interested in adding knowledge and skills in sustainability for employment in areas such as agriculture education, farmer advocacy work, and nonprofit organizations with agricultural missions in developing countries.
- Entrance Standards: See General Admission Standards.
- Academic Standards: See General Academic Standards.
- Program Length: 2 semesters
- Career Pathway Option: Associate in Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
- Program Site: Chatham Campus - Day Program
Course Requirements for Agriculture Sustainability Certificate
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 265/6 | Organic Crop Prod: (Spring or Fall) | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 293 | Selected Topics in Sustainable Agriculture | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265/6 | Organic Crop Prod: (Spring or Fall) | 2-2-3 |
| OR | ||
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
Total Semester Hours Credit Required for Graduation: 18
Semester Curriculum for Agricultural Sustainability Certificate
1st Semester (Fall)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 265/6 | Organic Crop Prod: (Spring or Fall) | 2-2-3 |
| 7-4-9 |
2nd Semester (Spring)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265/6 | Organic Crop Prod: (Spring or Fall) | 2-2-3 |
| OR | ||
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 293 | Selected Topics in Sustainable Agriculture | 3-0-3 |
| 8-2-9 |
Total Semester Hours Credit: 18
Sustainable Agriculture
Credential: Certificate in Sustainable Livestock Systems
C1541020
The Sustainable Agriculture curriculum is designed to provide the entrepreneurial and technical skills necessary to manage a profitable, environmentally sound, community based small farm or agricultural business. Coursework includes fundamental sustainable agriculture concepts, study of the soil systems as they relate to pasture fertility, and livestock health and marketing practices typical of small-scale, local food systems. Appropriate breed selection, pasture management, and direct marketing are emphasized. This certificate is appropriate for individuals interested in integrating sustainable livestock production into their current agricultural system, agriculture educators, and individuals interested in working in the food and fiber industry.
- Entrance Standards: See General Admission Standards.
- Academic Standards: See General Academic Standards.
- Program Length: 2 semesters
- Career Pathway Option: Associate in Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
- Program Site: Chatham Campus - Day Program
Course Requirements for Sustainable Livestock Systems Certificate
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 110 | Animal Science | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
Total Semester Hours Credit Required for Graduation: 15
Semester Curriculum for Sustainable Livestock Systems Certificate
1st Semester (Fall)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 110 | Animal Science | 3-0-3 |
| 8-2-9 |
2nd Semester (Spring)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| ANS 111 | Sustainable Livestock Mgt | 2-2-3 |
| 5-2-6 |
Total Semester Hours Credit: 15
Sustainable Agriculture
Credential: Certificate in Sustainable Vegetable Production
C1541030
The Sustainable Agriculture curriculum is designed to provide the entrepreneurial and technical skills necessary to manage a profitable, environmentally sound, community based small farm or agricultural business. Coursework in the sustainable vegetable production certificate program focuses on the foundational principles for sustainable vegetable production from soil preparation to marketing a premium quality product. Graduates are prepared to work in vegetable production systems and related fields, such as farm market manager, produce manager, or garden technician in retail settings.
- Entrance Standards: See General Admission Standards.
- Academic Standards: See General Academic Standards.
- Program Length: 2 semesters
- Career Pathway Option: Associate in Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
- Program Site: Chatham Campus - Day Program
Course Requirements for Sustainable Vegetable Production Certificate
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265/6 | Organic Crop Prod: (Spring or Fall) | 2-2-3 |
Total Semester Hours Credit Required for Graduation: 18
Semester Curriculum for Sustainable Vegetable Production Certificate
1st Semester (Fall)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 139 | Intro to Sustainable Ag | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 170 | Soil Science | 2-2-3 |
| AGR 214 | Agricultural Marketing | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 266 | Organic Crop Prod: Fall | 2-2-3 |
| 10-4-12 |
2nd Semester (Spring)
| C-L-SHC | ||
|---|---|---|
| AGR 121 | Biological Pest Mgmt | 3-0-3 |
| AGR 265 | Organic Crop Prod: Spring | 2-2-3 |
| 5-2-6 |
Total Semester Hours Credit: 18