
Production AgricultureRequirements
Pursue an associate of applied science in production agriculture and you’ll be prepared to enter the workforce as an asset to employers after completing the two-year program. Learn about the optimal growing conditions, healthy plant growth and crop management that are needed every day to supply our food systems.
In addition to earning general education credits, you’ll also study subjects including cultivated crop production, farm and ranch management, precision agriculture, farm equipment management and maintenance, agricultural finance and marketing. You'll also gain the needed math and science foundations to apply what you’ve learned.
Row Groupings | Major Requirements: | Credits |
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required | AGE 205 - Farm and Ranch ManagementProvides students with practical experience in applying principles of economics, business, marketing and finance to the management of a farm/ranch operation. Three credits. |
3 |
required | HLT 101 - Introduction to HorticultureIntroduces the biology of horticultural plants, and basic horticultural practices. Four credits. |
4 |
required | AGP 280 - Production Ag InternshipMay be waived if the student exhibits substantial knowledge and understanding of production agriculture in his first term of OJT and through written documentation of work experience at the time of waiver application. Zero to twelve credits. |
0 to 12 |
Student Must Take | (Students must take 5 credits in AGP 280) | |
required | AGR 233 - Applied Information Technology in AgricultureIntroduces applied geospatial principles and advanced technologies in Agriculture, including: coordinate systems, mapping use, general navigation, computer technology, Precision Agriculture concepts, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Remote Sensing. Attention is also given to the history, development and future of these technologies. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGR 235 - Precision Agricultural OperationsIntroduces various methods in precision navigation of agricultural equipment utilizing Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and other support networks. Focus is placed on working with control consoles, equipment, GIS data integration, field planning, zone management, and variable rate applications. Attention is also given to differential correction systems, error sources, environmental variables, and precision accuracy. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGY 100 - General Crop ProductionFocuses on production and adaptation of cultivated crops, principles affecting growth, development, management, and utilization. Four credits. |
4 |
required | AGY 240 - Intro Soil Science [SC1]Focuses on formation, physical properties, chemical properties and management of soils emphasizing conditions that affect plant growth. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. Four credits. |
4 |
required | AME 105 - Basic Agricultural Mechanic SkillsCovers safety, proper tool use, tool reconditioning, A.C. electricity, D.C. electricity, domestic water supply and farm sanitation systems. Two credits. |
2 |
required | AME 125 - Agricultural MachineryEmphasizes the safe operation, construction, purpose, maintenance and adjustment of farm machinery. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AME 151 - Fundamentals of WeldingDevelops basic welding skills, principles, and practices in arc and oxy-acetylene welding. Three credits. |
3 |
Total Major Credits | 34 |
Row Groupings | General Education Courses: | Credits |
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required | BIO 111 - Gen College Biol I w/Lab [SC1]Examines the fundamental molecular, cellular and genetic principles characterizing plants and animals. Includes cell structure and function, and the metabolic processes of respiration, and photosynthesis, as well as cell reproduction and basic concepts of heredity. The course includes laboratory experience. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-SC1. Five credits. Course Prerequisites
BIO 105 with a grade of "C" or better. Students who have completed one year of high school biology within the last seven years with a grade of "C" or better or have scored 70% or higher on the BIO 105 test out exam may be eligible for a prerequisite override |
5 |
required | COM 115 - Public SpeakingCombines the basic theory of speech communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasis is on speech delivery, preparation, organization, support, and audience analysis. Three credits. |
3 |
required | ECO 201 - Prin of Macroeconomics [SS1]Focuses on the study of the national economy, emphasizing business cycles and long-run growth trends. Explores how macroeconomic performance is measured, including Gross Domestic Product and labor market indicators. Examines the saving-investment relationship and its relationship to Aggregate Supply and Aggregate Demand. Discusses money and banking, international trade, fiscal and monetary policy. Explores the macroeconomic role of the public sector. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Three credits. |
3 |
required | ENG 121 - English Composition I [CO1]Emphasizes the planning, writing, and revising of compositions, including the development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course includes a wide variety of compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/argumentative writing. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. May be taken concurrently with CCR 094. Three credits. |
3 |
required | ENG 131 - Technical Writing I [CO1]Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. May be taken concurrently with CCR 093. Three credits. |
3 |
required | MAT 108 - Technical MathematicsCovers mathematical material designed for career and technical students. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and vectors. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Four credits. |
4 |
required | MAT 121 - College Algebra [MA1]Focuses on a variety of functions and the exploration of their graphs. Topics include: equations and inequalities, operations on functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems, and an introduction to conic sections. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Four credits. |
4 |
Total General Education Credits | 18 |
Row Groupings | Degree Electives: | Credits |
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Degree Electives: | Select 8 credits from the following courses: |
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required | AGE 102 - Agriculture Economics [SS1]Focuses on economic principles and decision-making by consumers, firms and government with emphasis on their application to the food, fiber and natural resource sectors of the economy. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGE 208 - Agricultural FinanceEmphasizes principles of finance and their application to agriculture and agribusiness, including the time value of money, net present value analysis, interest, credit lending institutions, financial statements and financial ratios. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGE 210 - Agriculture MarketingStudies the agricultural marketing system and methods of marketing crops and livestock. Emphasizes hedging with futures options. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGR 260 - World Interdep/Population/Food [SS3]Covers the study of world population and food production and distribution. Problems and opportunities concerning population and food are discussed in a global context. This course is a statewide guaranteed transfer course GT-SS3. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AGY 110 - Industrial Hemp ProductionCovers the basic principles of growing industrial hemp in an agronomic system. Three credits. |
3 |
required | AME 107 - General Power MechanicsTeaches the theory of operation and maintenance of small engines and related power equipment used on the farm. Two credits. |
2 |
required | ASC 100 - Animal SciencesStudies the basic fundamentals of livestock production pertaining to principles of breeding, genetics, nutrition, health, and physiology of beef, sheep, swine, dairy, and horses. Focuses on the Animal Science Industry in general and each species industry in regard to history, current situation, and future direction. Three credits. |
3 |
required | ASC 225 - Feeds and FeedingFocuses on the basic nutrients, common feeds and feed additives, anatomy of digestive systems, and basic feeding practices for beef, sheep, and dairy. The lab portion of the class is devoted to calculating and balancing rations to fulfill nutrient requirements for farm animals for growth, finishing, reproduction, lactation, work, and wool production. Explores least cost ration balancing on the computer.Four credits. Course Prerequisites
ASC 100 with a grade of "C" or better |
4 |
required | ASC 230 - Farm Animal Anatomy&PhysiologyIntroduces students to the basic concepts of farm animal anatomy and physiology with emphasis on concepts relating to nutrition, reproduction, immunology, and growth of the basic farm species. Anatomy & Physiology is taught in the context of applying basic principles to production practices in the industry including reproductive management, livestock nutrition management, and animal health practices. Three credits. Course Prerequisites
ASC 100 with a grade of "C" or better |
3 |
required | ASC 250 - Live Animal/Carcass EvaluationExplores meat carcass evaluation and the related yield and quality grading system. Emphasizes selection of breeding stock based on performance data. Covers comparative selection, grading, and judging of market and breeding classes of livestock based on knowledge of phenotype, performance, information, and/or carcass merit. Three credits. Course Prerequisites
ASC 100 with a grade of "C" or better |
3 |
required | ASC 288 - Livestock PracticumProvides experiential learning with beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine and sheep. Zero to twelve credits. Course Prerequisites
ASC 100 with a grade of "C" or better |
0 to 12 |
(must be for 2 credits) | (ASC 288 must be taken for 2 credits) | |
required | BUS 115 - Introduction to BusinessIntroduces the application of fundamental business principles to local, national, and international forums. This course examines the relationship of economic systems, governance, regulations, and law upon business operations. It surveys the concepts of career development, business ownership, finance and accounting, economics, marketing, management, operations, human resources, regulations, and business ethics. Three credits. |
3 |
required | CIS 118 - Intro to PC ApplicationsThis course introduces basic computer terminology, file management, and PC system components. Provides an overview of office application software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics. Includes the use of a web browser to access the Internet. Three credits. |
3 |
required | EGG 151 - Introduction to Experimental Design and EngineeringIntroduces the student to the design and construction of scientific and engineering experiments. Includes the entire life cycle of the experiment, from design, to construction, to analysis of data and communication of final results. Two credits. |
2 |
required | GIS 101 - Introduction to GISSurveys the development, application and use of geographic information systems (GIS). Three credits. |
3 |
Total Elective Credits | 8 |
Total Credits for A.A.S. Degree | 60 |
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Degree at a Glance
Degree Type
Associate of Applied ScienceCredits
60Tuition*
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