Associate of Arts
Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences
Degrees and Certificates
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Forestry/Wildlife Management AA, -
Agri Mechanics and Technology CP, Certificate of Proficiency -
Applied Mechanical Technology CP, Certificate of Proficiency -
Horticulture Operations CP, Certificate of Proficiency
Courses
AFLS 10000: Horticulture Lab
Common Course Number
AFLS 10000
Laboratory exercises and site visits will provide the student with hands-on experience and practical application of the skills and techniques learned in the classroom.
AFLS 10102: Careers in Agriculture
Common Course Number
AFLS 10102
An introduction to the career opportunities within the discipline of agriculture. The student will be provided career information through lecture, video and multimedia presentations. Required of all degree programs.
AFLS 10103: Principles of Horticulture
Common Course Number
AFLS 10103
Lecture/Lab Hours
3
Classroom and laboratory application of the principles of plant propagation and production, the handling and use of plants in landscaping and horticultural crop production. Practical application and site tours will be provided through the corequisite (AFLS 10000) laboratory. It is suggested that the student complete Botany prior to attempting this class.
AFLS 10203: Careers in Agriculture
Common Course Number
AFLS 10203
An introduction to the career opportunities within the discipline of agriculture. The student will be provided career information through lecture, video and multimedia presentations. Required of all degree participants.
AFLS 11031: Crop Science Lab
Common Course Number
AFLS 11031
Laboratory application and study to reinforce the principles of growth, development, reproduction, taxonomy and certain diseases of major field crops.
AFLS 11043: Crop Science
Common Course Number
AFLS 11043
Lecture/Lab Hours
3
Principles of crop production and their application to the growth and development of major agronomic crop species.
AFLS 12001: Rice Production
Common Course Number
AFLS 12001
This course will cover rice production from field preparation to harvest. The participants will gain a basic understanding of rice growth and development, cultural practices, weed control, fertilization, disease control, insect control, and grain quality. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AFLS 12003: Introduction to Plant Science
Common Course Number
AFLS 12003
Introduction to the principles and factors of plant growth, structure and development.
AFLS 12033: Soil & Water Engineering
Common Course Number
AFLS 12033
Skills and practices needed in soil and water management in agricultural operations. Emphasis on surveying and the design of systems to prevent erosion and increase productivity.
AFLS 12043: General Horticulture
Common Course Number
AFLS 12043
Lecture/Lab Hours
3
A survey of the general field of horticulture, including the growth, fruiting habits, propagation, and culture of horticultural plants. Emphasis is placed on the operation and management of greenhouse operations.
AFLS 12101: Oilseed Production
Common Course Number
AFLS 12101
This course will cover oilseed production from field preparation to harvest. The participants will gain a basic understanding of oilseed growth and development, cultural practices, weed control, fertilization, disease control, insect control and grain quality. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AFLS 12201: Wheat & Feed Grain Production
Common Course Number
AFLS 12201
This course will cover wheat and feed grain production from field preparation to harvest. The participants will gain a basic understanding of the growth and development, cultural practices, weed control, fertilization, disease control, insect control and grain quality of crops used for human and animal consumption. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AFLS 12301: Integrated Pest Management
Common Course Number
AFLS 12301
This course will provide an overview of integrated pest management systems utilizing chemicals, agricultural practices and natural predators for pest and disease control in field crop production. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AGRI 12003: Small Engines/Power Units
Common Course Number
AGRI 12003
Principles of operation, adjustment, repair, maintenance, and trouble shooting of small air-cooled engines and power units, including various engine systems, service, and maintenance of turf equipment and machinery.
AGRI 26101: Ag Policy
Common Course Number
AGRI 26101
This course will provide an overview of the direct impacts on agricultural businesses of the federal farm bill and interpreting governmental agencies. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AGRI 27101: Ag Cooperatives
Common Course Number
AGRI 27101
This course will provide an overview of the history, development and organizational structure of the various types of agricultural cooperatives.This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.
AGRI 28101: Ag Marketing
Common Course Number
AGRI 28101
This course will provide an overview of the processes, procedures and regulations involved in the marketing of agricultural crops. This course is designed to be beneficial to anyone in an agriculturally related field.