Integrated Agricultural Science & Technology

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Associate of Applied Science: Integrated Agricultural Science & Technology

AAS Degree: 91 credits. Advising Guide

Career Description

The Integrated Agriculture program provides a solid foundation in varying agricultural career fields, including: Precision Agriculture and Farm Technology; Plant, Soil, and Crop Science; Agribusiness and Sales; and Environmental and Quality Control. Some of the job titles that graduates of this program would be qualified to pursue include:

  • Precision Agriculture Technician
  • Agricultural Drone Operator
  • GIS/Mapping Technician
  • Crop Scout / Field Consultant
  • Soil and Plant Testing Technician
  • Farm / Orchard Assistant Manager
  • Agricultural Equipment Sales/Service
  • Seed and Fertilizer Sales Representative
  • Co-op or Elevator Operations Assistant
  • Soil and Water Conservation Technician
  • Agricultural Inspector
  • Quality Control (QC) Technician

In addition, the program develops leadership skills that can help individuals who want to upgrade their knowledge and abilities in order to earn advancement in their current situation.

Course of Study

The Integrated Agricultural Science & Technology AAS degree includes industry relevant curriculum that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies in traditional farm management and operations, as well as new precision agricultural methods that include use of drones and autonomous vehicles. Elective tracks allow students to choose to focus on business and leadership, science, or mechanics. The program emphasizes hands-on experiences, providing opportunities to engage with local orchardists and farmers in community-based learning projects and practicums.

The degree has as its foundation two less-than-one-year certificates which may be taken in any order: Agricultural Management (38 credits), and Precision Agriculture (34 credits). Agricultural Management covers the fundamentals of crop growth and development coupled with an overview of basics in agricultural management / operations, use and maintenance of traditional farm machinery, pest management, and the science around climate-smart farming. Precision Agriculture explores new technologies related to drone and autonomous vehicle deployment, including routing, implementation, data acquisition and analysis, and the use of geographic information systems. All coursework in these two certificates applies to the AAS degree. An additional 19 credits of General Education are required to earn the 91 credit AAS.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be able to:

  1. Apply safe practices in all agricultural work activities.
  2. Apply knowledge of plant life-cycles, soil maintenance, and irrigation needs in the management of crops.
  3. Develop sustainable action plans that address energy and climate related issues in agriculture.
  4. Identify and apply the appropriate interventions to mitigate plant, fungi, and animal pests.
  5. Operate drones and autonomous vehicles for mission planning and data acquisition.
  6. Process and evaluate remote sensing imagery and GIS data to enable the development of a comprehensive agricultural plan.
  7. Apply a business mindset to the operation of agricultural enterprises.
  8. Work independently and as part of a team in an agricultural job setting.
  9. Provide effective leadership that utilizes both verbal and written communication.

Prerequisites

  • MTH 65 Beginning Algebra (4 credits), or MTH 98 Quantitative Math (4 credits), or MTH 95 Intermediate Algebra (4 credits), or equivalent placement
  • WR 115 Introduction to Expository Writing (4 credits) or equivalent placement

Course Map

Sequence shown is a recommended plan for full-time enrollment. Scheduling requirements may prevent all courses from being offered every term. Students must meet with an academic advisor to map their specific degree plan.

Starting with Agricultural Management

CourseCredits
AG 101 Introduction to Agriculture3 credits
AG 102 Agricultural Safety3 credits
BA 101Z Introduction to Business4 credits
WR 121Z Composition I4 credits
HE 113 First Aid & CPR/AED Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers1 credit
Total15 credits

CourseCredits
AG 103 Agricultural Operations & Management I3 credits
AG 104 Introduction to Fruit Crop & Dryland Wheat3 credits
Agricultural Management Electives 14 credits
MTH 105Z Math in Society or
MTH 111Z Precalculus I: Functions		4 credits
Total14 credits
1 Agricultural Management Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Science Track
    • BI 101 Biology (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BI 221Z Principles of Biology: Cells (F, W, SP, SU) (5 credits)
    • CH 121 General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors (F, W, SP) (5 credits)
    • G 184 Global Climate Change (SP) (4 credits)
    • ESR 140 Introduction to Environmental Sustainability (W) (4 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 203 Agricultural Operations & Management II3 credits
AG 204 Alternative Farming Models3 credits
AG 206 Agricultural Management Capstone3 credits
Agricultural Management Electives 14 credits
COMM 111Z Public Speaking4 credit
Total17 credits
1 Agricultural Management Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Science Track
    • BI 101 Biology (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BI 221Z Principles of Biology: Cells (F, W, SP, SU) (5 credits)
    • CH 121 General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors (F, W, SP) (5 credits)
    • G 184 Global Climate Change (SP) (4 credits)
    • ESR 140 Introduction to Environmental Sustainability (W) (4 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 105 Precision Agriculture - Basics3 credits
AG 106 Introduction to Drone Operations & Autonomous Vehicles in Agriculture4 credits
GS 109 Physical Science (Meteorology)4 credits
SPA 101Z First-year Spanish I4 credits
Total15 credits

CourseCredits
AG 201 Integrated Pest Management4 credits
AG 205 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing4 credits
Precision Agriculture Electives 24 credits
SPA 102Z First-year Spanish II4 credits
Total16 credits
2 Precision Agriculture Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Mechanics Track
    • MFG 195 Welding Technology I (F) (3 credits)
    • MEC 120 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (W) (5 credits)
    • MEC 124 Mechatronic Systems in Advanced Manufacturing (SP) (3 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 202 Advanced Farm Management Systems3 credits
AG 207 Precision Agriculture Capstone3 credits
Precision Agriculture Electives 24 credits
SPA 103Z First-year Spanish III4 credits
Total14 credits
2 Precision Agriculture Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Mechanics Track
    • MFG 195 Welding Technology I (F) (3 credits)
    • MEC 120 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (W) (5 credits)
    • MEC 124 Mechatronic Systems in Advanced Manufacturing (SP) (3 credits)

RequirementsCredits
Agriculture (AG)42
Agricultural Management Electives8
Precision Agriculture Electives8
Business Administration (BA)4
Mathematics (MTH)4
Writing (WR)4
Communication (COMM)4
Health Education (HE)1
General Science (GS)4
Spanish (SPA)12

Course Map

Sequence shown is a recommended plan for full-time enrollment. Scheduling requirements may prevent all courses from being offered every term. Students must meet with an academic advisor to map their specific degree plan.

Starting with Precision Agriculture

CourseCredits
AG 105 Precision Agriculture - Basics3 credits
AG 106 Introduction to Drone Operations & Autonomous Vehicles in Agriculture4 credits
BA 101Z Introduction to Business4 credits
WR 121Z Composition I4 credits
HE 113 First Aid & CPR/AED Professional Rescuers/Healthcare Providers1 credit
Total16 credits

CourseCredits
AG 201 Integrated Pest Management4 credits
AG 205 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing4 credits
Precision Agriculture Electives 14 credits
MTH 105Z Math in Society or
MTH 111Z Precalculus I: Functions		4 credits
Total16 credits
1 Precision Agriculture Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Mechanics Track
    • MFG 195 Welding Technology I (F) (3 credits)
    • MEC 120 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (W) (5 credits)
    • MEC 124 Mechatronic Systems in Advanced Manufacturing (SP) (3 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 202 Advanced Farm Management Systems3 credits
AG 207 Precision Agriculture Capstone3 credits
Precision Agriculture Electives 14 credits
COMM 111Z Public Speaking4 credit
Total14 credits
1 Precision Agriculture Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Mechanics Track
    • MFG 195 Welding Technology I (F) (3 credits)
    • MEC 120 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (W) (5 credits)
    • MEC 124 Mechatronic Systems in Advanced Manufacturing (SP) (3 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 101 Introduction to Agriculture3 credits
AG 102 Agricultural Safety3 credits
GS 109 Physical Science (Meteorology)4 credits
SPA 101Z First-year Spanish I4 credits
Total14 credits

CourseCredits
AG 103 Agricultural Operations & Management I3 credits
AG 104 Introduction to Fruit Crop & Dryland Wheat3 credits
Agricultural Management Electives 24 credits
SPA 102Z First-year Spanish II4 credits
Total14 credits
2 Agricultural Management Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Science Track
    • BI 101 Biology (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BI 221Z Principles of Biology: Cells (F, W, SP, SU) (5 credits)
    • CH 121 General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors (F, W, SP) (5 credits)
    • G 184 Global Climate Change (SP) (4 credits)
    • ESR 140 Introduction to Environmental Sustainability (W) (4 credits)

CourseCredits
AG 203 Agricultural Operations & Management II3 credits
AG 204 Alternative Farming Models3 credits
AG 206 Agricultural Management Capstone3 credits
Agricultural Management Electives 24 credits
SPA 103Z First-year Spanish III4 credits
Total14 credits
2 Agricultural Management Electives:
  • Business & Leadership Track
    • FYE 100 College Planning and Survival Skills (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BA 131 Introduction to Business Technology (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 206 Management Fundamentals (SP) (3 credits)
    • BA 208 Business Ethics (W) (4 credits)
    • BA 228 QuickBooks for Business (W) (3 credits)
    • COMM 215 Small Group Communication: Process & Theory (varied) (4 credits)
  • Science Track
    • BI 101 Biology (F, W, SP, SU) (4 credits)
    • BI 221Z Principles of Biology: Cells (F, W, SP, SU) (5 credits)
    • CH 121 General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors (F, W, SP) (5 credits)
    • G 184 Global Climate Change (SP) (4 credits)
    • ESR 140 Introduction to Environmental Sustainability (W) (4 credits)

RequirementsCredits
Agriculture (AG)42
Agricultural Management Electives8
Precision Agriculture Electives8
Business Administration (BA)4
Mathematics (MTH)4
Writing (WR)4
Communication (COMM)4
Health Education (HE)1
General Science (GS)4
Spanish (SPA)12

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