Sustainable Agriculture
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Sustainable Agriculture program focuses on hands-on skills in sustainable agriculture, agribusiness, and urban farming.
Details
Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Sustainable Agriculture (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5886
Total credits required
25-28
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Utilize computer applications relevant to the field for communication, production decisions, business management and cost analysis. (AGB130)
- Synthesize multiple sources of information to assist in decision making relative to agricultural business planning and operations. (AGB130,AGS217,)
- Effectively plant, maintain and harvest crops by synthesizing principles of plant growth and responses to particular soils, climate, sun exposure, water availability, nutrients, and pests. (AGS164, AGS260, AGS217, AGS262, AGS268)
- Demonstrate professional behaviors and abide by norms and conventions appropriate to the field. (AGB130, AGS164, AGS265, AGS260, AGS262)
- Employ effective oral, written, and visual communication skills in a culturally sensitive and responsive manner. (AGB130, AGS164, AGS260, AGS262)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 25-28 | |
| AGB130 | Establishing and Running an Agribusiness | 3 |
| AGS164 | Plant Growth and Development | 4 |
| AGS217 | Introduction to Hydroponics and Controlled Environment Agriculture | 4 |
| AGS260 | Soils | 4 |
| AGS262 | Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting | 3 |
| AGS265 | Crops Science and Production | 3 |
| AGS268 | Integrated Pest Management in the Cultivated Environment | 4 |
| CHM130 | Fundamental Chemistry (3) OR | |
| Permission of Program Director | 0-3 | |
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