Agri-Hort Technology, AAS

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Outcomes

Compare and contrast basic theories, concepts, and terminology used in agriculture/horticulture.

Demonstrate knowledge of sustainable agricultural/horticultural practices.

Demonstrate skill in the use of equipment, tools, environmental controls, and computers as they relate to the agricultural/horticultural field.

Diagnose plant disease and pest problems, and recommend management options.

Explain basic plant growth principles and how they relate to the propagation, production, use, and maintenance of plant materials.

Identify and practice safety, environmental protection, workplace ethics, and leadership skills in the workplace.

Program Overview

The Agri-Hort Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and fundamental skills to work in a field related to agriculture and/or horticulture. This program is designed to meet the needs of students entering into the career field and those students looking to update their career skills.

Program Requirements

Major Courses

AGHT 1013Integrated Pest Management

3 Credits

AGHT 1024Engineering Applications

4 Credits

AGRC 1624Soil Science

4 Credits

AGRC 1724Plant Science

4 Credits

AGHT 2012Internship

2 Credits

or

AGHT 2022Special Topics

2 Credits

BSNS 1553Introduction to Business

3 Credits

or

BSNS 2113Small Business Management

3 Credits

COSC 1513Introduction to Information Processing

3 Credits

ECON 1543Principles of Economics

3 Credits

or

ECON 1553Principles of Macroeconomics

3 Credits

and

ECON 1563Principles of Microeconomics

3 Credits

General education

BIOL 1504Principles of Biology

4 Credits

COMM 1553Introductory Speech

3 Credits

COMM 1603Business Communication

3 Credits

ENGL 1613English I

3 Credits

MATH 1103Technical Mathematics

3 Credits

Total Credit Hours:16

A higher level mathematics course can be substituted.

Electives

Choose 18 credits

Please see an advisor to select electives for your career goals.

For agriculture, choosing from these options is recommended: AGRC 1704, AGRC 1153, AGHT 1103, HORT 1023, WELD 1114, ELTR 1004, MAFT 1323, and/or HORT 1323.

For horticulture, choosing from these options is recommended: HORT 1513, AGHT 1103, HORT 1023, HORT 1173, HORT 1314, HORT 1323, and/or MAFT 1323.

AGHT 1103Introduction to Farmsteading

3 Credits

AGRC 1153Companion Animals

3 Credits

AGRC 1704Animal Science

4 Credits

ELTR 1004Fundamentals of Electricity

4 Credits

HORT 1023Plant Propagation

3 Credits

HORT 1173Greenhouse Operations

3 Credits

HORT 1314Landscape Plants and Design

4 Credits

HORT 1323Fruit and Vegetable Production

3 Credits

HORT 1513Introduction to Horticulture Science

3 Credits

MAFT 1323Lean and Quality Overview

3 Credits

WELD 1114Basic Welding

4 Credits

Total Credit Hours:18

Total Credit Hours: 60

Suggested Course Sequence

0-15 credit hours

AGRC 1724Plant Science

4 Credits

COSC 1513Introduction to Information Processing

3 Credits

ENGL 1613English I

3 Credits

MATH 1103Technical Mathematics

3 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

16-30 credit hours

AGRC 1624Soil Science

4 Credits

COMM 1603Business Communication

3 Credits

HORT 1023Plant Propagation

3 Credits

ECON 1543Principles of Economics

3 Credits

or

ECON 1553Principles of Macroeconomics

3 Credits

and

ECON 1563Principles of Microeconomics

3 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

31-45 credit hours

COMM 1553Introductory Speech

3 Credits

BSNS 1553Introduction to Business

3 Credits

or

BSNS 2113Small Business Management

3 Credits

BIOL 1504Principles of Biology

4 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

46-60+ credit hours

AGHT 1013Integrated Pest Management

3 Credits

AGHT 1024Engineering Applications

4 Credits

AGHT 2022Special Topics

2 Credits

or

AGHT 2012Internship

2 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

Technical Elective

3 Credits

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