Agriculture Production

Classes

AGP 101 : Orientation to Agricultural Occupations

This course is an exploration of work relating to agriculture. Topics include job opportunities, working conditions, and educational requirements. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the agricultural industry, employment opportunities and related requirements.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

As required by program

AGP 130 : Poultry Production

This course focuses on the basic technical aspects of poultry production. Topics include housing, growing contacts, heating and cooling, nutrition, economics, and poultry health. Upon course completion, students will be able to develop a poultry production and marketing plan.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

As required by program

AGP 152 : Agricultural Equipment Repair and Maintenance

This course focuses on the repair and maintenance of agricultural equipment. Emphasis is placed on welding and other mechanical practices pertaining to small engines, tractors, implements and harvesters. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic repair and maintenance procedures on agricultural equipment.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

AGP 291 : Cooperative Education in Agricultural Production

This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

Credits

3