| OPEN TO GRADES: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| PREREQUISITES: | None |
| LENGTH OF COURSE: | 1 year |
| CREDIT: | 1 credit/Elective |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: | This introductory course provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized; its major components; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national and international levels; and the scope and types of job opportunities in the agricultural field. Both agribusiness and production applications are presented. Basic concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, agricultural resources, agribusiness management and agricultural mechanics are included. Additionally, the student will be made aware of the opportunities for leadership development, awards, and scholarships through active participation in the FFA. Students will be required to start a record keeping program as discussed in the class. Microcomputer applications are introduced. |
| OPEN TO GRADES: | 10, 11, 12 |
| PREREQUISITES: | None |
| LENGTH OF COURSE: | 1 year |
| CREDIT: | 1 credit/Elective |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: | This second-year course builds on the basic skills and knowledge gained from the introductory course. Major units of instruction include advanced plant and soil science, advanced animal science and agricultural mechanics skills necessary for maintaining and repairing equipment and/or facilities. Applied math/science skills are stressed throughout the course. Micro-computer applications are utilized as they relate to each instructional unit. Students will be required to start or continue their record keeping program. |
| OPEN TO GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| PREREQUISITES: | None |
| LENGTH OF COURSE: | 1 year (if split due to conflicts, A is first semster, B is second) |
| CREDIT: | 1 credit/Elective |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: | This course will emphasize the principles and concepts are applicable to agribusiness operations. Students will be taught business skills related to sales, advertising, and marketing. Human relations skills will also be addressed. Additionally, skills dealing with repair, maintenance, and management of a broad scope of agricultural structures and equipment will be emphasized. Students will be required to start or continue their record keeping program. |
| OPEN TO GRADES: | 11, 12 |
| PREREQUISITES: | None |
| LENGTH OF COURSE: | 1 year |
| CREDIT: | 1 credit/Elective |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: | This course is designed to develop student skills in the areas of advanced agricultural business procedures: establishing, managing, financing, marketing, and advertising of agricultural products. It will also cover areas in law and insurance. Current and emerging agriculture technology and further development of human relations and communications skills will be covered. Students will be required to start or continue their record keeping program. |
Last updated: February 21, 2008