Agriculture: Animal and Plant Science
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
First Semester
| Number | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Animal Science | 4 | |
| Farm Practicum I | 1 | |
| Botany | 4 | |
| Live Animal Evaluation | 1 | |
| Writing Studies | 3 | |
| Global & Diverse Perspectives | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Second Semester
| Number | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy Cattle Production I OR | 3 | |
| Livestock Mgmt & Production | 3 | |
| Soils | 4 | |
| Dom Animal Anat & Phys | 4 | |
| Farm Practicum II | 1 | |
| Public Speaking | 3 | |
| XXXX xxx3 | Agricultural Elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Entrance Requirements
Required
- Algebra
Recommended
- Algebra 2
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Geometry
In this program, you’ll gain direct, hands-on experience in both animal and plant systems while building technical knowledge in animal husbandry, crops, soils, and growing conditions. You’ll analyze and compare agricultural management systems, locate and apply reliable production data, and sharpen your communication skills through industry-ready writing and speaking. Training also emphasizes critical thinking to support sustainable decisions in dairy, soil, and crop production.
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