Agricultural Science Courses

06000 Introduction to Agriculture

Description: Student will gain introductory knowledge on several concepts within agriculture, focusing primarily on animal and plant production. Students will be assessed using projects, focusing on applying knowledge. 

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State Course:18001A001, Introduction to the Agriculture Industry

06010 Agricultural Science   

Description: Student will gain knowledge on concepts within agriculture from a scientific perspective, focusing primarily on animal and plant production. Students will be assessed using student designed exploratory labs, with emphasis on classroom content. 

Major Topics or Themes:  (additional topics may be covered)

State Course: 18003A001, Basic Agricultural Science  

 DC3602 DC Animal Science (BSAA)                                                                                  Dual Credit (Highland CC) Weighted

Description: Students will gain knowledge on principles of animal anatomy and physiology with a focus on livestock production and management. Throughout the course of the year students are also give several opportunities to gain hands on experience with animals through projects within the class. 

Major Topics or Themes:  (additional topics may be covered)

State Course: 03999A000, Life and Physical Sciences Other

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DC 0611 DC Horticulture Production and Management                                        Dual Credit (Highland CC) Weighted

Description: Students will be introduced to the science and art of growing fruits, flowers and ornamental plants. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in hand on labs, and projects within the greenhouse. 

Major Topics or Themes:  (additional topics may be covered)

• Greenhouse Management

• Landscape Design 

• Floriculture Design

• Propagation Methods

State Course: 18051A001, Horticulture Production and Management

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DC3615 DC Botany                                                                                                                       Dual Credit (Highland CC) Weighted

Credit earned in Botany will satisfy 1 year of science credit requirements.

Description: Students will gain knowledge on concepts of plant growth and reproduction. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in hand on labs, and projects within the greenhouse. 

Major Topics or Themes:  (additional topics may be covered)

• Plant Anatomy & Physiology

• Seed Germination Processes 

• Propagation Methods

State Course: 18051A002, Biological Science Applications in Agriculture (Plants)

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DC36310 DC Agribusiness                                                                                                            Dual Credit (Highland CC) Weighted

Description:  Agribusiness connects the business world with agriculture by teaching computer, marketing, finance, policy, and management skills to students.  Students are also introduced to business management in agriculture and develop business plans in order to solve local problems. 

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State Course: 18201A001, Agricultural Business Management

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DC06030 DC Animal Health                                                                                                            Dual Credit (Highland CC) Weighted

Description:  This course provides general knowledge on diseases and conditions affecting major livestock species. Major topics discussed in the course include, prevention of disease, herd health planning, responsible drug use, and the use of veterinary expertise. 

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State Course: 18101A002, Animal Science 

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09830 Work Based Learning                                                                                                          

Description:  Work Based Learning courses allow for students to earn high school credit for work experience in fields related to a students’ career interest.  Students will need to meet once a week with the school teacher at their high school and secure a job that will result in the student working 60 hours of workplace experience during the semester.  The classroom instruction allows for discussion of relevant topics that are responsive to the workplace experience and employability skill development. 

Major Topics or Themes:  (additional topics may be covered)

State Course: TBD