| Class: Introduction to Agricultural Science |
| Grade: 9,10, 11, 12 |
| Description:This orientation course provides the 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. Basic concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, natural resources, agribusiness management, agricultural biotechnology, food science technology and environmental science will be presented. Prerequisite: Open to any freshman or sophomore. Juniors and seniors may enroll with approval from the instructor. |
| Class:Basic Agricultural Mechanics |
| Grade: 9, 10, 11 |
| Description:In this course, theory and hands-on experiences provide opportunities for students to develop basic knowledge and skills in agricultural mechanics. Instructional areas include the basic electricity, welding, construction, cold metal work, and operating agricultural equipment safely. Prerequisite: Open to any freshman or sophomore. Juniors and seniors may enroll with approval from the instructor. |
| Class:Agricultural Construction and Technology |
| Grade:11,12 |
| Descripton: This advanced course focuses on the knowledge, hands-on skills, and work place skills applicable to construction in the agricultural industry. Major units of instruction include: personal safety, hand tools, power tools, blue print reading, surveying, construction skills in carpentry, plumbing, electricity, concrete, block laying, drywall and painting. Prerequisite: Open to any junior or senior who has completed Basic Ag Mechanics. |
| Class: Horticulture Science |
| Grade: 10, 11, 12 |
| Description: This class is designed to give students a basic understanding of the horticultural industry. Students will engage in learning activities in the classroom, the greenhouse, and landscaped areas surrounding the building. Students will be introduced to plant types, physiology, reproduction, care and maintenance. Greenhouse management, marketing horticultural products will also be studied. Students will be involved in the planting, raising, marketing, and selling of flowers and vegetable plants. Prerequisite: Open to any sophomore, junior, or senior who has successfully completed Introduction to Agriculture or has consent from the instructor. |
| Class: Pre-veterinary Studies |
| Grade: 10, 11, 12 |
| Description: This class is designed to introduce students to the breeds, characteristics, care, nutrition and health problems related to both small and large animals. Topics studied the first semester include introduction to small animals, marketing small animals, animal rights and welfare, careers related to small animals, nutrition and digestion in small animals, dogs, cats, rabbits, and equine. Topics studied the second semester will include introduction of breeds, nutrition, health, and marketing of beef, dairy, swine, sheep, and equine. Prerequisite: Open to any sophomore, junior, or senior who has successfully completed Introduction to Agriculture or has consent of the instructor. |
| Class: Agribusiness Management |
| Grade: 11, 12 |
| Description: This is a training level course that will help the students’ understanding of the agricultural industry relating to the United States and World marketplace. Instructional units include: marketing and trading of agricultural products, international agriculture, imports and exports, agricultural law, taxes, governmental regulations and policies, and advanced computerized record keeping. Prerequisite: Open to any junior or senior who has completed Basic Ag Mechanics. |


