This degree program prepares students to work with agricultural industries such as food, fiber, and animal research, production, and processing; under supervision, conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects. Students may prepare for careers in crop production and natural resource conservation roles. Graduates may seek employment in areas such as crop management, consulting, agronomy, farm management, and other agricultural careers.
Location:
Austin
Program Starts:
Fall Course Plan:
Four Semesters Faculty: Wayne Busch
Required Core Courses
AGSC1010
Introduction to Agronomy
3 CR
AGSC1020
Introduction to Soil Science
3 CR
AGSC1030
Crop Production
4 CR
AGSC2010
Intro to Precision Agriculture, Geographic Info & Global Positioning System
4 CR
AGSC1050
Introduction to Animal Science
3 CR
AGBS2000
Introduction to Agribusiness Management
3 CR
MnTC General Education Courses (45 credits)
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Goal 1 - Communication(ENGL1101 or 1102 and a SPCH1100 is required)
Goal 4 - Mathematical/Logical ReasoningRequired: MATH 1110
3 CR
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Goal 5 - History and the Social & Behavioral Sciences
9 CR
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Goal 6 - Humanities and Fine ArtsRequired: PHIL 1130
9 CR
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Goal 7 - Human Diversity
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Goal 8 - Global PerspectiveRequired: ECON 2291 or ECON 2292
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Goal 9 - Ethical & Civic ResponsibilityRequired: PHIL 1110
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Goal 10 - People and the Environment
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Physical Education/Health
1 CR
CCLS1000
First Year Experience
1 CR
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Additional electives
2-6 CR
For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please
visit the
Agricultural Science Concentration
program page at riverland.edu.