Agriculture

Mission Statement for Agricultural Operations Technology, BS 

Provide primary and advanced postsecondary agricultural courses and personal growth opportunities to those preparing for a 4-year agriculture degree and employment opportunities as progressive agricultural producers, agribusiness and natural resource managers and agricultural industry professionals. 

Learning Outcomes for Agricultural Operations Technology, BS 

Successful graduates of this program will have: 

- Students will apply key principles of management to the production of livestock.  

- Students will utilize soil, water, nutrient, and chemical resources as relevant to the crop production industry. 

- Students will utilize computer software and GPS/GIS systems for data analysis related to agricultural operations. 

- Students will apply key business and marketing principles to the operation of agribusiness enterprises. 

- Students will engage in analysis and discussion of a broad range of current issues related to agriculture and society.  

Mission Statement for Agriculture Technology, AAS 

Provide primary postsecondary agricultural courses and a 2-year agriculture degree featuring agricultural production, agricultural technologies and agribusiness to students preparing for careers related to farming and ranching, agricultural technology, agribusiness and for those wishing to continue their postsecondary agricultural education 

Learning Outcomes for Agricultural Technology, AAS 

Successful graduates of this program will have: 

- Students will apply primary principles of management to the production of beef and sheep. 

- Students will utilize soil, nutrient, and chemical resources as relevant to basic crop production.  

- Students will engage in analysis and discussion of a broad range of current issues related to agriculture and society.   

Mission Statement for Applied Agriculture, minor 

Provide primary and advanced agriculture coursework for students seeking a minor that will complement and enhance an allied 4-year degree program and broaden their career opportunities in agriculture. 
 

Learning Outcomes for Applied Agriculture, minor 

Successful graduates of this program will have: 

- Students will engage in analysis and discussion of a broad range of current issues related to agriculture and society. 

- Students will demonstrate a broad understanding of the basic principles of animal and plant science as they relate to agriculture context. 

- Students will utilize computer software for basic data analysis as it applied to agribusiness management.  

Learning Outcomes for Agricultural Mechanics Technology, AAS 

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to: 

- Apply basic diagnostic and repair procedures for machine systems and components. 

- Apply basic diagnostic and repair procedures for hydraulic systems. 

- Compare and contrast design and efficiency factors among major agricultural equipment manufacturers.  

- Use computer-based resources to diagnose and repair on and off-highway equipment. 

- Use diagnostic devices to communicate with equipment and machine controllers. 

- Work within current industry safety guidelines and standards to ensure a safe working environment. 

- Use written communication to analyze and communicate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner. 

- Effectively teach end users how to utilize machine settings and maximize machine efficiency.