AGRICULTURE PLANT SCIENCE

The Associate in Science in Agriculture Plant Science for Transfer degree (AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science) prepares students to transfer to the CSU system, as well as other universities, in an Agriculture Plant Science major. Students that earn the AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science will complete lower-division major requirements for a baccalaureate degree in Agriculture Plant Science.

The AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science is designated for students wanting an in-depth knowledge of the core agriculture plant science fundamentals emphasizing soil science, chemistry, economics, statistics, and plant science as they apply to agriculture plant science. This knowledge and skill set comprise the components necessary to work successfully within an industrial society and free enterprise system.

The Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) is a special degree offered at California Community Colleges. Students who earn an AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed admission to a campus within the California State University (CSU) system in a similar major, although not necessarily to a specific campus. Students who complete an AA-T or AS-T are given priority consideration when applying to a particular program that is similar to the student’s community college major and will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors. Students who are planning to pursue an AA-T or AS-T are strongly advised to meet with a counselor for additional information about this transfer program.

The Cuesta College AS-T degree in Agriculture Plant Science requires:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

(3) Earn a “C” or better grade in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Assess the physical chemical, and biological properties of soils and understand their formation and why they are reservoirs for nutrients, water, and microscopic life.
2. Differentiate between soil types in order to effectively manage their physical, chemical, and biological properties to insure sustained productivity