# Urban Farming Professional (Certificate of Achievement)

San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Agriculture

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/15604/15944/15945/15605/15754

### Summary

This certificate prepares students and professionals to establish and operate an organic urban farm business.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Urban Farming Professional Program will be able to:**

1.  Understand and explain the three facets of sustainability (economic, environmental and social) both in general and as they apply specifically to landscaping practices.
2.  Understand and explain the components of a food system.
3.  Design an organic urban farm that supports natural ecosystems, human health, and water conservation.
4.  Evaluate the soil food web.
5.  Create a crop plan that is appropriate for the southwest region.
6.  Identify plant disease and pests and incorporate integrated pest management and other organic strategies for a resilient food system.
7.  Demonstrate basic propagation techniques.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 27-30 |
| AGRI 100 | Principles of Sustainable Agriculture | 3 |
| AGRI 102 | Sustainable Urban Agricultural Practice | 3 |
| AGRI 104 | Sustainable Vegetable Production | 3 |
| AGRI 110 | Introduction to Fruit Tree Management | 3 |
| AGRI 114 | Plant Propagation | 3 |
| AGRI 116 | Drip Irrigation Basics | 2 |
| AGRI 125 | Introduction to Soil Science | 3 |
| AGRI 270 | Work Experience in Sustainable Urban Agriculture | 1-4 |
| BUSE 157 | Developing a Plan for the Small Business | 3 |
| BUSE 119 | Business Communications | 3 |