Agriculture Science, Education, and Management

Program description

The Agriculture Science, Education, and Management Degree at Shasta College provides training for ranching, farming, agriculture production, and related careers in vocational education, sales, services, and distribution of agriculture-related products. In the core courses, students will receive a broad-based knowledge of agriculture, agri-business management, and sustainable agricultural production practices. The three options provide students with an opportunity to customize their degree program in Agriculture Education option, Agriculture Science option, or the Farm, Ranch, and Wildland Management option. A hands-on approach provides students with realistic training and education in livestock husbandry, crop production, farm and land management, and equipment operations and repair.

This degree is approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. Upon satisfactory completion of all degree requirements and filing an application for graduation with Admissions and Records, the student’s transcript will reflect completion of this degree.

Program learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this degree, the student should be able to:

1. Describe the development and dissemination of modern agricultural technologies and land use practices.
2. Explain the principles of crop rotation and demonstrate the ability to develop a simple crop rotation plan.
3. Articulate problems and ask critical questions concerning agricultural sustainability.
4. Address complex agricultural problems by using systems thinking and other approaches.
5. Describe the principles and practices used to enhance and maintain biological diversity in an agricultural environment.
6. Evaluate the role of soil fertility in an ecological production system.

Degree requirements

Associate in Science Degree Requirements