# Plant Science and Sustainable Agriculture (Certificate of Achievement)

Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Agriculture and Natural Resources

Source: https://catalog.vvc.edu/degrees-certificates/agriculture-natural-resources/plant-science-sustainable-agriculture-ca/

**State Control Number:** 38516  
**Program Code:** AGNR.PLSC.CA  
**Program Length:** 10 months  
**Approved for Federal Financial Aid:** Yes

Prepares students with the best management practices, technology and skills to enter plant science related careers which include: Sustainable food production and processing, Agriculture and Conservation Extension Officers; Agricultural Food Inspectors; Ecological Restoration Technicians, Farm, Ranch and Aquaculture Managers; Irrigation Designers and Installers; Golf Course and Turf Grass Managers; Irrigation and Fertilizer Industry Sales Representatives; Environmental Science/Natural Resource Management Technicians; Nursery and Greenhouse Technicians and Managers; Organic Practices Advisors, Park and Wildlife Managers; Pest Control Technicians and Advisors; Plant Propagators and Growers; Water Management and Conservation Technicians; Soils and Water Analysis Lab Technicians; and City, Country Club and Botanic Garden Horticulturists. Emerging technologies in integrated pest management (IPM), natural soil management, hydro-culture, ecological restoration and water management are emphasized. Students receive training and are encouraged to take the Pest Control Advisor (PCA) industry certification exam. This certificate also serves as a good crossover for students wishing to enter a natural resource management career.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | |  |
| AGNR 120 | Intro to Pest Management and Arthropods | 3.0 |
| AGNR 122 | Plant Propagation and Greenhouse Production | 3.0 |
| AGNR 123 | Introduction to Plant Science | 4.0 |
| AGNR 131 | Introduction to Soil Science | 4.0 |
| AGNR 141 | Plant Materials and Usage II | 3.0 |
| AGNR 175 | Sustainable Agriculture, Environment and Society | 3.0 |
| **Total Units** | | **20** |

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