{
  "college": "yuba-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "AG",
  "name": "Agriculture",
  "sourceUrl": "https://yc.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Yuba-College-Catalog-26.pdf#page=58",
  "courses": [
    {
      "code": "AG-4",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "4",
      "title": "Introduction to Agricultural Business",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [
        "AG-AB 104"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "Provides a basic understanding of the business and economics of the agricultural industry; an introduction to the economic aspects of agriculture and their implications for the agricultural producer, consumer and the food system; management principles encountered in the day-to-day operation of an agricultural enterprise as they relate to the decision making process. Grades are P/NP Option.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/yuba-college/schedule/fall-2026/ag/#ag-4",
          "subject": "AG"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-7",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "7",
      "title": "Agricultural Entrepreneurship",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU"
      ],
      "description": "Principles of establishing and managing a small business in agriculture, including the preparation of a business plan; emphasis on goal-setting, types of agriculture business organizations, obtaining licenses and permits, financing options, accounting aspects, legal requirements, managing the agriculture enterprise, and other aspects in agricultural entrepreneurship. Grades are P/NP Option.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-45",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "45",
      "title": "Principles of Animal Science",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [
        "AG-AS 104"
      ],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "A scientific approach to the livestock industry encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and epidemiology. Emphasis on the origin, characteristics, adaptations and contributions of livestock to the modern agriculture industry. Field trips may be required.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/yuba-college/schedule/fall-2026/ag/#ag-45",
          "subject": "AG"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-45A",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "45A",
      "title": "Principles of Animal Science Lab",
      "units": "1",
      "hours": "54 lab hours",
      "corequisite": "AG-45",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [
        "CSU",
        "UC"
      ],
      "description": "Laboratory to accompany Principles of Animal Science (AG 45). A scientific lab approach to the livestock industry encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and epidemiology. Experimental design and reporting, animal dissections, basic animal handling and husbandry practices, recognition of animal health, and use of biotechnology in animal science will also be addressed.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-60",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "60",
      "title": "Preparing for 21st Century Agricultural Workforce",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Students learn to critically evaluate and assess the agricultural job market and jobs in the future as it relates to career field opportunities. Students will learn how to evaluate skills, interests, and identify training and/or education pathways through agriculture career explorations. Grades are P/NP Option.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-65",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "65",
      "title": "Introduction to Agriculture Technology",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "An analysis of current and trending technologies and basic trades used in agriculture industry today. Emphasis on basic mechanical skills, basic electricity, instrumentation, automation, welding, machining, process improvement, basic drafting, construction and safety management. Emphasizes a proactive approach to project planning, problem solving, and thinking critically. Grades are P/NP Option.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "AG-70",
      "subject": "AG",
      "number": "70",
      "title": "Precision Farming Systems",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "54 lecture hours",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Provides a background in the tools of precision farming, including: GPS, GIS, VRT, precision planters, yield monitoring, robotics and drones, and their use on modern farms. Previews basic functions and provides practical experience with hands on computer activities in several disciplines. Data management and evaluation will also be covered. Basic drone maneuvers will be covered utilizing simulator software. Grades are P/NP Option.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": []
    }
  ]
}