Plant Science PLSCI

PLSCI-20 Principles of Plant Science

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

AG-PS 106

Principles of plant growth including structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth media, and biological competitors.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

PLSCI-20A Principles of Plant Science Lab

Units

1

Hours

54 lab hours

Corequisite

PLSCI-20

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

AG-PS 106L

Lab course designed to complement PLSCI 20. Topics include microscope use, internal and external plant structures, photosynthesis, respiration, and other aspects of plant growth and development.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

PLSCI-22 Introduction To Soils

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

AG-PS 128L

C-ID AG-PS 128L requires PLSCI 22 and PLSCI 22A

Physical, chemical and biological properties of soils as related to plant growth and soil formation; the study of soil development, classification and characteristics; soil use and management including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology. Grades are P/NP Option.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

PLSCI-22A Introduction To Soils Lab

Units

1

Hours

54 lab hours

Corequisite

PLSCI-22

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

AG-PS 128L

C-ID AG-PS 128L requires PLSCI 22 and PLSCI 22A

Laboratory to accompany Introduction to Soils (PLSCI 22). Physical, chemical and biological properties of soils as related to plant growth and soil formation. Includes the study of soil development; classification and characteristics; and soil use and management, including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.