This certificate will demonstrate students skills in the basics of Agriculture Science in order to help them obtain employment or transfer to a university. Contact the division office in the Agriculture Building on east campus for advising assistance.
| 2016-17 | 2017-18 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CB 01: COURSE DEPT/NO | CB 02: COURSE TITLE | SECTIONS OFFERED (ANNUAL) | ENROLLMENT TOTAL (ANNUAL) | SECTIONS OFFERED (ANNUAL) | ENROLLMENT TOTAL (ANNUAL) |
| | |||||
| AG 115 | Introduction to Agricultural Education & Careers | 6 | 130 | 6 | 130 |
| AG 249 | Agriculture Internship | 2 | 48 | 2 | 48 |
| AG 259ABCD | Agricultural Work Experience | 2 | 60 | 2 | 60 |
| PLSC 200 | Introduction to Plant Science | 10 | 300 | 10 | 300 |
| NR 200 | Soils | 10 | 300 | 10 | 300 |
| AGM 200 | Introduction to Mechanical Technology | 2 | 50 | 2 | 50 |
| AGEC 225 | Agriculture Computer Applications | 2 | 50 | 2 | 50 |
| ENSCI 108 | Environmental Conservation | 7 | 210 | 7 | 210 |
| NR 222 | Native Tree and Shrub Identification | 1 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| AGM 230 | Field Surveying | 1 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| AGM 215 | Machinery Management | 1 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| EHS 276 | Landscape Maintenance | 1 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
The Modesto Junior College Agricultural Science Certificate is part of the overall comprehensive MJC Agriculture Program, this will increase the number, preparation and technical expertise of individuals working with agriculture in all areas including: water management, livestock management, feeds and feeding, ecosystem diversity, land use, resource efficiency,and enhance on-farm water conservation. The goals match those listed in the Education Code 66010.4, specifically section 1a, 2a and 3. The Agricultural Science impacts every industry in the California. Agriculture is one of the two largest consumers of fresh water (accounting for 39.9% of water use compared to4.3% for domestic use). The Water sector provides economic vitality to the Valley and is a critical component of public health and overall daily life.(source: Center of Excellence, Water Sector Profile 2013). Over the last several decades, evolving technology has changed the way industries that operate in California conduct business, thereby impacting skill requirements of technicians. New technology has created a skills gap as it develops more quickly than the industry can keep up with. Efficiency and conservation are critical, creating a need for technicians with state-of-the-art skills. New technologies that enables remote monitoring, designs and projections, and increased management will be embedded in the development of certificates and degrees found in the Agricultural Science Program at Modesto Junior College.These programs and services fulfill a primary mission of the college, career and technical education.
To earn a Certificate of Achievement in this major, the student must complete all courses listed in required courses category below. All required courses in the program must be completed with a Cor better.
| Required Courses: | |||||||||
| PREFIX | SEQUENCE (SEMESTER) | COURSE NAME | UNITS | ||||||
| Complete 5 Units | |||||||||
| AG 115 | [ 1 ] | Introduction to Agricultural Education & Careers | 1 | ||||||
| AG 259 ABCD | [2,3 ] | Agriculture Work Experience | 4 | ||||||
| AG 249 | [ 4 ] | Agriculture Internship ( or substitute ) | 4 | ||||||
| Agriculture Science Breadth Courses - Complete 9 units | |||||||||
| PLSC 200 | [ 1, 2 ] | Introduction to Plant Science | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 200 | [ 1, 2 ] | Introduction to Animal Science | 3 | ||||||
| NR 200 | [ 2, 3 ] | Soils | 3 | ||||||
| AGM 200 | [ 2, 3 ] | Introduction to Mechanical Technology | 3 | ||||||
| AGEC 225 | [ 2, 3, 4 ] | Agriculture Computer Applications | 3 | ||||||
| AGEC 210 | [ 3, 4 ] | Elements of Agricultural Economics ( or substitute ) | 3 | ||||||
| AGEC 200 | [ 3, 4 ] | Agriculture Accounting and Analysis ( or substitute ) | 3 | ||||||
| Agriculture Major Courses - Complete 9 units from below | |||||||||
| AGM 210 | [ 3, 4 ] | Agricultural Welding | 3 | ||||||
| EHS 280 | [2,3] | Principles of Floral Art & Design | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 201 | [2,3,4] | Beef Cattle Science | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 202 | [2, 3, 4] | Swine Science | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 203 | [2, 3, 4] | Sheep Science | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 230 | [2, 3, 4] | Poultry Science | 3 | ||||||
| EHS 210 | [2, 3, 4] | Introduction to Environmental Horticulture Science | 3 | ||||||
| PLSC 230 | [1, 2, 3, 4] | Fruit Science | 3 | ||||||
| ANSC 220 | [ 3, 4 ] | Dairy Industry/ Dairy Science | 3 | ||||||
| Total Units | 14 | ||||||||
April Farkas · 11/27/18
Incorrect documentation uploaded for the LMI data. Correct document has been uploaded under "Supplemental Documents".