Agriculture

Overview

Animal Science

The Animal Science Associate of Applied Science degree is designed to prepare students for a career in the agricultural profession or for transfer to a university Bachelor of Applied Science degree program. It focuses on the science of livestock production and management.

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Identify and conceptualize all aspects of animal science including the economic, environmental, and global impact on animal production programs.

• Implement sound range management practices and describe the importance of animal nutrition, genetics, and reproductive physiology to ensure sustainable animal production.

• Develop appropriate animal feeding systems for agricultural and companion animals.

• Communicate in a professional manner using written and verbal language to apply language, math and technology for animal science.

Crop Science

The Crop Science Associate of Applied Science degree exposes students to the operations of various organizations comprising agriculture in Cochise County. Students learn about crop production through the study, in both theory and practice, of biology and chemistry, crop science, soil science, entomology, range management, natural resources management, and sustainability

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate an understanding of plant species and varieties.

• Explain what factors dictate crop yield.

• Demonstrate an understanding of plant breeding and various methods used in the agronomy industry.

• Identify and apply diagnostic clues used to determine causal agents of pest problems.

• Identify different classes and orders of insects according to their characteristics.

• Explain the impact that insects may have on businesses, the economy, and the environment.

• Explain the uses of different herbicides and fertilizers.

• Demonstrate an understanding of integrated pest management.

• Demonstrate an understanding of crop seasonality.

• Identify different business models used by crop consultants when entering the business world.

Horticulture Science

The Horticulture Science Certificate will examine key aspects of nursery, greenhouse and landscape horticulture in Southeast Arizona. Focusing on landscape plants in the arid southwest, the certificate includes courses in basic crop and soil sciences, insects and diseases of ornamental and vegetable plants.

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate knowledge of plant growth principles, processes, and functions, including reproduction and environmental influences for improving plant growth.

• Summarize the sustainability principles, practices, and methods for producing greenhouse and nursery crops including comprehension of insect management, plant diseases and weeds related to plant health.

• Identify and recommend plants for various landscape uses.

• Apply proper propagation techniques for native and introduced plants commonly used in arid southwest landscapes.

• Describe methods for determining soil fertility, plant nutrient deficiencies, and soil fertility improvement processes.

Viticulture

The Viticulture Certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for various careers in the grape growing industry. Classroom instruction, laboratory, and field applications of viticulture principles and practices are included in the program of study.

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Design a site for vitis vinifera production.

• Maintain crop health.

• Grow wine grapes.

Admissions Requirements

There are no special admissions requirements for this program.

Degree Maps

Degree & Certificates

• Animal Science - AAS Degree - Transfer (Catalog)
• Animal Science - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
• Crop Science - AAS Degree (Catalog)
• Crop Science - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
• Horticulture Science - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
• Viticulture - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)