Agriculture: Animal and Plant Science
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
First Semester
| Number | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANSC 1204 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| AGRI 1001 | Farm Practicum I | 1 |
| BIOL 1304 | Botany | 4 |
| AGRI 3351 | Live Animal Evaluation | 1 |
| COMP 1503 | Writing Studies | 3 |
| GLST 2113 | Global & Diverse Perspectives | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Second Semester
| Number | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANSC 3203 | Dairy Cattle Production I OR | 3 |
| ANSC 3103 | Livestock Mgmt & Production | 3 |
| AGPS 1104 | Soils | 4 |
| ANSC 2114 | Dom Animal Anat & Phys | 4 |
| AGRI 2001 | Farm Practicum II | 1 |
| SPCH 1083 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| XXXX xxx3 | Agricultural Elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Entrance Requirements
Required
- Algebra
Recommended
- Algebra 2
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Geometry
In this program, you’ll gain direct, hands-on experience in both animal and plant systems while building technical knowledge in animal husbandry, crops, soils, and growing conditions. You’ll analyze and compare agricultural management systems, locate and apply reliable production data, and sharpen your communication skills through industry-ready writing and speaking. Training also emphasizes critical thinking to support sustainable decisions in dairy, soil, and crop production.
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