Agricultural Science and Technology

GOAL 1 Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of the technical knowledge required of an entry-level employee in a wide variety of agricultural occupations.

1. Students will demonstrate technical knowledge principles of genetics, nutrition, physiology, reproduction, growth, lactation and marketing of farm animals.
2. Students will demonstrate technical knowledge of biological concepts of soil and plant growth.
3. Students will demonstrate technical knowledge of global positioning systems and geographical informational systems.
4. Students will demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in operation of related farm tools including maintenance, repair and safety.

GOAL 2 Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in application of best management practices in production agriculture.

1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in preparing budgets, accounting records and financial records for an agricultural business.
2. Students will demonstrate application of marketing and the role of agriculture in the United States economy.
3. Students will demonstrate proficiency in planning a sustainable soil fertility program.
4. Students will demonstrate an understanding of variable rate technology to insure profitable production of crops.

GOAL 3 Graduates will demonstrate professional qualities and professional ethics.

1. Students will demonstrate collegiality with customers, employers, and fellow employees.
2. Students will demonstrate honesty, initiative and a positive attitude at work.