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Dec 11, 2024
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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Agricultural Science (A.S.)
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Mary Christensen, Coordinator
Agricultural Leadership, Education, Communication and Science (ALECS)
Raven Precision Agriculture Center 295
605-688-5133
Program Information
The two-year Agricultural Science program is designed for the student who does not find it advisable or possible to enter a regular four-year college program in Agriculture Science . A typical student in this situation could be one who desires some education but not necessarily four years before returning to the farm or ranch. Courses in the major field of concentration must be from departments within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences and be related to agriculture. All courses in the major field of concentration need not be in one department, although this may be a possibility.
General electives may be selected from any area and allow students to develop special competencies or interests. Students should consult their advisor when selecting courses in the major field of concentration. These courses should relate to career interests.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the A.S. degree in Agricultural Science, students will:
- Integrate knowledge across various academic disciplines and apply to agricultural careers.
- Locate and evaluate information to aid in decision making.
- Recognize the importance of continued learning in relation to their profession.
- Identify diverse perspectives and understand global challenges in agriculture.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Course Delivery Format
Courses are delivered in lecture, laboratory, and field-based formats, and some are offered by online delivery.
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Requirements for Agricultural Science Major: 60 Credits
Associate of Science
System General Education Requirements
*Three additional credits selected from approved list of courses for Goals #3, #4, or #6 to reach 24 System General Education Requirements for the Associate Degree.
Major Requirements
- Major Field of Concentration (Courses prefixed ABS, AGEC, AGED, AS, AST, DS, EES, FS, HO, NRM, PRAG, PS, RANG, VET, and WL) Credits: 16
Total Required Credits: 60
Summary of Program Requirements
Associate of Science
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System General Education Requirements |
24 Credit Hours |
Major Requirements |
18 Credit Hours |
Electives** |
18 Credit Hours |
**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Academic Advising Guide Sheet
The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program.
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