18 courses with the subject AGR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
varies Special studies course designed to meet student and community needs. Available upon reque Note: View Course Availability PCS: 1.2
This course covers fundamentals of maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment. Topics include safe use of hand tools and farm machinery, carpentry, concrete, painting, wiring, welding, plumbing, and calculating costs and materials needed. Upon completion, students should be able to answer theoretical questions on topics covered and assist with maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment. Classroom Hours (1.00), Lab/Shop Hours (3.00)
fall Lecture: 2 hours of lecture/discussion per week. Lab: Two hours of lab per week. This course is designed to provide the students with an introductory look at the latest technologies for managing Note: This course is not offered this catalog year.
fall Lecture: 2 hours of lecture/discussion per week. Lab: 2 hours of lab per week. Practical application of management principles and the selection, adjustment, repair and m Note: This course is not offered this catalog year.
This course will provide students with a clear perspective on the principles, history and practices of sustainable agriculture in our local and global communities. Students will be introduced to the economic, environmental and social impacts of agriculture. Upon completion, students will be able to identify the principles of sustainable agriculture as they relate to basic production practices. Classroom Hours (3.00)
This course covers all aspects of agricultural chemicals. Topics include safety, environmental effects, federal and state laws, pesticide classification, sprayer calibration, and licensing. Upon completion, students should be able to calibrate a sprayer, give proper pesticide recommendations (using 243
This course introduces the basic principles of botany that pertain to agricultural production. Emphasis is placed on the anatomy and physiology of flowering plants. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain plant systems. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)
This course covers the basic principles of soil management and fertilization. Topics include liming, fertilization, soil management, biological properties of soil (including beneficial microorganisms), sustainable land care practices and the impact on soils, and plant nutrients. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)
summer Based on the career objective of the student and the cooperation of an agricultural oriented business organi Note: View Course Availability PCS: 1.2
spring Lecture: 2 hours of lecture/discussion per week. Lab: 2 hours of lab per week. Practical application of geospatial technologies for site specific and whole farm management practices using prec Note: This course is not offered this catalog year.
This course introduces budgeting, farm analysis, production costs, business organizations, and general management principles. Topics include enterprise budgets, partial budgets, whole fa rm budgets, income analysis, and business organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and analyze a farm budget. Classroom Hours (3.00).
This course covers basic marketing principles for agricultural products. Topics include buying, selling, processing, standardizing, grading, storing, and marketing of agricultural commodities. Upon completion, students should be able to construct a marketing plan for an agricultural product. Classroom Hours (3.00)
This course is a study of farm machinery and agricultural equipment. Topics include selection and operation of tractors, materials handling equipment, tillage and harvesting equipment, and irrigation systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify equipment parts and explain the basic principles of machinery operation and management. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)
This course includes a study of spring organic crop production practices, including vegetables, cut flowers, and culinary and medicinal herbs. Topics include variety selection, production methods, and record keeping procedures for certification. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of organic crop production appropriate for the spring season. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)
This course includes a study of fall organic crop production practices, including vegetables, cut flowers, and culinary and medicinal herbs. Topics include variety selection, production methods, and record keeping procedures for certification. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of organic crop production appropriate for the fall season. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00)
(Click this icon in the upper right corner of the page for a printer friendly version of the program planner w A certificate program designed for students to explore the agribusiness field of study. This certificate provi A minimum of 25 credit hours is required for this certificate.
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Source: Montgomery Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
