Agriculture Business
Winter 2018
Spokane Community College
- 1810 North Greene Street
- Spokane, WA 99217-5399
- https://scc.spokane.edu/
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| Books | $240 |
| Supplies and Equipment | $15 |
Program Description
The Agriculture Business program is designed to train students for entry-level employment in the agricultural chemical and fertilizer industry as well as grain and farming operations. Program graduates are qualified for advancement into sales, service, field representative and branch management positions.The following is a typical student schedule, individual student schedules may differ slightly depending on course availability. Courses may only be offered in the quarter indicated. It is recommended that students work closely with the program advisor when planning classes.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:- Understand and apply the principles of plant biology to crop production.
- Understand and apply the principles of soil science to soil fertility and management.
- Diagnose causes of plant problems (i.e. insect, disease, and abiotic problems) and suggest appropriate remedies.
- Understand and apply the principles of weed science to weed management.
- Understand and apply the principles of business management, accounting, human relations, and economics to agribusiness management.
- Prepare and take the exams to obtain their pesticide licenses or CCA credentials.