Certificate in Plant Science/Horticulture
Plant Science/Horticulture (Cert)
Certificate
The Certificate in Plant Science/Horticulture provides a broad exposure to all types
of agriculture pertinent to the animal industries, including animal production and
nutrition. An internship experience is also included to provide a practical knowledge
in animal science. While the Certificate in Plant Science/Horticulture may be completed
as a standalone certificate program, courses in this certificate may also be used
to complete the Associate of Science in Agriculture or the Associate of Applied Science
in General Agriculture. Courses included in this certificate may also be applied toward
bachelor degrees at some four-year institutions. 24 Credit Hours
| Plant Science/Horticulture Certificate Requirements |
Credit Hours |
| AGR 112 Introduction to Agricultural Business |
3 |
| AGR 215 Soils |
3 |
| Select 3 or 4 credit hours from the following: |
|
- AGR 103 Plant Science (4) or
- AGR 115 Sustainable Agriculture and the Environment (3)
|
3-4 |
| Select 15 credit hours from the following: |
|
| AGR 143 Introductory Forestry |
3 |
| AGR 170 Introduction to Horticulture |
3 |
| AGR 171 Controlled Environment Agriculture |
2 |
| AGR 172 Greenhouse Management |
1 |
| AGR 173 Aquaponics and Hydroponics |
1 |
| AGR 174 Integrated Pest Management |
1 |
| AGR 175 Vegetable and Fruit Production |
1 |
| AGR 275 Forage Crop Production |
3 |
| AGR 299 Agricultural Internship |
1-3 |
| Plant Science/Horticulture (Cert) |
Credit Hours |
| Total Hours Required |
24 |
