Agronomy - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - AGRO)
The Agronomy Associate of Applied Science degree exposes students to the operations of various organizations comprising agriculture in Cochise County. Students learn about crop production through the study, in both theory and practice, of biology and chemistry, crop science, soil science, entomology, range management, natural resources management, and sustainability.
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:
- Demonstrate an understanding of plant species and varieties.
- Explain what factors dictate crop yield.
- Demonstrate an understanding of plant breeding and various methods used in the agronomy industry.
- Identify and apply diagnostic clues used to determine causal agents of pest problems.
- Identify different classes and orders of insects according to their characteristics.
- Explain the impact that insects may have on businesses, the economy, and the environment.
- Explain the uses of different herbicides and fertilizers.
- Demonstrate an understanding of integrated pest management.
- Demonstrate an understanding of crop seasonality.
- Identify different business models used by crop consultants when entering the business world.
Degree Map
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS
Composition 6 credits
Mathematics 3-4 credits
| MAT 132 | Applied Mathematics* | 3 |
| or higher (3-4 credits) | |
Liberal Arts 6 credits
Technology Literacy 3 credits
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Information Systems** | 3 |
CORE CURRICULUM 42 CREDITS
TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60-61 CREDITS