Introduction to Agriculture
Course Description
This course is designed to meet the needs of the first year agriculture student.
Students will acquire a broad understanding of modern agriculture and develop an
awareness and appreciation for the myriad of career related opportunities in agriculture. Students will experience the opportunity to work cooperatively within groups, as well as develop and expand leadership abilities.
awareness and appreciation for the myriad of career related opportunities in agriculture. Students will experience the opportunity to work cooperatively within groups, as well as develop and expand leadership abilities.
The major portions of the course include the following: California Agriculture, Leadership, Plant Science, and Animal Science. Participation in FFA activities and a Supervised Agricultural Experience Project (SAEP) are important parts of the class and will be part of the student’s grade.
Prerequisite: none
Graduation Requirement Satisfied: Life or Physical Science