Crop Science A.S. Degree (01150.AS)
School of Agriculture and Industrial Technology
The Crop Science program at Merced College is designed to meet the need for trained personnel in a broad range of occupational opportunities involved with or related to producing crops. The Merced College Crop Science Program maintains 240 acres of cropland which serve as a laboratory for Crop Science students. Equipment and methods used in the program are of the latest type and follow current trends and practices in crop-oriented production areas. Students take an active part in the farming operations by planning individual as well as group projects. The student not only gains the theoretical knowledge associated with production, but also experiences “hands-on” practical application.
The Associate of Science Degree in Crop Science is available upon satisfactory completion of the graduation requirements and complete the following required courses with a minimum grade of a “C” (or P) in each course in the degree and maintains a 2.0 GPA.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Demonstrate how to properly plant different varieties of plants and analyze soil conditions and type for testing.
B. Demonstrate the ability to properly read and apply industry labeled instructions for chemical and fertilizer application.
C. Identify and select the most appropriate plants and soils with the decision based on the environment conditions, plant characteristics and soil conditions.
D. Appraise a hypothetical or actual problem dealing with plantings and soil conditions and the appropriate references to determine a solution to the problem.
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Program Requirements:
Program Core: (19 Units) | Units |
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AGPS-01 Elements of Plant Science | 3 |
AGPS-03 Economic Entomology | 3 |
AGPS-05 Soil Science | 3 |
AGPS-06 Fertilizers and Soil Amendments | 3 |
AGMA-01 Equipment Safety | 1 |
Plus 6 additional units from the following electives: | |
AGPS-02 Weeds (3) | 6 |
Total: (19 Units) | |
Completion of MCCD-GE Breadth: (23 units)
Elective (as needed to reach 60 units) Units: (18 Units)
Total Degree Units: (60 Units)
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Contact Information | |
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Dean | Bryan Tassey |
Phone | (209) 384-6250 |
School Office | AGIT Office |
(209) 381-6478 | |