This course provides fundamental knowledge of the animal science field. Topics include animal health, animal environments, anatomy and physiology, genetics and reproduction, animal feedstuffs, and job related safety. Participants will experience animal concepts through the completion of hands-on activities.

Course will cover the fundamental and applied principles and concepts of soil fertility and plant nutrition. Attention will be given to the nutrient requirements of the commonly produced agronomic crops of our area. Course will provide the student with the information necessary to plan and produce agronomic crops based on crop needs and available resources. Students will be able to interpret soil test reports and make recommendation based on given information for related crop plants. In-field activities will be used to effectively reinforce the material presented in class.

Teaches the preparation and presentation of oral and written technical reports. Types of reports may include lab and field reports, proposals, technical letters and memos, technical research reports and case studies.