AGRICULTURE

351 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY

Length of Course:  One semester (Offered on even numbered years)

Credit Granted:  One-half

Prerequisite:  None

Offered To:  Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Introduction to Agriculture Industry provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized: its major components; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national, and international levels; and the scope and types of job opportunities in the agricultural field.  Both agri-business and production applications are presented.  Leadership skills and abilities are developed through an orientation to the FFA, parliamentary procedure, judging, and public speaking.  Basic mechanics including safety, tool identification and use, selecting lumber and fasteners, planning a wood working project and the completion of a project, planning a wood working project and the completion of a project.  Microcomputer applications are introduced.  In addition to technical skills, course content will reflect the integration of academic and workplace skills.