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Agriculture - Associate of Science
Associate of Science
Statement of Purpose
The Agriculture and Agribusiness programs at Texas Southmost College prepare students for rewarding careers and transfer into four-year university programs. Students gain the scientific, business, and technical knowledge needed to succeed in modern agriculture - one of the most innovative and globally connected industries in Texas.
Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn an:
- Associate of Science-Agribusiness, or
- Associate of Science-Agriculture
Program Learning Outcomes
- Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissue, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
- Graduates will conduct experiments and communicate effectively the results of scientific investigations of various field crops focusing on impact or adaptation to specific soils or climates.
- Graduates will investigate methods and impact of environmental manipulation and technologies on plant production.
- Graduates will apply economic principles to agricultural production, marketing, and consumption.
Program of Study
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-1106 | Biology I Laboratory for Science Majors | 1 |
| BIOL-1306 | Biology I for Science Majors | 3 |
| ENGL-1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| HIST-1301 | United States History I | 3 |
| GOVT-2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| MATH-1314 | College Algebra | 3 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM-1311 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM-1111 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| ENGL-1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| HIST-1302 | United States History II | 3 |
| GOVT-2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| AGRI-1407 | Agronomy | 4 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECON-2301 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Language, Philosophy, and Culture Elective | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Creative Arts Elective | 3 |
| AGRI-1131 | The Agricultural Industry | 1 |
| AGRI-1415 | Horticulture | 4 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPCH-1315 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| or | ||
| SPCH-1318 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| AGRI-1419 | Introductory Animal Science | 4 |
| AGRI-2317 | Introduction to Agriculture Economics | 3 |
| ECON-2302 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
Notes
BIOL-1106, ENGL-1301, HIST-1301, GOVT-2305, MATH-1314, CHEM-1311, CHEM-1111, ENGL-1302, HIST-1302, GOVT-2306, AGRI-1407, ECON-2301, AGRI-1131, AGRI-1415, SPCH-1315, SPCH-1318, AGRI-1419, AGRI-2317, and ECON-2302: Grade of C or better is required for graduation
XXXX-X3XX (Language, Philosophy, & Culture Elective) and XXXX-X3XX (Creative Arts Elective): Students may take any course within this category of the TSC General Education Core Curriculum
This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.
Credit Hours
- 60 credit hours — total of the courses listed above (calculated, alternatives counted once)
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