The Associate in Science in Agriculture Plant Science for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science) will provide students with an alignment of courses required for transfer and a cohesive group of courses in the area of Agriculture Plant Science. Potential careers in the Agriculture Plant Science field include: Pest Control Advisor (PCA), crop production specialist, farm management positions, landscape design, quality control manager, county and governmental compliance inspector, sales and marketing of seed and other crop protecting agents. The Associate in Science in Agriculture Plant Science for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Plant Science at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
The student acquires skills in production of the common row and field crops grown in the Central Valley. Specific skills are emphasized in seedbed preparation, planting, fertilizing, weed control, pest management, harvesting, and marketing. Training leads to farming as well as employment in allied businesses such as fertilizer or agricultural chemical companies, seed companies, processing companies, and other related industries. Contact the division office in the Agriculture Building for advising assistance.
The student will develop skills and knowledge in managing a horticultural fruit production operation. Training in this course includes practical horticultural skills such as propagation, pruning, thinning, planting, and management skills, such as supervision of labor, selecting insurance, credit, orchard planning, spray programs, and calendar of operation. The program also prepares students for transfer to a four-year college. Contact the division office in the Agriculture Building for advising assistance.
