CIP Code: 01.01.0104.00
Program Description: This program will provide students with skills and knowledge needed for today’s farming operations which include, but not limited to, row crops, animal agriculture, and precision agriculture. Students may earn certificates by completing courses that offers exposure to principles in agriculture, livestock equipment, and precision agriculture. Other courses for credentials will present welding, farm based electricity, and shop principles as well as agriculture finance. Students will be presented material for understanding farm machinery maintenance, soil and plant management, crop and livestock marketing, and herd management. Precision agriculture is the future of the industry and will be offered as an individual diploma.
Program Outcomes: At completion of a diploma in Farming Operations Technology, graduates will be skilled in entry-level agriculture technology, safety, computer skills, livestock crop and management skills, machinery management and maintenance skills, welding, electricity and shop skills, crop and livestock marketing, and precision agriculture skills. Graduates will be trained and skilled to begin a farming operations career.
Applicable Certification/License or Industry-recognized Certificates to be Awarded: OSHA 10 Certification
CPR, First Aid, AED Certification
EPA 608/609 Certification
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