Agriculture, Food & Environmental Systems

Public-Facing Course Name: Agricultural Biology & Living Systems
Certificate Name: Agricultural Biology & Living Systems Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the biological foundations of agriculture and helps them understand how living systems support farming, food production, and environmental sustainability.

What students may learn:

Students may explore plant and animal biology, ecosystems, genetics, growth processes, agricultural organisms, and the role of biology in food systems and environmental management.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger understanding of how biological science supports agriculture, sustainability, and future pathways in food, farming, and environmental industries.

Public-Facing Course Name: Agricultural Machinery & Farm Technology
Certificate Name: Agricultural Machinery & Farm Technology Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the machines, tools, and technologies used in agricultural operations and modern farm environments.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about farm equipment, machinery functions, maintenance awareness, mechanical systems, equipment safety, and how technology supports productivity in agriculture.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger awareness of how machinery supports modern farming and develop clearer understanding of agricultural technology pathways.

Public-Facing Course Name: Agricultural Mechanics & Applied Technology
Certificate Name: Agricultural Mechanics & Applied Technology Certificate

Intro

This course helps students explore the mechanical and technical side of agriculture, showing how systems, tools, and equipment are applied in real farming and agricultural settings.

What students may learn:

Students may explore agricultural mechanics, technical operations, equipment use, repair awareness, structural systems, and practical technologies used in agricultural environments.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger understanding of the technical systems that support agriculture and gain practical pathway awareness in mechanical agricultural work.

Public-Facing Course Name: Foundations of Agricultural Mechanics
Certificate Name: Foundations of Agricultural Mechanics Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the core mechanical concepts used in agriculture and helps them understand how practical systems support field operations and farm functionality.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about tools, mechanical principles, equipment basics, maintenance awareness, farm operations support, and the role of mechanics in agricultural productivity.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger technical awareness and a clearer foundation in how mechanics support agricultural work and rural industries.

Public-Facing Course Name: Foundations of Agricultural Science
Certificate Name: Foundations of Agricultural Science Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the scientific principles behind agriculture, food production, land use, and environmental management.

What students may learn:

Students may explore plant systems, animal systems, agricultural processes, environmental influences, scientific methods, and the broader role of agriculture in communities and economies.

Possible outcomes:

Students can develop broader understanding of agriculture as a science-based field and gain stronger awareness of future study and career pathways linked to food and environmental systems.

Public-Facing Course Name: Animal Science & Care Systems
Certificate Name: Animal Science & Care Systems Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the science of animals and the systems involved in their care, health, management, and role in agriculture and human environments.

What students may learn:

Students may explore animal biology, nutrition, behavior, health management, breeding basics, welfare principles, and how animals are supported in agricultural and care settings.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger awareness of animal-related pathways and better understand the science and responsibilities involved in animal care systems.

Public-Facing Course Name: Aquaculture & Aquatic Food Systems
Certificate Name: Aquaculture & Aquatic Food Systems Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to aquaculture and helps them understand how aquatic organisms are managed, cultivated, and supported within food and environmental systems.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about aquatic environments, fish and aquatic species production, sustainability practices, water systems, feeding and care processes, and the role of aquaculture in food supply.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger understanding of aquatic production systems and explore future pathways linked to food, sustainability, and environmental management.

Public-Facing Course Name: Equine Science & Horse Care
Certificate Name: Equine Science & Horse Care Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to horses, their care, and the science behind equine health, behavior, and management.

What students may learn:

Students may explore horse anatomy, nutrition, behavior, handling awareness, health practices, stable management, and the role of equine science in care and performance settings.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger awareness of equine-related pathways and gain clearer understanding of horse care and management systems.

Public-Facing Course Name: Floriculture & Floral Production
Certificate Name: Floriculture & Floral Production Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to flower production, floral systems, and the practical work behind growing, managing, and presenting ornamental plants.

What students may learn:

Students may explore flower cultivation, plant care, floral production systems, greenhouse support, design awareness, and the commercial role of floriculture.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain practical awareness of floral industries and better understand pathways linked to ornamental plant production and environmental aesthetics.

Public-Facing Course Name: Floriculture & Greenhouse Operations
Certificate Name: Floriculture & Greenhouse Operations Certificate

Intro

This course helps students understand how flowers and plants are produced and managed within greenhouse environments and controlled growing systems.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about greenhouse systems, plant growth conditions, floral production, environmental control, irrigation awareness, and plant management practices.

Possible outcomes:

Students can develop stronger understanding of greenhouse-based plant production and the systems that support efficient and healthy cultivation.

Public-Facing Course Name: Food Production & Processing Systems
Certificate Name: Food Production & Processing Systems Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to how food moves from raw materials into processed products through structured systems, safety processes, and production workflows.

What students may learn:

Students may explore food production stages, processing methods, quality awareness, food safety principles, handling systems, and the importance of efficient production in food industries.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger awareness of food systems and develop clearer understanding of careers linked to food production, processing, and supply operations.

Public-Facing Course Name: Greenhouse Management & Plant Systems
Certificate Name: Greenhouse Management & Plant Systems Certificate

Intro

This course helps students explore greenhouse environments and understand how plant growth is supported through controlled systems and structured care.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about greenhouse operations, environmental control, irrigation basics, plant growth support, monitoring conditions, and practical management of growing systems.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger awareness of plant production environments and understand how greenhouse systems support agriculture and horticulture pathways.

Public-Facing Course Name: Assistance Dog Training & Support Skills
Certificate Name: Assistance Dog Training & Support Skills Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the principles behind training assistance dogs and the support roles they play in improving human mobility, safety, and independence.

What students may learn:

Students may explore dog behavior, training basics, communication methods, handler support awareness, animal care principles, and the social value of assistance dogs.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger understanding of service animal pathways and the responsibilities involved in animal training and human support environments.

Public-Facing Course Name: Landscape Design & Management
Certificate Name: Landscape Design & Management Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to outdoor spaces, plant environments, and the planning and care systems involved in landscape management.

What students may learn:

Students may explore land care, plant selection, maintenance principles, outdoor design awareness, environmental aesthetics, and practical approaches to managing green spaces.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger awareness of landscape-related pathways and understand how design, maintenance, and environmental care come together in managed outdoor environments.

Public-Facing Course Name: Natural Resource Science & Sustainability
Certificate Name: Natural Resource Science & Sustainability Certificate

Intro

This course helps students understand natural resources and how science supports their protection, responsible use, and long-term sustainability.

What students may learn:

Students may learn about ecosystems, conservation, land and water resources, environmental stewardship, sustainability concepts, and how natural systems support life and industry.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger environmental awareness and clearer understanding of pathways linked to conservation, resource management, and sustainability.

Public-Facing Course Name: Plant Nursery Operations & Care
Certificate Name: Plant Nursery Operations & Care Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to nursery environments and the systems involved in growing, managing, and maintaining plants for use in agriculture, landscaping, and horticulture.

What students may learn:

Students may explore plant care, nursery management, propagation awareness, handling practices, growth monitoring, and the role of nurseries in plant supply systems.

Possible outcomes:

Students can develop stronger understanding of nursery operations and gain practical awareness of pathways related to plants, horticulture, and environmental systems.

Public-Facing Course Name: Plant & Soil Science Foundations
Certificate Name: Plant & Soil Science Foundations Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the relationship between plants and soil and how both support agriculture, environmental health, and sustainable production.

What students may learn:

Students may explore soil properties, plant growth, nutrients, cultivation awareness, environmental conditions, and the role of soil systems in supporting healthy plant development.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger scientific understanding of plant and soil relationships and better awareness of agricultural and environmental pathways.

Public-Facing Course Name: Companion Animal Care & Science
Certificate Name: Companion Animal Care & Science Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the care, health, and science of small companion animals in domestic and professional support environments.

What students may learn:

Students may explore animal behavior, care practices, health awareness, nutrition, welfare principles, and the responsibilities involved in supporting small animals.

Possible outcomes:

Students can build stronger awareness of companion animal pathways and better understand how science and care come together in animal support settings.

Public-Facing Course Name: Veterinary Support & Animal Care Foundations
Certificate Name: Veterinary Support & Animal Care Foundations Certificate

Intro

This course introduces students to the support skills and foundational knowledge involved in veterinary environments and animal healthcare settings.

What students may learn:

Students may explore animal handling awareness, basic veterinary support tasks, health observation, care systems, clinic roles, and the importance of safety and responsibility in animal healthcare.

Possible outcomes:

Students can gain stronger awareness of veterinary pathways and develop a clearer understanding of animal care roles in professional settings.

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