Crop Science - Modesto Junior College

Crop Science from Modesto Junior College is a Campus Associate Horticulture degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. 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. EXPECTED STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES In addition to demonstrating the abilities listed as General Education Student Learning Outcomes, students who complete the Associate?s Degree in Crop Science will be able to: 1. Employ the scientific method to solve problems in the laboratory and in the field. 2. Practice safe work habits in an employment setting, including handling and storage of hazardous materials. 3. Demonstrate sufficient mastery of general plant science skills for technical employment in the plant science management industry (agronomy, pomology, viticulture and enology, or oleoculture. 4. Apply the principles of ecology, soil science, and plant science to crop management problems. 5. Develop integrated pest management programs for specific crops View more details on Modesto Junior College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Horticulture courses.