Ag First
Ag Technology (AM Class - 2 Units)
Agricultural Technology courses are designed to teach technical knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the application of modern technology in the production of food and fiber. Strategies for economically using facilities, land, water, machinery, equipment, pest control, capital, labor, and management in the efficient production of plant and animal products are applied to relevant, current scenarios.
Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with managing the appropriate application of major farm inputs and outputs; participating in personal and community leadership development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating in FFA activities. The teacher will select units of instruction based on a local needs assessment....
Introduction to Horticulture (PM Class - 2 Units)
The courses in Introduction to Horticulture include organized subject matter and practical experiences related to the culture of plants used principally for ornamental or aesthetic purposes. Instruction emphasizes knowledge and understanding of the importance of establishing, maintaining, and managing ornamental horticulture enterprises.
Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with propagating, growing, establishing, and maintaining nursery plants and greenhouse crops; tissue culture techniques; designing landscapes; preparing designs; sales analysis and management; participating in personal and community leadership development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating in FFA activities.
This is a list of core competencies to be completed in two years by all students enrolled in these courses. The teacher may select additional competencies based on a local needs assessment.