Agronomy Associate in Applied Science (2065)
This program is designed to introduce students to all aspects of crop production, precision agriculture, and business management from instructors with real-world experience. Located literally in the middle of “America’s Agribusiness Center,” this program offers resources that are unique from those of any other college district. The degree is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the crop science / agronomy sector.
This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions.
Sample Job Titles
Fertilizer and Pesticide Custom Applicator, Seed Sales Representative, Fertilizer Sales Representative, Precision Ag Specialist, Crop Scout, Grain Farmer, Farm Equipment Operator, Farm Manager
Graduation Requirements
- Total Credit Hours: 60 credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above
- Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.00 (‘C’) or better for all work applicable toward the degree that was completed at Richland
- Residency: 15 credit hours or more at Richland Community College
Additional Program Considerations
Students attending full-time who begin in spring may not finish in a two-year time frame. All AAS degrees include a required minimum of 15 general education credits.
Articulated AAS Degree Programs
Articulated programs are designed for Richland students who intend to transfer to another institution to complete a four-year degree after earning an associate in applied science degree at Richland.
Success Coaches and other staff in the Student Success Center provide extensive transfer information on Richland’s associate in applied science degree transfer curriculum (2+2) articulated agreements with various baccalaureate institutions.
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Curriculum Requirements
Required Courses
General Education Electives
Number of Credit Hours Required: 3.00
Recommended courses
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Summer Semester
| MATH 104 | Technical Mathematics | 4.0 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 110 | Concepts of Mathematics | 4.0 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 116 | College Algebra | 4.0 |
| | General Education Elective | 3.0 |
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
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