Certificate of Achievement in
Agriculture and Food Technology
With the increasing complexity of technology and the competitiveness of the export
market, trained agriculture technicians are in demand. The program aims to prepare
individuals to enter the agriculture profession in the public or private sector in their state or
to continue on to a degree program at the National Campus.
Knowledge of agricultural production processes and good communication and management
skills will enable students, extension agents, and farmers to work in all phases of food
production
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an overall knowledge of the crop production process.
2. Practice good agricultural management and marketing skills.
3. Identify and demonstrate the fundamentals of food processing, preparation techniques, the relationship between the scientific principle and cooking procedures.
4. Identify and demonstrate the basic skills and principles of swine and poultry production
techniques, including breed selection, feed, housing, management techniques and animal health.
5. Apply the basic skills and knowledge of nursery micro-propagation practices, transplanting,
harvesting, and maintenance.
6. Identify the proper use of land for agriculture purposes, local ornamental, and turf
management.
Program Requirements
General Education Core Requirements - 13 credits
- CA 100 Basic Computer Applications (3)
- ESL 050 Technical English (3)
- MS 104 Technical Math I (4)
- SC 098 Survey of Science (3
Technical Requirements - 21 or 22 Credits
- AG 084 Basic Crop Production (4)
- AG 096 Field Internship (5)
- Plus a minimum of 12 credits from the following:
- AG 086 Micro-propagation and Nursery Practices (4)
- AG 088 Landscaping (3)
- AG 090 Principles of Food Processing (3)
- AG 092 Swine and Poultry Production (3)
- AG 094 Farm Management and Marketing (3
Total Requirements - 34-35 Credits
Suggested Schedule
- First Semester
- Second Semester
- Summer Session
ESL 050 Technical English................................................3
MS 104 Technical Math....................................................4
SC 098 Survey of Science...............................................3
AG 084 Basic Crop Production.........................................4
AG 092 Swine and Poultry Production..............................3
Total Credits = 17 Credits
CA 100 Computer Literacy..................................................................3
AG 088 Landscaping............................................................................3
or
AG 086 Micro-propagation and Nursery Practices.................................3
AG 090 Principles of Food Processing...................................................4
AG 094 Farm Management and Marketing............................................3
Total Credits = 12 - 13 Credits
AG 096 Filed Internship...............................................5
Total Credits = 5 Credits
