FARM AND RANCH MANAGEMENT (AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT)

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 1 FARM AND RANCH MANAGEMENT (AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT) LIMITED ENROLLMENT Delivery method: On campus Program begins: Fall only Program Description The Agribusiness Management option is for students who plan on pursuing a business management and/or sales related position with an agribusiness. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to be successful managers and to acquire the knowledge and ability to deal with the challenges in today s agriculture industries. Study includes prescribed coursework in accounting, agriculture finance, marketing, precision farming, crop/soil science and livestock production. Technology instruction is infused throughout the curriculum. Students are exposed to various applications of technology related to business management, crop production, livestock production and soil science. Precision farming technology instruction includes guidance systems, mobile software, GIS software, variable rate technologies, and remote sensing. Students will graduate with a North Dakota Private Pesticide Applicators license or beef cattle artificial insemination training. The program requires participation in a cooperative education internship. Advisors will work with students to gain employment at an agribusiness. Preparation Students interested in agriculture should be resourceful, flexible, creative problem solvers, interested in technology, and enjoy continuous learning. The following background is helpful: high school or college courses in agriculture, science and math, and experience working on a farm or for an agriculture-related business. Interested students are encouraged to apply early as openings are limited. Program Requirements Students who complete the curriculum requirements earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. Required program entrance scores: ACCUPLACER: Math - 40 (elementary algebra), Reading - 61, Writeplacer - 3 ACT: English - 15, Math - 15, Reading - 15 COMPASS: English - 59, Math - 33 (pre-algebra), Reading - 70 Special Costs A $100 deposit, required upon acceptance into the program, is applied toward tuition. Fee is non-refundable if you decide not to attend BSC. Career Opportunities The global economy offers many opportunities to provide food, animal feed and energy, which make it an exciting time to be involved in agriculture. Agriculture is evolving into a more business-savvy industry with many options for candidates skilled at streamlining processes and creating valueadded solutions for promoting agricultural goods. In today s market, farmers, ranchers and agriculture managers must stay abreast of the latest developments in technology and agricultural production to make sound scientific and business decisions. As farms/ranches increase in size and efficiency, they rely more and more on the agribusiness industry to offer specialized services. Demand for qualified consultants, salespersons, technicians, managers and other service-related positions is expanding. Current placement rate of students in this program is 100 percent. Additional Information Agriculture Club The Agriculture Club provides opportunities for individual growth, leadership and career preparation at state, regional and national events. ATNR Scholarships Students are eligible for a variety of scholarships. The BSC Foundation provides two ND Ag Association scholarships, four Ervin and Dorothy Bourgois Memorial Scholarships along with assorted academic scholarships. Five scholarships are also available through the CHS Foundation. Contact Tyler Schau Career Academy 105 701-224-2542 Tyler.Schau@bismarckstate.edu

2 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management), Associate in Applied Science (http://catalog.bismarckstate.edu/catalog/degrees/ career-technical-education/farm-ranch-management-agribusiness-management/farm-ranch-management-agribusiness-management-aas) AGEC 141. Introduction to Agribusiness Management This is an introduction to the economic importance of the agribusiness community and the potential for employment with the agribusiness industry. AGEC 192. Experimental Course AGEC 194. Independent Study AGEC 195. Service Learning AGEC 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel AGEC 197. Cooperative Education/Internship AGEC 199. Special Topics AGEC 242. Introduction to Agricultural Management Credits: 4 Prerequisite: AGEC 246. Economic and managerial concepts related to farm or agribusiness production process, development of cost data, enterprise analysis, organization and management of production inputs. AGEC 244. Introduction to Agricultural Marketing A study of the agricultural marketing system to include cash marketing, commodity futures trading, branded products merchandising and the interrelationship of the government and international trade.

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 3 AGEC 246. Introduction to Agricultural Finance Introduction to agricultural finance; provides background in farm and agribusiness credit use and evaluation. Discussion of specific financial conditions on farms and in agribusiness. AGEC 250. AgriSales The principles of salesmanship applied to the agricultural business. Topics include attitudes and value systems, basic behavioral patterns, relationship of sales to marketing, selling strategies, preparing for sales calls, making sales presentations, and closing sales. AGEC 252. Farm Management Seminar Prerequisite: AGEC 246. Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, AGEC 242. Analysis of the farm as a business using fundamental economic and managerial concepts. Data used in analysis will be specific to the student's background. Topics will include: the role of budgeting, whole farm planning, forms of farm business organization, and succession planning. AGEC 274. Cooperative Business Model Prerequisite: ECON 201. This course is intended to introduce students to cooperatives as a form of business enterprise. Cooperatives are important in many segments of the economy, both in the U.S. and elsewhere. Students will learn the role of cooperatives in market oriented economies like the U.S. and will become familiar with cooperative principles, the economic theory of cooperatives, and the fundamentals of co-op operations including accounting principles, financing, decision making and taxation. Focus will be primarily on traditional agricultural cooperatives; however, other types of cooperatives will be examined in some detail during the second half of the course. AGEC 292. Experimental Course AGEC 294. Independent Study AGEC 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel AGEC 297. Cooperative Education/Internship AGEC 299. Special Topics

4 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) AGRI 115. Agriculture Math Student will apply practical math skills to master mathematical concepts intrinsic to producing, processing and marketing agricultural products. AGRI 191. First Year Seminar This course is designed to address selected topics in agriculture. AGRI 192. Experimental Course AGRI 194. Independent Study AGRI 195. Service Learning AGRI 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel AGRI 197. Cooperative Education/Internship Repeat Status: Repeatable up to 12.00 credits. AGRI 199. Special Topics AGRI 241. Farm Management Education -6 Repeat Status: Repeatable up to 200.00 credits. SPR The Farm Management Education program provides a practical study of the farming business for farm families currently engaged in managing their farms or ranches.

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 5 AGRI 242. Advanced Farm Management Education -4 Prerequisite: AGRI 241 or department approval. Repeat Status: Repeatable up to 200.00 credits. SPR This course continues the application of farm management principles for decision making. AGRI 275. Introduction to Precision Farming This course is designed to introduce the student to precision farming applications. Students will receive hands on training using handheld global positioning systems, differential global positioning systems and GIS software. AGRI 276. Data Collection and Management Prerequisite: AGRI 275. This course will experiment with types and methods of data collection of spatial data. The majority of the course will concentrate on datalogging using GPS receivers (various monitors, rugged handheld units, and ipads), utilizing mobile software and geospatial apps. The course also will include downloading data from the Internet and evaluation and purchase of data from commercial sources. Students will learn data collection processes based on a real world project. They will be responsible for identifying a study area, a question or management issue, and the data needed to answer the question. AGRI 285. Precision Agriculture - Systems Software Prerequisite: AGRI 275 This course introduces various precision farming software in real-world applications. Discussion of how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be used to input and store data, assist in the analysis of data and create interpretive maps. It focuses on initial setup of software, data management and evaluation, saving and unloading data cards, processing field data, and compiling prescription application maps. AGRI 286. Advanced Mapping Prerequisite: AGRI 285. This course covers the use of spatial data for recordkeeping, analytical decision making and modeling prescription maps for variable rate applications. Student will use various data sets and apply GIS functions to answer management questions. A major component of this course will be determining relationships and establishing patterns in yield and other cropping factors and interpretation of these patterns and relationships. AGRI 289. Agriculture Industry Training Agriculture Industry Training topics are developed by faculty to take advantage of learning opportunities that are available through industry professionals to prepare for required internships and potential careers. Topics covered must be directly related to the discipline under which credits are to be awarded. AGRI 291. Second Year Seminar This course is designed to address selected topics in agriculture. AGRI 292. Experimental Course AGRI 294. Independent Study

6 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) AGRI 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel AGRI 297. Cooperative Education/Internship Repeat Status: Repeatable up to 12.00 credits. AGRI 299. Special Topics ANSC 114. Introduction to Animal Sciences Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 114L. General principles of the livestock industry and relationship to mankind. ANSC 114L. Introduction to Animal Sciences Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 114. ANSC 114L is designed to complement topics covered in ANSC 114. ANSC 123. Feeds and Feeding Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 123L. Principles of feeding livestock including digestive systems, nutrient requirements, nutrient characteristics, and sources utilized in the formulation of balanced rations. ANSC 123L. Feeds and Feeding Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 123. ANSC 123L is designed to complement topics covered in ANSC 123. ANSC 192. Experimental Course ANSC 194. Independent Study

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 7 ANSC 195. Service Learning ANSC 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel ANSC 197. Cooperative Education/Internship ANSC 199. Special Topics ANSC 220. Livestock Production Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 220L. General production and management of major meat animal species. Topics include: production systems, feeding, facilities, health, economics, and marketing. ANSC 220L. Livestock Production Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, ANSC 220. ANSC 220L is designed to complement topics covered in ANSC 220. ANSC 252. Large Ruminant Production Large ruminant production will explore common production practices of beef and dairy in the upper midwest. A focus of the class will be making production decisions based profitability and efficiency. ANSC 292. Experimental Course ANSC 294. Independent Study

8 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) ANSC 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel ANSC 297. Cooperative Education/Internship ANSC 299. Special Topics ASM 130. Agriculture Industry Machinery Operation Operation of skid and oscillating loaders, fork lifts, tractors, trucks, trailers, agriculture application equipment and other agribusiness equipment. Students prepare for commercial drivers license. Defensive driving taught. Equipment lease service fee. ASM 175. Agriculture Industry Skills The purpose of this course is to provide students the basic fundamentals and applications of agriculture industry skills in electricity, plumbing, selecting and using hardware, measurement, and structures. ASM 192. Experimental Course ASM 194. Independent Study ASM 195. Service Learning ASM 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 9 ASM 197. Cooperative Education/Internship ASM 199. Special Topics ASM 292. Experimental Course ASM 294. Independent Study ASM 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel ASM 297. Cooperative Education/Internship ASM 299. Special Topics H&CE 192. Experimental Course H&CE 194. Independent Study

10 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) H&CE 195. Service Learning H&CE 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel H&CE 197. Cooperative Education/Internship H&CE 199. Special Topics H&CE 241. Leadership and Presentation Techniques Development of youth leadership professional in educational settings; methods, principles, and practices in organizing, developing, conducting, and evaluating community-based student organizations and student leadership programs. H&CE 281. Early Experience SPR Field-based experience in a middle or high school educational setting. Provides an opportunity to observe and interact with students, teachers, and administrators. H&CE 292. Experimental Course H&CE 294. Independent Study H&CE 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 11 H&CE 297. Cooperative Education/Internship H&CE 299. Special Topics PLSC 110. World Food Crops Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, PLSC 110L. Scientific principles of crop growth, worldwide production, management alternatives, and processing for domestic and international consumption. PLSC 110L. World Food Crops Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, PLSC 110. PLSC 110L is designed to complement topics covered in PLSC 110. PLSC 192. Experimental Course PLSC 194. Independent Study PLSC 195. Service Learning PLSC 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel PLSC 197. Cooperative Education/Internship

12 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) PLSC 199. Special Topics PLSC 223. Introduction to Weed Science Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, PLSC 223L. Introduction of a basic knowledge of weeds, herbicide groups, the use of pesticides, economic and environmental considerations, personal safety, modes of action and terminology. PLSC 223L. Introduction to Weed Science Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in, or previous successful completion of, PLSC 223. PLSC 223L is designed to complement topics covered in PLSC 223. PLSC 225. Principles of Crop Production Principles of field crop production with emphasis on relationships of crops to their climate and production considerations as a means of managing resources and the environment. PLSC 235. Field Scouting Techniques The purpose of this course is to provide students the skills necessary for proper pest identification and crop scouting techniques. Information such as crop growth and development, pest life cycles, damage symptoms and economic thresholds will be covered. Communications skills and presentation techniques will also be emphasized. PLSC 235L. Field Scouting Techniques Lab Prerequisite: PLSC 235. Repeat Status: Repeatable up to 4.00 credits. Typically Offered: SUMMER Field scouting activities will be done in the field at various locations throughout the summer to give the student practical field experience. PLSC 243. Advanced Weed Science Prerequisites: PLSC 223 and PLSC 223L. Interpretation and understanding of Herbicide Mode of Action, Herbicide Resistance, Herbicide Efficacy, Herbicide Toxicology, Herbicide Selectivity, and Characteristics of Weeds. PLSC 245. Advanced Crop Production Prerequisite: PLSC 225 or departmental approval. This is an advanced examination of crop production principles: nutrient management, soil and water management, integrated pest management, and crop management. PLSC 292. Experimental Course PLSC 294. Independent Study

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 13 PLSC 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel PLSC 297. Cooperative Education/Internship PLSC 299. Special Topics RNG 192. Experimental Course RNG 194. Independent Study RNG 195. Service Learning RNG 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel RNG 197. Cooperative Education/Internship RNG 199. Special Topics

14 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) RNG 236. Introduction to Range Management Principles of range management, which include plant identification, range evaluation, and range improvement. RNG 292. Experimental Course RNG 294. Independent Study RNG 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel RNG 297. Cooperative Education/Internship RNG 299. Special Topics SOIL 192. Experimental Course SOIL 194. Independent Study SOIL 195. Service Learning

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 15 SOIL 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel SOIL 197. Cooperative Education/Internship SOIL 199. Special Topics SOIL 210. Introduction to Soil Science Corequisite: Concurrent registration in or previous successful completion of SOIL 210L. Physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as related to use, conservation, and plant growth. SOIL 210L. Introduction to Soil Science Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in or previous successful completion of SOIL 210. SOIL 222. Soil Fertility and Fertilizers Corequisite: Concurrent registration in or previous successful completion of SOIL 222L. Principles of plant nutrition and soil nutrient availability; soil testing and fertilizer recommendations and management. Macronutrient emphasis. SOIL 222L. Soil Fertility and Fertilizers Lab Corequisite: Concurrent registration in or previous successful completion of SOIL 222. SOIL 292. Experimental Course SOIL 294. Independent Study SOIL 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel

16 Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) SOIL 297. Cooperative Education/Internship SOIL 299. Special Topics VETS 101. Introduction to Veterinary Science This course is an introduction to veterinary science. It will provide students with an overview of different breeds and species; disease and treatment fundamentals; veterinary terminology; basic pharmacology; dose calculations and public health. VETS 192. Experimental Course VETS 194. Independent Study VETS 195. Service Learning VETS 196. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel VETS 197. Cooperative Education/Internship VETS 199. Special Topics

Farm and Ranch Management (Agribusiness Management) 17 VETS 239. Animal Health Principles of animal health; prevention, sanitation, chemotherapy, immunology, disease symptoms, and management. VETS 292. Experimental Course VETS 294. Independent Study VETS 296. Study Tour be directly related to the academic field of study Some students may not qualify for study tours if their travel VETS 297. Cooperative Education/Internship VETS 299. Special Topics