The Associate of Applied Science in Agriculture program prepares students with classes in the basic agricultural and foundation sciences; business and economics, education, communication, technology, agronomy, animal science, mechanics and horticulture. The purpose of this program is to prepare individuals to apply the broad-based curriculum towards an agricultural career as professional educators, communicators and leaders of agricultural, natural resource, technology and related disciplines. The courses provided through this program will assist in building a strong base of students who are willing to pursue further education opportunities in the agriculture industry. New Mexico has a viable and productive agricultural industry, with cash receipts totaling more than $3 billion and a total economic impact with over $6 billion. These facts alone constitute an educated workforce that is prepared for the ever-changing markets and production of the state’s food supply, natural resources, and environment. This degree will equip students with the necessary skills for employment within this growing industry.
A Suggested Plan of Study
Additional classes may be needed based on placement test results and/or course prerequisites. Visit with an advisor for help with creating a customized plan.
Plan of Study Grid
First Year |
Fall |
ACOM 1130G |
Effective Leadership and Communication in Agriculture () |
3 |
ANSC 1120 & 1120L |
Introduction to Animal Science and Introduction to Animal Science Laboratory |
4 |
AGRO 1110G |
Introduction to Plant Science (Lecture & Laboratory) () |
4 |
BCIS 1110 |
Fundamentals of Information Literacy and Systems |
3 |
| Hours | 14 |
Spring |
ANSC 2330 |
Animal Production |
3 |
AEEC 2130G |
Survey of Food and Agricultural Issues () |
3 |
MATH 1215 |
Intermediate Algebra |
3 |
WELD 105 |
Introduction to Welding |
3 |
1 |
3 |
| Hours | 15 |
Second Year |
Fall |
AEEC 1110 |
Introduction to Agricultural Economics and Business |
3 |
AXED 1130 |
Techniques in Agricultural Mechanization |
3 |
BIOL 2610G & BIOL 2610L |
Principles of Biology: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution and Principles of Biology: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution Laboratory |
4 |
1 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
| Hours | 16 |
Spring |
AEEC 2110 |
Principles of Food and Agribusiness Management |
3 |
AGRO 2160 |
Plant Propagation |
3 |
ECON 2110G
|
Macroeconomic Principles
or Microeconomic Principles |
3 |
POLS 1120G |
American National Government |
3 |
|
3 |
| Hours | 15 |
| Total Hours | 60 |