Agriculture General Info
This online two year AAS degree in agriculture provides students the opportunity to seek employment in numerous careers which include ag sales, farm management, supplies and service, and production. The required coursework will provide students with a broad foundation and yet students may target their specific area of interest through selection of their ag electives. Whether you wish to be a full-time student or to take a particular course relating to your role in agriculture, this program can meet your needs. If you have found dedicating specific times to attend classes a challenge, this program will allow extreme flexibility in the fact that all courses will be delivered via internet.
Award
- Associate of Applied Science
Student Profile
- Desire to work in Ag industry, but cannot attend class on campus
- Meets needs of students who require a flexible schedule
Program Location
- This program is fully online, however, some courses are available on campus.
Contact Admissions
- 712-344-0657
- 800-352-4907
- Email Admissions
Student Story Jason Grover
“I had family who came to NCC and recommended it. NCC is a friendly environment. I received a scholarship which made me feel good, and I appreciate the investment they put in me!”
Independence, IA
Requirements for this program
| Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST YEAR | ||
| FALL SEMESTER | 18 | |
| AGA181-A | Introduction to Crop Science | 3 |
| AGA154-A | Fundamentals of Soil Science | 3 |
| AGB466-A | Agricultural Finance | 3 |
| AGS113-A | Survey of the Animal Industry | 3 |
| AGS242-A | Animal Health | 3 |
| ECN130-A | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| SPRING SEMESTER | 18 | |
| AGB235-A | Introduction to Agriculture Markets | 3 |
| AGB330-A | Farm Business Management | 3 |
| AGB336-A | Agricultural Selling | 3 |
| Elective | Agriculture | 3 |
| Elective | Communications* | 3 |
| Elective | Math* | 3 |
| SECOND YEAR | ||
| FALL SEMESTER | 15 | |
| AGB437-A | Commodity Marketing | 3 |
| AGP329-A | Introduction to GPS | 3 |
| CSC110-A | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Elective | Agriculture | 3 |
| Elective | Agriculture | 3 |
| SPRING SEMESTER | 15 | |
| AGH284-A | Pesticide Application Certification | 3 |
| AGB331-A | Entrepreneurship in Agriculture | 3 |
| Elective | Agriculture | 3 |
| Elective | Agriculture | 3 |
| Elective | General Education* | 3 |
| ELECTIVE COURSES | ||
| AGC420-A | Issues in Agriculture | 3 |
| AGA158-A | Soil Fertility | 3 |
| AGA390-A | Introduction to Renewable Resources | 3 |
| AGB210-E | Ag Law | 2 |
| AGC403-A | Sustainable Agriculture | 2 |
| AGH131-A | Greenhouse Management | 3 |
| AGS226-A | Beef Cattle Science | 3 |
| AGS270-A | Foods of Animal Origin | 3 |
| AGS319-A | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| AGS331-A | Animal Reproduction | 3 |
| AGT250-A | Food and Biosecurity Issues | 1 |
| Total Credits | 66 |
*You may select any course with an A or E suffix; those planning to complete a Bachelor’s degree are encouraged to take A level courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Core courses range from Farm Management, Soils, and Animal Health, to Ag Selling and Introduction to GPS. Students also select Ag electives from their major area of interest.
This program is offered completely online. However, some courses are available on campus.
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Office will work with you to reach the goal of attending college. Federal and state programs, scholarships and other funding sources, may be available to help you to afford college. We know there are a lot of questions and stress planning to pay for a college education. The Financial Aid Office staff administers aid programs and counsels students in planning individual methods of meeting college costs. Contact the Financial Aid Office for answers to any questions regarding financial aid. What are you waiting for? Let’s get started! Northwest Iowa Community College follows a nationally accepted philosophy in administering financial aid programs.
