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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Variable credits quarters: Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: F The introduction of micro-economic principles with application to agriculture. The importance of agriculture in our economy and the general organization of agriculture are presented. Students will examine input and production, supply and demand, and marketing principles. The principles will be utilized to develop practical, managerial, decision-making skills.
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: W-odd Years The components of an effective record-keeping system for production enterprises are presented. Application of record-keeping is practiced using handwritten and computer software methods. Also discussed are methods for developing financial statements and using them to measure performance and efficiency of agricultural production enterprises. The importance of using budget development, investment analysis techniques, various sources of capital, and risk management skills for effective farm management decisions are also emphasized.
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: W There are over 50 wineries of diverse size in the Yakima Valley, and the number of wineries continues to increase. Students will have the opportunity to review economic and management principles and apply them for effective and efficient business and operational planning and winery management.
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: F An introductory course presenting principles of anatomy, morphology, physiology, and growth of crop plants. The effects of environmental conditions, cultural practices, and management techniques on plant growth, development, yield, and quality are discussed. Students are introduced to important crops of Washington as well as principles of their production, propagation, and quality evaluation. This course is cross disciplined. Credit cannot be given for both AGSCI 101 and BIOL 107. Prerequisite: ENGL 075 or permission of instructor. Distribution: NS (L)
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: S-Years Methods and practices of irrigation used in crop production in Central Washington. Principles of soil/plant water relationships and irrigation system design will be introduced. The issues of water sources, consumption amounts, and water quality along with their effects on water management decisions will be presented.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits quarters: S Introductory-level enology course that will give an overview of the elements of viticulture and vinfication involved in quality wine production. Topics will include fermentation, winery operations, roles of equipment, and technology.
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5.00 Credits
5 credits quarters: F Introduction to the breeds and breed types of typical farm animals. The course will provide a general introduction to reproduction, care, and feeding or common agricultural animals with consideration of problems related to the local area. This course includes 4 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Placement testing eligibility for ENGL 075 and READ 081 or higher.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits quarters: W This course will focus on defining the concept of terroir and what makes Washington unique in the world of wine. The geologic history of Washington and its effect on the formation of soil will be discussed with comparisons to the great wine grape-growing areas of the world. Common Course Numbers include the symbol (&) and are used at all Washington community and technical colleges to identify equivalent courses. Quarters listed are for the 2008-2009 year only, and all courses are subject to change.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits quarters: F An introduction to the science and cultivation of growing grapes, including history, biology, climate, vineyard management practices, common pests and diseases, and establishment and training practices. Also included is a general overview of grape quality as it related to harvest.
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