The course is designed to include basic instruction on crop production statistics, cropping systems, crop rotation, plant breeding and trends within the industry. Special attention will be given to competitive preparation for NACTA (North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture) events and will include the Agronomic Quiz, Math Practical, Lab Practical and Plant and Seed Identification.
For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The agriculture program at SCCC provides opportunities to further each student’s knowledge of and skills in agricultural operations.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #3: Communicate their ideas clearly and proficiently in speaking, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
- Identify equipment, plants, and seeds common to Southwest Kansas
- Implement knowledge of nutrient management, pest management, crop management, and soil and water management in real-life scenarios
- Demonstrate ability to solve agronomic math
- Fundamentals of Crops Judging
- Agronomic Quiz
- Math Practical
- Lab Practical
- Plant and Seed Identification
- Lecture
- Discussion
- Class Handouts
- NACTA Constitution
- NACTA Crops Contest Information
- SCCC Outcome #1 will be assessed and measured by course participation and quizzes over course materials.
- SCCC Outcome #3 will be assessed and measured by practical assessments.
- SCCC Outcome #5 will be assessed and measured by quizzes.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.