A study of the principles of plant ecology physiology and the taxonomical divisions of economically significant plants. This course is designed to introduce and develop botanical principles regarding economic plant production practices and problems. A laboratory period is an integral part of the course designed to give the student opportunity for methodical and direct observations of plant morphology, taxonomy, and ecological principles of plant growth.
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 #2: Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations.
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.
- Students will gain an understanding of the general principles of crop science
- Students will be able to identify crops of the grass family
- Students will be able to identify legumes
- Students will be able to identify crops of other plant families
- General Principles of Crop Production
- Crops of the Grass Family
- Crops of the Legume Family
- Crops of Other Plant Families
- Lecture and Class Discussion
- Handouts, mass media, etc.
- Presentations/ Projects
CEV
- Course textbook
SCCC Outcome 1 will be assessed by class participation and weekly quizzes
SCCC Outcome 2 will be assessed by discussion board posts and replies
SCCC Outcome 3 will be assessed by classroom participation and final presentation
SCCC Outcome 5 will be assessed by the final presentation
SCCC Policy
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Seward County Community College (SCCC) is committed to ensuring digital and physical accessibility for all students, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. In alignment with the U.S. Department of Justice Title II accessibility compliance deadlines, SCCC continues to enhance the accessibility of its instructional materials, technology, and online content.
SCCC utilizes tools to evaluate and improve the accessibility of digital course content and help the College reach its compliance goals.
If you need support or academic accommodations due to a documented disability, please contact the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or visit the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic Building, Room A149.
To promote equal access, SCCC strives to provide captions and transcripts for all course videos and multimedia materials. If you encounter any issues with captions, transcripts, or other accessibility features in this course, please notify your instructor immediately so the issue can be addressed and corrected as quickly as possible.
SCCC remains committed to creating a learning environment that ensures all students can fully participate in academic programs and college activities.