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Sustainable Food and Agriculture Systems - Associate Degree
Program Code : 100903
As a graduate of the Sustainable Food and Agriculture Systems associate degree program , you ' re ready for careers in sustainable gardening , field crop production , livestock operations as well as emerging areas like aquaponics . You will have the necessary knowledge to run your own successful food-related business and add value to your farm products or be qualified for employment in a variety of positions associated with sustainable agriculture , including commercial gardens , livestock operations , farmer support , and local food system efforts .
Delivery
Day Full-time Part-time
Explore Locations
This program is offered at :
Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition : $ 10,711 , Books : $ 440 , Supplies : $ 225 Total Approximate Costs $ 11,376
This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )
Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ) College transcript
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .
Program Outcomes
Evaluate sustainable food systems and farms Balance soil health Make business and financial decisions Maintain farm records Market sustainable , diverse products Grow sustainable crops Practice animal husbandry Assist in the management of farm operations Innovate in value-added food and logistics Fill out organic certification paperwork and comply with standards Use effective oral and written communication skills Utilize problem solving skills Perform safe work practices
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Sustainable Food & Ag Systems associate degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10890101 - College 101 |
1 |
10090111 - Sustainable Ag : Issues & Pract |
2 |
10090118 - Beekeeping & Pollinators |
1 |
10090130 - Herbs & Health |
2 |
8 Week 2 |
10090139 - Org Soils , Nutrients , Compost |
2 |
10001117 - Applied Botany |
2 |
10090119 - Cheese Making & Fermentation |
1 |
10809198 - Intro to Psychology |
3 |
Semester Total 16
Second Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10090123 - Organic Poultry Management |
1 |
10090115 - Aquaculture / Aquaponics |
2 |
10090136 - Small Farm Tools & Equip |
2 |
10801136 - English Composition 1 |
3 |
8 Week 2 |
10090131 - Organic Gardening |
3 |
10090120 - Organic Livestock Practices |
2 |
10480101 - Renewable Energy & Sustainab |
4 |
Semester Total 15
Summer Before Third Semester |
10090127 - Summer Ag Internship |
2 |
10090410 - Tractor & Implmts : Safety / Oper |
1 |
Semester Total 3
Third Semester 8 Week 1 10090128 - Managed Grazing 2
10090137 - Fall Garden Mgmt 2 10804113 - College Technical Math 1A 3
8 Week 2 |
10090140 - Value Added Foods |
2 |
10801197 - Technical Reporting |
3 |
10090141 - Artisan Meats : Humane Harvest |
1 |
10809172 - Intro to Diversity Studies |
3 |
Semester Total 16
Fourth Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10090134 - Sustainable Ag & Food Business |
3 |
10090143 - Produce Safety & Organic Cert |
1 |
10090145 - Organic Field Crops |
2 |
10101190 - Accounting-QuickBooks |
1 |
8 Week 2 |
10090129 - Food Systems ; Food Quality |
2 |
10090142 - Permaculture : Edbl Lndsp & Hmstd |
3 |
Semester Total 12
Total Credits 62
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .
Students completing General Studies courses at NWTC must earn a " C " or better in English Composition to enroll in Technical Reporting 505