Program Overview

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Agricultural Technology Management and Education: Teaching Emphasis

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Technology Management and Education aims to discover solutions to the world's social, environmental, economic, and resource challenges. Students who opt for the teaching emphasis prepare for a career in agricultural education in grades 9-12 and as FFA advisers, and also enjoy opportunities to educate the public in informal settings.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognize major models in Agriculture education and Communications
• Recognize the principles of leadership development.
• Analyze AFNR industry standards in contemporary systems.
• Recognize individuals' roles and relevant issues in agricultural technology and innovation.

Program Details

Sample Courses

• AED 301: Youth Leadership Development
• AED 405a: Principles of Career and Technical Education
• AED 438: The Teaching of Secondary School Agricultural Science

Career Fields

• Education
• Communications
• Journalism
• Literacy advocacy
• Nonprofit

Level of Math

Moderate Knowledge

The M-strand is for students who require mathematical facility at the level of at least MATH 112 (College Algebra Concepts) or 108 (Modeling with Algebraic and Trigonometric Functions). This strand involves reasonable facility with algebra and algebraic functions, graphs, and simple modeling. Students who choose the M-strand are prepared for further mathematical work.

Level of Second Language

2nd Semester Proficiency

Second-semester skill level in a second language is required. Non-B.A. degree students may fulfill this requirement with one of the following options:

1. Scoring the equivalent of second-semester skill level on an entrance or placement examination administered by The University of Arizona.
2. Completion with a C or better of a second semester course at the post-secondary level.
3. An AP (Advanced Placement), IB (International Baccalaureate) or CLEP (College Level Entrance Program) language score determined by the individual language department.
4. In the College of Engineering by a method determined within the College; however, all students in the college must also take a language placement examination on entrance to the University.

Pre-major Required?

No

This Major's College

College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sci

Degree

Bachelor of Science

Sample Plans

2025, Agricultural Technology Management and Education: Teaching Emphasis

• 4-Year Sample Plan
• Map Transfer Coursework
• Plan Ahead with a Transfer Pathway

First Year

• 1st Semester
  • Agricultural Mechanics I (3 credits)
  • Introduction to Agricultural Education (1 credit)
  • MATH Requirement MATH 112 or higher (based on math placement or AP/Transfer credits) (3 credits)
  • First-Year Composition I (ENGL 101, or ENGL 109H) (based on placement) (3 credits)
  • Second Language -First Semester (Second Language Exam or AP/Transfer Credit) (4 credits)
  • Introduction to the General Education Experience (Entry Course) (1 credit)
• 2nd Semester
  • First Year Composition II (ENGL 102, or ENGL 109H) (completion of ENGL101 or Placement) (3 credits)
  • Second Language - Second Semester (First Semester or Second Language placement) (3 credits)
  • CHEM 151 General Chemistry (MATH 112 or higher) (4 credits)
  • GE Core: Artist (3 credits)
  • GE Core: Humanist (3 credits)

Second Year

• 3rd Semester
  • Leadership and Communication (3 credits)
  • Soil Sciences (3 credits)
  • Soil Sciences (cocurrent enrollment with ENVS 200) (1 credit)
  • Introductory Biology I Lecture (3 credits)
  • Introductory Biology I Laboratory (1 credit)
  • GE Core: Social Sciences (3 credits)
  • GE Core: Building Connections (0 credits)
• 4th Semester
  • Introductory Biology II Lecture (3 credits)
  • Introductory Biology II Laboratory (1 credit)
  • Leadership and Communication (3 credits)
  • Agricultural Mechanics II (or AGTM 351 6TH Semester) (3 credits)
  • General Education Portfolio (Exit Course) (3 credits)
  • Gen Ed Core: Building Connections (3 credits)

Third Year

• 5th Semester
  • Economics and Business (3 credits)
  • Plant Science (Biology I and Chemistry I) (3 credits)
  • Animal Science (Biology I and Chemistry I) (3 credits)
  • Entomology (Student seeking Crop Advisor should take ENTO 468) (3 credits)
  • Advanced Agricultural Mechanics (3 credits)
  • GE Core: Building Connections (3 credits)
• 6th Semester
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Plant Science Elective (3 credits)
  • Animal Science Elective (3 credits)
  • Economics and Business Elective (3 credits)
  • Agricultural Mechanics II (or AGTM 330 4th semester) (3 credits)
  • General Education Portfolio (3 credits)

Fourth Year

• 7th Semester
  • Senior Capstone (1 credit)
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Teaching Certification (3 credits)
  • Leadership and Communication (3 credits)
  • Teaching Certification (3 credits)
• 8th Semester
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Professional Coursework (3 credits)
  • Professional Coursework (Teaching Capstone) (4 credits)

Map Transfer Coursework

Enter your coursework from Arizona universities or community colleges to see how they can map to this major.

Connect with The University of Arizona Academic Advisors to validate how your coursework will transfer.

Pathways

See the pathway agreement in place between Arizona in-state community colleges and The University of Arizona.

To see a pathway, select an Arizona college:

• Central Arizona College
• Chandler-Gilbert Community College
• Estrella Mountain Community College
• Gateway Community College
• Glendale Community College
• Mesa Community College
• Paradise Valley Community College
• Phoenix College
• Pima Community College
• Rio Salado College
• Scottsdale Community College
• South Mountain Community College

Pathways are designed for in-state transfer students who plan to attend The University of Arizona. Please use this information for reference only. To develop an individualized plan for transfer, work with your community colleges and The University of Arizona Academic Advisors.

All Pathways have accurate course equivalencies but may not include all possible requirements and are subject to change at any time. All posted Pathways (except Bachelor of Applied Science Pathways) fulfill an AGEC and most also fulfill an Associate Degree. Following a Pathway does not guarantee admission to The University of Arizona or to a specific UArizona college, major, or program.

To learn more about AGECs and transferring within Arizona, visit aztransfer.com.