Program Overview

Agricultural Technology Management and Education: Agricultural Technology Management Emphasis

Overview

Be on the forefront of advancements in the agricultural industry - from horticultural management and crop production to animal agriculture. Agriculture has evolved from hand hoes and sickles to today's tools: drones, crop sensors and drought-resistant plants. Students who select the Agricultural Technology Management emphasis of the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Technology Management and Education specialize in one of six areas: controlled environment agriculture, field crop production and management, information systems, horticulture management, turf grass management or animal agriculture. They will develop a strong foundation of technical expertise and field experience, learning how to use technology and modern techniques. Coursework focuses on skill development in areas such as lab and shop safety, applications in agricultural mechanics, operations in urban agricultural mechanization, and irrigation and turf maintenance.

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

• AGTM 100: Principles and Practices in Agricultural Mechanics
• AGTM 350: Applications in Agricultural Mechanics
• AGTM 351: Operations in Agricultural Mechanization

Career Fields

• Equipment operations
• Greenhouse industries
• Ranch management
• Solar industries
• Turf and landscape management

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. This work may include MATH 107 (Exploring and Understanding Data), MATH 113 (Elements of Calculus), MATH 116 (Calculus Concepts for Business), MATH 119A (Mathematics of Biological Systems: A Calculus Based Approach), or a statistics class from outside the Mathematics Department, such as ISTA 116 (Statistical Foundations for the Information Age) or SBS 200 (Statistics for the Social Sciences).

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: Agricultural Technology Management Emphasis

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

First Year

• 1st Semester
  • Agricultural Mechanics I (3)
  • Introduction to Agricultural Education (1)
  • First Year Composition I- (ENGL 101,ENGL 107, (Honors-ENGL 109H)) (3)
  • Math Requirement: Math 112 or Higher Or approved AP /Transfer courses (3)
  • Introduction to the General Education Experience (Entry Course) (1)
  • Second Language First Semester (4)
• 2nd Semester
  • First Year Composition II (ENGL 102,ENGL 108, (Honors-ENGL 109H)) (3)
  • Second Language Second Semester (4)
  • First Semester Chemistry (also satisfies Natural Scientist) (4)
  • GE Core: Artist (3)
  • GE Core: Humanist (3)

Second Year

• 3rd Semester
  • Leadership and Communication (3)
  • Soil Sciences (3)
  • Soil Sciences (1)
  • Introductory Biology I (3)
  • Introductory Biology I (1)
  • GE Core: Social Sciences (3)
  • GE Core: Building Connections (3)
• 4th Semester
  • Introductory Biology II (3)
  • Introductory Biology II (1)
  • Advanced Composition (ENGL 307 and ENGL 308 also satisfies Building Connections) (3)
  • General Education Portfolio (Exit Course) (3)
  • Leadership and Communication (3)
  • Leadership and Innovation (0)

Third Year

• 5th Semester
  • Advanced Agricultural Mechanics (3)
  • Leadership and Communications (3)
  • Economics and Business (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course - Upper Division (3)
  • General Education Building Connections (3)
  • General Education Portfolio - Exit Course (1)
• 6th Semester
  • Advanced Animal/Plant Science (4)
  • Emphasis Area Course - Upper Division (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course - Upper Division (3)
  • Economics and Business Elective (3)

Fourth Year

• 7th Semester
  • Senior Capstone (1)
  • Statistics (4)
  • Leadership and Innovation (EDL 370 or ALC 411) (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course - Upper Division (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course - Upper Division (3)
  • Internship (1)
• 8th Semester
  • Entomology (3)
  • Agricultural Mechanics II (AGTM 351 or AGTM 330 6th semester) (0)
  • Emphasis Area Course (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course (Upper Division recommended) (3)
  • Emphasis Area Course (Upper Division recommended) (3)