2301. Principles of Agribusiness Management. 3(3-0)
An introduction to agribusiness management focused around the four functions of management: planning, organizing, controlling and directing. Applications of budgeting and elementary economic analysis.

2317. Introduction to Agricultural Economics. (AGRI 2317) 3(3-0)
An introduction to agricultural economics including consumer and producer theory, marginal analysis, the definition of supply and demand, their movements and role in price determination and market characteristics.

3310. Food and Agricultural Product Retailing. 3(3-0)
Industrial organization and historical development of the grocery business. Examination of the food chain, perishable product storage and distribution and centralized purchasing functions. Management of the retail profit function with consideration of customer psychology and behavior. Retail food safety with Hazard Assessment and Critical Control Points (HACCP).

3350. Marketing of Farm Products. 3(3-0)
Estimating prospective demands for farm products in relation to supplies, improving the accuracy of the system that reflects consumers' demands to producers and reducing costs and increasing efficiency of marketing. Prerequisite: AGBU 2317.

3355. International Agribusiness Marketing. 3(3-0)
Description of major markets and competition. Effects of U.S. agricultural trade policies and exchange rates on agriculture and firm rationalization. Topics include strategic alliance formation, market entry strategy, business ethics and corruption, pricing and terms of sale, payment methods, trade finance, cultural analysis, Foreign Trade Zones and Foreign Sales corporations.

3360. Agricultural Law. 3(3-0)
Laws affecting the organization and decision of agricultural enterprises.

3371. Farm Management. 3(3-0)
Types of farming, size of farms, capital requirements, methods of renting, farm equipment, cropping and marketing system, credit system and farm accounts. Prerequisite: AGBU 2317.

3380. Environmental Economics. 3(3-0)
The human-environment relationship studied relative to economic issues of property rights, externalities and resource scarcity as they relate to markets, economies and sustainable development. Prerequisite: AGBU 2317.

3390. Special Topics in Agribusiness. 3(3-0)
Selected topics not currently available in existing courses. May be repeated once under different topic. Prerequisite: junior standing.

3995. Internship. V:1-9
Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in approached agriculture enterprises or agency setting with practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject area without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. Maximum of nine semester hours toward the degree. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

4325. Rangeland Resource Economics. 3(3-0)
Economics, management and planning of the ranching industry, range livestock and natural resources. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of agribusiness.

4350. Agricultural Finance. 3(3-0)
Monetary affairs of farming and ranching emphasizing the Farm Credit Administration, credit policies, facilities, procurement, statement analysis, cost of capital, firm growth and management of financial resources.

4360. Agricultural Price Analysis. 3(3-0)
Investigation of market operations which determine prices in the agricultural industry. Types of markets that affect price, cycles and trends; relative government policy and techniques of price analysis. Prerequisite: AGBU 3350.

4370. Food Logistics Management. 3(3-0)
The planning, implementation and control of cost-effective inventory and flow of raw agricultural commodities and finished food products. Management of in-process inventories as goods move from point of origin to point of consumption to meet customer expectations and earn a profit. Prerequisite: BUAD 3355.

4395. Problems in Agribusiness. V:1-3
Literature review, laboratory or field problem. May be repeated for a total of six semester hours. Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

1130. Rodeo Participation and Management. 1(0-4)
Introduces the student to the culture, practice and business of rodeo. Students acquire knowledge about rodeo organizations, rough stock and timed events and professional rules and policies. Includes extensive student participation in rodeo practice and competition events. May be repeated one time for credit. Prerequisite: instructor’s approval.

1231. Supervised Farm and Ranch Practices. 2(0-6)
Introduces the student to common farm techniques and management practices. Students acquire hands-on experience with the management and husbandry of common agricultural livestock species, agricultural equipment operation and maintenance and crop production.

1352. Welding. (AGRI 2304) 3(1-4)
Techniques of oxy-acetylene processes in fusion welding of mild steel, bronze welding, hard facing and oxy-acetylene cutting; skills of arc welding in level, horizontal, vertical and overhead position. Laboratory fee, $5.

1451. Introduction to Agricultural Systems. 4(3-2)
A study and application of basic agricultural system processes. Includes design graphics, use of basic tools and machines, instrumentation and basic construction. Laboratory fee, $20.

3352. Agricultural Power and Machinery. 3(2-2)
Study of internal combustion engines; principles of operation, construction, ignition, carbureting, cooling systems, lubrication, transmission and diesel engines. Agricultural machinery design, construction and use. Prerequisite: AGSC 1451. Laboratory fee, $5.

3363.Program Planning for Agricultural Science and Technology. 3(3-0)
Planning, delivering and evaluating programs for agricultural service agencies such as the cooperative extension service, Natural Resources Conservation Service and any other public or private agency which is responsible for the dissemination of information. Time management, public relations, identification of program goals and industry needs, community needs.

3367. Introduction to Agricultural Science and Technology. 3(3-0)
Philosophy, aims and objectives of agriculture science and technology; historical background of agricultural service agencies and organizations programs; career opportunities and qualifications of personnel as related to agricultural service agencies. Prerequisite: junior standing.

3390. Special Topics in Agricultural Science. 3(2-2)
Selected topics not currently available in existing courses. May be repeated once under a different topic. Prerequisite: junior standing.

3995. Internship. V:1-9
Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in approached agriculture enterprises or agency setting with practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject areas without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. Maximum of nine semester hours toward the degree. Prerequisite: written consent of adviser and dean.

4353. Agricultural Building Requirements. 3(2-2)
Construction materials, costs, environment, arrangements and types of structures. Plans and drawings will be made for farmsteads, service buildings and dwellings. Prerequisite: AGSC 1451. Laboratory fee, $5.

4361. Methods, Materials, Techniques and Classroom Management. 3(2-2)
Methods, materials and techniques in teaching agricultural science; essential elements; daily and annual teaching plans; curriculum organization, planning and evaluation; instructional methods and strategies, adult and young farmer education; students with special needs; and basic principles and procedures of classroom management. Prerequisite: AGSC 3367.

4395. Problems in Agricultural Sciences. V:1-3
Literature review, laboratory or field problem. May be repeated for a total of six semester hours. Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.

4666. Student Teaching in Agricultural Science and Technology. 6
Student teaching in agricultural science classes in selected secondary schools. Requires daily (Monday through Friday) laboratory experience of performing the duties of an agricultural science teacher for at least nine weeks. Prerequisites: overall grade point average of 2.5 or better; junior or senior standing; AGSC 3367, AGSC 4361.

1201. Agriculture and Human Sciences as Professions. 2(2-0)
Designed to help the student define the role of Agriculture and Human Sciences in society. The students will increase their abilities in critical thinking, analysis and communication.

3350. Collective Leadership in Agriculture and Human Sciences. 3(3-0)
Through the issue of case studies, reflective analysis, scenario learning and service learning, students will develop leadership skills in a systems thinking approach to issues in agriculture and human sciences, by application of knowledge in real world contexts. Students will acquire an understanding of the inextricable relationship between agriculture, human sciences and
society. Prerequisite: junior standing.

3995. Internship. V:1-9
Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in approached agricultural enterprises or agency setting with practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject areas without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. Maximum of nine semester hours toward the degree. Prerequisite: written consent of advisor and dean.

4171. Seminar. 1(1-0)
A review of current literature on agricultural subjects. Assigned reading on selected topics with weekly conferences.

1407. General Plant Science. (AGRI 1407) 4(3-2)
Fundamental principles underlying the selection, growth, development, maintenance, improvement, utilization and harvesting of cultivated plants. Laboratory fee, $5.

2315. Introductory Horticulture. (AGRI 1315) 3(3-0)
Fundamental basis of horticulture. Emphasis on home gardening, the uses of horticultural plants and their importance to human civilization. Open to all university students.

3319. Landscape Design. 3(2-2)
Fundamentals of landscape design including historical survey of garden designs, site analysis, development and evaluation of exterior and interior environments of residential, school, commercial and public park areas. Open to all university students. Prerequisite: BIOL 1311 plus BIOL 1111, or PLSS 1407 or PLSS 2315 or an equivalent course. Laboratory fee, $5.

3320. Soil Morphology and Classification. 3(2-2)
The genesis and evolution of soil profiles as influenced by soil forming agencies, classification schemes, soil survey techniques and utilization of soil maps in management of the soil. Prerequisite: PLSS 3410. Laboratory fee, $5.

3321. Soil and Water Conservation and Management. 3(3-0)
Methods of reclamation, conservation and management of soils based on the kinds of soils and adapted crops. Prerequisite: PLSS 3410 or its equivalent.

3325. Field and Forage Crop Production 3(3-0)
Production practices, produce quality, environmental considerations in the production of field crops and forage crops. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407.

3331. Ornamental Plant Materials. 3(3-0)
Characteristics, description, identification and landscape uses of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, ground-covers and grasses adapted to tropic and subtropical zones of the world. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407 or PLSS 2315 or equivalent course.

3332. Plant Propagation. 3(2-2)
A study of principles and practices of asexual and sexual propagation of horticultural crops. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407 or PLSS 2315 or an equivalent course. Laboratory fee, $5.

3334. Weed Control. 3(2-2)
Growth, dissemination, economic importance, distribution and control methods of weeds. Chemistry and application of herbicides. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours of chemistry; PLSS 1407.

3344. Fruit and Vegetable Production. 3(2-2)
A study of principles and practices used in commercial production, harvesting, storage and processing of fruit and vegetable crops. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407 or PLSS 2315 or an equivalent course. Laboratory fee, $5.

3381. Crop Physiology. 3(3-0)
Physiological concepts underlying the practices utilized in crop production systems as related to growth processes and their mechanisms. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407.

3995. Internship. V:1-9
Supervised and planned work experience under college guidelines in approached agricultural enterprises or agency setting with practical application of knowledge and skills of major subject areas without classroom consultation, but with formal evaluation. Maximum of nine semester hours toward the degree. Prerequisite: written consent of advisor and dean.

3410. Principles of Soil Science. 4(3-2)
Fundamental principles underlying the formation, characteristics and management of soil. Prerequisites: 3 semester hours of Chemistry. Laboratory fee, $5.

4313. Landscape Maintenance and Construction. 3(2-2)
Grading, drainage and construction of landscaped areas to include cost and bid estimation, soil preparation, transplanting operations, arboriculture, turf management, pest and disease control and general maintenance of landscaped areas. Prerequisite: PLSS 3319 or approval of instructor. Laboratory fee, $5.

4325. Plant Breeding and Genetics. 3(3-0)
Methods of plant breeding applied to agronomic and horticultural crops to ultimate development of superior varieties. Practical application of Mendelian genetics in the breeding and improvement of crop plants. Prerequisites: BIOL 3302; 6 semester hours of 3000 and/or 4000 level plant science or botany courses.

4326. Tropical and Subtropical Crops. 3(3-0)
Tropical and subtropical climates and physiography related to production and management of tropical and subtropical crops including fruits and vegetables, root and tuber crops, beverage crops, oil and industrial crops, legumes, spices, herbs and medicinal plants. Recent significant development in production technology will be presented. Prerequisite: junior or senior
standing or permission of the instructor.

4327. Plant Soil Water Relations. 3(3-0)
The water-related properties of plants and soil, the properties of water and the natural processes that affect the behavior of water in plants. Prerequisite: PLSS 3410.

4328. Plant Disease and Pest Control. 3(3-0)
Comprehensive study of diseases and arthropod pests of cultivated crop plants with emphasis on symptoms identification, economic importance and control measures. The concept of integrated pest management is discussed. Prerequisite: senior standing.

4329. Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition. 3(2-2)
The principles of soil fertility, mechanisms of plant nutrient uptake and plant nutrient requirements. Includes a study of soil fertility management. Laboratory exercises involve soil testing and data interpretation. Prerequisite: PLSS 3410. Laboratory fee, $5.

4331. Greenhouse Crop Production. 3(2-2)
Commercial production and management of floricultural crops in greenhouses, modern nurseries and other forcing structures. Prerequisite: PLSS 1407 or PLSS 2315 or approval of instructor. Laboratory fee, $5.

4390. Studies in Plant and Soil Science. 3(3-0)
Material offered to be determined by the needs of the students. Laboratory and lecture will vary according to the subject needs with each course having three hour credit. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. May be taken for graduate credit within the limits of the graduate degree program. Prerequisite: senior standing.

4395. Problems in Plant and Soil Science. V:1-3
Literature review, laboratory field problem. May be repeated for a total of six semester hours. Prerequisite: approval of supervising professor.