Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture
and Technical Studies is exempt from the Dickinson State University's
course numbering system due to common course numbering in agriculture within
the North Dakota University System
AGEC 142 - Agricultural Accounting
3
An introduction to the preparation of farm records and financial statements for use in business analysis. Fall
AGEC 244 - Introduction to Agricultural Marketing
3
A study of the agricultural marketing system to include cash marketing, commodity futures trading, branded products merchandising and the interrelationships of the government and international trade. Pre-requisite: Permission of the instructor. Fall
AGEC 246 - Introduction to Agricultural Finance 3
Introduction to Agricultural finance; Provides background in farm and agribusiness credit use and evaluation. Discussion of specific financial conditions on farms and in agri-business. Spring
AGEC 342 - Introduction to Agricultural Management 3
Economic and managerial concepts related to farm or agribusiness production process development or cost data, enterprise analysis, organization, and management of production inputs. Pre-requisite: AGEC 246 - Introduction to Agricultural Finance or permission of the instructor. Spring
AGEC 374 - Cooperatives
3
Theory, practice, and evaluation of cooperatives including principles, management, marketing, finance, taxes, legal issues, and adjusting to change. Fall
AGEC 375 - Applied Agricultural Law
3
Study of laws affecting agriculture and agribusiness including property ownership, financial relations, and environmental regulation. Spring
AGEC 387 - Commodity Futures and Options 3
Fundamental and technical aspects of the futures market including charting, trends and signals, and the use of options. Students conduct simulated trades to get a feel for hedging and speculation. Skills are developed to allow students to use futures and options in developing their personal marketing plans. Pre-requisite: AGEC 244 - Introduction to Agricultural Marketing or permission of the instructor. Spring
AGRI 115 - Agriculture Math
2
Students will apply practical math skills to master mathematical concepts intrinsic to producing, processing, and marketing agricultural products. Fall
AGRI 118 - Agriculture Leadership Practicum 1
Active participation in Ag Club will enhance leadership, employment, and organizational skills. The student will be exposed to competition in salesmanship, employment interview, career planning, and crop and livestock production. May be repeated to earn eight semester hours with two accepted as electives toward graduation with A.S. degree. Fall, Spring
AGRI 259 - Surveying
2
This course will consider the mechanics of soil and water management and conservation including chaining, surveying, topographic survey, contouring, draining, etc. Taught as needed.
AGRI 280 - Computers in Agriculture
3
An introduction to the vast array of computer technology, internet usage, and software directly related to agriculture. Specialized agriculture software directly related to agriculture. Specialized agriculture software (herd management, financial, crop, mapping, decision aiding, etc.) will be presented through demonstrations, student usage, or visitations to software company web sites. Fall, Spring
ARSC 114 - Introduction to Animal Sciences 3
An introduction to the recommended management and production
practice for food producing animals. Fall
ARSC 123 - Feeds and Feeding
3
Principles of feeding livestock including digestive
systems, nutrient requirements, nutrient characteristics, and sources utilized
in the formulation of balanced rations. Fall
ARSC 220 - Livestock Production
3
General production and management of major meat animal
species. Topics include: production systems, feeding, facilities, health economics,
and marketing. Spring
ARSC 247 - Processing of Meat Animal Carcasses 3
Processing of meat animal carcasses into National Association
of Meat Purveyors (NAMP) wholesale and retail cuts. Fall
ARSC 260 - Light Horse Management
2
Care, management, and feeding of light horses. Spring
ARSC 336 - Introduction to Range Management 3
Principles of range management which include plant
identification, range evaluation, and range improvement. Fall
ARSC 445 - Problems in Livestock Management 2-4
Course will cover selected problems in livestock production
common to class members and not covered in other animal science courses. Courses
may be repeated for an additional two credits. Fall
ARSC 458 - Grazing Ecology
3
Grazing processes and systems and their effects on plants and herbivores.
Spring
ARSC 463 - Physiology of Reproduction
4
Anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology of reproduction in mammals. Extensive oral and written communication experience. Spring
ARSC 491 - Seminar
1-6
Students will critically analyze and propose research-based solutions to problems related to agricultural issues concerning natural resources, business/marketing and/or integrated management. Pre-requisite: Senior standing. Spring
ASM 125 - Fabrication and Construction
2
Introduction to materials, methods, and tools used in fabrication, installation, and maintenance of agricultural production and processing facilities. Fall
ASM 155 - Agriculture Welding
3
Principles and operation of oxyacetylene, electrode, and wire feed welding including safety, electrode selection, making welds on common materials, brazing, cutting, with labs on new and repair projects. Fall, Spring
ASM 253 - Small Engines
2
Principles, maintenance, trouble shooting, and overhaul of small engines. Includes two-stroke and four stroke engines. Taught as needed.
ASM 255 - Advanced Welding
2
Includes use of MIG welder and plasma arc torch; also includes hard surfacing, brazing welding cast iron, aluminum, stainless and spring steel, and out-of-position welding. Pre-requisite: ASM 155 - Agriculture Welding. Fall, Spring
ASM 378 - Machinery Principles and Management 3
Principles of agricultural machinery manufacture, sales, operation, and management. Topics include selection, replacement, operation, application, and maintenance. Spring
HORT 270 - Horticulture Science
3
Principles of plant classification, structure, function, growth, propagation, culture, and the use of horticultural crops. Covers vegetable and fruit production in the home garden, growing flowers and planting flower beds, and landscaping principles and materials. Spring
H&CE 241 - Leadership and Presentation Techniques 3
Development of youth leadership professionals in educational settings; methods, principles, and practices in organizing, developing, conducting and evaluating community-based student organizations and student leadership programs. Fall
H&CE 281 - Early Experience
1
Field-based experience in a middle or high school educational setting. Provides an opportunity to observe and interact with students, teachers, and administrators. Site options include schools and extension office. Cross-listed with SEED 298 - Pre-Professional Experience: Secondary. Fall, Spring, Summer
PLSC 110 - World Food Crops
3
Scientific principles of crop growth, worldwide production, management alternatives, and processing for domestic and international consumption. Fall
PLSC 225 - Principles of Crop Production 3
PLSC 230 - Grain and Seed Analysis
2
Principles of grain grading and seed analysis in accordance with state and federal regulations and standards, but crops of regional importance will also be discussed. Offered on demand
PLSC 323 - Principles of Weed Science
3
SOIL 210 - Introduction to Soil Science
4
Physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as related to use, conservation, and plant growth. Pre-requisite: Chem 115 - Introductory Chemistry I or permission of the instructor. Fall
SOIL 321 - Soil Management and Conservation 3
Principles and practices of soil management and conservation planning in relation to erosion, tillage systems, crop production, sustainability, and environmental quality. Pre-requisite: SOIL 210 - Introduction to Soil Science or permission of instructor. Spring, odd number years
SOIL 322 - Soil Fertility and Fertilizers
3
Principles of plant nutrition and soil nutrient availability, soil testing, fertilizer recommendations and management. Marco nutrient emphasis. Pre-requisite: SOIL 210 - Introduction to Soil Science or permission of instructor. Spring, even numbered years
VETS 339 - Animal Health
3
Principles of animal health; prevention, sanitation, chemotherapy, immunology, disease symptoms, and management. Pre-requisite: ARSC 114 - Introduction to Animal Sciences or permission of the instructor. Spring
AGRI 292, 492 - Experimental Course
1-6
A new course not listed in the catalog that has the potential for being added to the curriculum.
AGRI 293, 493 - Peer Tutoring
1-6
Students may earn credits by offering their services to other students by assisting them with their studies as an academic tutor. Tutors are needed every semester in almost all academic areas. Interested students should contact Student Support Services (second floor) May Hall, room 211, for specific information. (Maximum eight credits may be applied to graduation.)
AGRI 294, 494 - Independent Study, Undergraduate Research 1-6
Independent Study: An individualized study not listed as a regular course in the University catalog. Content, etc., to be determined by instructor and student. Fall, Spring, Summer
Undergraduate Research: Research topic must be approved prior to registration by instructor. Written analysis of research activities required at end of semester.
AGRI 295, 495 - Service Learning
1-6
Credit may be granted for certain extra-curricular activities for which there is a direct connection and correlation between the activity and the academic objectives of a specific course in the University catalog. The appropriateness of the activity and subsequently awarding of academic credit will be at the discretion of the appropriate departmental chair.
AGRI 296, 496 - Study Tours
1-6
Provides students the opportunity to make an extensive trip to a location either inside or outside the United States, which will subsequently provide the student with life experiences that relate directly to a specific academic discipline. Not available in all departments. Available at departmental and discipline discretion only.
AGRI 297, 497 - Agriculture Management Internship, A, B, C;
Externship; Cooperative Education
1-12
Student will be placed in an off-campus company or agency which will provide the student with specific activities what will demonstrate the correlation between academic study and an actual work experience. The number of credits will be determined by the length of the internship and the hours worked. Fall, Spring, Summer
AGRI 299, 499 - Special Topics, Readings 1-6
SPECIAL TOPICS: A uniquely-designed advanced topics course within a specific discipline. Course content and other related academic requirements to be determined by the instructor. Requires approval by department chair.
READINGS: Readings in educational and various specific professional publications and journals related to a specific academic discipline. Requires approval by department chair.