Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture and Technical Studies is exempt from 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 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. Fall
AgEc 342 - Introduction to Agricultural Management 3
Economic and managerial concepts related to farm or agri-business production process development or cost data, enterprise analysis, organization, and management of production inputs. Prerequisite: AgEc 246 — Introduction to Agricultural Finance or permission of the instructor. Spring
AgEc 344 — Introduction to Agricultural Marketing 3
A study of the agricultural marketing system to include cash marketing, commodity futures trading, branded products merchandising and the interrelationship of the government and international trade. Prerequisite: AgEc 246 — Introduction to Agricultural Finance or permission of the instructor. Fall
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. Prerequisite: AgEc 344 — Introduction to Agricultural Marketing or permission of instructor. Spring
Agri 115 — Agricultural Math 2
Students will apply practical math skills to master mathematical concepts intrinsic to producing, processing, and marketing agricultural products. Spring
Agri 118 — Agricultural 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 AS degree. Fall, Spring
This course will consider the mechanics of soil and water management and conservation including chaining, surveying, topographic survey, contouring, draining, etc. Taught as needed.
Principles, maintenance, trouble shooting, and overhaul of small engines. Include two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Fall
Agri 280 — Computers in Agriculture 3
An introduction to the vast array of computer technology, internet usage, and software directly related to agriculture. Specialized agricultural 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
Agri 294, 494 — Independent Study 1-3
Directed study and research in subject areas of agriculture for which a student has a special interest. Fall, Spring, Summer
Agri 297, 497 — Agricultural Management Internship (AMI) a, b, c 1-6
A multi-segment course in agricultural management on an individual basis. Credit is based on agricultural occupational activities selected in conjunction with and supervised by the Dickinson State University Department of Agriculture and Technical Studies. Fall, Spring, Summer
Agri 299, 499 — Special Topics 1-3
Variable instructional topics in the field of agriculture. Repeatable with varied content. Consent of department chair. Fall, Spring, Summer.
ARSc 114 — Introduction to Animal Science 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. Course may be repeated for an additional two credits. Fall
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 — Agricultural 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
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. Prerequisite: ASM 155 — Agricultural 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
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
Scientific principles of crop growth, worldwide production, management alternatives, and processing for domestic and international consumption. Fall
PlSc 225 — Principles of Crop Production 3
Scientific principles of field crop production in the Northern Great Plains. Prerequisite: PlSc 110 — World Food Crops or permission of instructor. Spring
PlSc 230 — Grain and Seed Analysis 2
Principles of grain grading and seed analysis in accordance with state and federal regulations and standards, but other crops of regional importance will also be discussed. Taught as needed.
SOIL 210 — Introduction to Soil Science 4
Physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as related to use, conservation, and plant growth. Prerequisite: Chem 131 — General 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. Prerequisite: SOIL 210 — Introduction to Soil Science or permission of instructor. Spring. Offered in odd number years. 1
SOIL 322 — Soil Fertility and Fertilizers 3
Principles of plant nutrition and soil nutrient availability, soil testing, and fertilizer recommendations and management. Macro nutrient emphasis. Prerequisite: SOIL 210 — Introduction to Soil Science or permission of instructor. Spring. Offered in even number years.
Principles of animal health; prevention, sanitation, chemotherapy, immunology, disease symptoms, and management. Prerequisite: ARSc 114 — Introduction to Animal Science or permission of the instructor. Spring