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Office of the Registrar 

Department of Agriculture

201 Karls Hall, Phone: (417) 836-5638, Fax: (417) 836-6979
Email: Agriculture@missouristate.edu
Web Site: http://ag.missouristate.edu
Department Head: Professor W. Anson Elliott, Ph.D.

Faculty (as of April 13, 2009)

Professors: Ben D. Fuqua, Ph.D.; Lyndon N. Irwin, Ph.D.; R. Bruce Johnson, Ph.D.; Lazslo G. Kovacs, Ph.D.; Innocent C. Onwueme, Ph.D.; Michael P. Roling, Ph.D.; Dennis Schmitt, Ph.D., D.V.M.; Pamela Trewatha, Ph.D.; Jon H. Wiggins, Ed.D.

Research Professor:  Martin L. Kaps, Ph.D.

Associate Professors: Clydette M. Alsup, Ph.D.; Michael G. Burton, Ph.D.; James B. Hutter, Ph.D.; Arbindra Rimal, Ph.D.; Gary W. Webb, Ph.D.

Associate Research Professors:  Wenping Qiu, Ph.D.; Karl L. Wilker, Ph.D.

Assistant Professors: Benjamin M. Onyango, Ph.D.; Elizabeth L. Walker, Ph.D.

Assistant Research Professor:  Maciej A. Pszczolkowski, Ph.D.

Instructor: Susan Webb, M.S.

Emeritus Professors: W. Gayle Ashley, M.S.; Robert F. Glenn, Ph.D.; Harry R. James, Ph.D.; Vernon E. Renner, Ph.D.; John D. Schatz, M.S.; C. E. Stufflebeam, Ph.D.

Emeritus Research Professors:  James F. Moore, Jr., Ph.D.; Howard G. Townsend, Jr., Ph.D.

Accreditation

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) – Agriculture Education, B.S.Ed., Technology Education, B.S.Ed., Secondary Education/Agriculture, M.S.Ed.

Graduate Programs

The following graduate programs are available:

Plant Science (Master of Science); Secondary Education with option in Agriculture; and a Master of Natural and Applied Science degree with an area of emphases in Agriculture and Plant Science.

Refer to the Graduate Catalog for more information.

Accelerated Master of Natural and Applied Science degree: Eligible undergraduate students majoring in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences may apply for preliminary acceptance into the Master of Natural and Applied Science program after admission requirements for the accelerated masters program have been satisfied.  If approved, a maximum of 12 hours of approved graduate level courses may be designated as “mixed credit” and counted toward both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs.  This option offers an opportunity for CNAS majors whose goals, academic capabilities, and career planning include graduate work, to complete the requirements for the masters degree in less time than would otherwise be possible.  See the Graduate Catalog or contact the MNAS program director for further information and guidelines.

Accelerated Master of Science degree in Plant Science: Missouri State University majors in Agriculture, Biology, and Chemistry have the option to apply for preliminary acceptance into the Master of Science in Plant Science degree program if they meet the requirements of  the accelerated Master's option. This option is tailored to those undergraduates who have acquired considerable plant science-related experience in a laboratory through the departments of Agriculture, Biology, or Chemistry at Missouri State. If approved, a maximum of 12 hours of approved graduate level courses may be designated as “mixed credit” and counted toward both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The courses must be in the areas of economic botany, plant physiology, plant genetics, crop management systems, plant nutrition, soils, chemistry, ecology, fruit production, viticulture, enology, ornamental plants and landscaping. Courses to be counted on both degrees must be identified jointly and in agreement with the undergraduate advisor, the student's research mentor, and the Plant Science Program Director. This option will enable Agriculture, Biology, and Chemistry majors to meet the requirements of the Master of Science degree in Plant Science within two semesters following receiving the undergraduate degree. See the Graduate Catalog or contact the Plant Science Program Director for further information.

For courses to be designated as Mixed Credit, the graduate advisor, undergraduate department head, and Graduate College dean must approve by signing the Permission for Mixed Credit form.  This form must be provided to the Office of the Registrar in Carrington Hall 320 no later than the end of the Change of Schedule Period for the semester.

General Information

State Fruit Experiment Station

Mountain Grove Research Campus
9740 Red Spring Road
Mountain Grove, MO 65711
Phone: (417) 926-4105, Fax: (417) 926-6656

The State Fruit Experiment Station, operated on the Mountain Grove Research Campus, has a statewide mandate by law to generate knowledge through research, and to disseminate this knowledge for the economic development of the Missouri fruit industry. In addition to carrying out research, conducting advisory education programs, and teaching courses, the faculty are available to guide graduate students in their thesis research.

Research is carried on in pomology, enology, viticulture, plant pathology, entomology, molecular genetics, and plant physiology. The fruit crops under investigation include apples, grapes, blueberries, peaches, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries, as well as species of lesser economic importance. Information derived from the Station’s research is disseminated through advisory programs to fruit growers and processors throughout Missouri.

The Station is the site of extensive testing of new fruit varieties and selections for their adaptability to Missouri soil and climate and resistance to diseases. Research on the culture of fruit crops is carried out on nutrient and water requirements, pruning and training systems, growth regulators, and rootstocks. Plant pathogens and insect pests are studied for clues which may help in reducing their damage to fruit crops. A program in genetic engineering has the improvement of fruit varieties as the major goal.

Pre-Professional Curriculum in Veterinary Medicine: Students considering this program should consult with the Pre-Veterinary advisor in the Department of Agriculture.

Option I: To be eligible to apply to the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri, a minimum of 64 hours must be completed including the following courses: CHM 160(4), 170(3), 175(2), 200(5), and 350(3); COM 115(3); ENG 110(3); MTH 138(5), or 135(3) and 181(3); PHY 123(4) and 124(4); 10 hours of biological sciences —BIO 210(3) or 310(5), and 380(5) are recommended; plus 10 hours of courses in the social sciences and humanities.

Option II: By completing this option of approximately 100 hours, a student may apply for a B.S. degree in Animal Science from Missouri State University after successfully completing the first two years in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri.   

  1. General Education Requirements (43-51 hours)

  2. Science and Mathematics Requirements (38-47 hours): BIO 210(3) or 310(5), 380(5); CHM 160(4),* 170(3), 175(2), 200(5) and 350(3); MTH 138(5)* or 135(3)* and 181(3); and PHY 123(4)* and 124(4)

  3. Agriculture Requirements (32 hours): AGS 101(4), 301(3), 302(3) or 306(3), 311(3), 316(3) and 511(3); AGA 105(3), 215(3); AGB 144(4); AGR 330

*May be included in general education requirements.

Majors

Agricultural Business (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: CHM 105(5); MTH 135(3) or MTH 138(5); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements (58-65 hours)

    1. AGA 105(3), 215(3); AGB 144(4), AGB 314(3) or RIL 231(3); AGB 334(3), 354(2), 364(2), 374(3), 394(1), 494(1); AGB 514(3) or ECO 565(3) or MKT 474(3); AGB 524(3); AGB 444(2) or AGR 499(2); AGR 330(3) or QBA 237(3); AGR 490(1); ACC 201(3)

    2. Complete one course from: COM 315(3); MGT 286 (3); AGB 384(2)

    3. Complete one of the following options:

      1. Agricultural Enterprise Management (18 hours):

        1. AGB 344(3) or 584(3); MGT 384(3)

        2. Complete 12 hours from one of the following groups:

          1. Animal Science: AGS 101(4), 161(3), 301(3), 302(3), 306(3), 311(3), 316(3), 342(2), 346(2), 361(3), 402(2), 432(2), 442(2), 446(3), 451(3), 452(3), 461(3), 511(3); AGA 365(3) or 375(3)

          2. Agronomy: AGA 335(3), 365(3), 375(3), 405(3), 425(2), 455(2), 485(3), 545(3), 555(3), 575(2)

          3. Horticulture: AGH 243(2), 303(3), 323(2), 333(3), 343(3), 353(3), 363(3), 393(3), 403(3), 443(3), 483(3), 573(3)

      2. Agricultural Finance and Management (22 hours):

        1. ACC 211(3); AGB 344(3), 584(3); AGS 101(4)

        2. Complete two courses from: ACC 311(3); ECO 305(3); FGB 380(3), 485(3); MGT 340(3), 345(3); RIL 211(3), 266(3), 415(3)

        3. Complete one course from: AGS 311(3); AGH 303(3), 353(3), 483(3); AGA 335(3), 365(3), 375(3), 485(3); AGR 383(3)

      3. Agricultural Marketing and Sales (16 hours):

        1. AGB 344(3) or 584(3); AGS 101(4)

        2. Complete two courses from: MKT 351(3), 354(3), 355(3), 360(3); MGT 340(3) or 345(3)

        3. Complete one course from: AGS 311(3); AGH 303(3), 353(3), 483(3); AGA 335(3), 365(3), 375(3), 485(3); AGR 383(3

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Agriculture Education

Bachelor of Science in Education
(Certifiable grades 9-12)

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4); MTH 135(3) or 138(5); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. AGS 101(4); AGA 105(3), 215(3); AGB 144(4), 334 (3); AGH 303(3); AGE 337(3); AGW 143(3)

    2. AGE 318(2), 568(3), 578(2), 588(2)

    3. Area of Specialization: Students must select a minimum of 20 hours of Agriculture courses to complete 45 hours of Technical Agriculture required by the State Department of Education.

  3. Professional Education courses: AGE 558(3), 493(5-6), 494(5-6); and the Professional Education Required Core and Competencies (see Teacher Certification, Teacher Education Program and Secondary Education Requirements section of catalog).

  4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

  5. In order to meet Missouri state teacher certification requirements, candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Education degree are required to meet the following grade point average requirements: at least a 2.50 GPA on all course work attempted at all colleges attended; at least a 2.50 GPA in the certificate subject area (major field of study) which includes all courses listed under C; at least a 2.50 GPA in any additional certificate subject area; at least a 2.50 GPA in the professional education courses; and no grade lower than a “C” in all professional education courses. All GPA requirements include both Missouri State and transfer grades.

Agronomy (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. General Education Requirements - see "General Education Program" section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4) or 121(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4); MTH 135(3) or MTH 138(5)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. AGA 105(3), 215(3), 335(3), 365(3), 405(3), 425(2), 485(3), 490(1); AGB 144(4), 334(3) or 364(2); AGH 483; AGR 157(3), 300(3), 383(3); AGS 101(4), 311(3)

    2. Select one course from: AGA 353(3); AGH 375(3)

    3. Select one course from: AGA 345(2), 455(2), 495(2), 499(3)

    4. Select one course from: AGA 545(3), 555(3), 575(2)

    5. Select one course from: AGB 344(3), 354(2), 394(1), AGR 444(2)

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Animal Science (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4); MTH 135(3) or MTH 138(5)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. AGS 101(4), 301(3), 302(3), 311(3), 316(3), 491(1); AGA 105(3), 215(3), 365(3) or 375(3); AGB 144(4); AGR 300(3), 330(3); BIO 210(3).

    2. Select a minimum of 24 hours from the following two groups of courses including at least eight hours from each group:

      1. Group A courses: AGS 161(3), 191(2), 196(2), 306(3), 342(2), 346(2), 361(3), 402(3), 432(2),  442(2), 446(3), 451(3), 452(3), 461(3), 511(3)

      2. Group B courses: AGR 250(2), 377(3), 383(3), 499(3); AGB 314(3), 334(3), 344(3), 364(2), 394(1), 584(3); AGA 335(3), 405(3)

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

General Agriculture

Bachelor of Applied Science

  1. General Education Requirements- see “General Education Program” section of catalog

  2. Major Requirements

    1. Associate of Science or Associate of Applied Science degree from an accredited institution. Contact the department for details.

    2. AGA 105(3), 215(3); AGB 144(4); AGR 157(3); AGS 101(4)

    3. Thirty-five credit hours of upper-division courses in agriculture

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

General Agriculture (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: AGR 100(3); BIO 102(4) or 121(4); CHM 105(5); MTH 135(3) or MTH 138(5); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. AGS 101(4); AGA 105(3), 215(3); AGB 144(4), AGR 157(3); AGR 300(3) or CHM 200(5)

    2. Complete 3 additional hours from each of the following areas: Agriculture Business, Animal Science, Horticulture

    3. Complete one of the following options:

      1. Agricultural Communications (27-29 hours):

        1. COM 209(3) or MED 120(3), JRN 270(3), AGR 250(2) or 499 (3-5); or AGB 394(1)

        2. Select an additional 16 hours of courses with ENG, MED, COM, or JRN prefixes in consultation with your advisor.

      2. Agricultural (27-29 hours):

        1. AGB 314(3) or AGR 250(2) or AGR 499(3-5)

        2. Select 6 additional hours of Agriculture courses from each of the following areas: Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Animal Science, Horticulture

      3. Food Plant Management (27-29 hours):

        1. ACC 201(3), BIO 210(3), MGT 340(3) or 345(3), AGB 394(1) or AGR 499(3-5)

        2. Select an additional 15 hours from the following: AGS 342(2) or 346(2); BMS 331(3); HRA 321(3); RIL 231(3), 531(3); ENG 321 or MGT 286(3); MTH 340(3) or QBA 237(3); IDM 355(3), 455(3), 456(3), 550(3); AGS 491(1)

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog

Horticulture (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4) or 121(4); CHM 105(5); PSY 121(3)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. AGH 343(3), 353(3); AGH 393(3) or FRS 401(3); 483(3)

    2. Select a minimum of 11 hours from: AGH 243(2), 323(2), 333(3), 363(3), 403(3), 443(3), 573(3); AGA 575(2); AGW 143(3)

    3. Other Agriculture Requirements: AGA 105(3), 215(3), 405(3), 485(3); AGA 335(3) or AGR 357(3); AGB 144(4), 364(2); AGR 383(3), 490(1), 499(3); AGR 300(3) or any AGS class for 3 credit hours

    4. BIO 334(3) or 339(2); ACC 201(3)

    5. Select two courses from: MGT 320(3), 345(3), 384(3); MKT 350(3)

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Technology Education

Bachelor of Science in Education
(Certifiable grades 9-12)
  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 102(4); PSY 121(3); ENG 110(3) and ENG 310(3) or ENG 321(3) or AGR 320(3); Recommend MTH 135(3) or MTH 138(5)
  2. Major Requirements (45 hours)
    1. Technical Core (36 hours)
      1. Courses to be taken at Ozarks Technical College:
        1. Communications:  PRT 101(4), DDT 100(4)
        2. Energy/Power: IMT 130(4) or ELT 102(4); and AUM 110(4) or AUM 121(4)
        3. Materials/Processes: DDT 115(4), MMT 125(4)
      2. Courses to be taken at Missouri State University:
        1. Energy/Power: AGR 357(3)
        2. Materials/Processes: AGE 337(3), AGR 377(3)
        3. Safety: IDM 455(3)
    2. Technical Education (9 hours): AGT 416(3), AGT 420(3); AGT 521(3) or AGV 521(3)
  3. Professional Education Courses: AGT 493(6); AGT 494(6); and the Professional Education Required Core and Competencies (see Teacher Certification, Teacher Education Program and Secondary Education Requirements section of catalog).
  4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section of catalog
  5. In order to meet Missouri state teacher certification requirements, candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Education degree are required to meet the following grade point average requirements: at least a 2.50 GPA on all course work attempted at all colleges attended; at least a 2.50 GPA in the certificate subject area (major field of study) which includes all courses listed under B; at least a 2.50 GPA in any additional certificate subject area; at least a 2.50 GPA in the professional education courses; and no grade lower than a “C” in all professional education courses. All GPA requirements include both Missouri State and transfer grades.

Wildlife Conservation and Management (Comprehensive)

Bachelor of Science

This major is offered in cooperation with the Biology Department.

  1. Education Requirements - see General Education Program and Requirements section of catalog
    Specific General Education Requirements: BIO 121(4); CHM 105(5) or 160(4); GLG 110(4); GRY 100(3); MTH 135(3) or 138(5)

  2. Major Requirements

    1. Agriculture Requirements:

      1. AGA 105(3), 215(3), 335(3), 365(3) or 375(3); AGR 383(3); AGW 143(3), 496(1)

      2. Select two courses (4-6 hours) from: AGA 485(3); AGB 354(2); AGH 333(3), 483(3); AGW 351(2)

    2. Biology Requirements:

      1. BIO 121(4)*, 122(4)*, 334(3), 339(2) or 545(2), 373(3)

      2. Select one course from: BIO 369(4), 436(4), 562(4)

      3. Select two courses from: BIO 573(3), 575(3), 577(3)
        *Students who have prior credit for BIO 134 and 167 combination are not required to take BIO 121 and 122; BIO 121 and 122 cannot count as degree credit if BIO 134 and 167 are counted as credit.

    3. Select ten additional hours in Agriculture and/or Biology

  3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements - see “General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements” section of catalog

Minors

Agriculture

Bachelor of Science in Education
(Non-Certifiable)

  1. Select at least one course from each of the following areas: Agriculture Economics, Animal Husbandry, Soils, and Field Crops

  2. Select at least one course from each of the following areas: Dairy Husbandry, Horticulture, and Poultry Husbandry

  3. Select additional courses to complete 24 hours or more of agriculture. Students desiring to minor in agriculture on the Bachelor of Science in Education should confer with a member of the agriculture staff before scheduling to receive advice of desirable courses which meet their special needs.

Agricultural Business

Bachelor of Science
  1. AGB 144(4), 394(1)
  2. Additional hours from the following courses to total at least 20 hours in agricultural economics: AGB 334(3), 344(3), 354(2), 374(2), 524(3), 584(3)

Agronomy

Bachelor of Science
  1. AGA 105(3)
  2. additional hours from the following courses to total at least 20 hours: AGA 215(3), 335(3), 365(3), 375(3), 405(3), 455(3), 485(3), 545(3), 575(2); AGH 483(3); AGR 300(3); AGW 143(3)

Animal Science

Bachelor of Science
  1. AGS 101(4), 311(3)
  2. additional hours from other courses in animal science to total at least 20 hours.

Equine Studies

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
  1. AGS 101(4), 161(3), 191(2), 311(3), 461(3)
  2. 6 additional hours from courses in Equine Studies to be determined by consultation with advisor.

General Agriculture

Bachelor of Science
  1. AGA 105(3), AGB 144(4), AGS 101(4)
  2. Additional hours in agriculture to total at least 20 hours.

Horticulture

Bachelor of Science
  1. AGA 105(3)
  2. Additional hours from the following courses to total at least 20 hours: AGH 243(2), 323(2), 333(3), 343(3), 353(2), 363(3), 393(3), 443(3), 483(3), 573(3); AGR 383(3)

Agriculture (General) Courses

AGR 100 Technology's Impact on Society

General Education Course (Culture and Society/Social Sciences Perspectives). Technological progress of agriculture and industry and its socio-economic impact in a global environment. 3(3-0) F,S

AGR 108 Topics in Agriculture

A course designed to treat specific areas of agriculture to meet specialized student needs. Treatment of the subject will include consideration of historical, theoretical, scientific, and application aspects. May be repeated up to a total of 4 hours provided the same topic is not repeated. Variable Content Course. 1(1-0) F,S

AGR 110 Agriculture Orientation

Introduction to the educational opportunities, facilities, services, and activities with specific emphasis toward the Department of Agriculture. Course designed for students interested in Agriculture. 1(1-0) F,S

AGR 118 Leadership

A course for entering freshmen students to examine leadership through the observation and analysis of leaders in various career paths. To demonstrate leadership through class projects. 1(1-0) F

AGR 157 Principles of Agricultural Mechanization

Engineering and mechanical principles; their application to agriculture equipment, systems and concepts. 3(3-0) F,S

AGR 200 Mini Agriculture

A course designed to treat specific areas of agriculture to meet specialized student needs. Treatment of the subject will include consideration of historical, theoretical, scientific and application aspects. May be repeated up to a total of 4 hours provided the same topic is not repeated. A course fee may be charged for selected sections. Variable content course. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Floral Design I. Basic concepts and elements of floral design. Specific emphasis on aesthetics, color, shape, space and texture. Supplemental course Fee. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Floral Design II. Assist student to develop his or her unique individual style of advanced floral design. Expansion on basic concepts and elements. Specific emphasis placed on aesthetics, color, shape, space and texture. Supplemental course Fee. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Home and Garden Insects. Basic concepts of pest control appropriate for residences and businesses. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Rodeo Techniques. Provide students with an appreciation for and general knowledge of rodeo history, events, organizations, economic impact on today's society and future direction. 1(1-0) D

AGR 250 Agricultural Communications

Recommended Prerequisite: ENG 110 and COM 115. Introduces the scope and applications of communications and journalism as they relate to agriculture. 2(2-0) S

AGR 299 Special Topics

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Special study of agricultural topics not treated in other courses. Course may be repeated to a total of 5 hours provided the same topic is not duplicated. Variable Content Course. 1-5 D

AGR 300 Food and Agricultural Chemistry

Prerequisite: CHM 105 or CHM 160. Chemistry, sources and importance of biological materials used for food, fiber, and feed for man and domestic animals. 3(3-0) F,S

AGR 313 Beekeeping

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Fundamentals needed for the amateur to establish and maintain honey bees and produce a surplus honey crop. 2(1-2) D

AGR 320 Writing II: Writing in the Applied Sciences

Prerequisite: ENG 110 and 45 credit hours. General Education Course (Basic Required Courses). Strategies for accessing information. Writing proposals, progress reports, final reports, manuals, and online documents for the Applied Sciences. 3(3-0) F,S

AGR 330 Statistical Applications in Agriculture

Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 130 or higher; and either CIS/CSC 101 or CSC 111. Collection, display, analysis and application of agricultural data, including measurement of location and dispersion, probability, normal distribution, sampling, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, correlation and regression analysis. Computer statistical packages will be used for simulation study and agricultural data analysis. Applications are specific to Agriculture. A student may not receive credit toward a degree for more than one of the following courses: AGR 330, ECO 308, MTH 340, PSY 200, QBA 237, REC 331, SOC 302. 3(2-2) F,S

AGR 357 Agricultural Power

Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 130 or higher. Principles of operation, construction and utilization of power units. 3(2-2) F

AGR 367 Agricultural Machinery

Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 130 or higher. Principles of construction, operation, selection and utilization of farm field equipment. 3(2-2) S

AGR 377 Agricultural Structures and Systems

Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 130 or higher. Functional and structural design of unified structures and systems for agricultural enterprises. 3(2-2) S

AGR 383 Applied Entomology

Principles of insect life; careful study of a number of common insect pests, their identification and control. 3(2-2) F,S

AGR 399 Special Topics

Special study of agricultural topics not treated in other courses. Course may be repeated to a total of 5 hours provided the same topic is not duplicated. Variable Content Course. Supplemental course fee (variable by section). 1-5 D. Approved recurring course topic: Agriculture and Water Quality. Issues related to agriculture and its impact on water quality--both surface and ground water. Common practices that have a negative impact will be studied along with practices that can have positive and/or minimal impact on water quality. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Events Management. Specific tasks of organization, marketing, and managing resources for special events. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Principles of Horseshoeing. Horseshoeing techniques including safe use of tools and handling of horses. Supplemental Course Fee. 1(1-0) D. Approved recurring course topic: Therapeutic Riding. Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 162 or AGS 262. Introduction to therapeutic riding and the role of the horse in equine assisted therapy programs. Development of horses and volunteers for use in a therapeutic riding program. 3(0-6) S.

AGR 490 Agronomy/Horticulture Senior Seminar

Recommended Prerequisite: 90 credit hours. Presentation, discussions and analysis of professional and technical topics in Agronomy and Horticulture. 1(1-0) F,S

AGR 499 Internship in Agriculture

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised agricultural work experience. A paper describing and analyzing the experience required. May be repeated for a total of 10 credit hours. 1-8, D Approved recurring course topic: Internship-Equine. An academic program to integrate class experience with actual practice and to provide students with hands-on experience in businesses or agencies which employ agriculture majors. 1-8, D. Approved recurring course topic: Internship-Horticulture. An academic program to integrate class experience with actual practice and to provide students with hands-on experience in businesses or agencies which employ agriculture majors. 1-8, D

AGR 790 Introduction to Agricultural Research Methods

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide an introduction to the process of research. The course will address planning, conducting, and reporting research; and development of good consumers of research. 3(3-0), D

AGR 797 Seminar

Prerequisite: permission of advisor. In-depth study in an area of agriculture, culminating in an extensive scholarly presentation. May be repeated to a total of three hours. 1(1-0), D

AGR 798 Research

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised research in agriculture. May be repeated, but not more than 6 hours may be counted toward the 32 hour degree. 1-6, F,S,Su

AGR 799 Thesis

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Demonstration of the capacity for research and independent thought culminating in a thesis. May be repeated. A minimum of 6 hours will be applied toward a master's degree. 1-6, F,S,Su

Agricultural Business Courses

AGB 144 Agricultural Economics I

Characteristics of our economic system and basic economic concepts with applications to agriculture. Effects on agriculture by money and banking systems, monetary and fiscal policies, government policies, and international trade. 4(3-2) F,S

AGB 314 Legal Aspects of Agriculture

Recommended Prerequisite: 30 hours. Legal framework impinging upon decision making of farm business including farm ownership and transfer, taxation, business organization, losses, and regulations of land and water use. 3(3-0) F

AGB 334 Marketing Agricultural Products

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144 or ECO 165. Marketing functions and agencies involved in the movement of farm products from producers to consumers. Explains how the economic behaviors of the farmers, marketing agents and consumers affect the organization and performance of the food markets. 3(2-2) F,S

AGB 344 Financing Agriculture

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144. Capital requirements and sources and uses of each type of credit. 3(2-2) F,S

AGB 354 Land Economics

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144. Principles and institutions affecting the allocation of land resources among uses and users. 2(2-0) F,S

AGB 364 Agricultural Commodity Futures and Options

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 334. Introduction to the economic theory, organization, and operating principles of agricultural commodity futures markets. Emphasis is placed on speculating, hedging, and investing in agricultural commodity futures contracts. 2(2-0) Su

AGB 374 Agricultural Business Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144. A study of agricultural firm management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and coordinating functions used to attain business goals. The role of finance and type of business organization including agricultural cooperatives. 3(2-2) F

AGB 384 Agricultural Selling

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 334. Principles of selling with application to agricultural inputs and products. Attitudes, value systems, and behavioral patterns that relate to agricultural sales. Relationship of sales to marketing, selling strategies, preparing for sales calls, making sales presentations, handling objections, and closing sales. Analysis of the buying or purchasing process. Evaluation of agri-selling as a possible career choice. 2(2-0) F

AGB 394 Agricultural Industry Study

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in AGB 494 for 1 credit hour; completion of 60 hours including 6 hours in agricultural business; and permission of instructor. A five-day study alternating between St. Louis and Kansas City to examine the management process of a variety of agricultural businesses. May be repeated for a total of 2 credit hours. Supplemental course fee. 1(0-2) S

AGB 444 American Agricultural Policy

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144. Description and analysis of economic problems of U.S. Agriculture. History and significance of government programs to support farm prices and incomes, conserve land resources, encourage adequate food supplies and expand U.S. agricultural trade. 2(2-0) S

AGB 494 Problems in Agricultural Business

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. A student selects a specific topic, prepares an outline, makes an investigation and presentation under the supervision of an agricultural business staff member. 1-3 F,S

AGB 514 International Agricultural Trade

Prerequisite: AGB 334 or MKT 350. Gains from trade, agricultural trade policies of exporters and importers, exchange rates, multilateral trade negotiations, preferential trade agreements, technical barriers and environmental regulations and trade. May be taught concurrently with AGB 614. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 614 and AGB 514. 3(2-2) D

AGB 524 Agricultural Prices

Prerequisite: AGB 334. Factors influencing the level and movement of agricultural commodity prices and prices of agricultural inputs. May be taught concurrently with AGB 624. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 624 and AGB 524. 3(2-2) F,S

AGB 584 Farm Business Management

Prerequisite: AGB 144. Economic principles applied to the organization and operation of agricultural units; tools of decision-making; and factor allocation. May be taught concurrently with AGB 684. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 684 and AGB 584. 3(2-2) F,S

AGB 614 International Agricultural Trade

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 334 or MKT 350. Gains from trade, agricultural trade policies of exporters and importers, exchange rates, multilateral trade negotiations, preferential trade agreements, technical barriers and environmental regulations and trade. May be taught concurrently with AGB 514. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 514 and AGB 614. 3(2-2), D

AGB 624 Agricultural Prices

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 334. Factors influencing the level and movement of agricultural commodity prices and prices of agricultural inputs. May be taught concurrently with AGB 524. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 524 and AGB 624. 3(2-2), F,S

AGB 684 Farm Business Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGB 144. Economic principles applied to the organization and operation of agricultural units; tools of decision-making; and factor allocation. May be taught concurrently with AGB 584. Cannot receive credit for both AGB 584 and AGB 684. 3(2-2), F,S

Agricultural Education Courses

AGE 318 Introduction to Agricultural Education

Recommended Prerequisite: 30 credit hours. Building an acquaintance with the aims, philosophy, functions, opportunities and demands of agricultural education programs. 2(2-0) F

AGE 337 Agricultural Mechanics Practices

Shop processes and techniques required for the construction, repair, and maintenance of agricultural facilities and equipment. 3(1-4) F

AGE 493 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Agriculture)

Prerequisite: completion of all methods courses in Agriculture; a grade of "C" or better in all professional education courses; current pre-professional liability insurance; and approval for supervised teaching. Student observes then teaches agriculture classes under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 5-6 S

AGE 494 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Agriculture)

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in AGE 493. Student observes, then teaches under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 5-6 S

AGE 498 Problems in Agricultural Education

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated with permission. 1-3 D

AGE 499 Clinical Experiences in Teaching II

Prerequisite: EDC 199; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and grades of "C" or better in all professional education courses and; and completion of portfolio checkpoints 1 and 2; and current pre-professional liability insurance; and program approval. This course is designed to meet HB 1711 for student's experience as a Teacher's Aide or Assistant Rule (Rule 5 CSR 80-805.040), to that of conventional student teachers within the same program. It is also designed to support completion of additional clinical requirements within that program including: seminars and workshops, required meetings, school related activities appropriate to the assignment, demonstrated mastery of the MOSTEP quality indicators and completion and overall assessment of a Professional Preparation Portfolio. This course is credited only on B.S. in Education or appropriate master's-level certification programs. Can only receive credit for one of the following: AGE 499, AGT 499, ART 469, BSE 499, CFS 498, COM 493, ECE 499, ELE 499, ENG 434, HST 499, MCL 491, MID 499, MTH 496, MUS 499, PED 498, SCI 499, SEC 499, SPE 499, THE 493. 4 F,S

AGE 508 Teaching Adults in Vocational Education

Rise of the adult education movement; learning abilities, educational interests and vocational needs of adults; problems and procedures in organizing and operating adult education programs; relationship of adult education to public school education. Identical with AGV 627 and SEC 627. Cannot receive credit for AGV 627 and SEC 627 and AGE 608. May be taught concurrently with AGE 508. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 608 and AGE 508. 3(3-0) D

AGE 518 Agriculture Education Special Topics

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Special study of agricultural education topics not covered in other courses. Course may be repeated to a total of 5 hours provided the same topic is not duplicated. May be taught concurrently with AGE 628. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 628 and AGE 518. 1-3 D

AGE 548 Agriculture in the Classroom

Course is designed to help elementary teachers better appreciate the importance of agriculture in their student's lives and to better understand Missouri agriculture. Course stresses integration of resources available from the agricultural industry across the curriculum. May be taught concurrently with AGE 648. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 648 and AGE 548. 1(1-0) Su

AGE 558 Teaching of Agriculture

Prerequisite: SEC 302 and EDC 350 and 20 hours in agriculture and admission to the teacher education program. Establishing objectives and organizing the course, selecting textbooks and equipment, securing and using teaching aids; using workbooks and notebooks, planning field trips, selecting and supervising projects. Credited only on B.S. in Education (Secondary). A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take AGE 493 or AGE 494. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. May be taught concurrently with AGE 658. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 658 and AGE 558. 3(3-0) S

AGE 568 Course and Program Building in Agricultural Education

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 558 and 60 credit hours. Organization and analysis of agricultural instruction courses and programs; including the adoption of resource materials to meet individual student needs. May be taught concurrently with AGE 568. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 668 and AGE 568. 3(3-0) S

AGE 578 Methods of Teaching Agricultural Management

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 558 and 60 credit hours. Identification, development, and utilization of supervised agriculture experience programs in Agricultural Education that includes methods of teaching program management, record keeping, and appropriate methodologies. May be taught concurrently with AGE 678. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 678 and AGE 578. 2(2-0) S

AGE 588 Methods of Teaching Agricultural Laboratory Management

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 558 and 60 credit hours. Prepare prospective agricultural science teachers to determine subject matter, methods of teaching, and organization of equipment and facilities as applied to agricultural laboratories in high schools. May be taught concurrently with AGE 688. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 688 and AGE 588. 2(1-2) S

AGE 608 Teaching Adults in Vocational Education

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Rise of the adult education movement; learning abilities, educational interests and vocational needs of adults; problems and procedures in organizing and operating adult education programs; relationship of adult education to public school education. Identical with AGV 627 and SEC 627. Cannot receive credit for AGV 627 and SEC 627 and AGE 608. May be taught concurrently with AGE 508. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 508 and AGE 608. 3(3-0), D

AGE 628 Agriculture Education-Special Topics

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Special study of agricultural education topics not covered in other courses. Course may be repeated to a total of 5 hours provided the same topic is not duplicated. May be taught concurrently with AGE 518. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 628 and AGE 518. 1-3 D

AGE 648 Agriculture in the Classroom

Course is designed to help elementary teachers better appreciate the importance of agriculture in their student's lives and to better understand Missouri agriculture. Course stresses integration of resources available from the agricultural industry across the curriculum. May be taught concurrently with AGE 548. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 548 and AGE 648. 1(1-0), Su

AGE 658 Teaching of Agriculture

Prerequisite: SEC 302 and EDC 350 and teacher certification students must be admitted to the teacher education program. Establishing objectives and organizing the course, selecting textbooks and equipment, securing and using teaching aids; using workbooks and notebooks, planning field trips, selecting and supervising projects. Credited only on B.S. in Education (Secondary). A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take AGE 493 or AGE 494. May be taught concurrently with AGE 558. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 558 and AGE 658. 3(3-0), S

AGE 668 Course and Program Building in Agricultural Education

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 658. Organization and analysis of agricultural instruction courses and programs; including the adoption of resource materials to meet individual student needs. May be taught concurrently with AGE 568. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 568 and AGE 668. 3(3-0), S

AGE 678 Methods of Teaching Agricultural Management

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 658. Identification, development, and utilization of supervised agriculture experience programs in Agricultural Education that includes methods of teaching program management, record keeping, and appropriate methodologies. May be taught concurrently with AGE 578. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 578 and AGE 678. 2(2-0), S

AGE 688 Methods of Teaching Agricultural Laboratory Management

Prerequisite: AGE 318 and AGE 658. Prepare prospective agricultural science teachers to determine subject matter, methods of teaching, and organization of equipment and facilities as applied to agricultural laboratories in high schools. May be taught concurrently with AGE 588. Cannot receive credit for both AGE 588 and AGE 688. 2(1-2), S

AGE 718 Topics in Agricultural Education

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Current developments and trends in teaching agricultural education as well as new developments in resources and techniques. May be repeated, however, only 9 hours will count towards the graduate program of study. 1-3, D

AGE 728 Induction Year Teaching I

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Course for the professional development of first-year teachers of agriculture. The course focuses on the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and attitudes and managerial skills needed by beginning teachers of agriculture. 2(2-0), F,S

AGE 738 Induction Year Teaching II

Prerequisite: AGE 728. Course for the professional development of second-year teachers of agriculture. The course is a continuation of AGE 728 and focuses on the pedagogical knowledge, skills, and attitudes and managerial skills needed by beginning teachers of agriculture. 2(2-0), F,S

Agricultural Vocational Courses

AGV 520 Occupational Analysis

Analysis and breakdown of broad occupations or specific jobs into basic elements for instructional purposes. Identical with BSE 520. May be repeated to a total of 2 hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 620. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 620 and AGV 520. 1-2 D

AGV 521 Selection and Organization of Industrial Education

Selection and arrangement of units to teach; preparation of informational and job assignments; selection, purchase and arrangement of laboratory equipment; dispensing of supplies and keeping of adequate records. Course typically taken in same semester as AGT 416. Identical with AGT 521. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 521 and AGT 521. May be taught concurrently with AGV 621. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 621 and AGV 521. 3(3-0) D

AGV 522 Philosophy of Vocational Education

Philosophical foundations of vocational education; philosophies of vocational education in the contemporary school. Identical with SEC 522 and BSE 522. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 credit hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 622. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 622 and AGV 522. 1-3 D

AGV 523 Guidance for Vocational Development

Materials, procedures, and problems involved in the guidance of individuals in the selection of, preparation for, and advancement in a vocation. Identical with BSE 523. May be repeated to a total of 3 hours when topics varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 623. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 623 and AGV 523. 1-3 D

AGV 525 Organization and Management in Vocational Education

A systematic approach to defining and measuring occupational knowledge, skills and attitudes based upon an occupational analysis, instructional methodology, evaluation, and program standards. May be taught concurrently with AGV 625. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 625 and AGV 525. 3(3-0) D

AGV 526 Coordination of Cooperative Education

Problems and procedures in organizing and operating part-time cooperative and evening occupation programs. Identical with BSE 526 and SEC 526. May be repeated to a total of 2 hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 626. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 626 and AGV 526. 1-2 D

AGV 527 Teaching Adults in Vocational Education

Rise of the adult education movement, learning abilities, educational interests, and vocational needs of adults; problems and procedures in organizing and operating adult education programs; relationship of adult education to public school education. Identical with AGE 508 and SEC 527. Cannot receive credit for AGV 527 and AGE 508 and SEC 527. May be taught concurrently with AGV 627. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 627 and AGV 527. 3(3-0) D

AGV 528 Measurement and Evaluation of Vocational Education Programs

Means for assessing specific program needs as determined from occupational surveys and other demographic data; follow-up techniques to evaluate the overall effectiveness of the program to the manpower needs in a given labor market area. Identical with BSE 528 and SEC 528. May be repeated to a total of 3 hours with departmental approval when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 628. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 628 and AGV 528. 1-3 D

AGV 576 Teaching of Industrial/Vocational Subjects

Instructional methods and techniques of teaching industrial/vocational education subjects; attaining objectives of career and technical education, design and evaluation of instructional units; classroom and laboratory management; and development of evaluative instruments. May be taught concurrently with AGV 676. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 676 and AGV 576. 3(3-0) D

AGV 620 Occupational Analysis

Analysis and breakdown of broad occupations or specific jobs into basic elements for instructional purposes. Identical with BSE 620. May be repeated to a total of 2 hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 520. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 520 and AGV 620. 1-2, D

AGV 621 Selection and Organization of Industrial Education

Selection and arrangement of units to teach; preparation of informational and job assignments; selection, purchase and arrangement of laboratory equipment; dispensing of supplies and keeping of adequate records. Course typically taken in same semester as AGT 416. Identical with AGT 621. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 621 and AGT 621. May be taught concurrently with AGV 521. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 521 and AGV 621. 3(3-0), D

AGV 622 Philosophy of Vocational Education

Philosophical foundations of vocational education; philosophies of vocational education in the contemporary school. Identical with SEC 622 and BSE 622. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 credit hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 522. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 522 and AGV 622. 1-3, D

AGV 623 Guidance for Vocational Development

Materials, procedures, and problems involved in the guidance of individuals in the selection of, preparation for, and advancement in a vocation. Identical with BSE 623. May be repeated to a total of 3 hours when topics varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 523. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 523 and AGV 623. 1-3, D

AGV 625 Organization and Management in Vocational Education

A systematic approach to defining and measuring occupational knowledge, skills and attitudes based upon an occupational analysis, instructional methodology, evaluation, and program standards. May be taught concurrently with AGV 525. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 525 and AGV 625. 3(3-0), D

AGV 626 Coordination of Cooperative Education

Problems and procedures in organizing and operating part-time cooperative and evening occupation programs. Identical with BSE 626 and SEC 626. May be repeated to a total of 2 hours when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 526. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 626 and AGV 526. 1-2 D

AGV 627 Teaching Adults in Vocational Education

Rise of the adult education movement, learning abilities, educational interests, and vocational needs of adults; problems and procedures in organizing and operating adult education programs; relationship of adult education to public school education. Identical with AGE 608 and SEC 627. Cannot receive credit for AGV 627 and AGE 608 and SEC 627. May be taught concurrently with AGV 527. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 527 and AGV 627. 3(3-0), D

AGV 628 Measurement and Evaluation of Vocational Education Programs

Means for assessing specific program needs as determined from occupational surveys and other demographic data; follow-up techniques to evaluate the overall effectiveness of the program to the manpower needs in a given labor market area. Identical with BSE 628 and SEC 628. May be repeated to a total of 3 hours with departmental approval when topic varies. May be taught concurrently with AGV 528. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 528 and AGV 628. 1-3, D

AGV 676 Teaching of Industrial/Vocational Subjects

Instructional methods and techniques of teaching industrial/vocational education subjects; attaining objectives of career and technical education, design and evaluation of instructional units; classroom and laboratory management; and development of evaluative instruments. May be taught concurrently with AGV 576. Cannot receive credit for both AGV 576 and AGV 676. 3(3-0), D

AGV 724 Organization and Administration of Vocational Education

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Problems, procedures and local, state and federal relationships in the organization and administration of vocational education in the contemporary school. Identical with SFR 724. May be repeated to a total of 3 hours when topic varies. 1-3, D

AGV 726 Seminar in Industrial Education

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Presentation and discussion of professional or technical problems in the organization and management of programs and facilities in industrial education. 3(3-0), D

AGV 760 Special Investigations

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. The student, in consultation with the advisor, selects for in-depth study an area determined by the interest/career objectives of the student. Based on demand and timeliness of the subject, a cluster study group may engage in a joint investigation. 1-5, D

Agronomy Courses

AGA 105 Soils and Crop Science

Soils as influenced by geography, geology, temperature, rainfall, and other natural factors. Crop origin, adaptation, function and management principles are investigated. 3(3-0) F,S

AGA 215 Soils

Recommended Prerequisite: CHM 105 or CHM 160. Physical, chemical and biological activities within the soil as related to moisture, temperature, drainage, and tillage. 3(2-2) F,S

AGA 335 Soil Conservation and Water Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 215. Conservation of soil by integrating the various mechanical and agronomic management practices needed for effective erosion control. Design and layout of water management practices on the land. 3(3-0) F,S

AGA 345 Soil Judging

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 215. Introduction to soil morphology, interpretation of water relationships, site characteristics, classification, and land use. A soil judging team will be selected from this class. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours. 2(1-2) F,S

AGA 365 Grain Crops

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105. Adaptation, production, and utilization of the major grain crops. 3(3-0) F

AGA 375 Forage Crops

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105. Culture, preservation and management of crops useful for pasture, hay and silage. 3(3-0) S

AGA 405 Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 215. Principles of soil fertility and fertilizer applications affecting nutrient availability and plant growth. 3(2-2) S

AGA 425 Soil and Crop Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 215 and either AGA 365 or AGA 375. Integration of soil and crop management techniques necessary to enhance crop production and improve soil productivity. 2(2-0) F

AGA 455 Soil Genesis, Morphology and Classification

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 215. Pedogenetic processes that are responsible for genesis, morphology, and classification of the eleven orders of soil taxonomy. 2(2-0) F

AGA 485 Weed Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or AGA 375; and either BIO 102 or BIO 121; and either CHM 105 or CHM 160. Identification, physiology and growth habits of weeds and their management in crop production and ecological systems. 3(2-2) F

AGA 495 Problems in Plant and Soil Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Assigned investigations, dealing with current problems in plant and soil science supervised by an agricultural staff member. Student prepares outline, investigates sources of information concerning the subject, and summarizes his findings in a written report. May be repeated with permission. 1-3 F,S

AGA 505 Advanced Soil Fertility

Prerequisite: Recommended: AGA 405. Theoretical and Applied aspects of soil fertility emphasizing ion transport, nutrient availability, and root absorption in soils-plant environments. May be taught concurrently with AGA 605. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 605 and AGA 505. 3(2-2) D

AGA 545 Soil Survey and Land Appraisal

Prerequisite: Recommended: 6 credit hours in soils. Soil as a natural body, its morphological and chemical properties, and methods used to distinguish among different soils; description and identification of soil profiles; techniques in soil mapping; and interpretation of soil survey data. May be taught concurrently with AGA 645. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 645 and AGA 545. 3(2-2) F

AGA 555 Soil Genesis, Morphology, and Classification II

Prerequisite: Recommended: AGA 345 and AGA 455. Pedogenetic processes, macromorphology, micromorphology, redoximorphic features, and classification as related to soil taxonomy. May be taught concurrently with AGA 655. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 655 and AGA 555. 3(2-2) D

AGA 575 Plant Improvement

Prerequisite: Recommended: AGA 105. Application of genetic principles to the improvement of crop plants. Includes self-pollinated, cross-pollinated, and asexually-propagated crops. May be taught concurrently with AGA 675. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 675 and AGA 575. 2(2-0) S

AGA 605 Advanced Soil Fertility

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 405. Theoretical and Applied aspects of soil fertility emphasizing ion transport, nutrient availability, and root absorption in soils-plant environments. May be taught concurrently with AGA 505. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 505 and AGA 605. 3(2-2), D

AGA 645 Soil Survey and Land Appraisal

Recommended Prerequisite: 6 hours in soils. Soil as a natural body, its morphological and chemical properties, and methods used to distinguish among different soils; description and identification of soil profiles; techniques in soil mapping; and interpretation of soil survey data. May be taught concurrently with AGA 545. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 545 and AGA 645. 3(2-2), F

AGA 655 Soil Genesis, Morphology, and Classification II

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 345 and AGA 455. Pedogenetic processes, macromorphology, micromorphology, redoximorphic features, and classification as related to soil taxonomy. May be taught concurrently with AGA 555. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 555 and AGA 655. 3(2-2), D

AGA 675 Plant Improvement

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105. Application of genetic principles to the improvement of crop plants. Includes self-pollinated, cross-pollinated, and asexually-propagated crops. May be taught concurrently with AGA 575. Cannot receive credit for both AGA 575 and AGA 675. 2(2-0), S

AGA 725 Advanced Soils Interpretations

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 345 and AGA 455. Field interpretation of physical and chemical properties, water relationships, and soil landscape relationships. 3(2-3), D

Animal Science Courses

AGS 101 Animal Science

Introduction to farm animal industries, breeds, numbers, distribution, nutrition, heredity, reproduction, health and products. 4(4-0) F,S

AGS 161 Introduction to Horses

Scope and role of the horse industry. Responsibilities of ownership; selection, breeds-development and uses; basic care-nutrition, health care, conditioning; and facilities. 3(2-2) F

AGS 162 Introduction to Riding

This is an introductory course with a focus on safe and effective techniques for both English and Western riding. Students are responsible for transportation and payment of a horse care fee. The course may be repeated for a total of 3 hours. Supplemental course fee. 1(0-2) F,S,Su

AGS 191 Evaluation and Performance Appraisal of Horses

Detailed evaluation of athletic performance of horses; influence of training and other environmental effects, heredity, and conformation; use of racing and performance records, visual appraisal, and industry trends; oral and written defense of judgments. 2(0-4) D

AGS 196 Dairy and Meat Animal Evaluation

Comparative judging including selection, grading, and classification of dairy cattle, or beef cattle, swine and sheep. May be repeated with permission for up to 4 semester hours. Variable Content Course. 2(0-4) F

AGS 262 Riding for Horse Training

Prerequisite: AGS 162. This is an intermediate-level riding course with a focus on developing skills necessary for training horses. Students may ride hunt seat, stock seat, or both seats during the semester. Students are responsible for transportation and payment of horse care fee. Supplemental course fee. 2(0-4) F,S

AGS 301 Physiology of Farm Animals

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and B10 102 and CHM 105. Basic physiology of farm animals with special emphasis on systems related to the economic importance of domestic animals such as the mammary, reproductive, endocrine, and other systems. 3(3-0) S

AGS 302 Reproductive Physiology

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and BIO 102. Physiological principles of reproductive processes in domestic animals (production and companion) including sperm and ova production, estrus, fertilization, gestation, and parturition. Supplemental course fee. 3(2-2) S

AGS 306 Veterinary Science

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101. Functional anatomy, diseases and parasites of farm animals; sanitation; disease prevention and control. 3(3-0) F

AGS 311 Feeds and Feeding

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and MTH 135 or higher. Feed composition and formulation of livestock rations. 3(3-0) F,S

AGS 316 Animal Breeding

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and MTH 102 or higher. Principles of heredity applied to the improvement of farm animals; variation, selection, inbreeding and crossbreeding. 3(2-2) F

AGS 342 Meat Science and Products

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and either CHM 105 or CHM 160. Processing, inspection, grading, preservation and nutritive value of meats and meat products. 2(1-2) F

AGS 346 Dairy Products

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and either CHM 105 or CHM 160. Processing, inspection, grading, preservation and nutritional value of dairy products. 2(1-2) S

AGS 361 Horse Management and Training

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Survey of management and basic training of horses. Structural anatomy, care of feet, unsoundness, and equipment and facilities are emphasized. Instruction in fitting for show or sale, practical horse psychology and training for basic performance is given. Sections available for secure riders and non-riders available. 3(2-2) S,Su

AGS 362 Riding Instruction

Prerequisite: AGS 162. This is an advanced-level riding course with a focus on developing skills necessary for basic riding instruction. Students may ride hunt seat, stock seat, or both seats during the semester. Students are responsible for transportation and payment of horse care fee. Supplemental course fee. 2(0-4) S

AGS 396 Advanced Dairy and Meat Animal Evaluation

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 196. Continuation of AGS 196 with special emphasis on comparative judging and giving of oral reasons. A variable content course; may be repeated for up to 4 semester hours. 2(0-4) S

AGS 402 Applied Reproductive Techniques

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 302. Techniques of artificial insemination, pregnancy determination, semen processing and collecting, and embryo transfer. Planning and management for successful artificial breeding programs. Additional Saturday field trips may be required. Supplemental course fee. 2(1-2) F,S

AGS 432 Sheep and Goat Science

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 311. Applications of the principles of nutrition, physiology and genetics to sheep and goat management. Wool and mohair production. 2(2-0) D

AGS 442 Swine Science

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 311. Applications of the principals of nutrition, physiology and genetics of swine management. 2(2-0) F

AGS 446 Dairy Production

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 311. Efficient dairy farm enterprise organization, feed supplies, economical rations, breeding record analysis, labor-saving buildings and equipment, herd replacements, health and other management problems. 3(2-2) FE

AGS 451 Poultry Science

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101. Broiler production, market turkey production, egg production and processing of poultry products. 3(3-0) F

AGS 452 Beef Cattle Production

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101. Production and management of purebred and commercial beef cattle. Supplemental course fee. 3(2-2) S

AGS 461 Light Horse Production

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 101 and BIO 102. Breeding; housing; management of horses for pleasure and for profit. 3(3-0) S

AGS 491 Animal Science Senior Seminar

Recommended Prerequisite: 90 hours and Animal Science major. Discussion and analysis of trends and developments in animal agriculture. 1(1-0) F,S

AGS 492 Problems in Animal Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Assigned investigations dealing with current problems in animal science supervised by an agricultural staff member. Student prepares outline, investigates the sources of information concerning the subject, and summarizes his findings in a written report. May be repeated with permission. 1-3 F,S

AGS 511 Animal Nutrition and Metabolism

Prerequisite: Recommended: AGR 300 or CHM 200 or CHM 310. Utilization and metabolism of nutrients by domestic animals; role of vitamins and minerals. May be taught concurrently with AGS 611. Cannot receive credit for both AGS 611 and AGS 511. 3(3-0) S

AGS 611 Animal Nutrition and Metabolism

Recommended Prerequisite: AGR 300 or CHM 200 or CHM 310. Utilization and metabolism of nutrients by domestic animals; role of vitamins and minerals. May be taught concurrently with AGS 511. Cannot receive credit for both AGS 511 and AGS 611. 3(3-0), S

AGS 712 Special Topics in Animal Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Special study in an identified area of animal science not treated in other courses. Recent advances and new research techniques will be discussed. May be repeated when topic varies up to 6 hours. 1-3, D

AGS 716 Mammalian Reproductive Physiology

Recommended Prerequisite: AGS 302. Comparative anatomy and physiological processes of reproduction with an emphasis on domestic and laboratory animals. Fertilization through embryonic development, pregnancy, and growth to sexual maturity, reproductive efficiency and application of reproductive technology. 3(3-0), S

Fruit Science Courses

AGF 121 Introduction to Wine

An introduction to wine in the modern world. History, classification, production and the geography of wine. The basics of wine appreciation will also be examined. 2(2-0) S

AGF 193 Internship in Plant Science

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Supervised work experience at the State Fruit Experiment Station involving selected research and/or advisory projects. A written report and an oral examination are required. 1-3 D

AGF 401 Pomology

The course will emphasize the production and management of perennial fruit crops which are adapted to a temperate zone climate. The crops include apple, peach, grape, blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, and strawberry. The physiology of plants as a response to production practices, and recent technology as it applies to fruit production will be addressed. May be taught concurrently with AGF 701. Students cannot receive credit for both AGF 401 and AGF 701. 3(3-0) S

AGF 411 Vitaculture

The course will emphasize the production and management of Vitis species which are adapted to a temperate zone climate. The physiology of grapevines as a response to production practices, and recent technology as it applies to vineyard production will also be addressed. May be taught concurrently with AGF 611. Students cannot receive credit for both AGF 411 and AGF 711. 3(3-0) S

AGF 493 Internship in Fruit Science

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Supervised work experience either at the Fruit Experiment Station or in the commercial fruit production and/or processing industry. A paper analyzing some major aspect or aspects of the work experience as related to fruit production and/or processing is required. 1-5 D

AGF 496 Independent Study in Fruit Science

The student, with the approval of the instructor, conducts an in-depth literature review and writes a paper on a subject within the area of fruit production, fruit processing, or fruit marketing. May be repeated for a total of 3 credit hours. 1-3 D

AGF 497 Selected Topics in Fruit Science

Recommended Prerequisite: agriculture, biology, chemistry and related majors with at least 60 hours. Study of highly specialized topics related to fruit production or fruit processing. A variable content course which may be repeated for up to 6 credit hours when topic varies. 1-4 D

AGF 499 Undergraduate Research

Prerequisite: 60 hours and permission of instructor. Individually conducted field and/or laboratory research under faculty supervision resulting in a research paper. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours. 1-3 D

AGF 700 Plant Science Colloquium

Prerequisite: permission of graduate coordinator. A series of oral presentations on new developments in plant science. Presentations to be made by faculty members, students, and guest speakers from industry and academe. May be repeated, but not more than 2 hours may be counted toward the M.S. Degree. 1(1-0), F,S,Su

AGF 701 Advanced Pomology

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. The culture and management of perennial fruit crops adapted to temperate climates. Physiology, technology, and research as it applies to modern production practices will be emphasized. May be taught concurrently with AGF 401. Students cannot receive credit for both AGF 401 and AGF 701. 3(3-0), S

AGF 711 Vitaculture

Recommended Prerequisite: BIO 644. Principles of growing grapes based upon the genetics, physiology, development and morphology of the genus Vitis; the environments in which grapes are grown; and the uses of grapes. May be taught concurrently with FRS 411. Students cannot receive credit for both FRS 411 and FRS 711. 3(3-0), S

AGF 721 Enology

Recommended Prerequisite: BIO 310. The course will study the chemistry, microbiology, and technology of modern wine production. 3(3-0), S

AGF 722 Enology Lab

Prerequisite: AGF 721. Laboratory techniques in assessing wine production methods and quality. 2(0-4), F

AGF 730 Advanced Topics in Plant Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. An advanced topic in plant science will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: Improved Disease Resistance in Viticulture, Application of Field Collected Data to Computer Analysis. Identical with AGH 730. Variable content course. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours with differing topics. 3(3-0), F

AGF 731 Plant Genetic Engineering

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Principles, methodology, and commercial applications of plant biotechnology. Includes brief introduction to nucleic acid structure, gene regulation, and genome organization in eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. 3(3-0), S

AGF 798 Research

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised research in areas of emphasis within the discipline of plant science. May be repeated, but not more than 6 hours may be counted toward the M.S. degree. 1-6, F,S,Su

AGF 799 Thesis

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Demonstration of the capacity for research and independent thought culminating in a thesis. May be repeated, but no more than 6 hours will be applied to the master's degree. 1-6, F,S,Su

Horticulture/Plant Science Courses

AGH 243 Indoor Plants

Identification, cultural requirements and growth habits of ornamental foliage and flowering plants for indoor use. 2(2-0) S

AGH 303 Suburban Horticulture

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. Horticultural concepts and their application to the growth and maintenance of fruit, vegetables and ornamentals common to most homes. Will not count toward Horticulture major or minor. 3(3-0) F

AGH 323 Floriculture

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. Production and management of greenhouse floriculture crops and herbaceous landscape plants. 2(2-0) S

AGH 325 Herbaceous Plants

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. Nomenclature, identification and characteristics of herbaceous ornamental plants. 2(1-2) F

AGH 333 Landscape Design

Theory and practice of landscaping including elementary design. 3(2-2) F,S

AGH 343 Vegetable Production

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. Methods and practices of home and commercial vegetable production. 3(3-0) S

AGH 353 Turf Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. The establishment, cultural maintenance, selection of cultivars and pest control relevant to lawn and turf grass. 3(3-0) S

AGH 363 Landscape Plants I

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. Identification, classification and adaptation of common trees, shrubs and groundcovers used for landscape purposes. 3(2-2) F

AGH 393 Fruit Culture

Recommended Prerequisite: AGA 105 or BIO 102 or BIO 121. The culture and management of tree fruit, grapes, strawberries and other small fruit. 3(3-0) S

AGH 403 Nursery Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGH 363 or BIO 334 or BIO 339. General principles and practices involved in the commercial production, management, and marketing of landscape plants. Field trips required. 3(2-2) S

AGH 443 Greenhouse Management

Recommended Prerequisite: AGH 323. Factors involved in site selection, construction, and management of greenhouses for the production of horticulture crops. Supplemental course fee. 3(2-2) S

AGH 483 Diseases of Economic Plants

Recommended Prerequisite: 9 hours of plant science. Plant diseases and physiological disorders of economic plants as seen in the environment. 3(2-2) F

AGH 493 Problems in Horticulture

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Assigned investigations dealing with current problems in horticulture supervised by an agricultural staff member. Student prepares outline, investigates sources of information concerning the subject, and summarizes his findings in a written report. May be repeated with permission. 1-3 F,S

AGH 573 Plant Propagation

Recommended Prerequisite: either AGA 105 or BIO 121 and either CHM 105 or CHM 160. Practices employed by fruit and ornamental plant producers in propagation of plants, including seeds, cuttings, layerings, grafting and micropropagation. Supplemental course fee. May be taught concurrently with AGH 643. Cannot receive credit for both AGH 643 and AGH 573. 3(2-2) F

AGH 643 Plant Propagation

Recommended Prerequisite: either AGA 105 or BIO 121; and either CHM 105 or CHM 160. Practices employed by fruit and ornamental plant producers in propagation of plants, including seeds, cuttings, layerings, grafting and micropropagation. Supplemental course fee. May be taught concurrently with AGH 573. Cannot receive credit for both AGH 643 and AGH 573. 3(2-2) F

AGH 730 Advanced Topics in Plant Science

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. An advanced topic in plant science will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: Improved Disease Resistance in Viticulture, and Application of Field Collected Data to Computer Analysis. Variable content course. Identical with AGF 730. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours with differing topics. 3(3-0), F

AGH 753 Plant Stress Physiology

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. The effects of environmental stresses on plant physiological functions and plant growth, plus cultural methods to help plants adapt to stress. 3(3-0), D

AGH 773 Plant Growth Regulation

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. The role of natural and synthetic plant hormones and related compounds in the growth, reproduction and cultivation of plants. 3(3-0), D

Technology Education Courses

AGT 416 Principles of Teaching Industrial Education

Prerequisite: EDC 150 and SEC 302 and 60 credit hours; and admitted to teacher education program or teacher certification. Instructional methods of attaining the objectives of technology education and vocational industrial technical education; design of individualized instruction and classroom and laboratory management; techniques of problem solving and applied critical thinking/decision-making; construction of tests; student evaluation; and use of visual aids. Credited only on B.S. in Education (Secondary). A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take AGT 493 or AGT 494. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 3(3-0) F

AGT 420 Technology Education for the Classroom

Prerequisite: AGT 416 or concurrent enrollment; EDC 150 and SEC 302 and 60 credit hours; and admitted to teacher education program or teacher certification. Techniques, constructional activities, instructional materials and critical thinking/problem solving activities used in teaching technology education in elementary and secondary schools. Credited only on B.S. in Education (Secondary). A grade of "C" or better is required in this course in order to take AGT 493 or AGT 494. May not be taken Pass/Not Pass. 2(1-2) F

AGT 493 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Technology)

Prerequisite: completion of all method courses in Technology; a grade of "C" or better in all professional education courses; current pre-professional liability insurance; and approval for student teaching. Student observes then teaches industrial technology classes under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. Course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 6 S

AGT 494 Supervised Teaching (Secondary Technology)

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in AGT 493. Student observes then teaches under the direction of the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. Student participates in school-related activities appropriate to the assignment and attends all required meetings. In order to receive a grade in this course, the student's professional portfolio must meet or exceed final criteria. The course will not count toward the major GPA. Supplemental course fee. 6 S

AGT 499 Clinical Experiences in Teaching II

Prerequisite: EDC 199; and admitted to Teacher Education Program; and grades of "C" or better in all professional education courses and; and completion of portfolio checkpoints 1 and 2; and current pre-professional liability insurance; and program approval. This course is designed to meet HB 1711 for student's experience as a Teacher's Aide or Assistant Rule (Rule 5 CSR 80-805.040), to that of conventional student teachers within the same program. It is also designed to support completion of additional clinical requirements within that program including: seminars and workshops, required meetings, school related activities appropriate to the assignment, demonstrated mastery of the MOSTEP quality indicators and completion and overall assessment of a Professional Preparation Portfolio. This course is credited only on B.S. in Education or appropriate master's-level certification programs. Can only receive credit for one of the following: AGE 499, AGT 499, ART 469, BSE 499, CFS 498, COM 493, ECE 499, ELE 499, ENG 434, HST 499, MCL 491, MID 499, MTH 496, MUS 499, PED 498, SCI 499, SEC 499, SPE 499, THE 493. 4 F,S

AGT 521 Selection and Organization of Industrial Education

Prerequisite: AGT 416 or concurrent enrollment; and AGT 420 or concurrent enrollment. Selection and arrangement of units to teach; preparation of informational and job assignments; selection, purchase and arrangement of laboratory equipment; dispensing of supplies and keeping of adequate records. Course typically taken in same semester as AGT 416 and AGT 420. Cannot receive credit for both AGT 521 and AGV 521. May be taught concurrently with AGT 621. Cannot receive credit for both AGT 621 and AGT 521. 3(3-0) F

AGT 621 Selection and Organization of Industrial Education

Prerequisite: AGT 416 or concurrent enrollment; and AGT 420 or concurrent enrollment. Selection and arrangement of units to teach; preparation of informational and job assignments; selection, purchase and arrangement of laboratory equipment; dispensing of supplies and keeping of adequate records. Course typically taught in same semester as AGT 416 and AGT 420. Identical with AGV 621. Cannot receive credit for both AGT 621 and AGV 621. May be taught concurrently with AGT 521. Cannot receive credit for both AGT 521 and AGT 621. 3(3-0), F

Wildlife Conservation and Management Courses

AGW 143 Introductory Forestry

Introduction to field of forestry. 3(3-0) F,S

AGW 351 Game Bird Production

Captive management of quail, pheasants and other gamebirds. Gamebirds will be raised in laboratory. Supplemental course fee. 2(1-2) F

AGW 496 Wildlife Conservation Senior Seminar

Recommended Prerequisite: 90 hours and Wildlife Conservation Major. Presentation, discussions and analysis of professional topics in Wildlife Conservation. 1(1-0) F,S

AGW 513 Insects Affecting Horticultural and Forestry Crops

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Identification, life histories and control methods of insects affecting gardens, ornamental plants, orchards and forests. May be taught concurrently with AGW 613. Cannot receive credit for both AGW 613 and AGW 513. 3(1-4) F

AGW 613 Insects Affecting Horticultural and Forestry Crops

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Identification, life histories and control methods of insects affecting gardens, ornamental plants, orchards and forests. May be taught concurrently with AGW 513. Cannot receive credit for both AGW 513 and AGW 613. 3(1-4), F