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Ag, Food, and Natural Resources |
Introduces students to a range of agricultural opportunities through investigation, experimentation, problem-solving, and solutions communications to peers and professionals |
Institute
(May-August) |
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AgXplore Middle School |
Takes middle school students through an exploration of the daily impact of agriculture, introducing plants, resources, energy, and animals we use and consume due to agricultural technologies |
BriefCASE
(year-round) |
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Agricultural Business Foundations |
Introduces students to business management in agriculture through practical and engaging math, reading, and writing components used to develop and improve business and employability skills |
BriefCASE
(year-round) |
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Animal Science |
Engages students in hands-on labs and activities to explore the world of animal agriculture as students develop a comprehensive Producer’s Management Guide for an animal of their choice |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Plant Science |
Teaches students the form and function of plant systems through experiments to learn plant anatomy and physiology, classification, and the fundamentals of production and harvesting |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Natural Resources and Ecology |
Provides students with an exploration of the natural world and their impact on it, including biomes, land, air, water, energy, use, and care through hands-on projects and activities |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Environmental Science Issues |
Enables students to research, analyze, and propose sustainable solutions to environmental issues surrounding ecosystem management, sustainable agriculture, energy choices, and pollution |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Food Science and Safety |
Allows students to investigate food science concepts and situations including food safety, food chemistry, food processing, food product development, and marketing |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Animal and Plant Biotechnology |
Provides students with experiences in industry-appropriate applications of biotechnology, including micropipetting, bacterial cultures, electrophoresis, and polymerase chain reaction |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Animal Health and Veterinary Science |
Students apply veterinary skills to address practical challenges and gain an understanding of the intricate relationships between animal health and care. |
BriefCASE
(year-round)
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Agricultural Power and Technology |
Prepares students for career opportunities in ag engineering by applying technical skills used to operate, repair, engineer, and design agricultural tools and equipment |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Ag Equipment Maintenance and Technology |
Prepares students to enter the ag technician field through hands-on identification and cause and correction of equipment failures in electrical, fluid, diesel, precision, and mechanical systems |
Institute
(May-August) |
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Small Gas Engines |
Provides students with practical experience of technical skills, including measurements, troubleshooting, engine teardown/assembly, work/repair orders, and using a service manual |
BriefCASE
(year-round) |
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Agricultural Research and Development |
Capstone course for students completing a CASE program of study during which they design, develop, and conduct a sustained research project with the goal of solving a problem in agriculture |
Institute
(May-August) |