Provides a basic understanding of the business and economics of the agricultural industry; an introduction to the economic aspects of agriculture and their implications to the agricultural producer, consumer and the food system; management principles encountered in the day-to-day operation of an agricultural enterprise as they relate to the decision-making process.

The place of agriculture and farming in the economic system; basic economic concepts, and problems of agriculture; pricing and marketing problems, factors of production; and state and federal farm programs affecting the farmer's economic position.

The study of the principles of agricultural accounting systems and types of records, their use and how to compute and use measures of earnings and cost of production to improve agribusiness efficiency. Farm income tax, Social Security, and employee payroll records also included. Application of these concepts and methods through hands-on projects developing computer-based solutions for agriculture business.

Computer use in the workplace with emphasis on agricultural and business applications. Computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation managers will be covered. Also included will be assessing information using the Internet and World Wide Web, telecommunications and introduction to web page design and other software appropriate to agribusiness.

Introduction to educational and agricultural employment opportunities. Includes portfolio and educational plan development and curriculum requirements that pertain to educational goals as they relate to agriculture majors. Assists students in setting goals and developing skills necessary for life-long success in obtaining, maintaining, and advancing in agriculture careers. Current events that impact agriculture and society will be discussed.

Covers meeting preparation and documentation, planning and implementation of organizations, problems and techniques of group dynamics, participation in community and competitive agricultural events. Recommended for agricultural club members and officers; open to all students interested in professional development and leadership activities. Not open to students with credit in AG19R. Grades are P/NP.

Covers parliamentary procedures as applied in professional meetings. Study of group and individual leadership aspects as it applies to community activities. Participation in competitive agricultural speech and leadership conferences. Recommended for agricultural club members and officers; open to all students interested in professional development and leadership activities. Grades are P/NP.

On-the-job training/occupational work experience in Agriculture that coordinates individual career goals with placement at a job site. A maximum of 4 semester units may be earned in one semester. Students enrolling in this class are not eligible for work experience classes or other Internship classes during the same semester. A maximum of sixteen (16) units may be earned in work experience & internship during a students' enrollment within Yuba Community College District. Students must work 75 hours for each unit of paid work experience credit. If a student is performing non-paid volunteer work, one unit may be earned for each 60 hours of training.

The study of common livestock disease and fundamentals of immune response as it relates to animal production systems. Focus will be on the role of establishing best practices related to prevention of disease and promotion of animal health, as well as establishing measures of biosecurity and critical control points in a production environment.

Survey of the sheep and goat industries; management of commercial, purebred and small farm flocks; selecting, feeding, breeding and basic care of small ruminants plus marketing of sheep, goats and their products.

Principles and practices of purebred and commercial beef cattle production throughout California, the United States, and the world. Topics include beef cattle breeds, breeding principles, selection, nutrition, environmental management, health, marketing and record keeping to ensure scientifically-based management decisions and consumer product acceptance. Field trips are required.

An overview of the principles of animal science and the interrelationship of domestic animals and mankind. This course will investigate animal anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, health, products and by-products, as well as behavior and genetics from a scientific perspective. Current topics on influences of humans on genetic potential and productivity will be addressed. Experimental design and reporting, animal dissections, basic animal handling and husbandry practices, recognition of animal health, and use of biotechnology in animal science will also be addressed.

An overview of the principles of animal science and the interrelationships of domestic animals and humankind. This course will investigate animal anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, health, products and by-products, as well as behavior and genetics from a scientific prospective. Current topics on influences of humans on genetic potential and productivity will be addressed. Experimental design and reporting, animal dissections, basic animal handling and husbandry practices, recognition of animal health, and use of biotechnology in animal science.

Introduction to the feeds and nutrition of farm animals. This course will study digestive anatomy and physiology, composition and selection of feeds, characteristics of nutrients, principles of nutrition, nutrient requirements of ruminant and non-ruminant animals, and formulation of diets to meet these requirements.

Learning to critically evaluate and assess the job market and jobs in the future as it relates to agriculture related careers. Students will learn how to identify opportunities and evaluate skills, interests, and identify training and/or education pathways through career explorations.