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High School Career Pathways
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Program Concentration: Agriculture
Career, Technical and Agricultural Education’s Agriculture program combines agricultural
technical skills with rigorous coursework, leadership training, and an exploration of the
ethical and philosophical issues related to genetic engineering and other current
agricultural topics. The Agriculture program consists of three components: classroom/
laboratory experiences, the Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP) which will
allow students to apply what they have learned in the classroom in real world practical
jobs and experiences, and the Career Technical Student Organization, FFA, which provides
cocurricular activities that build public speaking skills, personal growth, teamwork and
leadership skills.
Agriculture nurtures leaders in every field imaginable. Students completing an agriculture
career pathway will have solid skills in areas related to agriscience, biotechnology, turf
management, landscaping, food science, forestry, environmental science, agricultural
engineering, and agribusiness management. Georgia’s strong dependence on Agriculture will
only continue to expand the Agriculture-related career opportunities for many years.
For more information regarding Agriculture pathways, please contact
David Turner.
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Agriscience Career Pathway
Today’s agriculture encompasses more than the production of crops and livestock.
Agriscience is the combination of two fields, agriculture and science, where scientific
knowledge is required to carry out the necessary functions in agriculture.The work
agricultural scientists do plays an important part in maintaining and increasing the
nation’s agricultural productivity.The job opportunities in agriscience are many and
varied, from developing ways to improve the quantity and quality of farm crops and animals
to researching methods of converting raw agricultural commodities into attractive and
healthy food products for consumers.
Course Titles
02.47100 Basic Agricultural Science and Technology
This course is designed as an introduction or support course for the Agriscience Pathway
Program of Study. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production
and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in
agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are
supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.
02.42100 Animal Science Technology/Biotechnology
As part of the Agriscience pathway program of study, this course is designed to introduce
students to the scientific principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural
animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products.
Introduces scientific principles applied to the animal industry; covers reproduction,
production technology, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products.
Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural
experiences and leadership programs and activities.
02.44100 Plant Science and Biotechnology
Plant science is a basic component of the agriscience pathway. This course introduces
students to the scientific theories, principles, and practices involved in the production
and management of plants for food, feed, fiber, conservation and ornamental use. Classroom
and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and
leadership programs and activities.
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Forestry/Natural Resources Career Pathway
Those working in the forestry and natural resources field conserve and manage our forest
and natural resources.Sample job opportunities in this field include wildlife manager,
park manager, fish and game officer, forest worker, logger, forest manager and fisheries
manager.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in forestry is the minimum education recommended for
a professional career in forestry.Forestry and natural resources technicians usually
receive their training through a combination of community colleges and on-the-job training.
Many states require licensure of professional foresters.
Those working in this field regularly work with landowners, loggers, forestry technicians
and aides, farmers, ranchers, government officials, special interest groups and the general
public.Anyone interested in this field should enjoy working outdoors.
Course Titles
02.47100 Basic Agricultural Science and Technology
This course is designed as an introduction or support course for the Agriscience Pathway
Program of Study. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production
and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in
agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are
supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.
03.45100 Forest Science
This course provides entry-level skills for employment in the forest industry and for further
study. The course covers establishing forests by natural and artificial means, maintaining
and surveying forests, identifying and protecting trees, practicing silviculture, measuring
trees and land, mapping, preparing for timber sales and harvest, employing multiple-use
resource management, keeping records, and figuring taxes. Classroom and laboratory activities
are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.
03.45300 Wildlife Management
This course introduces students to the principles of wildlife management and conservation and
to opportunities for further education and careers in the field of wildlife biology. The course
includes instruction in the history of wildlife management, ecological concepts, habitat
assessment, habitat management techniques for wildlife, population dynamics, predator-prey
relationships, wildlife species biology and identification, human-wildlife conflict resolution,
the role of hunting in conservation, game and fish laws and regulations, hunters safety, and
the application of scientific principles to managing wildlife habitat and populations.
Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences
and leadership programs and activities.
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Plant Science/Horticulture Career Pathway
A career in plant science and horticulture offers a variety of job opportunities in the fields of
education, research, golf and sports turf, landscape design, parks and gardens, public service,
production management, and sales and marketing.Some jobs available include landscape designer,
greenhouse manager, golf course superintendent, plant breeder, florist, agricultural chemical
researcher and garden center owner.
Educational requirements in this field vary by job.Two- and four-year programs are available in
this area.Advanced degrees may be necessary for some research-related jobs.
Those who are interested in this field should be able to carry out projects and work independently,
have a commitment to quality and customer service, have an appreciation of our natural environment
and have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Course Titles
02.47100 Basic Agricultural Science and Technology
This course is designed as an introduction or support course for the Agriscience Pathway Program
of Study. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research;
presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in agricultural science
and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through
supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.
01.46100 General Horticulture and Plant Science
This course is designed as an introduction for the Horticulture/Plant Science Pathway Program of
Study. The course introduces the major concepts of plant and horticulture science. Classroom and
laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership
programs and activities.
01.47000 Nursery and Landscape
This course is designed to provide students with the basic skills and knowledge utilized by the
green industry in nursery production and management and landscape design and management. Classroom
and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and
leadership programs and activities.
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