Agriculture/Horticulture
According to government statistics, the agriculture industry is a $42 billion business in the State of South Carolina. With more than 25,200 farms spread across 4.9 acres of land, farming and farm suppliers are an economic powerhouse. The Environmental and Natural Resources program at DCCTC focuses on obtaining the skills required for a job in agriculture, natural resources and wildlife. Students explore plant and soil science, wildlife management, land management and the identification of regional flora and fauna.
The class also hosts a chapter of Future Farmers of America (FFA) allowing students to compete in a variety of statewide agricultural competitions, attend the state fair and join the DCCTC student fishing and sporting clays teams.
Career Fields Include:
Conservation Land Managers, Range Managers, Soil and Water Conservationists, Forester, Department of Natural Resources Officer
Agriculture Science and Technology for the Workplace
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: None
Site: DCCTC Main Campus
The Agricultural Science and Technology for the Workplace course is designed to teach essential concepts and understanding related to plant and animal life including biotechnology, the conservation of natural resources, and the impact of agriculture and natural resource utilization on the environment. Emphasis is placed on the role of agriculture in our society and the importance of agriculture to the welfare of the world. Basic personal and community leadership and safety and agricultural mechanical technology are included as a part of the instructional program. Each student is expected to design and participate in a supervised agricultural experience.
Typical learning activities include hands-on learning experiences including performing basic principles of
plant, soil, and animal science; studying and modeling the significance of humankind’s interrelationship with soil, water, and air; and participating in FFA activities.
Horticulture for the Workplace 1
Credits: 2
Site: DCCTC Main Campus
This is an introductory course in ornamental horticulture, plant nursery & greenhouse management, and landscape design and maintenance. Students will learn fundamental skills relating to plant propagation from small-scale backyard gardening and landscaping to large-scale production nursery/greenhouse management and commercial landscaping for the season of the year in which they are enrolled. Students will work through the steps of planning, implementing, cultivating, harvesting, and evaluating various horticultural and nursery/greenhouse operations. Students are encouraged to establish, improve and/or maintain their own home landscapes and gardens and are provided with plants through the program. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the DCCTC Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter. A $20 lab fee and $10 FFA dues are required for this course.
Horticulture for the Workplace II
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: Horticulture for the Workplace I
Site: DCCTC Main Campus
This is the continuation of the introductory course in ornamental horticulture, plant nursery & greenhouse management, and landscape design and maintenance. Students will continue learning fundamental skills relating to plant propagation from small-scale backyard gardening and landscaping to large-scale production nursery/greenhouse management and commercial landscaping for the season of the year in which they are enrolled. Students will work through the steps of planning, implementing, cultivating, harvesting, and evaluating various horticultural and nursery/greenhouse operations. Students are encouraged to establish, improve, and/or maintain their own home landscapes and gardens and are provided with plants through the program. This career field’s current salary range in South Carolina is $11.32 to $22.39 per hour (www.onetonline.org). Students will have the opportunity to participate in the DCCTC Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter. A $20 lab fee and $10 FFA dues are required for this course.
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Work Based Learning
Credits: 1
Site: DCCTC Main Campus
Prerequisites: Senior and completer of a DCCTC career and technology program in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources with a grade of 80 or higher and instructor recommendation
Seniors who have completed a career and technology program and desire work experience in a related field or desire to further enhance their skills may enroll in a work-based learning course. Students should express their interest in enrolling to their instructor and counselor. Students desiring to work in a related field must provide their own transportation to work sites. A $20 lab fee is required for this course.
TAUGHT BY
Markie Leonard – Woodland High School
Casey Attaway – DCCTC Dorchester Campus
Cody Floyd – Woodland Middle School
ADDITIONAL INFO
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