B.S. Agricultural Science
Courses
120 credit hours
98% career outcome rate
1 degree option
Agricultural ScienceFeatured Courses
As a student in the agricultural science major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the agricultural science profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various agricultural science careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
BIO 110
Principles of Biology
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of general biology: Science as a way of knowing — Scientific methodology and practice, literacy in biological literature and research, study of cells, cell organelles, molecular biology, genetics, systematics, structure and function of plants and animals, reproduction, growth and development, population biology, evolution as a paradigm and ecology.
CHEM 109
Introductory Chemistry
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. An introduction to the concepts of inorganic chemistry, the common elements, and their compounds. Selected topics in organic chemistry, polymer science, biochemistry, food chemistry, and fuels chemistry. May serve as a prerequisite for CHEM 115. This course is intended for students with limited experience in chemistry.
BIO 141
General Botany
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. Basic concepts of plant life through a study of the structure, functional form, reproduction and ecology of select plant groups from the plant kingdom.
GEOG 385
Global Positioning Systems and Drone Technology
Course provides students with an introduction to the Global Positioning System (GPS). Students will learn the history of GPS, how the system operates, and how it can be used in a variety of disciplines and professions. Students conduct a variety of exercises and research projects utilizing GPS functionality and integrating it with GIS and other Internet-based mapping programs such as Google Earth. Course fee.
Agricultural ScienceSample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Semester 1
AGRI 101
Food Animal & Crop Prod & Econ
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BIO 110
Principles of Biology
Lecture 3, Lab. 2. A study of general biology: Science as a way of knowing — Scientific methodology and practice, literacy in biological literature and research, study of cells, cell organelles, molecular biology, genetics, systematics, structure and function of plants and animals, reproduction, growth and development, population biology, evolution as a paradigm and ecology.
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ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics
Examination of the behavior of microeconomic units such as consumers, firms and industries. Includes analysis of the problems of monopoly, urbanization, income inequality and poverty. International economics and the world economy are discussed.
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REL 121
History and Literature of the Old Testament
A historical and theological survey of the Old Testament era and the Old Testament writings with an emphasis on summarizing and communicating their major themes.
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FYE 101
First-Year Experience
This course is designed to help first-year students make successful transitions to college student life. Students will examine what others have to say about the purpose and culture of contemporary higher education and will explore the opportunities for intellectual, academic, social and spiritual growth they face as a Concordia freshman. Through reading, discussion and writing, students will reflect on the ways their own values, beliefs, goals and learning styles may affect their experiences as students and their professional and vocational paths.
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Total Credits
14
Semester 2
AGRI 102
Food Animal and Crop Production Science
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CHEM 109
Introductory Chemistry
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. An introduction to the concepts of inorganic chemistry, the common elements, and their compounds. Selected topics in organic chemistry, polymer science, biochemistry, food chemistry, and fuels chemistry. May serve as a prerequisite for CHEM 115. This course is intended for students with limited experience in chemistry.
credits
ECON 101
Principles of Macroeconomics
A study of the performance of the American economy. Includes an introduction to national income, employment, fiscal policy, money and monetary policy. In addition, topics of economic stability and analysis of economic growth are covered.
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BUS 121
Financial Accounting
An introduction to the theory, language, and practice of accounting. Major components of the primary financial statements are examined. Emphasis on the uses of financial information.
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REL 131
History and Literature of the New Testament
A historical and theological survey of the New Testament era and the New Testament writings with an emphasis on summarizing and communicating their major themes.
credits
Total Credits
15
Semester 3
BIO 141
General Botany
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. Basic concepts of plant life through a study of the structure, functional form, reproduction and ecology of select plant groups from the plant kingdom.
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AGRI 210
Nature and Properties of Soils
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GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
9
Semester 4
BIO 207
Human Genetics: Applications and Issues
A study of the basic principles of human genetics, their applications in society, and the issues that arise from these applications.
credits
MATH 122
Introduction to Statistics
The fundamentals of elementary statistics, data collection and analysis, probability, distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression.
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GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
7
Semester 5
BIO 377
Conservation Biology
An introduction to the principles and practices of conservation biology. Conservation biology is the discipline in science dealing with the preservation of biodiversity. The preservation of biodiversity requires input from biology, economics, sociology, political science, sociology, and philosophy.
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PHYS 109
Introductory Physics
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. An introduction to the concepts of physics used to understand and explain the sensibleness of nature, particle and wave ideas, theories that explain everyday phenomena. Not open to students who have had a year of high school physics.
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BUS 281
Business Communication
The intense study of business writing and speaking using audience analysis. Implications for organizational communication and structure are considered. Major assignments include writing letters and reports for targeted audiences, analysis of organizational rhetoric as related to those products, self-presentation and audience analysis in interview situations, and editing skills.
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GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
16
Semester 6
AGRI 301
Plant and Animal Physiology Applications
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AGRI 303
Plan and Animal Genetic Improvement Applications
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AGRI 305
Plant and Animal Nutrition Applications
Plant and animal physiology and related technology applied to the management of plants and animals in agriculture. Plant applications include: water relations, photosynthesis, metabolism of organic materials, and plant growth regulation. Animal applications include: the basic physical and chemical principles of physiological processes of sense, circulation, respiration, thermal regulation, hormones and reproduction. Includes lab.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
13
Semester 7
GEOG 385
Global Positioning Systems and Drone Technology
Course provides students with an introduction to the Global Positioning System (GPS). Students will learn the history of GPS, how the system operates, and how it can be used in a variety of disciplines and professions. Students conduct a variety of exercises and research projects utilizing GPS functionality and integrating it with GIS and other Internet-based mapping programs such as Google Earth. Course fee.
credits
AGRI 305
Plant and Animal Nutrition Applications
Plant and animal physiology and related technology applied to the management of plants and animals in agriculture. Plant applications include: water relations, photosynthesis, metabolism of organic materials, and plant growth regulation. Animal applications include: the basic physical and chemical principles of physiological processes of sense, circulation, respiration, thermal regulation, hormones and reproduction. Includes lab.
credits
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
13
Semester 8
GEN ED
General Education
General education from across the university
credits
Total Credits
12
Agricultural Science Faculty
As experts in agricultural science, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.
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