This cluster deals with the processing, production, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and natural resources.
The Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster is divided into seven pathways. Pathways are grouped by common knowledge and skills required of occupations in these career fields. Each pathway provides instruction as a basis for success in an array of careers and educational pursuits.
• Agribusiness Systems Curriculum Resources Video developed and distributed by the New Jersey Center for Occupational Education Information under a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration. |
The list below focuses on the production of agricultural goods. Agricultural goods include food, fiber, wood products, horticultural crops, and other plant and animal products. These include farm production, horticulture and landscaping services, conservation of land and water resources, mining operations, and environmental management services. This cluster deals with the processing, production, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and natural resources. Click on the link below to download a Career Plan of Study for 2008-2009. |
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| Advanced Animal Science
A course designed to examine the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to expand one’s knowledge of the scientific and technological dimensions of resources necessary for animal production. |
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| Agricultural Mechanics
A course designed to develop appropriate spoken, written, and visual communications techniques and procedures. |
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| Animal Production
A laboratory course designed to develop skills in animal production and feedlot operation through the development of competencies in the selection, physiology, nutrition, health, facilities, feeding, and marketing of cattle, sheep, and swine. Instruction will include information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record-keeping practices related to the industry. |
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| Animal Science
A course designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of domestic animals. |
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| Applied Agricultural Science And Technology
A basic course designed to enhance the agricultural comprehension in agricultural science. The course includes soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, supervised agricultural experience programs, and leadership |
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| ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL TECH A course designed to explore interrelationships of people and natural resources with special emphasis on conservation and protection of the environment. |
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| EQUINE SCIENCE (EQUINESC) A course designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the selection, nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of horses. |
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EXPLORING AQUACULTURE A course designed to provide a clear understanding of the scope of aquaculture production and the existing career opportunities. A study of aquatic plants and animals, water management, production techniques, and management and marketing skills provide a thorough basis for future studies. |
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| Floral Design And Interior Landscape Development
A course designed to develop skills in the design and arrangement of flowers, foliage, and related plant materials for interior locations. |
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| Horticulture I
A laboratory-oriented course designed to develop skills in the various technical areas of the horticulture industry, preparing individuals to perform horticulture related skills. The course emphasizes greenhouse and nursery crop production; landscaping; floral design; and fruit, nut, and vegetable crop production. Instruction will include information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record keeping practices related to the horticulture industry. |
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| Introduction To Agricultural Mechanics
A course designed to introduce basic theory and specialized skills in agricultural mechanics. Skills to be developed include tool identification and safe use, carpentry, electricity, plumbing, masonry, fencing, painting, metal working, and welding processes. |
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| Introduction To Horticultural Science
A course designed as an introduction to horticultural sciences with emphasis on technical skills, entrepreneurship, and career opportunities. |
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| Introduction To World Agricultural Science And Technology
A basic course designed to provide an introduction to global agriculture. The course includes instructional units in agricultural career development, leadership, communications, personal finance, and mechanized agriculture |
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| Plant And Animal Production
A course designed to provide principles of animal and plant production and the management of soils as related to agriculture. |
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| Plant And Soil Science
A course designed to examine soil and plant relationships that affect the production of food and fiber. |
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| Wildlife And Recreation Management
A course designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using wildlife and natural resources. |
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