Areas Of Study - Lake Area Technical Institute

AGR 217
AGR 219
AGR 222
AGR 223
AGR 225
AGR 227
AGR 230
AGR 232
AGR 233
AGR 235
AGR 236
AGR 237
AGR 238
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AND TROUBLE
SHOOTING
This course is designed as a study of the various electronic
components that a person may encounter on most precision
controlled equipment. It will include identification of various
parts and the trouble shooting of those components.
3 credits
PRECISION FARMING/DATA COLLECTION
Students will study precision agriculture relying on the
existence of in-field variability using new global positioning,
sensors, satellites or aerial images, and information
management tools (GIS) to assess and understand variations.
Data will be collected and used to more precisely evaluate
optimum sowing density, estimate fertilizers and other
input needs, and to more accurately predict crop yields.
3 credits
FARM MACHINERY LAB
Hands-on activities such as combine adjustment and
performance; field demonstrations; maintenance and
updates; GPS and field mapping; operation, calibration,
adjustment and performance. 1 credit
ADVANCED Computer applications
for agriculture
Generate a better understanding of Microsoft Excel and
related data bases. 3 credits
SYSTEMS INTEGRATION
Gain an understanding of various companies’ data gathering
software and their communication between systems. How
do they marry together? 3 credits
Agricultural Spatial Analysis
Create an understanding of mapping components for the
conversion of data to useful information. 3 credits
FARM ACCOUNTING II
An advanced course of Farm Accounting I which utilizes
the computer to keep and complete all records for farming
operations. 3 credits
FARM MANAGEMENT II
This course covers how to determine the best business
organization for the farm/ranch; blending multiple
generations in a family operation; estate planning and
generational transition; research projects and goal-setting.
3 credits
COMMODITY FUTURES AND OPTIONS
An overview of key topics in the futures industry such as
futures fundamentals, hedging, basis, price analysis and
options on futures. 3 cred its
COMMODITY MERCHANDISING
Teaches the skills of basis trading; position reports, grain
accounting; selling and customer service. 3 credits
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT I
An introductory course which includes an overview of the
busi ness world: legal aspects, social responsibility, forms of
own er ship, man age ment challenges, em ploy ee motivation,
labor re la tions, and in for ma tion man age ment. 3 credits
BUSINESS LAW/SUPERVISION
Development of knowledge and skills in planning,
or ga ni za tion, com mu ni ca tion, motivation and leadership.
An important course for anyone, especially in the business
of agriculture. 3 credits
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT II
Prerequisite: AGR 236. Topics include marketing, financial
man age ment and reporting, international business growth,
and dis cus sion of career implications. 3 credits
AGR 249
AGR 250
AGR 252
AGR 253
AGR 255
AGR 256
AGR 257
AGR 258
PRODUCTION SUPERVISED OCCUPATIONAL
EXPERIENCE II (SOE)
To achieve proficiency in general farm/ranch management
skills, students will work at an established farm/ranch, usu ally
their homes. Structured as sign ments must be com plet ed.
AGR 249 for the Dairy Option only is normally completed
at the Midwest Dairy Institute (MDI) at Milbank, SD.
Sixty internship hours must be completed in Animal Health
and for agronomy related business. Instructors will visit the
sites several times during this period. 5 credits
COMPUTER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS FOR
AGRICULTURE
A review and evaluation of various software packages
available today. Application of software to complete typical
farm/ranch-use exercises so that the student will be able to
use a computer effectively to meet the needs of his/her own
farm or ranch. 3 cred its
ADVANCED NUTRITION
Advanced discussion of nutrition and its effects on livestock.
3 cred its
LARGE ANIMAL SUPERVISED OCCUPATIONAL
EXPERIENCE (SOE)
Students will gain hands-on practical experience through an
internship on a large animal operation which may include
cattle, swine, horses and sheep. 5 credits
DAIRY HERD MANAGEMENT I
This course will teach strategies concerning the profitable
care and management of the dairy herd. The primary focus
of this course will be on calf and heifer management, dry
cow and transition cow management. Topics to be covered
include newborn calf care and colostrum management,
calf feeding guidelines, dry period management, calving
management and care of the fresh cow. 3 credits
DAIRY HERD MANAGEMENT II
This course will prepare students to make informed decisions
and troubleshoot situations both before and as they arise
based on specific monitors and observations in the dairy
herd environment. Topics to be covered will include: feed
bunk management, forage quality, feeding for components,
cow grouping and stocking densities, heat stress, manure
management, biosecurity risk management, culling options,
monitoring reproductive records and labor relations.
3 credits
MILK PRODUCTION
This course is primarily designed to acquaint students
with milk production, secretion and composition so that
they may better understand its association with proper
milking techniques and milk quality. Topics will include:
udder anatomy, mammary growth and development, milk
synthesis and secretion, milk quality and mastitis, milking
systems and equipment, DHIA and production records, and
milk grades and pricing. 3 credits
BASIC DAIRY SPANISH
This course will teach students the basic fundamentals of the
Spanish language as a foundation on which to further develop
their Spanish speaking skills. After learning the fundamentals,
students will be introduced to words and phrases commonly
used in the dairy industry. This will enable them to more
effectively communicate with Hispanic workers in their
work environment and help to develop stronger, more
effective employee/employer communications. Students will
also study cultural differences and social protocol. 2 credits
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