Course Descriptions

Agriculture Business - AGBUS
Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

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  • AGBUS-015
  • Computer Application to Agricu
  • Credit(s) 3

Computer Application to Agriculture
AG BUS 015 is an introduction to computer use in the workplace with emphasis on precision agriculture situation. Computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation managers will be covered. Also included will be accessing information through the internet and world wide web, telecommunications, and other software appropriate to precision agriculture.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Transfers to:
CSU
C-ID:
AG-AB 108
  • AGBUS-024
  • Agricultural Accounting
  • Credit(s) 3

Agricultural Accounting
AGBUS 024 will explore the principles of agricultural accounting systems and the types of records you will use. You'll learn how to compute and apply measures of earnings and the cost of production to enhance agribusiness efficiency. The course also covers farm income tax, Social Security, and employee payroll records. You'll apply these concepts through hands-on projects, developing computer-based solutions for agricultural businesses. This class covers all the accounting principles and practices you'll typically use in a farm, ranch, or similar business.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
AG-AB 128
  • AGBUS-040
  • Intro Agricultural Economics
  • Credit(s) 3

Introductory Agricultural Economics
AGBUS 040 students will explore agricultural economics, including the role of agriculture and farming in the economic system. You'll learn about basic economic concepts, challenges facing agriculture, regenerative vs conventional agriculture business practices, pricing and marketing issues, production factors, and the impact of state and federal farm programs on farmers' economic positions.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
AG-AB 124