Agricultural Pest Control Adviser Preparation (2 of 2): Production Systems - Certificate of Achievement

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.

Allan Hancock College's Agricultural Pest Control Adviser Preparation (2 of 2): Production Systems Program is designed for students preparing for, or advancing in careers in crop protection and pest control. The Agricultural Pest Control Adviser Preparation (2 of 2): Production Systems program will prepare students for a wide variety of entry-level positions related to pest identification, prevention, control methods and applications of crop protection materials. This second of two stackable certificates provides students with comprehensive courses which, when preceded by completion of the first certificate in Agricultural Pest Control Adviser Preparation (1 of 2): Crop Protection, will meet the requirements to qualify to take the Pest Control Adviser licensing exam. The program emphasis is on local career opportunities such as pest management and control, pest control advising, agronomy, and agricultural inspection. This program will adequately prepare students for further study in many agricultural science fields including: Crop Protection, Crop Science, Agricultural Science, Fruit Science, Vegetable Science or Sustainable Agriculture.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

use standard scientific procedures to answer questions related to the chemical and biological properties of agricultural products and materials.

utilize agronomic principles to identify issues in and solutions for agricultural production systems.

apply sustainable agricultural techniques to solve pest and nutrient issues in the agricultural system.

employ safety standards, calibration techniques, and laws and regulations to effectively prepare and apply crop protection materials for pest control.

Program Map

Requirement
GE General Education
E Elective

Fall Year 1

Spring Year 1

3 units
Core Elective - Ag Pest Control (Cert.)
An introduction to viticulture including grape growing, biology, anatomy, history, distribution, propagation, varieties, wine types, climate, common diseases and pests. This course is not open to students who have received credit for AG 102.
The botany, taxonomy, and development of major fruit, vine, and nut crops in California including variety selection, production practices including site selection establishment, fertilization, pollination, irrigation, harvest, storage, processing, marketing, pest management, and pruning.
General course in environmental horticulture with emphasis on nursery operations, landscaping, turf management, and floral industries including: basic botany, cultural practices, propagation, structures and layout, pest management, planting, container gardening and houseplants, floral design, plant identification, turfgrass installation and care, and survey of career opportunities.
Plant propagation and production practices with emphasis on nursery operations including sexual and asexual reproduction, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, plant pest and disease control; structures and site layout; preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums; use and maintenance of common tools and equipment; regulations pertaining to plant production. Laboratory required.

Summer Year 1