Course Descriptions

Upper Division

AGST 3000 Agriculture, Society, and the Natural World (3 units)
(Formerly Agriculture, Environment, and Society) The Sociology of Agriculture presented through an examination of relationships between societies and their environments, economics, and agriculture. Emphasis on the analysis of agriculture’s use of technology and the corresponding impact on the environment, economy, and society. Satisfies G.E. area F3. (Lecture, 3 hours) (Fall, Spring)

AGST 4940 Agricultural Studies Internship (1-4 units)
Supervised work in an agriculture-related agency or business, designed to emphasize technical and employability skill development including construction of a professional portfolio. The experience will be under the joint supervision of the employer and faculty member. A total of 45 hours per unit of credit. Prerequisites: Junior or senior-level Agricultural Studies major and consent of instructor.