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Please see the section on Course Description Symbols and Terms in the University Catalog for an explanation of course description terminology and symbols, the course numbering system, and course credit units. All courses are lecture and discussion and employ letter grading unless otherwise stated. Some prerequisites may be waived with faculty permission. Many syllabi are available on the Chico Web.

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SUBJ NUM Title Sustainable Units Semester Offered Course Flags
AGRI 180 The University Experience   1.0 FS  
A college success course for agricultural majors new to California State University, Chico. The course will explore the academic and social opportunities and resources available to promote successful completion of the student's educational goals. 1 hour discussion. Credit/no credit grading. (000198)
AGRI 181 Coordinating Group Agricultural Activities   1.0 -2.0 FS  
This course is offered for 1.0 to 2.0 units. An individualized class designed to develop and refine the student's ability to organize and coordinate Agriculture field days and other related group activities. Maximum of four semesters and/or 4 units toward BS degree. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (000190)
AGRI 198 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 FS  
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 1 hour seminar. (000202)
AGRI 280 Agriculture Ambassadors   1.0 FS  
Prerequisite: Instructor permission
This course is designed to train, develop, and support students that serve in the Agriculture Ambassador role in the College of Agriculture (COA). In this course students learn about the COA and discover their own leadership and communications styles. Students work in teams to organize events and manage COA outreach. Students learn how to effectively represent the COA to numerous constituents, mostly prospective students. Outside of the class meeting time, they give tours, presentations, and conduct meetings. Students participate in leadership development, team building, information gathering, and service skill development activities. 2 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (021407)
AGRI 298 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0 - 3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from semester to semester and be different for different sections. See the class schedule for the specific topic being offered. 9 hours seminar. (020965)
AGRI 299 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisite: Faculty permission.
This course is an independent study of a topic or problem and is offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Students must register with a supervising faculty member. A maximum of 6 units of special problems may be applied toward a bachelor's degree in agriculture. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (020958)
AGRI 305 Agricultural Genetics and Biotechnology   4.0 FA  
Prerequisites: ANSC 101 or PSSC 101; CHEM 107 or CHEM 111.
Mendelian inheritance, gene structure and action, sex-related inheritance, linkage and mapping, aneuploidy, polyploidy, population and quantitative inheritance, inbreeding and heterosis. Activities feature techniques in biotechnology with agricultural applications. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours activity. (000211)
AGRI 331 Agricultural Ecology Green Leaf Representing that this course is Sustainable 3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Completion of lower-division core or faculty permission.
An interdisciplinary treatment of physical and biological environments used for agriculture. Historical and ecological nature of agriculture its impact on the landscape and society. Comparison of sustainable and non-sustainable agricultural practices. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (000206)
AGRI 380A Agricultural Leadership   3.0 FA  
An investigation of leadership from an individual perspective. Study of introduction to the principles and practices of positive interpersonal relationships for leadership development in the Agricultural Industry. 3 hours seminar. (000216)
AGRI 380B Leadership in the Workplace   3.0 SP  
Prerequisites: AGRI 380A or permission of the instructor.
An exploration of real world leadership. Development of leadership and interpersonal skills valued in the Agricultural sector. Tropics include job search skills, professional resumes, cover letters, and interviewing as well as the skills needed in the workplace. 3 hours seminar. (000217)
AGRI 389 Internship in Agriculture   1.0 -12.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Prior approval of academic goals by the Internship Coordinator.
This course is an internship offered for 1.0-12.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. Work experience with selected agricultural enterprises is supervised by faculty and staff of a cooperating enterprise. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (000215)
AGRI 398 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 INQ  
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0 - 3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from semester to semester and be different for different sections. See the class schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours seminar. (000218)
AGRI 399 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing, faculty permission.
This course is an independent study of a topic or problem and is offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Students must register with a supervising faculty member. Study/research in agriculture under direct supervision of a faculty member. A maximum of 6 units may be applied toward a bachelor's degree in agriculture. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (000219)
AGRI 432 Holistic Management Green Leaf Representing that this course is Sustainable 3.0 F2  
Prerequisites: AGRI 331 or faculty permission.
A study of sustainable management practices in the context of agricultural land stewardship. The development of practical skills and understanding paramount to leadership and management of personal and professional activities. The focus is on identifying available resources, clarifiying goals, developing action plans, and promoting communication, savvy monitoring, and decision making that expedite progress toward a thriving enterprise and contribute to a sustainable community. Case studies, community activities, and discussion explore the impact of management decisions on progress toward desired goals. 3 hours lecture. (000225)
AGRI 482 Agricultural Issues   3.0 FS  GW
Prerequisites: ENGL 130 or JOUR 130 (or equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher, senior standing or instructor permission.
An examination of major issues confronting agriculture emphasizing critical thinking, research, and balancing complex, and often opposing views of the role of agriculture in society. The course uses group work and presentations to enhance written and oral communication skills. This is the capstone course for AGRI, ANSC, and ABUS majors. 3 hours lecture. This is an approved Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement course; a grade of C- or higher certifies writing proficiency for majors. (000229)
AGRI 489 Internship in Agriculture   1.0 -3.0 FS  
3 hours lecture. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. (000227)
AGRI 490 Agricultural Experimental Research   4.0 FS  
Students design and execute applied agriculture research projects that seek to improve the management of agricultural enterprises. Students learn the most common experimental designs for agricultural research, utilize computer programs to analyze and interpret experimental data and further develop scientific writing skills. 3 hours lecture, 1 hour discussion. (000223)
AGRI 491 Agricultural Experimental Research   3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: AGRI 490.
This course is a continuation of AGRI 490. Students complete a research project and professional research paper and present research findings through public forums. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (000224)
AGRI 498 Special Topics   1.0 -3.0 FS  
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours supervision. (000231)
AGRI 499 Special Problems   1.0 -3.0 FS  
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading. (000232)
AGRI 499H Honors Research in Agriculture   6.0 FS  
An intensive 6-unit, one-year course in agricultural research. See College office for details. Open only to students with at least a 3.0 GPA in the major. The course consists of a faculty-supervised research project, a thesis, and a public presentation. 18 hours independent study. (000233)
AGRI 697 Independent Study   1.0 -4.0 FS  
9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. (000240)
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