PHYSICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE

This course is designed to reinforce and extend students’ understanding of science by associating scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture.  Students will examine specific agricultural applications and processes and the underlying science principles explaining or controlling those applications.  This course will deepen students’ understanding of science as content and a process through the use of numerous laboratory exercises and experiments.  Topics of study include tools and methods of science, chemistry, physics, and earth science applications in agriculture.  The course will be valuable preparation for further education and will increase the relevance of science through the applied setting of agriculture by enhancing literacy in science and the scientific process.  Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus.  Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.