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Associate in Applied Science in Sustainable Horticulture

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
  • Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
AGS100 Safety and Standard Operating Procedures for Sustainable Horticulture Gateway course 1
AGS164 Plant Growth and Development SQ 4
AGS182AA Gardening Practices and Techniques 3
AGS262 Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting 3
AGS268 Integrated Pest Management in the Cultivated Environment 4
AGS285 Propagation of Horticultural Plants 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
FYE101 or
FYE103
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success 1–3
RE Restricted Elective Complete all courses in the specialization below that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor. RE 4
RE Restricted Elective Complete all courses in the specialization below that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor. RE 4
ENG101 or
ENG107
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL FYC or FYC 3
MA Mathematics Any approved general education course in the Mathematics area (MAT112 or higher) MA 3–6

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
ENG102 or
ENG108
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL FYC or FYC 3
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 0–3
HU Humanities, Fine Arts & Design HU 3
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems CS 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences SB 3
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication SB or SB or L or SB 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
RE Restricted Elective Complete all courses in the specialization below that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor. 4–8
MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business 3
GE General Electives Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete the minimum 60 credits required for this degree. Consult with the Program Director or an Academic Advisor. 0–5

Course Area Key

Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.