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
| 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
| 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
| 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
| 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.
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- RE = Restricted Elective
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative