Biological and Agricultural Engineering
 

Agricultural engineering is that branch of engineering which is concerned with problems of agriculture that are engineering in nature. Agriculture of today and the future has and will have its emphasis on diversity, automation, efficiency, quality and abundant production.

The expansion in the field of agricultural engineering has created an increasing need for individuals trained as professionals in basic science, agricultural and engineering subjects. These professionals will be engaged in industry with machinery companies, feed manufacturers, electric power suppliers, building material suppliers, government service with the Soil Conservation Service, Agricultural Research Service, Agricultural Marketing Service, activities of the United States Department of Agriculture, teaching, research, or extension at colleges and universities, or self-employed as consultants, contractors, or sales engineers. A student who completes this curriculum will receive the Associate in Science degree.

Core Curriculum: Areas A-E

AREA D: SCIENCE MAJORS

AREA F: 18 HOURS DIRECTED ELECTIVES*

BIOL 2107/2107L Principles of Biology I/Lab. 4 hours

Select 4-12 hours from the following:

MATH 2053 Calculus I........................ 4 hours
MATH 2054 Calculus II....................... 4 hours
MATH 2055 Calculus III...................... 4 hours

Select 4-8 hours from the following:

PHYS 2211/2211L............................. 4 hours
PHYS 2212/2212L............................. 4 hours

Select 0-6 hours from the following:

AENG 1109 Engineering Graphics.............. 3 hours
AENG 2210 Engineering Measurements.......... 3 hours

PHED 1100 and two PE activities
Freshman Seminar

TOTAL 60

*See advisor for assistance in Area F course selection.