2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Courses listed in this catalog are those Carl Sandburg College plans to offer. Inclusion of a course description does not obligate the College to offer the course in any particular semester. Students should review the appropriate class schedule each semester for specific and current course offerings.
Explanation of Course Listings
The first few letters, or course prefix, indicate the department in which the class is offered. A unique course number is assigned to each course offered. Courses numbered below 100 are considered remedial and those 100 or above are college level. Per the Carl Sandburg College Board Policies on the Carl Sandburg College website www.sandburg.edu for lecture hours as follows:
“The college utilizes the Carnegie Unit as the basis for the credit hour. One semester credit hour equals 50 minutes of faculty instruction time per week for a minimum of 15 weeks along with a minimum of two hours of out of class student work each week during the semester for each credit hour. An equivalent amount of work is required for all forms of learning activities, such as online, blended, laboratory work, studio work, and courses meeting on a shortened schedule.”
“Courses offered on a shortened schedule or in alternative formats, such as blended, independent study, internships, practicums, and laboratory classes and those with clinical experiences must meet the identified student learning outcomes and provide an equivalent amount of in-class and out-of-class time as the traditional lecture course in a 16-week format.”
Lab hours per week refer to the normal number of 50 minute class meetings or equivalent for which the class meets in a laboratory setting each week during a 16-week semester.
Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) codes are included, where applicable, to indicate specific content areas for transferability. See Illinois Articulation Agreement (IAI) section in this academic catalog.
The number in parentheses indicates the academic level for which the course has been approved, based on the following:
1.1-Baccalaureate Transfer Course
1.2-Career and Technical Education (CTE) course not intended for transfer. Course may transfer subject to the transfer institution’s policy.
1.4, 1.6-Developmental courses and Vocational Skills not intended for transfer and not applicable to CTE Certificates or degrees.
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AGR 105 - Introduction to Agriculture Industry
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course focuses on: the organization of the agricultural industry and its major components, the economic influence of the industry on local, state, and national levels, the types of employment opportunities in the area, state, nation, and internationally, and also covers an overview of concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, agribusiness management, agricultural mechanics, and agricultural resources. Further, students will be presented an overview of agriculture at all levels: local, state, national, and international.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 110 - Introduction to Agricultural Business Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course will introduce the principles of agricultural business management. The role of Agribusiness manager will also be studied. Topics include business planning structure, budgeting, marketing, inventory/supply management, and human resource management.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 111 - Intro to Agriculture Mechanization
Credit(s): 4
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 2
The major topics considered in this course include agricultural power and machinery, agricultural electrification and application, agricultural structures, and soil and water conservation.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)
Offered: Fall and Spring
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 115 - Introduction to Natural Resources
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course examines the importance of wildlife, conservation, and forestry, the management of outdoor recreational facilities, and ecological concepts. The current state of natural resource management issues, including biophysical, economic, social and political dimensions, is also discussed.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 120 - Agricultural Sciences I
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course focuses upon plant growth and management. Topics covered include germination, photosynthesis, absorption, respiration, translocation, and enzyme action. Further, the role of biotechnology in plant growth and management is discussed along with plant tissue and water quality. Different occupational areas in agricultural science are discussed. Finally, the use of greenhouses and chemicals is examined.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 121 - Introduction to Animal Science
Credit(s): 4
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 2
This course includes the following major topics regarding animal science: introduction and history; breeds of beef, dairy, horses, and other companion animals, poultry, sheep and swine; breeding and selection; anatomy and physiology; nutrition; growth; environment; health and sanitation; product; marketing; and production, technology and economics. The laboratory portion of this course utilizes field trip experiences. IAI Course No. AG 902
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)
Offered: Fall
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 131 - Introduction to Crop Science
Credit(s): 4
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 2
This course focuses upon four principle objectives: the importance of crops on world food production, the basic principles of plant growth and the influence of man and environment, the theoretical and practical application of agronomic principles, and the interpretation of scientific data. IAI Course No. AG 903
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)
Offered: Fall or Spring
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 135 - Agricultural Sciences II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 1
This course includes an overview of livestock and animal processing, specifically the growth and development of livestock, animal processing and breeding, livestock feeds, computer applications, and occupations in the industry.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 140 - Introduction to Precision Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 1
This course is an introduction to the principles of precision agriculture used in crop production. Precision farming aspects of GPS, GIS, VRT, remove sensing, satellite imagery, and other tools will be studied. Hands on experiences will be provided through classroom exercises and live demonstrations.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 141 - Introduction to Agri Economics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course provides an introduction to economic principles and the application of those principles to agriculture. The role of agriculture in the United States and the world economics also is included. IAI Course No. AG 901
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)
Offered: Fall and Spring
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 145 - Agricultural Welding
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 1, 2
This course focuses upon the different types of welding used in the agricultural industry. An overview of Safety, Oxy Cutting and welding equipment, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW-TIG), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW-MIG) are provided along with lab projects in each type of welding relating to the agricultural industry.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 150 - Crop Pest Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 1
This course will focus on four principle objectives: Identification of weeds, insects, and diseases of common crops in Illinois; Control methods involving an integrated approach using mechanical, cultural, chemicla, and biotechnology strategies; Impact of control strategies and their impact on the environment, farm operation, and society; Students will be prepared to take the tests for Private Pesticide Applicator, Commercial Pesticide Applicator, and Certified Crop Advisor.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 151 - Introductory Soil Science
Credit(s): 4
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 2
The principle topics considered in this course are: the basic and applied chemical, physical and biological concepts in soils; the origin, classification and distribution of soils and their relationship to people and food production; and the management and conservation of soils. The laboratory portion of this course will utilize a combination of college laboratory and field trip experiences. IAI Course No. AG 904
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)
Offered: Fall or Spring
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 155 - Agricultural Machinery & Technology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 1
This course develops skills in the theory of operation in maintenance, repair, adjustment, and overhaul of small engines and motors. Further, the course will include basic principles of power transmissions, hydraulic systems, as well as gas and diesel engines, and operating agricultural equipment safely. An overview of agricultural welding, brazing, and power systems and their use in industry is provided.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 160 - Agricultural Internship
Credit(s): 2
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 0, 10
This course is a planned and supervised occupational work experience at a selected work site relevant to the student’s chosen agriculture studies program. Job tasks are to be organized to include those of a beginning, intermediate and advanced nature so as to provide exposure to offer a comprehensive understanding of agricultural operations.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Summer or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 165 - Computer Applications in Agriculture
Credit(s): 1
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 0, 2
This course focuses on the types of computer skills and types of programs being used in the agricultural industry. Different types of programs for record keeping, animal/livestock tracking, inventory, forecasting, supply chain management, and mechanization are discussed. Different examples of software are given. An overview of how technology and computers are changing the agriculture industry are discussed.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 170 - Agricultural Sales
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0
This course is designed to develop the sales skills of an individual employed in the agricultural business, services, and supply sector. It provides the studying of the fundamental principles of selling principles and techniques, both directly and indirectly.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 175 - Soil Fertility & Fertilizers
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 1
This course provides an overview of the principles of soil fertility, plant nutrition, and nutrient management in crop production.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 180 - Agricultural Machinery & Technology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 2
This course develops skills in the theory and application of the basic principles, safe operation, and repair of machinery and related technology systems relevant to the field of agriculture.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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AGR 181 - Introduction to Horticultural Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 2
This course is an introduction to the principles and practices involved in the development, production, and use of horticulture crops (fruits, vegetables, greenhouse, turf, nursery, floral and landscape). The course will also show the importance of horticulture in providing food and plant ornamentation; plant structure, growth and development; and environmental and biological factors influencing plant growth.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate - AA, AS, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.1)
Offered: As Needed
General Education: Not Applicable, Elective Only
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AGR 185 - Agricultural Power Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 2
This course develops skills in the theory of operation in maintenance, repair, adjustment, and overhaul of power systems relevant to the field of agriculture. Further, the course will include basic principles, safe operations, and repairs of power transmissions, hydraulic systems, as well as gas and diesel engines.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable. (1.2)
Offered: Spring or Fall
General Education: Not Applicable
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