AGRIC 201.3
Agricultural Systems
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): AGRIC 111 and 112; or written permission of the Dean.

The nature of agricultural systems in Western Canada and throughout the world is explored through an examination of the physical, economic and social components of agricultural systems and their interactions. Emphasis is placed on understanding the functioning of agricultural systems, including why different agricultural systems have evolved and will continue to evolve in the face of change. Production, environmental, and socio-economic issues specific to different systems are discussed.

AGRIC 210.3
Environmental Physics
2(3L-3P)

Measurement and analysis of interactions between organisms or biomaterials and their physical environment. Transport and storage processes of matter and energy occurring within natural and human-modified agricultural environments will be studied. Lectures will cover concepts and applications while seminars and practicums will cover instrumentation and simulation.

AGRIC 222.3
Intellectual and Social Foundations of Modern Agriculture
2(3L)

Examines the role of scientific ideas, rational planning, industrialization, trade, the state, and ecology in shaping the structure of modern agriculture and the social-political environment within which it operates. Students will explore mainly European and North American history over the last 300 years to find the social, political, and economic conditions that have brought about the present situation in agriculture and which hold clues to options for the future.

AGRIC 290.3
Microcomputers in Agriculture
1/2(3L-6T)

An introduction to microcomputer hardware and software currently in use within the College of Agriculture. Software skills necessary in advanced agricultural courses will be covered. Course content and format will reflect the microcomputer systems utilized in the college.

AGRIC 291.3
Oral and Written Communications
1(1L-2P)

Provides instruction and practice in technical and professional writing and oral communication. Topics include preparation of a resume, memorandum, technical and business correspondence, formal and informal reports, speech organization, delivery, impromptu talks, group discussion methods, parliamentary procedures and use of audio-visual aids.

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Co-operative Education

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AGRIC 270.0
Work Experience 2
Prerequisite(s): AGRIC 170.