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 Description of program: 

 

The Environmental Sciences Technology Program focuses on skills necessary for exciting new careers in hydroponics and environmentally controlled agriculture. 1Plant growth is central to the curriculum as student will explore hydroponics (water-based) growth, along with aquaculture (fish & seafood), biotechnology, and environmental science. Students explore the use of computer technology in environmentally controlled growth systems and engage in advanced placement biology labs. This is a one or two year program. Science credit may be available for this program.

 

Content Area(s):

• Hydroponics

• Aquaculture

• AP Biology

• Plant Science

• Environmental Science & Ecology

• Environmental Controls & Greenhouses

• Biotechnology

• Genetics

• Lab Safety

• Aseptic Protocol

• Tissue Culture

• Business Management & Entrepreneurship

• Leadership Skills (FFA).

 

Career Opportunities:

• Tissue Culture Technician

• Greenhouse Manager

• Water Quality Specialist

• Aquaculturalist / Fish Technician

• Lab Technician or Researcher

• Environmentally-Controlled Systems Technician

• Agribusiness Owner

 

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Helpful Skills:

• Science Background

• Computer Skills

• Research and Problem Solving

• Interest in Plant Growth

• Reading

• Writing

• Math skills.

 

Student organizations:

National FFA

 

natural resources

 

Sue Smith

Instructor

BS in Agricultural Education, DX certified to teach any science, grades 7-12 in Michigan, and AP Biology trained.
Phone: 269-968-2271, ext. 285

 

LeAnn Cords

Instructional Associate

269-968-2271, ext. 205

 

 

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