Distance Education Off-Campus Course Offerings . . . . . Spring 2008

COURSE TITLE:	Principles of Agronomy
COURSE:	Agronomy 114, section XV
COURSE DESCRIPTION:	A foundation course in agronomy emphasizing principles of plant, soil, and climate relationships in crop production. Topics include crop biology and management, soils and soil water management, tillage and seeding, plant breeding, seed and grain quality, pest management, and agricultural sustainability. Goals: 1. To develop an understanding of the science and principles of agricultural crop production systems and the importance of crops to our society. 2. To develop a basic foundation for continued learning in agronomy courses and for agricultural related careers. 3. To develop an appreciation and knowledge of agro-ecology, environmental risks, and sustainabiltiy practices for crop agriculture.
PREREQUISITES:	Permission of instructor; (515) 294-7832; gina@iastate.edu
CREDITS:	3 undergraduate credits
COMPUTER REQUIREMENT:	See College of Agriculture Computer Requirements
DATES:	January 14-May 9, 2008
DELIVERY METHOD:	Web/CD combination
TUITION/FEES:	$223 per credit hour / Other fees that will be assessed
OFF-CAMPUS PROGRAM:
INSTRUCTOR:	Gina McAndrews, gina@iastate.edu
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:	January 14, 2008
TEXT:	Mullen. Crop Science-Principles and Practice. 5th edition. Pearson Custom Publishing. ISBN: 0536721009. Course Packet.