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Precision Agriculture Technology

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10-092-1 Associate Degree (AAS) Part Time or Full Time 63 Credits Financial Aid Eligible Location*: Appleton

*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.

The Precision Agriculture associate degree prepares you for a variety of careers in a fast-paced, high-tech industry by bridging the gaps between equipment, agronomy and technology. You will gain the necessary skills to install, troubleshoot and operate high-tech equipment using the most current technology. You will also learn about data management, crop production and agriculture equipment, focusing on increasing farm production and supporting sustainable agriculture practices.

COURSE LIST

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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.

    Technical Studies (45 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Early College Credit Options
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • Basic Agriculture Hydraulic Systems
    10-070-101
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10070101
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces the student to the fundamentals of fluid power, components, different hydraulic systems, hydraulic schematics and terminology of the hydraulic systems used on modern agriculture equipment. Includes operation of fluid flow on various systems, maintenance, and system diagnostics. Students will work with hydraulic trainers, fixed displacement pump, motors, hydraulic cylinders, and basic control valves.

  • Intro to Service Maintenance & Principles
    10-070-103
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10070103
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to service department functions, service related programs, and principles. Exposure to compact equipment with attachments. Students will learn assembly, pre-delivery, preventative maintenance inspection, along with basic maintenance techniques.

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ANY of the following options:

    • COMMUNIC 10801195 - Written Communication

    • Student is in progress in Precision Agriculture Technician (31-092-1) Program of Study
  • Ag Planting Equipment
    10-070-120
    3Credit
    90
    72
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 90
    • Outside Effort Hours: 72
    • Course Number: 10070120
    • Credits: 3.00

    Provides a comprehensive study of planting equipment. There will be extensive coverage of planting and seeding equipment. Units to be covered will include no-till drills, corn planters and seed metering units. Students will work with the seed metering test stand to rebuild and calibrate the seed meters.

  • Ag DC Electrical Systems
    10-070-131
    3Credit
    90
    72

    • Instructional Hours: 90
    • Outside Effort Hours: 72
    • Course Number: 10070131
    • Credits: 3.00

    Focuses on DC electron flow theory, different types of circuits and troubleshooting the circuits. Students will also use schematics to diagnosis problems. Starting and charging systems will be covered.

  • AG DC Electronic Systems
    10-070-136
    3Credit
    90
    72
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 90
    • Outside Effort Hours: 72
    • Course Number: 10070136
    • Credits: 3.00

    Focuses on electrical and electronic circuits used on DC electrical systems in agricultural equipment. Students will develop the knowledge and skills associated with diagnosing and troubleshooting these circuits. Students will learn the functions of the electronic systems. Computer use will be stressed.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • AGRICUL 10070131 - Ag DC Electrical Systems
  • Precision Ag Overview
    10-092-101
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10092101
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces the fundamental concepts of precision agriculture and the technologies that support it. Students will explore a variety of tools and systems used in modern agricultural practices. Hands-on activities and real-world examples provide opportunities to gain practical experience with these technologies. The course also examines the economic, environmental, and operational impacts of adopting precision agriculture methods.

    PRECISION AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY (10-092-1) OR PRECISION AGRICULTURE TECHNICIAN (31-092-1)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is in progress in the Program of Study of Precision Agriculture Technology (10-092-1) OR Precision Agriculture Technician (31-092-1)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • AGRICUL 94092001 - Precision Agriculture Shirts

    AGRONOMY (10-093-9)

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • Student is in progress in the Program of Study of Agronomy (10-093-9)

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    • AGRICUL 10093103 - Agronomy Equipment
  • GIS Applications
    10-092-102
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10092102
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their applications in agriculture. Students will gain practical experience using GIS software, exploring data management, analysis, and reporting techniques. Hands-on computer exercises and real-world examples provide opportunities to develop skills in applying GIS tools to support decision-making and operational planning.

  • Precision Agriculture Advanced
    10-092-103
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10092103
    • Credits: 3.00

    Explores emerging and future trends in the precision agriculture industry. Students will examine new technologies as they become available and learn how to integrate them into existing farming practices. Hands-on activities provide opportunities to understand how these tools function and how they can be adapted to improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.

  • Precision Equipment Systems
    10-092-104
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10092104
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to the various guidance systems used in precision agriculture equipment. Students will learn display operations, system setup, configuration, calibrations, and adjustments. Hands-on field exercises provide opportunities to apply these skills, explore functions, and understand operational features in real-world applications.

  • Agriculture Career Exploration
    10-092-105
    3Credit
    81
    81
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 81
    • Outside Effort Hours: 81
    • Course Number: 10092105
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to career opportunities within the agriculture industry. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the skills, education, and experiences required for success in agricultural careers.

    Through guest speakers, hands-on activities, and site-visits, students will identify personal interests and strengths while gaining insight into emerging trends and technologies shaping modern agriculture. The course also focuses on building professional skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and career planning.

    By the end of the course, students will have a clearer vision of potential career paths in agriculture and the steps needed to achieve their goals.

  • Agricultural Crop Production
    10-093-101
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10093101
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to basic crop production principles and management practices specific to Wisconsin agriculture. Students will gain practical knowledge to apply fundamental techniques that support successful crop growth and optimize yield for Wisconsin crops.

  • Agronomy Equipment
    10-093-103
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10093103
    • Credits: 3.00

    Introduces students to various types of agronomy-related equipment. Students will gain practical knowledge in equipment principles, safety, basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibrations of commonly used equipment.

  • Crop Science
    10-093-105
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10093105
    • Credits: 3.00

    Provides fundamental knowledge of the major crops grown in Wisconsin. Topics include crop growth and development, physiology, and nutrition; seed germination and selection; environmental factors and agronomic problems that affect crop development.

  • Introduction to Soils
    10-093-106
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10093106
    • Credits: 3.00

    Provides fundamental knowledge of soils and growth media. Course topics include soil formation and development, soil components, soil profile, soil classification, and soil conservation. Students will experience soils concepts through the completion of hands-on activities.

  • Nutrient Management Principles
    10-093-108
    3Credit
    72
    90
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 72
    • Outside Effort Hours: 90
    • Course Number: 10093108
    • Credits: 3.00

    Focuses on balancing commercial crop nutrient products and on farm nutrient credits to formulate economical and environmentally safe crop nutrient recommendations. Students will learn how to complete a nutrient management plan utilizing real farm data.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    • AGRICUL 10093101 - Agricultural Crop Production

    General Studies (15 Credits)

    Course Title
    Course Number
    Credits
    Instructional Hours
    Outside Effort Hours**
    Early College Credit Options
    Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
  • Written Communication
    10-801-195
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10801195
    • Credits: 3.00

    Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Oral/Interpersonal Comm
    10-801-196
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10801196
    • Credits: 3.00

    Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Math with Business Apps
    10-804-123
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10804123
    • Credits: 3.00

    This course integrates algebraic concepts, proportions, percents, simple interest, compound interest, annuities, and basic statistics with business/consumer scenarios. It also applies math concepts to the purchasing/buying and selling processes.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ANY of the following options:

    • Accuplacer Arithmetic 250+ OR HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACT Math 16+ OR Arithmetic Level 1 Coursework

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Economics
    10-809-195
    3Credit
    54
    108

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10809195
    • Credits: 3.00

    This course is designed to give an overview of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics. Concepts include scarcity, resources, alternative economic systems, growth, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment and global economic issues.

    Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
  • Psychology of Human Relations
    10-809-199
    3Credit
    54
    108
    N/A

    • Instructional Hours: 54
    • Outside Effort Hours: 108
    • Course Number: 10809199
    • Credits: 3.00

    Explores the relationship between the general principles of psychology and our everyday lives. Students are given the opportunity to achieve a deepened sense of awareness of themselves and others. This understanding enables students to improve their relationships with others at work, in the family, and in society.

    Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

    OR ALL of the following:

    • Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
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  • Must be in good academic standing with an acceptable disciplinary record.

Application Process:

Interested students should consult their High School Guidance Counselor to explore course options and complete a “Start College Now” application. Applications must be submitted to High School Counselors by March 1st for fall courses and October 1st for spring courses. If approved by the school board, the cost is covered by the high school.

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What is Dual Credit?

FVTC courses taught at the high school by certified high school teachers. These teachers receive mentorship from FVTC faculty to ensure alignment in competencies, curriculum, and assessments.

  • Students earn both high school and college credits, with grades applying to both transcripts.
  • There is no cost to the school district or family.

**Dual Credit course availability varies by high school based on factors such as lab space, equipment, and teacher qualifications.

What is Start College Now?

Qualified public-school juniors and seniors may enroll in college level classes at FVTC or online, if a comparable course is not offered within their district.

Student Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must have parent/guardian approval.
  • Must meet all course entry requirements.
  • Must be in good academic standing with an acceptable disciplinary record.

Application Process:

Interested students should consult their High School Guidance Counselor to explore course options and complete a “Start College Now” application. Applications must be submitted to High School Counselors by March 1st for fall courses and October 1st for spring courses. If approved by the school board, the cost is covered by the high school.

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