Agriculture and Natural Resources
Division II Chair: N. Gift
Department Chair: S. Hall
Faculty: Q. Baptiste, S. Clark, S. Hall, and M. Parr
Website: http://www.berea.edu/anr/
Courses: ANR Courses
Course Sequencing Table: Agriculture and Natural Resources
Entrance to the Major Information: Progression for ANR
Major/Minor Requirements: Agriculture and Natural Resources B.S.; Agriculture and Natural Resources Minor; Forest Resource Management Minor
The curriculum for the Agriculture and Natural Resources major combines major, elective, and General Education courses into a program that develops broadly educated graduates and prepares them for careers in the sustainable production of food and fiber, natural resource management, veterinary medicine, and related fields.
Learning opportunities in this field of study include Internships, Independent Study, Team Initiated Study, and the Labor Program.
In addition to supporting students' achievement of the Aims of General Education, the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department seeks to assist students in meeting the following learning goals and associated learning outcomes:
Agriculture and Natural Resources Student Learning Goals & Outcomes
Learning Goal 1: Understanding Fundamental Concepts
Learning Outcome 1.1: Fundamental Concepts
Know and understand scientific facts and principles pertaining to soils, plants, animals, economics, and ecology.
Learning Outcome 1.2: Application of fundamental principles
Have the ability to apply those facts and principles to the management of agriculture and natural resources systems.
Learning Outcome 1.3: Broader Understanding of the Subject
Understand agriculture and natural resources within the broader societal contexts of culture, ecology, economics, politics, and history, as well as from different perspectives.
Learning Goal 2: Analysis, Study, and Research
Learning Outcome 2.1: Acquire Analytical and Practical Ability
Be capable of studying and analyzing agricultural and natural-resource production systems to address particular problems or questions using appropriate scientific methods of planning, data collection, quantitative analysis, and, presentation.
Learning Outcome 2.2: Develop Presentation Skills through Writing and Speech
Be able to locate, interpret, critically evaluate, synthesize, and present information through writing and speech.
Learning Goal 3: Application of Skills and Knowledge
Learning Outcome 3.1: Apply Appropriate Technology
Be able to apply appropriate technology for managing agriculture and natural resources.
Learning Outcome 3.2: Ready on Career Path
Examine and prepare for career opportunities in agriculture and natural resources, including graduate education.