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Grant Ermis
Dean of Career Technical Education
Central/Mother Lode
Lemoore College
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Program Details
Agriculture Systems Management (COA)
New Program
Agriculture Technology and Sciences, General (010100)
08/10/26
The Agriculture Systems Management Automation Certificate of Achievement prepares students with hands-on skills to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot agricultural systems and equipment, with a focus on automation and irrigation technologies. Students develop practical knowledge in agricultural mechanics, manufacturing processes, basic electronics, and farm accounting principles, all of which are essential to supporting agricultural operations and agribusinesses. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in agricultural systems support, equipment operations, and technical services.
Enrollment and Completer Projections – Projections address the expected number of students who enroll and complete annually.
Year 1 Enrollment: 15–20 students
Annual Certificate Completers: 8–12 students
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
To prepare students for immediate employment in agricultural machinery operations, systems maintenance, irrigation management, andagricultural technology support roles.
To develop workforce-ready competencies in farm accounting, agricultural economics, and technical equipment troubleshooting.
To contribute to the economic vitality of California’s Central Valley by supplying trained technical workers to the agricultural sector.
PSLOs
- Students will be able to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot agricultural machinery and equipment with an emphasis on automation and precision agriculture technologies.
- Students will be able to apply business principles, including accounting, farm management, and logistics, to agricultural operations.
- Students will be able to demonstrate leadership and communication skills in technical agricultural environments.
Course Units and Hours
22
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Course Report
The Agriculture Systems Management Automation Certificate of Achievement complements existing offerings in Agriculture Business and Industrial Technology at Lemoore College. While Agriculture Business provides training in management and business operations, and Industrial Technology focuses on mechanical systems, this new COA uniquely combines technical agricultural operations with the fundamentals of automation and irrigation management. No other current program at Lemoore College bridges agricultural systems and technology in this specific way, creating anew pathway for students seeking technical skills directly applicable to Central Valley agriculture.
The Agriculture Systems Management Certificate of Achievement addresses the pressing need for skilled professionals in California's evolving agricultural sector. As the industry increasingly integrates automation, precision agriculture, and sustainable practices, there is a growing demand for individuals proficient in modern agricultural technologies. This certificate program focuses on major-specific coursework, providing hands-on training in areas such as equipment operation, irrigation systems, digital literacy, and agricultural systems fundamentals. By aligning with initiatives like the AgTEC Workforce program, which emphasizes competency-based education and industry collaboration, the certificate ensures that graduates are equipped with practical skills directly applicable to the workforce . This targeted approach not only facilitates immediate employment opportunities but also supports the region's economic vitality by fostering a workforce capable of meeting the challenges of modern agriculture.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGBUS024 | Agricultural Accounting | 3 | S1 |
| AGBUS040 | Introductory Agricultural Economics | 3 | S1 |
| CRPSCI019 | California Water | 3 | S1 |
| ELET001 | Basic Electronics | 3 | S1 |
| ITEC008 | Mechanical Systems | 3 | S1 |
| Focus Area | Varies | 3 | S2 |
| AG014 | Tractor Operations | 3 | S2 |
| AG015X | Occupational Work Experience Education | 1 | S2 |
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03/09/26 - 09:17 AM
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