Principles of Agronomy
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 114, section XV
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: Instructor permission: Gina M. McAndrews - 294-7832 - gina@iastate.edu
Computer Requirements: College of Agriculture Requirements
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: online and CD-ROM
Location: Agronomy 114 Website
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Delivery fee: $70
Computer fee applies--see table
Instructor: Gina M. McAndrews, Lecturer
Registration deadline: 01/14/2008
Text: Mullen. Crop Science-Principles and Practice, 5th ed. Pearson Custom Publishing, ISBN 0536721009.
Course Packet.

Introduction to Renewable Resources
Course: Agronomy (Agron/NREM/ENV S) 120, section XW
Overview of soil, water, plants, and animals as renewable natural resources in an ecosystem context. History and organization of resource management. Concepts of integrated resource management.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor required for enrollment of on-campus students
Computer Requirements: College of Agriculture Requirements
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCT
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Delivery fee: $70
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Registration Deadline: 01/14/2008
Instructor: Richard Hall, Professor
Text: Chiras, Reganold, and Owen. 2001. Natural Resource Conservation: Management for a Sustainable Future. 9th ed. Prentice-Hall. ISBN 0131458329.

Fundamentals of Soil Science
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 154, section XC
Introduction to physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, their formation, classification, and distribution. Use of soil survey and computer databank information in balancing agronomic, economic, and environmental concerns in soil management. Credit for only one of 154, 155, or 156 may be applied toward graduation.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission
Recommended Courses: Chem 163 or equivalent recommended
Computer Requirements: College of Agriculture Requirements
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: WebCt and CD-ROM
Credit: 3 undergraduate credits
Tuition: $669
Delivery fee: $95
Computer fee applies--see table
Instructor: Elvin (Al) Hasselman, Clinician
Registration deadline: 01/07/2008
Text: Manu A. Soils. 12th ed. Kendall Hunt, 4050 Westmark Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52002

Applied Agricultural Meteorology
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 541, Section XC
Basic concepts of weather and of crop/climate relationships influencing production, protection, yield and associated production risk factors. Self study sections are available to resident and to distance education students all semesters.
Required Courses: Agron 206 or upper division Biological Science
Computer Requirements: Email and Excel
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: Online and CD-Rom
Credit: 2 nonmajor graduate, 2 graduate credits
Tuition: $694
Delivery fee: $95
Computer fee applies--see table
Off-campus program: Master of Agriculture
Instructor: Elwynn Taylor, Professor
Registration deadline: 01/14/2008
Course Packet: Agron 541 Course Notes and instructions by E. Taylor (available from professor: setaylor@iastate.edu )
Optional Course Materials: Burnett, Golden Weather Guide (1582381593)

Creative Component: Agronomy
Course: Agronomy (Agron) 599M, section XA
A written report based on research, library readings, or topics related to the student's area of specialization and approved by the student's advisory committee.
Prerequisites: Nonthesis M.S. (option only), department permission(msagron@iastate.edu)
Dates: 01/14/2008-05/09/2008
Delivery Method: Independent study; Masters of Science in Agronomy Website
Credit: 1-3 graduate credits
Tuition: $347 per credit
Computer fee applies--see table
off-campus progam: Master of Science in Agronomy
Instructor: Various Instructors
Registration deadline: 03/30/2008