Precision Ag Technology, AAS Degree
The demand for new employees in geospatial data processing and equipment installation is expanding agriculture.
A skilled workforce to support the growing industry of precision ag technology is needed. This two-year program includes courses in computers, GPS (Global Positioning Systems), data collection, agronomy and ag economics. A strong background in math and science is recommended for this program. Combining aspects of engineering, business, agriculture, energy and technology, this program will meet current and future industry needs.
MTI’s sophisticated labs will give students hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology including tractors, planters, harvesters, and a commercially rated drone.
Career opportunities include positions like GPS technician, custom applicator, precision technician and more. Knowledge of this equipment and data is vital to people in equipment sales and service, dealerships, applicators, crop consultants and agronomists.
Note: Students in this program are required to purchase a laptop computer from MTI. The laptop will have the necessary software installed and will be serviced free of charge while the student is attending MTI.
Award: AAS Degree
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester (Fall)
| PAT 210 | GIS Applications | 4 |
| AGT 120 | Soil Science I | 3 |
| AGT 212 | Ag Chem Equipment | 2-3 |
| AGT 261 | Ag Sales & Service | 3 |
| | Math Elective | 3 |
| | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19 |
Fourth Semester (Spring)
| PAT 203 | Intro to Variable Rates | 3 |
| PAT 230 | Technology Installation/Oper II | 4 |
| AGT 110 | Crop Science I | 3 |
| AGT 218 | Principles of Ag Bus, Management | 3 |
| CPR 100 | First Aid, CPR AED | 0.5 |
| | Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| | Communications Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19.5 |
Total Credits Required to Graduate: 75.5