Agriculture

Fall 2022 Ag returns to Rio.

AG students visit meat processing facility

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Meat Science

In collaboration with OSU College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Science, this two-year associate’s program will focus on beef cattle, small ruminate production, and the end products.

Meat Science (Associate)

  • Associate's Program

Program Overview

In collaboration with OSU College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Science, this two-year associate’s program will focus on beef cattle, small ruminate production, and the end products. In addition to hands-on livestock experience, students will also gain knowledge in small business management, giving graduates a competitive advantage in seeking jobs in the agriculture industry.

Additionally, students can take advantage of

  • Internships
  • Research
  • Extension engagement
  • Short-term certifications
  • Hands-on Education
  • Extra-curricular activities, like Animal Welfare Judging Team, Meat Judging Team, and Livestock Judging Teams

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate competencies and skills that will contribute to a competitive advantage in seeking jobs in the agricultural industry.
  • Demonstrate competency by actively participating in hands-on learning experiences in the livestock industry end products (meat science).
  • Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for the vast American agricultural industry.
  • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the meat science industry.
     
Degree or Certificate
  • Associate of Technical Studies
Campus Location
  • Rio Grande Main Campus
College or School
  • Emerson E. Evans School of Business
Modality
Modality tells you whether this program is in-person, online, or hybrid.
  • Some courses required online
Total Credit Hours
65