Experiential Farm Skills
CRN
12430
Course Number
235B
Credits
2
Course Description
This course covers important aspects of winter farm work, providing an opportunity for the cohort to discuss food, farming, sustainability, and methods for regenerating the environment while exploring the Outback campus farm. Hands-on experiences include seasonal tasks like pruning, inoculating mushrooms, and strategic planning. Students will complete a small independent research project to improve an aspect or area of the farm.
Prerequisites
none
Materials Fee
0.00
Required Texts
none
Credit/Evaluation
To receive credit for this course, student learning will be evaluated through:
- Attendance and engagement during class sessions
- Assessment of independent project paper
- Narrative self and faculty evaluation of homework and participation
Core
Term
Winter 2025
Course Instructor(s)
Terri Kempton
Course Subject
FAIR