CRSC 101 Orientation to Crop Science (1) (CR/NC)
Understanding the depth and breadth of field crops, fruit and vegetable production and plant protection. Examination of the potential career opportunities and introduction to both student and professional organizations and affiliations. Required of all Crop Science Department students. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 activity.
CRSC 123 Forage Crops (4)
Forages as a world resource in food and animal production, soil and water conservation and sustainable agricultural systems. Forage use systems: pasture and range, green chop, silage, hay and cubes. Identification and management of limiting factors of forage plant growth. Botany of legumes and grasses. Grass, legume and weed identification. Forage crop improvement. Forage composition and quality. Antiquality factors. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.
CRSC 131 Introduction to Crop Science (4)
Production principles for field and vegetable crops. Funda-mental botany, taxonomy and cultural practices. Soil tillage, fertilization, seed selection, planting and harvesting methods, irrigation, weed control, pest control, and crop rotation. Production practices for cotton. A field trip to a major California production area is required. Not open to students with credit in CRSC 230. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.
CRSC 132 Cereal Grain Production (4)
Production, adaptation, distribution, and utilization of major grain crops harvested by combine, including wheat, barley, oats, corn, rice, sorghum, rye, triticale, and millets. Field trips to major California cereal production areas. Miscel-laneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CRSC 131 or CRSC 230.
CRSC 133 Row Crop Production (4)
Adaptation, distribution, production, processing, and utilization of major row crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, dry beans, and sugar beets. Special emphasis on working with beds and furrows. Field trip to a major California row crop production area required. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CRSC 131 or VGSC 230.
CRSC 200 Special Problems for Undergraduates (2-4)
Individual investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.
CRSC 201 Agricultural Chemical and Equipment Safety (1) (CR/NC)
Principles and applications of agricultural chemical and equipment safety for enterprise project participants primarily. Pesticide toxicology, poisoning symptoms, medical treatment, safe handling and application techniques. Pesticide laws and regulations. Safe operation of tractors, implements, and processing equipment. Equipment demonstrations. Repeatable, but not for credit. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 lecture.
CRSC 202 Enterprise Project (2-4) (CR/NC)
Beginning field experience in production and marketing of an agronomic crop, under faculty supervision. Project participation is subject to approval by the department head and the Cal Poly Foundation. Degree credit limited to 4 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 lecture, variable practicum. Prerequisite: CRSC 201, or consent of instructor.
CRSC 221 Weed Science (4)
Identification, life histories, and control of common, noxious, and poisonous California weeds. Weed control chemicals and equipment for cultivated crops, irrigation systems, range, wastelands, aquatics, forests. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: BOT 121 or CRSC 131 or FRSC 131.
CRSC 230 Agronomic Crop Production (4) GEB F.2.
Production, harvest, and use of important cereal and field crops in California. Production areas, crop rotations, disease and pest control. Field trip required. Not open to students with credit in CRSC 131. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.