The face of ranching and feedlot operations is changing with advances
in technology. Today's livestock producers can still be found working
horseback, but are also realizing the need for up-to-date production and
marketing technology.
Ranch & Feedlot Operations (RFO) at Clarendon College will allow
students who are interested in a Ranch or Feedlot career to gain new
knowledge and technical skills needed in coping with today's complex
agricultural problems. The courses in this program are designed to
present to the student technical and management skills used by efficient
producers and successful managers.
The Ranch & Feedlot Operations program helps one develop the
knowledge and skills necessary to take advantage of the many employment
opportunities in the industry. Graduates of the program are employed in
a variety of agricultural areas.
*AAS Degree - TSI Completion or Exemption Required
*Students seeking the AAS in Ranch and Feedlot Operations
Program must have completed the Ranch and Feedlot Operations
Certificate Program. The Ranch and Feedlot Operations Certificate
Program is a limited enrollment program and specialized admission
requirements apply. Students must meet the general institutional
admission requirements and the specialized admission requirements for
the Ranch and Feedlot Operations Certificate Program. See Ranch and
Feedlot Operations Certificate Program.
Capstone Experience: AGMG 2301
Option I: The student should select electives that will best contribute to his/her future career.
Option II: For students planning to complete a
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) Degree at a four-year
institution, students should complete all technical courses listed above
and the general education component of the degree. Electives should
be selected in consultation with college advisor.
Option III: For students planning to complete a
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at a four-year institution, the
student should consult the degree requirements for agriculture majors
and select appropriate electives in consultation with a college
advisor.