MCCCD Program Description

Safety and Standard Operating Procedures for Sustainable Horticulture

Course: AGS100

First Term: 2025 Fall

Lec + Lab 1.0 Credit(s) 2.0 Period(s) 2.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T- Lab Load

Description: Introduction to sustainable horticulture industry standards. Includes an overview of safety practices, workplace habits, tools, and equipment.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards. (I) 2. Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes proper attire, communication, and attendance. (II) 3. Document work performed according to industry standards. (III) 4. Demonstrate the function and use of basic hand tools. (IV) 5. Demonstrate the function and use of major agriculture equipment. (V) 6. Demonstrate proper use of power equipment. (VI) 7. Perform equipment inspection. (VII) 8. Use appropriate service information, tools, and equipment to perform common minor repairs. (VIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety A. Personal protective equipment (PPE) B. Hydration and personal safety C. Chemical use, handling, and disposal D. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) II. Professionalism A. Attire B. Communication C. Attendance D. Learning management system (LMS) III. Documentation and standard operating procedures A. Checklist B. Log book IV. Common hand tools and equipment A. Identification B. Demonstration C. Proper cleaning procedures D. Storage V. Agriculture equipment A. Identification B. Driver`s cart training C. Tractor training D. Two-wheel tractor training E. Storage VI. Power equipment A. Identification B. Proper use C. Minor maintenance D. Proper cleaning procedures E. Storage VII. Machine inspection A. 360 pre-check B. Daily operating functions VIII. Minor repairs A. Tool condition B. How to read a manual C. Blade sharpening D. Proper tools and equipment for repairs E. Lockout tags

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 25, 2025

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.