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College of Agricultural Sciences
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Majors &
Careers
Spring 2010
in the Food, Agricultural,
& Natural Resource Sciences
College of
Agricultural Sciences
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What kinds of
jobs helped to
make this
agricultural
product?
Discussion
College of Agricultural Sciences
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What kinds of career
preparation do you think the
College of Agricultural Sciences
offers to students?
Discussion
College of Agricultural Sciences
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In the USA…
• 22 million jobs related to agriculture
(that’s nearly 1 out of every 6 jobs!)
• Over 300 different career possibilities in
food, agriculture, and natural resource
sciences!
Career options can be overwhelming!
Opportunity
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Where is this presentation headed?
1. Explore 8 disciplines of majors/careers
related to food, agriculture, and natural
resource sciences
2. Identify careers related to each of the
8 disciplines
3. Learn how majors at Penn State in Ag
Sciences can get you to those careers
Lesson Overview
College of Agricultural Sciences
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Careers & Majors related to…
• Animal Sciences & Pre-Veterinary Studies
• Biomedical & Food Sciences
• Business & Community, Environment, &
Development
• Education & Multidisciplinary Studies
• Engineering & Technology
• Environmental Sciences & Policy
• Forest Resources
• Plant Sciences
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Careers in Animal & Pre-Vet Studies?
– Veterinary medicine
– Animal nutrition & health
– Animal biosecurity and disease control
– Production animal agriculture and
management
– Animal-related research
– Technical sales or service
– Cooperative extension
Animal & Pre-Vet Studies
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• Animal Sciences
– Options in Business/Management or Science
– In-depth study of animal production and
management or animal biology
– Gain hands-on experience with the college’s
animals and facilities
• Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
– More than 40% of grads admitted to vet schools
– Background in biological and physical sciences
– Explore biomedical research areas such as
genetics, nutrition, immunology, physiology, etc.
Animal & Pre-Vet Studies
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Careers in Biomedical & Food Sci?
– Biomedical sciences
– Cancer research
– Genetics
– Nutrition
– Food safety
– Food processing plant management
– Food product development
– International trade and ag commodities
Biomedical &
Food Sciences
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•
Food Science
– Apply chemistry and microbiology in real-world
applications
– Develop new food products
– Work for companies like Kellogg’s or Hershey Foods
•
Immunology and Infectious Disease
– How does body deal with infection and disease?
– Great prep for careers in the medical field!
•
Toxicology
– Use advanced technologies such as: Molecular
research, DNA extraction and sequencing, & more!
– Research and study cancer, poisons and treatments
Biomedical &
Food Sciences
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Careers in Business & Community,
Environment, & Development?
– Business management
– Community & Economic Development
– Government
– Retail/wholesale operations
– Accounting and finance
– Economics
– Marketing and sales
– International trade
Business & Community
Development
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• Agribusiness Management
– 1 of every 6 jobs in the US relates to Agribusiness
Management!
– Prepare for careers in the business industry
– Study business management, consumer science, and
economic principles
– Solid preparation for graduate school or law school
• Community, Environment & Development
– Learn to create positive and sustainable change
– Assist communities here and abroad in making
decisions about people, resources, and the
environment
Business & Community
Development
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Careers in Education &
Multidisciplinary Studies?
– Teaching:
• Agriculture, Environmental or General Science
– Cooperative Extension
– Training & Development
– Youth Development
– USDA or Other Government Agencies
– Production Agriculture
– Private Agricultural Industry
Education &
Multidisciplinary Studies
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• Agricultural and Extension Education
– Gain experience in the classroom or through
Cooperative Extension Services
– Develop lessons and program plans
– Options in leadership, environmental science, or
production agriculture
• Agricultural Science
– Work with an advisor to customize your curriculum
– Combine disciplines to fit your goals
– Explore broad spectrum of career opportunities
available
Education &
Multidisciplinary Studies
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Careers in Engineering & Technology?
– Structural design and environmental control
– Environmental resource protection
– Biological systems
– Machinery systems
– Testing, sales, and technical support
– Engineering
– Biofuels production
Engineering & Technology
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• Agricultural Systems Management
– Integrate agricultural sciences, business, and
engineering technology
– Courses in structural analysis, power generation
and transmissions, electronics, environmental
control, natural resources, etc.
• Biological Engineering
– Apply engineering skills to agricultural and
biological production systems
– Develop systems for environmental protection,
food production, biological processing, and
biomass utilization
– Joint program with the College of Engineering
Engineering & Technology
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Careers in Environmental
Sciences & Policy?
– Environment management and restoration
– Public policy development
– Land use recommendation
– Natural resource conservation
– Sustainable development
– Community development
– Public, private or non-profit organizations
Environmental Sciences
& Policy
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• Community, Environment & Development
– Learn to create positive and sustainable change
– Assist communities here and abroad in making
decisions about people, resources, and the
environment
• Environmental Resource Management
– Learn about management of natural resources
– Study ecosystem restoration and remediation
– Field and lab-based resource management courses
Environmental Sciences
& Policy
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Careers in Forest Resources?
– Management of national, state, or private
parks
– Timber management
– Urban forestry
– Land and wildlife management agencies
– Wood products engineering, research and
development, or quality control
– Wildlife conservation
Forest Resources
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• Forest Science
– Learn about sustainable forest management
– Study current issues—green spaces, urban tree
areas, etc.
• Wildlife & Fisheries Science
– Manage and conserve wildlife and fish species
– Protection for natural wildlife environments
• Wood Products
– Learn about engineering, processing, and
management of wood products
– Gain business and marketing skills
Forest Resources
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Careers in Plant Sciences?
– Plant genetics and breeding
– Landscaping design, installation, and
maintenance
– Golf course management
– Athletic complex maintenance
– Plant production and management
– Plant product marketing
– Crop production
Plant Sciences
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• Agroecology
– Learn about sustainable food production,
biodiversity, and farms
– Study soil science, pest and crop management,
agricultural research, and farm management
– Prepare for a career in production, educational
organizations, USDA or homeland security, etc.
• Horticulture
– Master principles of plant breeding and production
– Combine scientific knowledge and technical skill to
grow fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamentals
– Discover new knowledge about plants
Plant Sciences
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• Landscape Contracting
– Explore the art and science of designing and
constructing landscapes
– Learn techniques for landscape management
– Study plant materials, design and construction,
business management, surveying, and more!
• Turfgrass Science
– Become an expert in turfgrass production and
management
– Take courses in basic science, business, and
applied turfgrass science while gaining experience
in the general field
Plant Sciences
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Now what kinds of career
preparation do you think the
College of Agricultural Sciences
offers to students?
...any surprises?
Discussion
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College of Agricultural Sciences
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Majors &
Careers
Spring 2009
in the Food, Agricultural,
& Natural Resource Sciences
College of
Agricultural Sciences
http://thinkagain.psu.edu
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