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Appoquinimink Pathways

School of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Three pathways connect animal systems, environmental stewardship, and plant science with hands-on learning, leadership development, and work-based learning.

The School of Agriculture & Natural Resources prepares students to solve real problems in food systems, natural ecosystems, and sustainable agriculture while building practical field, lab, and leadership skills.

Animal Science & Veterinary Technology

This pathway builds a foundation in agriscience, animal care, and veterinary applications for students interested in animal systems, livestock, companion animals, and veterinary careers.

Potential Careers

  • Veterinary assistant or technician
  • Animal breeder
  • Wildlife manager
  • Marine biologist
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Zoo animal specialist

Pathway Highlights

  • Four-course animal systems sequence
  • DE State Fair and SAE opportunities
  • Senior immersion and capstone experience

Pathway Course Sequence

CourseCodeCreditPrerequisite / Note
Applied AgriScience180011 Credit + 3 College CreditsNone listed in catalog.
Animal Care & Management181721 CreditApplied AgriScience
Application of Veterinary Science181731 Credit + 3 College CreditsAnimal Care & Management
AgriScience Leadership182031 Credit + 3 College CreditsApplication of Veterinary Science, Environmental Sustainability & Ethical Leadership, or Advanced Plant Science
College Credit / Advanced Standing
University of Delaware ANFS 166 and Delaware State University AGRI 206 are listed as articulated credit connections.
Certifications / Credentials
Students in agriculture pathways may earn Pesticide Applicator credentials.

Environmental & Natural Resource Science

Students study agriscience, ecology, sustainability, pollution control, and natural resource stewardship through outdoor learning and applied environmental problem solving.

Potential Careers

  • Environmental engineer
  • Game warden
  • Wildlife biologist
  • Wetland hydrologist
  • Resource ecologist
  • Arborist

Pathway Highlights

  • Outdoor and ecosystem-focused learning
  • Natural resource and sustainability sequence
  • Leadership and stewardship emphasis

Pathway Course Sequence

CourseCodeCreditPrerequisite / Note
Applied AgriScience180011 Credit + 3 College CreditsNone listed in catalog.
Natural Resource & Ecology Management185041 CreditApplied AgriScience
Environmental Sustainability & Ethical Leadership185141 Credit + 3 College CreditsNatural Resource and Ecology Management
AgriScience Leadership182031 Credit + 3 College CreditsApplication of Veterinary Science, Environmental Sustainability & Ethical Leadership, or Advanced Plant Science
College Credit / Advanced Standing
The catalog lists DTCC SCI 223 and ENV 190 plus Delaware State University NTRS 103.
Certifications / Credentials
Students in agriculture pathways may earn Pesticide Applicator credentials.

Applied Plant Systems

This pathway combines plant biology, horticulture, agronomy, landscape systems, and greenhouse or sustainability applications for students interested in plant-focused careers.

Potential Careers

  • Botanist
  • Landscape architect
  • Floral designer
  • Greenhouse production manager
  • Crop advisor
  • Plant pathologist

Pathway Highlights

  • Hands-on plant science and horticulture
  • Advanced plant science and agronomy content
  • Leadership capstone in agriscience

Pathway Course Sequence

CourseCodeCreditPrerequisite / Note
Applied AgriScience180011 Credit + 3 College CreditsNone listed in catalog.
Principles of Plant Growth180721 CreditApplied AgriScience
Advanced Plant Science180731 Credit + 3 College CreditsPrinciples of Plant Growth
AgriScience Leadership182031 Credit + 3 College CreditsApplication of Veterinary Science, Environmental Sustainability & Ethical Leadership, or Advanced Plant Science
College Credit / Advanced Standing
The catalog lists DTCC ADS 105 and Delaware State University AGRI 219.
Certifications / Credentials
Students in agriculture pathways may earn Pesticide Applicator credentials.