Agricultural Technology

Learn the ins and outs of agricultural operations in one of Michigan's premier agricultural programs. We've teamed up with Michigan State University's Institute of Agricultural Technology to give you a top-notch education. With this joint program, you won't skip a beat between Delta and MSU.

Apply for dual enrollment at both Delta College and Michigan State University, while working toward an associate's degree, 21 credits of Delta College coursework will count toward the completion of your MSU certificate. The remaining number of credits for the certificate will be completed through MSU courses delivered locally at Delta College. Depending on your career goals, two different tracks are available—Agricultural Technology and Food Processing, Technology and Safety.

With Delta's state-of-the-art technology and amazing instructors and MSU's education and agricultural history, you can't go wrong. Get started today. 

Program details

Our degree prepares you for careers in agriculture. 
 

Choose a track

Delta College offers students an opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science in agricultural technology in one of two exciting tracks.

Agricultural Technology

The Agricultural Technology track provides practical training for rewarding careers in production agriculture. Students will take courses related to plant and soil sciences, precision agriculture, pest management, plant disease, farm management and more. They will also gain professional experience through a required internship.

Food Processing, Technology and Safety

The Food Processing, Technology and Safety track trains students to turn basic goods—fruits, vegetables, dairy and grains—into consumable food products. Students will learn to perform safety checks and product analysis in order to ensure the highest standard of quality and consumer safety. They will leave prepared for a rewarding career in the growing food processing industry.

Get started

1. Apply to Delta College.
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2. Apply to Michigan State University's Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT).
   Apply to the MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology
   
   
3. Complete the Delta College new student checklist.
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4. Complete the MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology application checklist.
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Transfer

One of the best things about Delta College is the opportunity to start here and go anywhere. And, in the process, save thousands of dollars. It's a smart choice to get your associate's and then transfer on.

Delta works with many colleges and universities to provide associate-to-bachelor’s degree transfer pathways. Check out what's available in this career field.

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Job outlook

Interested in a career in agriculture? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study by reviewing the sampling below. Visit Career Coach to search all careers.

 

“The farming community is like no other. Everybody helps each other out whenever they can. It’s amazing to be a part of something like that. This degree will not only allow me to continue the legacy of my family’s farm but contribute to the success of many other farms around the community.” 

Noah Koth
2024 Agricultural Technology graduate