AGNR 488 - Honors Capstone

Institution:

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Subject:

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Description:

This course will build upon concepts introduced in AGNR 480, “How to Feed the World” or FWF 420 “International Natural Resource Issues” and is the second semester of the two-semester capstone experience for the Honors Food, Agricultural, Natural Resource, and Human Sciences (FANHS) Minor. Students will produce a project that is built from the knowledge gained in AGNR 480 and done in conjunction with a faculty mentor engaged in FANHS research, leadership, international, or Extension programs. Examples of projects include (but are not limited to): a new computer program; the design of a new piece of equipment or technology; devising, implementing, and evaluating a new FANHS-based practice; landscape design; devising a business plan; devising, implementing, and evaluating new FANHS-based education or outreach materials. For successful completion of the course, the student will also produce a written component and a public presentation of the project at a University of Tennessee or professional society venue. The written document is generally shorter than the thesis and will include most if not all of the following: rationale, statement of originality, summary of the process of project completion, challenges, and reflection. (RE) Prerequiste(s): 480 or Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries 420.Registration Restriction(s): Honors Food, Agricultural, Natural Resource, and Human Sciences minor only.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tennessee.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 974-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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