Natural Resources

Occupations related to agriculture, the environment and natural resources may include agriculture sciences, earth sciences, environmental sciences, fisheries, forestry, horticulture, and wildlife.
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Agriculture
-  Nursery Management
-  Horticulture and Landscape
-  Vegetable Management
The Agricultural Career program provides instruction for training and skills upgrading in the agriculture field. It may also transfer to a baccalaureate program if you desire to continue your education (see your academic advisor).
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Agriculture Technology (Plant Landscaping)
If you desire entry-level employment in the field of plant landscaping, then you’ll be interested in this program, which offers a Certificate of Completion. With the right skills and competencies learned in this program, you can find work in landscape maintenance, turf grass maintenance, nursery operations and retail plant outlets.
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Bio-Resources and Technology
This program prepares you to enter Hawai‘i’s job market in bio-related fields. Typical areas include plant biotechnology, diversified agriculture, conservation biology, aquaculture, marine sciences, environmental science/studies, pharmaceuticals, the food industry, and ecotourism. An Academic Subject Certificate in Bio-Resource Development and Management, and Plant-Bio Technology prepares students for careers in biotechnology and environmental sciences/studies, and qualifies them for transfer to Bachelor of Science degree programs.
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Bio-Technician
Biotechnology is the use of living cells or organisms to produce a product or to improve plants, animals or microorganisms. Applications of biotechnology include pharmaceuticals, agriculture, the diagnosis and prevention of disease, vaccines, forensic and bioremediation. This program is designed to prepare you for employment in the biotechnology industry and research.
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Environmental Studies
This program takes an interdisciplinary approach to study the human influences on the ecosystems from an historical, cultural, social and scientific perspective. Career possibilities range from soil and water conservation, land use planning, environmental consulting to waste water management, wildlife ecology and remote sensing.

Natural Science
Natural Science is an Associate in Science degree that prepares you for baccalaureate programs in science and engineering.
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Sustainable Technology
The Sustainable Technology career ladder program focuses on the design, retrofit, and maintenance of sustainable construction, including energy efficient systems using day-lighting, passive cooling, and recyclable construction materials; renewable power derived from wind, sun, and water; and electricity-saving equipment using such new technology as off-grid systems and computer-controlled consumption.
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Tropical Forest Ecosystem Management and Agroforestry
It is estimated that 20 to 30 new jobs, per year, will become available in the state of Hawai‘i in this field. These include jobs with government agencies, private industry, and small mixed forestry and agricultural operations.
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