Students in this course study the sustainable production of biological resources and environmental management. They learn theory and application of technology for conservation, ecosystem management, and development of new roles for animals, plants, and microorganisms. This course includes three sub-courses: Plant Production, Animal Sciences, and Ecology and Environmental Sciences.


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Plant Production Sub-Course
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　 This sub-course covers fundamental knowledge and technology for maintenance of sustainable production of plants and crops. Subjects include plant physiology, methods of plant cultivation, relationships between plants and microorganisms, control of plant-production environments, and agricultural management and society.


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Animal Science Sub-Course
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　 This sub-course covers fundamental knowledge and technology for sustainable production of domestic animals and preservation of wild and captive animals. Subjects include animal physiology, technological innovation concerning animal growth and reproduction, preservation of endangered animals, environmentally sound management of animal production, and establishment of animal welfare standards.


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Environmental Science and Ecology Sub-Course
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　 This sub-course covers fundamental knowledge and technology for creating environments that integrate natural ecosystems and human society. Subjects include classification of animals and plants, natural ecosystems, analysis of habitats, environmental evaluation, and construction and management of rural ecosystems.