AGRM 2140/2141 - Farm Animal Health and Management Practices

Institution:

Walters State Community College

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Description:

This course introduces the student to basic health management and disease prevention programs for farm animals with a study of the characteristics and symptoms, prevention and treatment of major diseases and internal and external parasites. Students learn livestock management practices and skills including dehorning, castrating, implanting, identifi cation, foot care, vaccinating, and preparation for show and sale. Students receive group and individual instruction in these skills. The course also includes a study of buildings and equipment needed for raising and handling livestock. S 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ws.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 585-2600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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