AG 264 - Nutrition and Feed for Horses

Institution:

Dodge City Community College

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Description:

(3 Credit Hours) Study of the practical application of nutritional principles to the feeding of horses. Advantages and limitations of certain feeds, nutrients and their functions, and qualitative requirements during a colt's growth, a mare's gestation and lactation,a horse in light or heavy work, or a stallion used for breeding. Application of nutritional principles to the formulation of balanced rations and evaluation. In-depth study of digestion absorption and metabolism within the wide range of different feeds. F AG 269 Soils Judging (1 Credit Hour) This course is designed to provide classroom instruction, field-lab experience, and intercollegiate competition in soils judging. Course instruction will involve understanding the basic differences in soils both in the classroom and in the field, development of techniques and skills in determining various characteristics of soils, practice sessions and field experience, and active participation in intercollegiate soils judging competition. Team achievement is required for credit. D

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dc3.edu

Phone Number:

(620) 225-1321

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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