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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
(1 Credit Hour) This course will involve understanding how to evaluate livestock as to value based upon grade and price per industry standards. Take concurrently with AG 150. Lab 2 hours.
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) This course is a study through practical application of the principles of stock show organization and sales management. Students will gain experience in preparing livestock for an actual show and sale; including animal selection and preparation, developing budgets for animal preparation, and the management of purebred livestock shows and sales.
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) Methods and principles of proper horsemanship with instruction in Western or English riding with emphasis on proper gaits and correct style. Proper handling, horse care, riding skills, and use of applicable tack will be stressed. D
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) This is a basic introductory course outlining both the historical development and the origin of the different breeds of horses. The course work also includes the study and practice of breeding methods, breeding farms and viable record keeping skills concerning reproduction management. S
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) Study of the fundamental principles of breaking and training colts through use of proper equipment, training facilities and aids, systematic behavioral control and basic maneuvers common to both English and Western performance horses. Prerequisite: AG 254 or consent of the instructor. S
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) Study and theory of the structure and function of the equine species with emphasis on the various organ systems. Basic mechanics of motion, the action of joints and muscles, and major types of motor skills will be emphasized. Includes an in-depth study into the function of respiratory, circulatory, digestive, excretory, nervous, muscular, skeletal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. F
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) This course will create an awareness among horse owners of a healthy or sick animal, and teach the cause and control measures that may be practiced. The course also attempts to bridge the communication barrier between the horseman and veterinary medical science with detailed treatment procedures and an introduction to valuable medications and pharmacology. Prerequisite: AG 160 or consent of the instructor. S
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) Academic and motor skills development in the areas of application of hands, seat, legs, and voice for communication with the horse, as well as a development of understanding of the routine maintenance and well being that surrounds the animals. Prerequisite: AG 160 or consent of the instructor. S
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) This course will allow a student to develop competencies in judging. Placement and evaluation of horses will take place in both noncompetitive and competitive situations. In addition, the student will gain valuable skills in oral communication and written preparation of reasons related to placement and evaluation of animals. The student should, after completing this course, be able to place a class of horses and defend his/ her placing to a trained evaluator and judge at horse shows. The student should be able to justify his/her placing of halter and performance horses using acceptable terminology and be able to place horses based on conformation, breed characteristics, manners, disposition, way of going, muscling, etc.
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) On-the-job training in an approved training center. Supervision will be arranged and coordinated by agriculture department faculty. A minimum of 15 hours is required per week, with the student completing required reports of activities and skills learned. D
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