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Equine Science Course Descriptions
32 lecture hours + 32 laboratory hours ....................... 3 credit hours
Instruction in evaluation and selection of horses based on breed and performance criteria. Topics include basic anatomy and its relation to function, breed type, and characteristics. Emphasis will be given to breed standards and rules of judging performance horses. |
16 lecture hours + 144 laboratory hours ....................... 4 credit hours
Instruction in basic equine behavior and training methods will be discussed. Topics will include safety, behavior, health care and management, and training methods. Students will use a systematic approach to training a weanling horse while learning proper safety and training techniques used in the industry.
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48 lecture hours ........................................................... 3 credit hours
Course is designed as a business survey of the equine industry as a whole. Topics will include all areas involved directly and indirectly with the equine industry and the applied management techniques that are involved with these areas. Lecture will be supplemented with guest speakers and field trips to area farms and businesses.
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16 lecture + 32 laboratory hours ................................. 3 credit hours
Instruction in basic horsemanship skills including handling, saddling, safety, proper riding techniques, and basic health care will be discussed. Emphasis will be given to use of aids and cues; and proper leg, seat, and hand position.
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16 lexture hours + 32 laboratory hours .........................3 credit hours
Instruction in basic englsih equitation skills including handling, saddling, safety, proper riding techniques, and basic health care will be discussed. Emphasis will be given to use of aids and cues; and proper leg, seat, and hand position.
48 lecture hours + 32 laboratory hours ....................... 4 credit hours
Provides the student with an introduction to the horse industry. Topics will include history, breeds, selection, identification, anatomy (health,) and basic management techniques and theories related to horses and horse facilities. Laboratory exercises will supplement lecture presentations.
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