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AGAH 1343 - ANIMAL HEALTH
An overview of anatomy and physiology as it relates to animal health. Topics include disease symptoms, basic immunology, diagnosis, prevention, and control of infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals.
An overview of anatomy and physiology as it relates to animal health. Topics include disease symptoms, basic immunology, diagnosis, prevention, and control of infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Summarize the importance of livestock diseases and animal health
Diagnose symptoms and identify causes of various animal diseases
Implement preventative and treatment methods for various animal diseases
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGAH 1347 - ANIMAL REPRODUCTION
Study of organs, functions, endocrinology, and common management practices related to reproduction.
Study of organs, functions, endocrinology, and common management practices related to reproduction.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Identify reproductive organs and functions
Relate endocrinology to the reproductive process
Implement managerial practices designed to improve reproductive efficiency.
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 32.0
Lab hours: 32.0
AGAH 1353 - BEEF CATTLE PRODUCTION
An overview of the beef cattle industry. Topics include the organization and operation of beef cattle enterprises, selection breeding, reproduction, health, nutrition, management, and marketing.
An overview of the beef cattle industry. Topics include the organization and operation of beef cattle enterprises, selection breeding, reproduction, health, nutrition, management, and marketing.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Summarize the importance of the beef cattle industry and its role in food production
Identify beef cattle breeds, classes, and products
Implement managerial practices designed to increase the efficiency of beef cattle production
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGAH 2313 - PRINCIPLES OF FEEDS & FEEDING
Study of the role and application of feed nutrients and additives. Topics include comparative aspects of digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients. Emphasis on identification of nutrient requirements and formulation of dietary feeding regimens.
Study of the role and application of feed nutrients and additives. Topics include comparative aspects of digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients. Emphasis on identification of nutrient requirements and formulation of dietary feeding regimens.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Outline the roles and functions of feed nutrients and non-nutritive feed additives
Describe and compare digestion, absorption, and metabolism
Compute dietary feeding regimens
Identify nutritional problems as related to digestive systems
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGCR 1307 - RANGE MANGEMENT
Practical problems of managing native pastures and rangelands. Includes rangeland ecology, stocking rates, rotation systems, toxic plants, range reseeding, brush control, and ecological and physiological responses of range vegetation to grazing.
Practical problems of managing native pastures and rangelands. Includes rangeland ecology, stocking rates, rotation systems, toxic plants, range reseeding, brush control, and ecological and physiological responses of range vegetation to grazing.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Identify range problems including toxic plants, overgrazing, and water distribution
Evaluate brush control methods including biological, mechanical, chemical, and range burning
Devise range reseeding and water development plans
Design rotational grazing systems; and compute stocking rates
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGCR 1371 - SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
Introduction to history, principles, and practices of sustainable agriculture as applied to local and global agriculture. A comparison and evaluation of sustainability of conventional agricultural practices will be made from the environmental, economic, and social perspectives ("planet, profit, and people"). Case studies and other tools will be used to relate principles of sustainable agriculture to basic farming practices.
Introduction to history, principles, and practices of sustainable agriculture as applied to local and global agriculture. A comparison and evaluation of sustainability of conventional agricultural practices will be made from the environmental, economic, and social perspectives ("planet, profit, and people"). Case studies and other tools will be used to relate principles of sustainable agriculture to basic farming practices.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Describe and demonstrate various techniques and management practices used to optimize agriculture from an environmental, social, and financial perspective
Identify environmental, social and financial factors which are important in both sustainable and conventional
Express and discuss the importance of sustainable agriculture as it compares to conventional agriculture
Utilize computer programs and agriculture related programs associated with this course and various aspects of the agriculture related industry
Demonstrate the implementation of planning, establishing, and maintaining agricultural operations under sustainable practices
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 16.0
AGCR 2313 - SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT
Study of physical and chemical soil deterioration and loss, water conservation, and principles for protection and maintenance of these resources. Topics include plant/ water relationships, water conservation methods, basic terrace engineering principles, sediment loss, and land use plans.
Study of physical and chemical soil deterioration and loss, water conservation, and principles for protection and maintenance of these resources. Topics include plant/water relationships, water conservation methods, basic terrace engineering principles, sediment loss, and land use plans.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Summarize the principles of soil and water conservation
Explain soil loss potentials
Develop treatment plans to protect soil resources
Demonstrate water conservation, runoff, and water quality maintenance techniques
Evaluate land use
Develop land use plans
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGCR 2305 - ENTOMOLOGY
Study of the morphology, physiology, and classification of the common insect orders and related arthropods with emphasis on species of economic or biological importance. Emphasis on integrated pest management concepts and proper use of pesticides.
Study of the morphology, physiology, and classification of the common insect orders and related arthropods with emphasis on species of economic or biological importance. Emphasis on integrated pest management concepts and proper use of pesticides.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
Describe basic insect morphology and physiology
Classify insects to the order level
Identify common insect and arthropod pest and beneficial species
Interpret pesticide labels and state and federal laws
Explain pesticide application procedures
Apply integrated pest management techniques to specific pest situations
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGCR 1341 - FORAGE & PASTURE MANAGEMENT
Study of the production and management of forage crops and pastures including establishment, fertilization, weed control, grazing systems, hay, seed production, and harvesting. This course includes a fee for Pesticide Applicator's License.
Study of the production and management of forage crops and pastures including establishment, fertilization, weed control, grazing systems, hay, seed production, and harvesting. This course includes a fee for Pesticide Applicator's License.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Develop techniques and management practices to optimize pasture and forage production
Determine forage nutritive quality in relation to livestock production
Identify forage and pasture plants and weed species
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 32.0
Lab hours: 32.0
AGEQ 1305 - EQUINE ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT
Overview of the equine industry. Includes equine industry segments, job market, and economic impact.
Overview of the equine industry. Includes equine industry segments, job market, and economic impact.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Define the various equine industry segments and explain their economic significance
Identify employment opportunities in the equine industry
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGEQ 1315 - HORSE EVALUATION I
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, and standard performance classes.
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, and standard performance classes.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Relate conformation to equine functions
Prioritize and utilize criteria as related to evaluation and selection
Employ appropriate terminology used in discussing evaluation and selection processes
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 16.0
AGEQ 1319 - WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP I
Instruction in basic horsemanship skills including handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, and basic health care. Emphasis will be given to proper riding techniques, use of aids and cues, and proper leg, seat, and hand position. NCTC School horses and appropriate tack will be provided for use.
Instruction in basic horsemanship skills including handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, and basic health care. Emphasis will be given to proper riding techniques, use of aids and cues, and proper leg, seat, and hand position. NCTC School horses and appropriate tack will be provided for use.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Recognize and employ basic handling and riding safety practices
Identify and care for equipment and tack
Demonstrate proper leg, seat, and hand positions as they relate to riding techniques
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 16.0
AGEQ 1322 - FUNDAMENTALS OF RIDING INSTRUCTION
Methodologies of riding instruction. Includes safety, horsemanship, teaching techniques, group control, and professionalism.
Methodologies of riding instruction. Includes safety, horsemanship, teaching techniques, group control, and professionalism.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Develop teaching techniques in riding instruction
Implement safe practices
Evaluate risk management factors
Demonstrate effective communication skills
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 16.0
Restrictions:
• Course requires approval of instructor.
AGEQ 1350 - EQUINE REPRODUCTION
Reproductive anatomy, physiological functions, and common management practices related to equine reproductive facilities.
Reproductive anatomy, physiological functions, and common management practices related to equine reproductive facilities.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Identify equine reproductive organs and functions
Relate endocrinology to the reproductive process
Implement managerial practices designed to improve reproductive efficiency
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 64.0
AGEQ 1370 - LOCAL NEEDS - PRINCIPLES OF RANCH HORSERIDING I
Instruction in the basic principles of Ranch Horse riding. To include, but not limited to handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, basic health care, basic rope handling, basic cow handling and tactics for competing in Ranch Horse events.
Instruction in the basic principles of Ranch Horse riding. To include, but not limited to handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, basic health care, basic rope handling, basic cow handling and tactics for competing in Ranch Horse events.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Recognize and employ basic handling and riding safety practices
Identify and care for equipment and tack
Demonstrate proper leg, seat, and hand positions as they relate to basic principles of Ranch Horse riding
Identify core areas of focus for training the versatile ranch horse
Generalize rules and procedures related to Ranch Horse competitions
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 32.0
Lab hours: 48.0
Restrictions:
• Must have instructor approved personally owned horse to be in this course.
AGEQ 1371 - LOCAL NEEDS - PRINCIPLES OF RANCH HORSERIDING II
Introduction to the advanced principles of Ranch Horse riding. To include, but not limited to handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, health care, advanced rope handling, advanced cow handling and tactics for competing in Ranch Horse events.
Introduction to the advanced principles of Ranch Horse riding. To include, but not limited to handling, saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, grooming, safety, health care, advanced rope handling, advanced cow handling and tactics for competing in Ranch Horse events.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Assess and rate individual horses based upon their performance and abilities as a versatile ranch horse
Interpret horse reaction to various headgear/bit selections and further use this information in selecting the best headgear & bit for each individual horse
Propose and implement a conditioning and training schedule for their own horse
Demonstrate proper and safe rope handling from horseback
Exhibit proper use of the mechanical cow for training purposes
Employ tactics facilitated in the course during the working of live cattle
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 32.0
Lab hours: 48.0
Restrictions:
• Must have instructor approved personally owned horse to be in this course.
AGEQ 1401 - EQUINE BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING I
Instruction in basic equine behavior and training methods. Topics include anatomy and physiology, behavior, safety, health care management, and training methods.
Instruction in basic equine behavior and training methods. Topics include anatomy and physiology, behavior, safety, health care management, and training methods.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Recognize behavioral patterns as they relate to training methods and desired results
Implement appropriate training strategies
Evaluate progress and adapt training method(s) accordingly
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 64.0
Lab hours: 16.0
AGEQ 1411 - EQUINE SCIENCE I
An introduction to the horse industry. Includes history, organization and operation of equine enterprises, selection, breeds, breeding, reproduction, health, nutrition, management, and marketing.
An introduction to the horse industry. Includes history, organization and operation of equine enterprises, selection, breeds, breeding, reproduction, health, nutrition, management, and marketing.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Explain the historical significance of the horse to society
Identify horse breeds
Identify basic anatomy and physiological functions
Outline managerial practices relevant to the horse industry
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 32.0
AGEQ 2310 - EQUINE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Management of the equine business. Includes record keeping, insurance and liability, show management, equine promotion and sales, and employer relationships.
Management of the equine business. Includes record keeping, insurance and liability, show management, equine promotion and sales, and employer relationships.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Initiate equine business records
Explain insurance and liability needs
Outline and demonstrate the proper procedures for show management
Summarize equine marketing
Identify the socioeconomic factors involved in the equine industry
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
AGEQ 2311 - EQUINE SCIENCE II
Study of advanced concepts in horse production. Emphasis on management practices utilized in the horse industry.
Study of advanced concepts in horse production. Emphasis on management practices utilized in the horse industry.
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
Identify and assess needs in the production & management of horses
Employ critical thinking skills in management decisions
Implement management practices
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 48.0
Lab hours: 16.0
Prerequisites:
• AGEQ 1411 - EQUINE SCIENCE I