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PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTION
Students learn the common environmental factors that
may cause digestive health problems like colic and
diarrhea. Emphasis is placed on a balanced diet and
proper feeding practices.
AGNR 50D EQUINE LAMENESS; LAMINITIS,
NAVICULAR AND BEYOND
Units: 0.5 - 8-9 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
Students assess the pathogenesis of navicular Disease
and Laminitis; describe common methods of treatment;
evaluate the impact of these and other lameness on the
athletic potential of the equine athlete. Techniques for
diagnosis (radiography, ultrasound) and treatment
(chiropractic, drugs) are explored.
AGNR 50E EQUINE REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
Unit: 0.5 - 8-9 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
The unusual reproductive conformation of the mare and
the stallion and breeding practices has produced an
inordinately low level of reproductive efficiency in
modern horse breeds. Course presents the appropriate
use of recent management and technology innovations:
progesterone therapy, increased day-length, ultrasonic
imaging, artificial insemination, cooled semen and
embryo transfer.
AGNR 50F EQUINE FOALING AND NEONATAL
CARE
Units: 0.5 - 8-9 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
The successful foaling of a mare is fraught with
problems from dystocia to assuring that the foal gets
sufficient colostrum. Students develop a foaling
checklist and guidelines on when to call for Veterinary
assistance.
AGNR 51 VETERINARY TERMINOLOGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. (No prerequisite)
An introduction to the terminology for drugs, disease
and dissection in dogs, cats, horses, ruminants, swine
and birds. Students identify the parts of a medical term
and practice their pronunciation. Basic terminology and
function of the skeletal, muscular, digestive, urinary,
cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, reproductive and
nervous systems. Overview of the available technology
for animal testing and diagnostic evaluation.
AGNR 55 ANIMAL MANAGEMENT LAB
Units: 1.0-3.0 - 48-54 hours laboratory per unit. (No
prerequisite. Grade Option)
This course provides hands-on exposure to the
management of large farm animals (livestock) and the
experience needed to implement the theory learned in
this department’s animal and equine science classes.
Special emphasis is placed on handling, preventative
veterinary care, feeding, facility design, selection,
evaluation, judging and preparation for sale. Provides a
detailed analysis of various visual and physical methods
of appraising beef, sheep, swine and horses for
functional and economic value.
AGNR 60 ENVIRONMENTAL HORTICULTURE
LABORATORY
Units: 1.0-4.0 - 48-54 hours laboratory per unit, per
term. (No prerequisite) This course may be taken four
times.
Horticulture laboratory setting for horticulture students to
practice the skills gained from experience and traditional
lecture/laboratory classes. This setting will further
prepare students for employment in the horticulture
industry.
AGNR 61 NATURAL LANDSCAPE PRACTICES
Units: 4.0 - 64-72 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
Introduction to the basics of landscape design; plant
material selection; planting and care; composting;
irrigation design and maintenance organic and natural
methods; soil factors; landscape redesign and
renovation; integrated pest management; creating a
custom landscape. Emphasis is on the use of waterconserving
and resource-efficient practices in
establishing functional, attractive landscapes.
AGNR 61A BASICS OF WATER-EFFICIENT
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Units: 0.5 - 8-9 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
Introduction to the seven xeriscape principles
(landscape planning and design, soil considerations,
practical turf areas, plant material selection, irrigation
design, use of mulches, and landscape maintenance).
Additional emphasis on drip and water-conserving
irrigation, with an overview of local and regional water
resources issues. Students will learn the basic elements
of landscape design and be introduced to the dynamics
of water resource management.
AGNR 61B TREES FOR THE SUBURBAN FOREST:
SELECTION, PLANTING, AND CARE
Units: 0.5 - 8-9 hours lecture. (No prerequisite. Grade
Option)
Students will learn the elements required for the
selection, planting, and care of fruit, shade, ornamental,
AGRICULTURE • NATURAL RESOURCES
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