Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

Equine Fitting and Grooming 3
> AGE-169
Applies actual feeding and care of the college’s
horses under a practical management
situation. Certain competency tests must be
performed related to an efficient stable master
schedule and the implementation of a schedule
and the tasks related to such.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Health/Performance Mgmt of the
Horse 3
> AGE-170
Discusses and identifies the conformation of
the horse, the respiratory, digestive, nervous
and circulatory systems, plus skeletal and
muscle structure. Relates causes and
prevention of economically important horse
diseases. Current state and federal regulations
are also described. This course is generally
taught by a veterinarian.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Equine Facilities Maint/Mechanics
> AGE-185
2
Establishes basic understanding and
manipulative skills related to facility
maintenance. Deals with the fundamentals of
farm carpentry, fences, concrete, buildings,
stalls, plumbing, electricity and general
upkeep. Competency base is stressed.
(1/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Equine Anatomy & Physiology 2
> AGE-209
Beginning anatomy and physiology with
veterinary equine clinical emphasis. Provides
the basis for a study of conformation,
production and pathological process of
diseases in horses.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Equine Business Management II 3
> AGE-212
Applies the necessary steps in becoming a
horse business owner from investing, licenses
and tax benefits. Other areas covered include
marketing, insurance, buying and selling,
employees and independent contractors,
pedigree or performance records, and IRS
information.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule . summer & Fall 2011 . COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Mgmt of the Racing Thoroughbred 1
> AGE-213
Identifies the techniques of managing the
thoroughbred racehorse. Describes the basic
care of the thoroughbred including feeding,
veterinary, farrier and conditioning practices.
Identifies special techniques, which include
taking temperature, pulse, respiration, X-rays,
blood counts and pre-race preparation.
Interpretation and analysis of thoroughbred
pedigrees and racetrack operations are taught.
Some course time may be spent at a racetrack.
(0.5/1/0/0); ASE Code: B
Training I 3
> AGE-230
Introduces initial horse training principles and
techniques. Emphasizes natural horsemanship
theory and practice.
(0/6/0/0); ASE Code: B; Prereq: AGE-109, AGE-172
Note: Grades in prerequisite courses must be B
or higher
Horse Shows 4
> AGE-252
Identifies and applies necessary requirements
to prepare and show a horse, and includes
instruction and participation in setting up and
conducting a horse show. Students may
actually show in available horse shows.
(1/6/0/0); ASE Code: B
Intro to Farrier Science 1
> AGE-260
Presents basic hoof preparation and trimming
concepts. Students study current hoof status
(before and after), foot and leg problems, and
methods of correction. Stresses applied lab
technique, with forge work available.
(0.5/1/0/0); ASE Code: B
Legs and Hoof 3
> AGE-261
Provides instruction on the care and condition
of horses’ legs and feet, and covers basic
concepts of correct preparation and shoeing of
a horse, foot unsoundness, leg problems, and
methods of correction by proper trimming and
shoeing. Includes the examination of stance,
gaits, unsoundness, breed requirements,
methods of restraint, and types of corrective
shoes and how they function.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Equestrian Drill Team 2
> AGE-270
Riders and horses are developed into a working
unit of two or more drill teams. Western
balance seat is stressed with work on
maneuvers, routine and patterns.
Horsemanship is taught to improve
communication between horse and rider.
Historical study of where and how the
maneuvers were used in cavalry units of Iowa
is included.
(1/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Horse Projects 1
> AGE-290
A preplanned schedule for discussion,
observation and evaluation of the horse project
is developed. Covers athletic performance of
the horse, training and environmental effects,
and use of records. Management of facilities
and other horse projects are stressed. Includes
an agreed-to development plan for an applied
problem solution.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B; Prereq: AGE-230
AGF
AG - FLORAL
Floral Plant Identification/Care I 2
> AGF-120
Studies identification, care and handling
requirements of cut flowers and foliages and
green and blooming plants commonly sold in
retail flower shops.
(1/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Floral Careers Computer Literacy 2
> AGF-130
Introduces students to applications for
computers in the floral industry and computer
use for assignments in the Floral Careers
program. Topics include operating systems,
MS Word, hardware and software, terminology,
functions, applications, Windows, spreadsheets
and Internet. Designed for the student with
little or no computer experience. Self-paced.
(1/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Floral Design I 3
> AGF-140
Introduces basic geometric design of fresh
arrangements, corsages, Christmas
arrangements, funeral flowers, potted plants
and green planters. Includes use of tools and
supplies.
(1/4/0/0); ASE Code: B
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Course Descriptions