AGR 164 |
Animal Nutrition and Health |
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3 |
Fundamental principles of animal nutrition and maintenance of health for animals with monogastric and ruminant digestive systems. Study of essential nutrients, feed ingredients and additives, balancing rations and economic considerations in feeding. In-depth analysis is given to nutritional content of crops commonly produced and fed to livestock. |
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AGR 174 |
Artificial Insemination - Swine |
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1 |
The physiology of the reproductive tract of farm animals and the use of insemination equipment for breeding of livestock is studied. Included are management procedures that make artificial insemination practical. |
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(none) |
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AGR 175 |
Computer Applications in Agribusiness |
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3 |
Introduction to the applications of the microcomputer to agribusiness: word processing, spreadsheets, data base management, presentation software, and use of the Internet. Satisfies JWCC computer competency requirement. |
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(none) |
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Various |
AGR 180 / AGR 181 |
Details |
2 |
AGR 180 available during odd years; AGR 181 available during even years. |
AGR 180 |
Swine Management - Breeding & Genetics |
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2 |
Covers factors used to select and manage a breeding herd. Emphasis on the skills and practices necessary for maximizing reproductive performance in confinement. The course includes choosing replacement females, selecting boars, cross breeding, artificial insemination, pen and hand breeding, and genetics. Covers the science and reasoning behind the application of the above topics |
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(none) |
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AGR 181 |
Swine Management - Farrow to Market |
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2 |
A study of management factors necessary for increasing production efficiency by the timely application of pig processing procedures and production practices from birth to market. Emphasis on the acceptable procedures of care of sow and litter from just prior to farrowing to three weeks after farrowing. Management of newly purchased feeder pigs, carcass evaluation, and marketing feeder pigs and market hogs will also be discussed. |
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(none) |
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AGR 182 |
Applied Pork Production Skills |
Details |
2 |
Students gain practical experience in pork production skills through classroom and laboratory work. Pregnancy testing of sows, studying methods of breeding sows and gilts, using chemical and manual assistance in delivering pigs, clipping needle-teeth, docking tails, vaccinations, injections, castration of hogs, and general daily hog production activities are covered. |
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(none) |
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Various |
AGR Mechanics Elective |
Details |
2 |
Electives recommended for AGR Mechanics in the Agriculture Applications Certificate. |
AGR 171 |
Introduction to Electricity |
Details |
2 |
Designed to develop knowledge and skills in electrical wiring, motors and controls. Emphasis is placed on planning, wiring, testing, safety, and related skills and knowledge. |
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(none) |
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AGR 172 |
Introduction to Welding |
Details |
2 |
Designed for the individual who needs skills and knowledge in welding for repairing and fabrication of agriculture equipment. Welding will be done with arc, MIG, acetylene, and TIG welders. |
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(none) |
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AGR 173 |
Advanced Welding |
Details |
2 |
Designed for the individual who needs more in-depth skills and knowledge in welding for projects, maintenance welding, or fabrication welding. Welding will be done with arc, MIG, acetylene, and TIG welders. |
Prerequisites: |
AGR 172 or consent of department |
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Various |
Approved Electives (Swine Specialist Certificate) (1-4) |
Details |
1-4 |
Approved electives for the Swine Specialist Certificate. |
AGR 152 |
Natural Resource Management |
Details |
3 |
Basic course emphasizing the importance and practical aspects of planning a conservation program for the agriculture producer. The student will study and develop a conservation plan for his or her own farm or a farm provided by the instructor. In-depth study of conservation practices and their economic considerations will provide the student with a better understanding of the need to plan the use, treatment and protection of soil, water, air, woodlands, wildlife, and energy use. |
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(none) |
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AGR 162 |
Animal Evaluation and Selection II |
Details |
2 |
Study of relationship between form and function in the evaluation and selection of breeding and market livestock. A continuation of AGR 161 for students who want to continue with additional livestock evaluation experiences. |
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AGR 161 or consent of department |
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AGR 189 |
Agricultural Finance and Records |
Details |
3 |
The study of record keeping systems and accounting principles. Types of accounting systems, budgeting depreciation, and amortization schedules will be discussed. Additional topics include the importance of the proper use of credit in the agriculture business; the use of equity and debt capital as a management tool; the application of short, intermediate, and long-term credit; alternative sources of credit; lender's credit analysis and loan servicing; and debt management. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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Various |
VET Electives |
Details |
3 |
All courses with the VET prefix. |
VET 101 |
Veterinary Assistant I |
Details |
3 |
This class prepares students to work in the animal care field. Class consists of 30 classroom hours and a minimum of 25 lab hours actually observing and practicing veterinary assistant skills learned from content instruction. Trained assistants support veterinary technicians and veterinarians in a variety of inpatient and outpatient activities. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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VET 102 |
Veterinary Assistant II |
Details |
3 |
This class is an extension of VET 101 to further prepare students to work in the animal care field. Students will gain in-depth knowledge in anatomy, pathophysiology of animal diseases, emergency care and anesthesia/surgery protocols. Class consists of 30 online hours and a minimum of 25 hours actually observing and practicing intermediate veterinary assistant skills learned in the classroom setting. Trained assistants support veterinary technicians and veterinarians in a variety of inpatient and outpatient activities. |
Prerequisites: |
VET 101 |
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