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Agriculture –
Agriculture Technology
AGTk 1650
(3 cr.)
Farm Power Machines
An examination of various farm implements
and equipment and the principles
of their operation. The study of the economics
of machinery usage and selection
including cost analysis of leasing versus
buying farm machinery.
AGTk 1660
(5 cr.)
Tractor Engine
Maintenance and Repair
A study of the principles of the operation,
maintenance, tune-up, and nomenclature
of gasoline engines and other items
applicable to farm tractors. Prerequisite:
Completion of DVST 0510 or ENGL 0510
(or equivalent placement test score).
AGTk 1670
(5 cr.)
Farm Tractor Overhaul
A class in overhauling farm tractors.
Students write a technical report on overhaul
procedures. Prerequisite: Completion
of DVST 0510 or ENGL 0510 (or
equivalent placement test score).
AGTk 1700
(4 cr.)
Farm Structures
A study of the types, costs, and uses of
farm and ranch buildings. Some sample
units will be erected. Prerequisite:
Completion of DVST 0900 or MATH 0900
(or equivalent placement test score).
AGTk 1910
(3 cr.)
Equipment Maintenance and Repair
A thorough study of drive transmissions,
hydraulics, and electrical systems along
with the internal combustion engine.
Prerequisite: Completion of DVST 0510
or ENGL 0510 (or equivalent placement
test score).
AGTk 2980
(5-15 cr.)
On-the-job Training
Six hundred hours of supervised work
experience in the student’s chosen field.
The student is paid the going wage for
that type of work. The student receives
practical experience doing assigned
duties, operating various machines, and
performing other functions necessary
to the job. Students learn how to apply
much of the technology learned at the
college. The work-experience program
is an integral part of the technology
education program, so this should not
be taken as a source of income but rather
as a learning experience. The program
is jointly covered by the college, the
advisor, the employer, and the student.
The training period takes place between
the student’s first and second years or
at another time as worked out by the
student and instructor. Hours of credit
are arranged jointly by the employer,
student, and instructor.
Agriculture –
Agroecology
AECL 1000
(4 cr.)
Agroecology
Students examine ecological interactions
that affect food-producing (agricultural)
systems. Through lectures and laboratory
exercises, they gain knowledge of
the various biological components and
the science of sustainable agricultural
production. In particular, students examine
differences between developed and
developing countries and explore crises
and challenges facing agriculture and
global society.
AECL 2010
(4 cr.)
The Ecological Web: Soils
An introduction to soil science including
soil ecology, the formation of soils, the
biological properties of the soil affecting
plant growth, and the different compositions
of fertilizers and their interactions
with soils and plants. This course typically
consists of three hours of lecture
and two hours of laboratory weekly. Prerequisites:
Completion of DVST 0510 or
ENGL 0510 and DVST 0900 or MATH 0900
(or equivalent placement test scores).
AECL 2025
(4 cr.)
Ecological Web: Horticultural Science
A course examining the propagation,
growth, development, and utilization of
horticultural plants. Students gain an
understanding of plant classification,
anatomy, interactions with the environment,
and genetic improvement through
lecture presentations and laboratory
experiences. This course fulfills requirements
for a science laboratory course.
Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1000 or
BIOL 1010
Agriculture –
Animal Science
ANSC 1010
(4 cr.)
Livestock Production
A course introducing students to the
scope of the livestock industry, and management
of beef cattle, sheep, dairy cattle,
horses, swine, and poultry. Students
acquire introductory knowledge of breeding,
genetics, reproduction, and nutrition
of domestic animals in addition to wool,
meat, dairy, and poultry products.
ANSC 1100
(2 cr.)
Artificial Insemination
A study of breeding principles and their
value to the livestock producer. Each student
in this course will be given instruction
in A.I. technology including heat
detection and disease control.
ANSC 1200
(2 cr.)
Livestock Fitting and Showing
A course defining scope of livestock fitting
and showing. It is designed to give
the student the ability to fit and show
cattle and sheep. Students are involved
with the actual fitting practices and
entries for show as well as the show ring,
and they participate in breaking and
training of livestock for show. The course
is primarily a laboratory experience.
ANSC 1210
(2 cr.)
Livestock judging I
A study of the selection of domestic
livestock based on type, conformation,
breeding performance, and production
records. Development of and emphasis
on oral communication skills will be
stressed.
ANSC 1220
(2 cr.)
Livestock judging II
Continuation of ANSC 1210. Prerequisite:
Completion of ANSC 1210.
ANSC 2020
(4 cr.)
Feeds and Feeding
A study of nutrition fundamentals and
proper livestock management, including
balancing rations and field maps to
provide information and techniques of
formulating feeds advised for production
needs of the community. Prerequisites:
Completion of DVST 0520 or ENGL 0520,
DVST 0630 or ENGL 0630, and DVST 0900
or MATH 0900 (or equivalent placement
test scores).
ANSC 2230
(2 cr.)
Livestock judging III
A continuation of ANSC 1220. Prerequisite:
Completion of ANSC 1220.
ANSC 2300
(3 cr.)
Plant and Animal Genetics
A study of the principles of genetics and
their application to livestock and crop
production. Applications of reproduction,
selection, inbreeding, and crossbreeding
in livestock production are studied.
Students plan and evaluate an improvement
program designed to direct genetic
changes in livestock. The course introduces
students to methods of manipulating
reproduction within livestock
management systems. Prerequisites:
Completion of DVST 0510 or ENGL 0510
and DVST 0900 or MATH 0900 (or equivalent
placement test scores).