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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AGRI 230 - Sheep goat and Fiber Animal Production
PROGRAM: Agriculture
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019
Presents an overview of the production and management of sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas. This will include marketing of live animals and animal products, animal health, nutrition and facility needs.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Describe the ideal conformation and modern breeds with consideration of their uses.
- Identify the specific terminology used within the industry.
- Demonstrate the skills necessary to successfully manage an agricultural business involving one of those species.
- Explain the components of genetics and breeding systems.
- Create a comprehensive plan to market one or more products from one of those species.
- Explain modern uses and processing of meat, milk, wool and/or hair.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Terminology
- Conformation and Selection
- Breeds
- Physiology
- Anatomy
- Grooming
- Movement
- Feed Management
- Facilities/Barn and Farm Set-Up
- Equipment Needs and Maintenance
- Care, Health and First Aid
- Genetics and Breeding
- Pasture Management
- Meat and Milk Products/Processing
- Barn Management
- Wool/Hair Production and Processing
- Meat vs. Dairy
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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