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Central Arizona College 8470 N. Overfield Road Coolidge, AZ 85228 Phone: (520) 494-5206 Fax: (520) 494-
Prefix/Number: ANS 200
Course Title: Introduction to Equine Science
Course Description :
Introduction to equine sciences: Including basic structure and function of equine anatomy, disease prevention and treatment, common breeds, and nutritional requirements of horses.
Semester Hours : 3 Times for Credit: 1
Lecture/Lab Ratio : 3 lecture
Pre-requisites: RDG100a or RDG100b
Co-requisites: none
Cross Listed: none
Grading Options: A/F
Approved Modalities: F2F
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Learning Outcome Statements:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Explain the history and development of the horse.
- Discuss the basics of equine science.
- Compare the common breeds of horses and assess their differences.
- Describe the structure and function of a horse.
- Identify the general anatomical areas of a horse.
- Describe the process for determining the age, height, and weight of a horse.
- Explain basic genetic principles involved in horse breeding.
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.
- Identify the ideal conformation characteristics of a horse.
- Predict the possible lameness that could result from poor conformation
- Describe signs, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of equine infectious diseases and parasites.
- Assess the nutrient requirements of different ages and uses of horses.
- Describe the possible problems due to dietary excess or deficiencies of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements.
Standards:
The student will meet the learning outcomes at the following level, degree or measurement:
- Describe the past breeding practices that led to the breeds of today, and the reasons behind these practices.
- Explain the impact of genetics and scientific advancements on the performance and health of horses.
- Describe how different breeds of horses are suited for different uses.
- Assess how different horses’ structure allows for better performance in different situations.
- Name basic external parts of the horse.
- Demonstrate the processes involved in determining weight and height, and judge a horse’s age based on its teeth.
- Describe the possible results of crossbreeding, and predict possible color as well as other genetic outcomes.
- Locate bones, organs, and muscles, on or in the horse.
- Examine the importance of balance in a horse’s structure.
- Describe the effects that poor balance could have on a horse’s performance, handling, and soundness.
- Name common diseases and health problems in horses, and identify treatment and prevention.
- Calculate the different nutritional requirements of horses depending on age, size, and use.
- Describe the necessary supplements needed for the horse, and the importance of vitamins and minerals to the health of the horse.
AGEC/Special requirements: None Revised: 12/
