Council Grove Agricultural Education Department

Animal Science

Length – 1 year                                                                                                                                          Grade Level 10-12

Prerequisite:  Introduction to Agriculture

References:  Author:  Gillespie, James. Modern Livestock and Poultry Production 7th Edition

Course Description:

This one year course offers an introduction to animal agriculture and will investigate careers such as animal breeder, veterinary science, nutritionist, meat specialist, feed sales representative, animal marketing and additional related fields. The emphasis will be given in the areas of: handling, breeding, feeding/nutrition, facilities, species, breeds, pasture management, and marketing. Biology concepts will be integrated along with traditional classroom/laboratory instruction. Units will be reinforced by field trips and exploratory activities.



 

 




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