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Classes Offered
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Principles of AFNR- First year Ag class where students are introduced to the world of agriculture and the opportunities available through FFA.
Wildlife Management prepares students for careers in natural resource systems. This course examines the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and aqua-crops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices.
Vet Technology prepares students for careers in the field of veterinary science. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they relate to both large and small animal species.
Advanced Animal Science prepares students for careers in the field of animal science. This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. This course is recommended for students in Grade 12. Prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement.
Livestock Production prepares students for careers in the field of animal science, students acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. Animal species to be addressed in this course may include, but are not limited to, beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.
Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies prepares students for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques.
Practicum in Welding- Two hour capstone class where students design and build metal projects.
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