Equine Studies (A.A.S.)

Location(s): Main Campus

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Program Summary

Agriculture students gain a broad education in agriculture and an opportunity to emphasize their area of greatest interest through extensive hands-on and face-to-face educational opportunities at SUU’s 800-acre farm and 2,800-acre ranch. Along with the main areas of focus, the degree may include equine science, horticulture, and pre-veterinary medicine. Students become qualified for a wide variety of agriculture industry-based careers

Program Information

All courses must be passed with a “C-” (1.7) or better to be counted in the major.
Courses over 10 years old will not be accepted in the major.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor before selecting coursework. Some courses are only taught one semester per year or every other year.

Associate of Applied Science General Education Requirement (15-18 Credits)

For an Associate of Applied Science degree, 15-18 credit hours are required in the following areas:

One course in the English Core
One course in the Quantitative Literacy (Mathematics) Core
One course in American Institutions
One course from either the Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences Breadth Area (minimum of 3 credits)
One course from one of the remaining five Breadth Areas (minimum of 3 credits)

Equine Studies Curriculum (44 Credits)

Equine Studies Core Courses (36 Credits)

AGSC 1010 - Agriculture and Society 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 1100 - Principles of Animal Science 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 1750 - Horsemanship I 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 1990 - Agriculture Leadership 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 2630 - Horse Production Practices 2 Credit(s)
AGSC 2760 - Horsemanship II 2 Credit(s)
AGSC 2950 - Equine Practicum 1-4 Credit(s) (must be repeated - total of 5 credits required)
AGSC 3020 - Agribusiness Management 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3150 - Animal Genetics and Breeding 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3350 - Horse Science and Industry 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3400 - Feeding and Nutrition of Horses and Livestock 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3405 - Feeding and Nutrition of Horses and Livestock Lab 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 3500 - Animal Reproduction 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3505 - Animal Reproduction Lab 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 3760 - Advanced Horsemanship 2 Credit(s)

Equine Studies Elective Courses (8 Credits)

Complete 8 credits from the following:

AGSC 1110 - Crop Production 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 1115 - Crop Production Lab 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 3030 - Forage Crops 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3035 - Forage Crops Lab 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 3230 - Pests and Pest Management 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3235 - Pests and Pest Management Lab 1 Credit(s)
AGSC 3560 - Soil Science 3 Credit(s)
AGSC 3565 - Soil Science Lab 1 Credit(s)
RANG 3600 - Range Management 3 Credit(s)
RANG 3605 - Range Management Lab 1 Credit(s)

Free Electives (1-4)

Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for details.

Total Credits, A.A.S. Degree: 63

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate effective application of equine industry knowledge and resources to solve problems and perform relevant equine-related activities.
Students will demonstrate effective communication appropriate to the discipline.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of equine industry including production practices, management principles, and equestrian activities.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of scientific principles related to the equine industry.