Farm Operations Practicum I
This hands-on course will provide students with practical hours in the daily operations of a working horse farm, while fostering leadership skills, effective communication and teamwork, and a strong work ethic. These hours will take place on the university horse farm during standard university chore times (7:00 AM and 3:00 PM) on specified days during the week and assigned weekends, serving as experiential learning to complement the pre- and corequisite course (EQS 109).
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective communication, work ethic, and time management skills through performance and attendance during practicum hours.
- Utilize appropriate horse handling skills for common farm activities.
- Complete farm tasks with a high standard of horse care and attention to detail in cooperation with other practicum students, managers, and farm staff.
Grade Basis: Pass/Fail
Credit hours: 2
Lecture hours: 0
Lab hours: 0
Practicum/Clinical/Studio/Student Teaching/Field Work/Internship hours: 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisites:
- EQS 109 - Equine Farm Operations I
Corequisites:
- EQS 109 - Equine Farm Operations I