Counts towards fulfillment of core curriculum component area and is guaranteed to

transfer to a public university or college in Texas.

*TRAN (typically transfers to a university as an elective course)

*DEV (College-preparatory course, does not transfer, does not count towards a degree)

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the

technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Course topic objectives are

determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-0; Credits-1.

An overview of anatomy and physiology as it relates to animal health. Topics include disease symptoms, basic

immunology, diagnosis, prevention, and control of infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals. *CTE; Lecture-3;

Lab-0; Credits-3.

Study of organs, functions, endocrinology, and common management practices related to production. *CTE;

Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

An overview of the beef cattle industry. Topics include the organization and operation of beef cattle enterprises,

selection breeding, reproduction, health, nutrition, management, and marketing. *CTE; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Anatomy & Physiology of Animals

Introduction to the systematic study of anatomy and physiology of animals with emphasis on functional relationships

and interdependence of systems. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Principles of Feeds & Feeding

Study of the role and application of feed nutrients and additives. Topics include comparative aspects of digestion,

absorption, and metabolism of nutrients. Emphasis on identification of nutrient requirements and formulation of dietary

feeding regimens. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Internship: Animal/Livestock Husbandry & Production

An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement

between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee,

the stuednt achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to

specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and

learning outcomes vary. Capstone course. *CTE; Lecture-0; Internship-18; Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Principles of Feedlot Mangement

Study of all aspects of feedlot management. The student will list commonly used supplies and equipment needed to

process and treat livestock; implement feedlot management practices; and demonstrate marketing techniques for

buying necessary commodities. The basic principles which apply to the management of a feedlot. Extensive study in

the areas of cattle feeding, animal health, buying and selling, supervision of personnel, and training involving

organizational procedures within a feedlot. *CTE; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Workforce Education Course

Study of the practical problems of managing native pastures and range lands. Topics include range land ecology,

stocking rates, rotation systems, toxic plants, range reseeding, brush control, and ecological and physiological

responses of range vegetation to grazing. *CTE; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Workforce Education Course

Soil and Water Conservation Management

Study of physical and chemical soil deterioration and loss, water conservation, and principles for protection and

maintenance of these resources. Topics include plant/water relationships, water conservation methods, basic terrace

engineering principles, sediment loss, and land use plans. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Instruction in basic equine behavior and training methods. Topics include anatomy and physiology, behavior, safety,

health care management, and training methods. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

An introduction to the horse industry. Topics include breeds and breeding, selection, and management practices. The

student will describe horse breeds, care, and handling; identify external parts of horses and markings; and implement

managerial practices relevant to the horse industry. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

The study of the anatomy of the lower limbs of the horse and correct shoeing procedure of the straight and sound

pleasure horse. *CTE; Lecture-2; Lab-3; Credits-3.

Introduction to the skills required for maintenance, repair, and renovation of equipment. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-3;

Credits-2.

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the

technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be

repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through an cooperative

agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the

student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning

objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. *CTE; Lecture-1; Coop-20; Credits-3.

A course designed to introduce students to shielded metal arc welding and oxy-acetlylene welding and cutting skill

necessary on the farm or ranch. Safety procedures, operation of equipment, and electrode selection will be covered.

Students will perform welds with several types of electrodes in different positions. *CTE; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized

agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the

student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning

objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. Capstone course. *CTE; Lecture-1; Co-op-20;

Credits-3.

Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative

agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the

student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning

objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning

outcomes vary. *CTE; Lecture-1; Coop-39; Credits-5.

Instruction in contracts, leases, laws and regulations, estate planning, and applications of personnel and management

principles. The student will discuss contract terms related to livestock and real estate; illustrate the importance of

estate planning; and compare the personnel and management techniques employed in the livestock industry. *CTE;

Lecture-3; Lab-0; Credits-3.

An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement

between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a work place employee,

the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to

specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and

learning outcomes vary. *CTE; Lecture-0; Internship-18; Credits-3.

The selection and grading of livestock and livestock products. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: AGRI 2321

with a grade of C or better. *TRAN; Lecture-1; Lab-1; Credits-1.

An introductory course to the field of agriculture. Emphasis is placed on career guidance, counseling, educational

requirements to the job market, and current trends in the field of agriculture. *TRAN; Lecture-1; Lab-0; Credits-1.

An Introductory computer course specific to agriculture applications, word processing and electronic spreadsheets.

*TRAN; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

This course familiarizes the student with the structure, growth and development of horticulture plants from a practical

and scientific approach. Students will study the environmental effects and principles of propagation, greenhouse and

outdoor production of horticulture crops, nutrition, pruning, chemical control of growth, pest control, and landscaping.

*TRAN; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Operations in movement agriculture commodities from producer to consumer. Essential marketing functions of

buying, selling, transporting, storing, financing, standardizing, pricing, and risk bearing. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-0;

Credits-3.

Technological and scientific aspects of modern industrial food supply systems. Food classification, modern processing

and quality control. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-0; Credits-3.

Fundamentals underlying the production of crops. Includes classification and distribution of crops and some

application of plant morphology, physiology, nutrition, and genetics to farm practices. Includes control of diseases,

weeds, and insects. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

An introductory course to the study of livestock, their importance, development, distributions, care management,

reproduction, marketing and evaluation. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Selection, evaluation, and classification of livestock and livestock products. Prerequisite: AGRI 2321 with a grade of C

or better. *TRAN; Lecture-1; Lab-2; Credits-2.

Fundamentals of internal combustion engines: gasoline, diesel, and liquefied petroleum. Maintenance and

adjustments of the electrical, ignition, fuel, lubricating, and cooling systems of agricultural power machinery. *TRAN;

Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

The life history, habits and control of common insects and pests. Practice in collecting, identifying and mounting

insects, preparing insecticides and spraying harmful insects. *TRAN; Lecture-2; Lab-2; Credits-3.

Introduction to fundamental economic principles and their application to the problems of the industry of agriculture.

*TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-0; Credits-3.

Principles and practices used in the production and improvement of wildlife resources for aesthetic, ecological and

recreational uses of public and private lands. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-0; Credits-3.

Selection, use and maintenance of hand and power tools; arc and oxy-acetylene welding, and construction materials

and principles. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.