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| Agriculture Science I | ||||
| Prerequisite: None This course is an introduction and survey course of the many career areas in agriculture. Topics include scientific investigations in agriculture, basic animal science, basic plant and soil science, ornamental horticulture, natural resource management, business management, leadership and communication through FFA, and career skills. An essential part of this course will be leadership activities and Supervised Agriculture Experience Programs. This course will fulfill the Career and Technical Education graduation requirement. This course is based on or meets the Nevada State Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Skills Standards. |
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| Agriculture Science II | ||||
| Prerequisite: Agriculture Science I This course is a continuation of Agriculture Science I. This course allows intermediate students to expand on skills and knowledge from Agriculture Science I. Areas of study include scientific investigations in agriculture, plant and soil sciences, agriculture sales and marketing, ornamental horticulture, animal sciences and natural resource management. An essential part of this course will be leadership activities and Supervised Agriculture Experience Programs. The appropriate use of technology and industry-standard equipment is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill the Career and Technical Education graduation requirement. This course is based on or meets the Nevada State Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Skills Standards. |
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| Veterinary Science III | ||||
| Prerequisite: Agriculture Science II or Veterinary Science II This course is a continuation of Agriculture Science II and Veterinary Science II. This course is designed to introduce advanced agriculture students to the technical understanding and working knowledge of the veterinary industry. Topics to be covered include practices in the veterinary clinical setting, medical terminology, medical math, clinical examination, laboratory techniques, diseases and disorders, nutrition, clinical and office procedures, and ethical and welfare issues. An essential part of this course will be leadership activities and Supervised Agriculture Experience Programs. The appropriate use of technology and industry-standard equipment is an integral part of this course. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have acquired entry-level skills for employment and be prepared for postsecondary education. This course will fulfill the Career and Technical Education graduation requirement. This course is based on or meets the Nevada State Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Skills Standards. |
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