Description of Classes
| Course # | Title | Description | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQS 001 | WESTERN HORSEBACK RIDING FOR BEGINNING RIDERS |
Western Riding techniques and equitation for young riders. Principals of grooming, general horse care, equipment and tack, and horse psychology. | .5-2 UNITS |
| EQS 006 | ELEMENTS OF HORSESHOING |
Anatomy and physiology of the horse leg and foot, and recognizing a quality horseshoeing job, trimming feet, fitting and nailing shoes. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 009 | FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAFT HORSE DRIVING | Work horse history, attitude, approach, dynamics of draft, anatomy, health care, harness and harnessing, and principles of driving. | 1 UNIT |
| EQS 095 | SELECTED TOPICS EQUINE STUDIES |
A series of selected/special courses designed to meet timely and current issues in equine studies, pack station and stable operation. Courses taught are exclusive examinations of a single topic. | .5-4 UNITS |
| EQS 102 | ELEMENTS OF HORSE PRODUCTION |
Care and management of horses; status of industry and history, breeds of horses, diseases, unsoundness, nutrition, anatomy and selection of horses and horse reproduction. | 3 UNITS |
| EQS 103 | WESTERN EQUITATION I | Western riding techniques and equitation. Principles of grooming, general horse care, equipment an tack, and horse psychology. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 104 | HORSE CONFORMATION |
Basic horse anatomy and physiology; bone structure and circulatory, respiratory and digestive systems as they relate to the horse in motion. | 1 UNIT |
| EQS 105 | ELEMENTS OF HORSE TRAINING |
Behavioral study of the horse, horse training philosophies and techniques to lead, back, stop, turn and move horses properly under saddle. | .5-4 UNITS |
| EQS 106 | WESTERN EQUITATION II | Intermediate and advanced western riding techniques and equitation. Use of natural aides for advanced equitation and riding maneuvers. Horse behavior and psychology. Trailer loading. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 107 | ELEMENTS OF PACK STATION AND STABLE OPERATIONS |
Business and skill aspects of a pack station and horse rental stable; operational theories, practical applications and specific skills in horse packing and guided horseback rides. | 3 UNITS |
| EQS 108 | PACK STATION AND
STABLE OPERATION FIELD EXPERIENCE |
Practical application of skills required to operate a pack station and stable. Students plan, organize and implement a three-day pack trip. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 175 | RANCH SKILLS SHORT COURSE |
Specific skill development through practical experience in techniques of western horseback riding, elements of horse training, and fundamentals of ranch work with horses. Successful achievement of course objectives will lead to Certificate of Completion in the Ranch Skills Short Course. Students will receive credit for each of the following courses included in this class: PACK101 (2 units), PACK105A-B (4 units), and PACK210A-B (4 units). | 10 UNITS |
| EQS 180 | RODEO SKILLS & TECHNIQUES- MEN'S EVENTS | This course focuses on the fundamental, theory, and practice of intercollegiate men's rodeo events; bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, team roping emphasizing the physiology and physical foundations, history of the sport, scoring, rule interpretation, and judging. The course will also provide the student the opportunity to study, learn, and practice the skills and techniques necessary to participate in intercollegiate men's rodeo events. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 181 | RODEO SKILLS & TECHNIQUES- WOMEN'S EVENTS | This course focuses on the fundamental, theory, and practice of intercollegiate women's rodeo events; barrel racing, goat tying, break away roping, team roping emphasizing the physiological fundamentals, history of the sport, scoring, rule interpretation, and judging. The course will also provide the student the opportunity to study, learn, and practice the skills and techniques necessary to participate in intercollegiate women's rodeo events. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 182 | INTERCOLLEGIATE RODEO | Designed to provide students the opportunity to further develop their proficiency in men and women's intercollegiate rodeo events. Methods in competitive performance, individual and team strategy, in a National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) sanctioned competition event. Enrollment limited to those qualified to compete in intercollegiate rodeo. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 184 | ADVANCED INTERCOLLEGIATE RODEO | Designed to provide students with additional opportunities to further develop their proficiency in men and women's intercollegiate rodeo events. In -depth, advanced techniques of competitive performances, individual and team strategy in National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) sanctioned competitions. Enrollment limited to those qualified to compete in intercollegiate rodeo. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 186 | RODEO PRODUCTION | Practical application of the planning, organizing, and staging an intercollegiate rodeo. Students participate in all aspects of rodeo production, procedures, promotion, finance, rodeo contractors, and sponsorship. | 1 UNIT |
| EQS 203 | SPECIALIZED HORSE ENTERPRISES |
Individual opportunities to study, investigate, research and
participate in specific topics, fundamentals of horse training,
western equitation, packing skills, and horse health and reproduction. Student completes different performance objectives for each unit of credit. Formerly PACK003. |
1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 205 | TRAINING YOUNG HORSES UNDER SADDLE |
Principles and applications of equine behavior modification for training young horses in ground work and various maneuvers under saddle; gaits, leads, backing, stopping, turning, and rope work. | 2 UNITS |
| EQS 210 | INTRODUCTION TO RANCH WORK WITH HORSES |
Techniques and skills necessary for Cattle/Guest Ranch operation. Selection of equipment and horses. Principles of working cattle and ranch roping. Specialized training of horses for ranch work. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 211 | APPLIED RANCH SKILLS | Application of advanced roping and cattle working techniques. Cattle/Guest Ranch activities and operations. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 212 | APPLIED RANCH SKILLS WITH HORSES |
Application of advanced roping and cattle working techniques. Cattle/Guest Ranch activities and operations. | 1-4 UNITS |
| EQS 225 | ADVANCED HORSE TRAINING | Study of advanced horse training philosophies. Application of training techniques for advanced Reined Cow Horse maneuvers necessary to compete in showing, reining and cutting. | .5-4 UNITS |
| EQS 291AD-295AD | DIRECTED STUDY |
A student may take advanced course work in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, division chair and the Dean of Instruction. | 1-5 UNITS |
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