Equine Science (EQSC)

Information about experimental courses, when offered, will be available at the Office of the Registrar late in the Spring Quarter preceding the academic year in which the courses are scheduled. Such courses are numbered 191, 291, 391 or 491, and may have additional program fees.

EQSC 100 THRU 104 HORSEBACK RIDING - 0 hrs
Safety and good horsemanship are stressed throughout all courses. During the 10 week academic quarter students receive a weekly class of one hour in dressage, hunt seat, or eventing. Students will develop the skills necessary to compete in interscholastic/intercollegiate and/or open horse shows. Beginning riders will learn basic introductory skills in riding and horse care. Students must supply their own hard-soled, over-the-ankle boots. ASTM / SEI helmets and all other riding equipment are provided. New students must ride for the instructor before or during the first week of the quarter for placement into the appropriate level. All students must complete and pass the physical fitness test before they may ride. All riding lessons carry an additional fee which is published in the Schedule of Classes available at the Registrar�s Office.

EQSC 110 HORSEMASTERSHIP I LECTURE - 3 hrs
Coursework covers safe handling; horse behavior and instinctive reactions; breeds, conformation, colors and markings; grooming; basic stable management; humane restraint techniques; the use, effect, proper fitting and care of tack and equipment; evolution of the horse; the history of horses and their use by humans. Open to EQSC majors only. Space in this course is limited.

EQSC 111 HORSEMASTERSHIP I CLINIC - 1 hr
Clinical work covers the practice of topics covered in EQSC 110, including handling, grooming and preventive health care, appropriate use of restraint, tack fitting and behavioral observation, with an emphasis on safe and effective handling of animals and ethical practices. Coreq: EQSC 110, or permission.

EQSC 120 HORSEMASTERSHIP II LECTURE - 3 hrs
Coursework covers introductory equine nutrition, recreational uses of the horse, structural correctness as related to soundness, conformation and judging, and gaits and mechanics of movement. Prereq: EQSC 110, or permission.

EQSC 121 HORSEMASTERSHIP II CLINIC - 1 hr
Clinical experience corresponds to the Horsemastership II lecture. Emphasis is placed on recreational uses, conformation and associated unsoundness, gaits and mechanics of movement, evaluation of conditioning programs, the use of heart rate monitors, and performance testing on a treadmill. Prereq: EQSC 110, 111; Coreq: EQSC 120.

EQSC 130 HORSEMASTERSHIP III LECTURE - 3 hrs
Coursework includes abnormal behaviors, including vices; advanced restraint techniques; methods of training and conditioning of various breeds for various uses; introductory exercise physiology, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal responses to exercise and training; performance evaluation of the equine athlete. Prereq: EQSC 120, or permission.

EQSC 131 HORSEMASTERSHIP III CLINIC - 1 hr
Clinical experience corresponds to the Horsemastership III lecture. Emphasis is placed on behavior evaluation and management, handling and basic training, including lunging, longlining, and presenting in-hand. Prereq: EQSC 120, 121, or permission. Coreq: EQSC 130.

EQSC 141 PRACTICUM - 1 hr
All majors are required to take three hours of practicum. Topics vary each quarter; check schedule of classes for topics. May be repeated for a maximum of five credits.

EQSC 250 TEACHING METHODS - 3 hrs
Lecture and laboratory.
This course is designed for the student who intends to teach riding and provides an in-depth study of the pupil, school horse, teaching techniques, business procedures, ethics and responsibilities, preventive medicine and farrier care. Students will observe and assist in the instruction of a riding class. Prereq: EQSC 130 and permission. Riding test may be required.

EQSC 260 TEACHING PRACTICUM I - 2 hrs
Students continue to observe the instructor in a scheduled equitation class. Students will take full responsibility and prepare lessons for supervised instruction of a small group of students for eight weeks. Prereq: EQSC 250

EQSC 270 TEACHING PRACTICUM II - 2 hrs
The same format will be followed as for Teaching Practicum I except that students will teach riders who are at a more advanced level. Prereq: EQSC 260; students who complete EQSC 270 will receive a rider instruction certificate.

EQSC 280 FARRIER SCIENCE I - 2 hrs
Lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience dealing with the anatomy and physiology of the foot and lower leg of the horse: bone structure, tendons, ligaments, innervation and circulation. Emphasis is on the internal anatomy of the foot as well as proper tools and shoe types. Prereq: L SC 103, 106, or 108, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 290 FARRIER SCIENCE II - 2 hrs
Lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience related to the correction of conformation and motion through corrective trimming. The student obtains both theoretical and practical experience for a comprehensive study of lameness and methods of correcting pathological conditions that arise from poor conformation. Students also study techniques of specialty shoeing for a variety of conditions. Prereq: EQSC 280 or permission of instructor.

EQSC 295 SYSTEMS COURSE I - 5 hrs
The 4 systems courses deal with the anatomy, physiology, associated diseases or disorders, diagnostic techniques, treatment and care, and prevention as they relate to each body system. The courses are designed to allow the student to attain a global perspective and understanding of the horse as a functioning unit made up of interrelated and interdependent body systems. Systems Course I covers the following areas: ophthalmology, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, hematology and immunology. Laboratory sessions include lessons in the application of ophthalmic medications, venipuncture, and administration of intramuscular injections and oral preparations.

EQSC 296 SYSTEMS COURSE II - 5 hrs
Systems Course II continues the study of the horse, by focusing on the gastrointestinal system, urinary system, and endocrinology. Especially emphasized are the many colic disorders that affect the horse. Laboratory sessions include dissection of the abdominal cavity, including the stomach, small intestine, cecum, large intestine, liver, and pancreas. In addition, the kidneys and bladder, and the reproductive tract of the mare and the stallion are dissected, in preparation for Systems Course III. Interested students may attend the annual four-day MidWest Veterinary Conference in February. Prereq: Equine Health Technology and Equine Facility Management majors: CHEM 110, L SC 108 and 109, EQSC 295, or permission; Preveterinary Medicine/Pregraduate Studies majors: L SC 101, 102, and 103, EQSC 295, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 301 SYSTEMS COURSE III - 5 hrs
This course focuses on the broodmare, stallion, and the foal. Included is information about natural breeding, artificial insemination, and recent developments in frozen semen use and embryo transfer. A field trip to Lexington, Kentucky includes visiting a leading breeding facility and equine veterinary hospital. Laboratory experiences include proper and safe cleaning of the sheath and external genitalia, semen collection, observation of reproductive ultrasonography, foal imprinting, and halter breaking. Students are required to participate on the Foalwatch Team, that annually foals out approximately 70 broodmares. Prereq: Equine Health Technology and Equine Facility Management majors: CHEM 110, L SC 108 and 109; EQSC 296, or permission; Preveterinary Medicine/Pregraduate Studies majors: L SC 101, 102, and 103; EQSC 296, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 302 SYSTEMS COURSE IV - 5 hrs
Systems Course IV focuses on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, and the integument. Laboratory exercises include fore and rear limb dissection, lameness evaluation, radiography, tendon ultrasonography, nuclear scintigraphy, and other advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. In the area of neurology, students learn to distinguish between lameness and neurologic deficits, and are exposed to many advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures used in neurology. Prereq: Equine Health Technology and Equine Facility Management majors: CHEM 110, L SC 108 and 109; EQSC 301, or permission; Preveterinary Medicine/Pregraduate Studies majors: L SC 101, 102, and 103; EQSC 301, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 311 EQUINE NUTRITION - 5 hrs
Lecture and laboratory.
An in-depth study of equine nutrition, including absorption, metabolism and feed sources of nutrients. Included are ration balancing, determining nutritive needs, the use of supplements, problems associated with feeds and feeding, and toxic plants. An introduction to exercise metabolism and feeding the equine athlete is also included. Prereq: EQSC 301; CHEM 110, or L SC 101, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 320 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND PROMOTION OF AN EQUINE FACILITY - 5 hrs
A study of business management practices as they commonly affect horse related businesses. Topics covered include cash flow management and preparation of financial statements including the use of financial software programs, business planning, insurance, employment issues and risk management as well as marketing and promotion of an equine related business. Prereq: EQSC 110, 120 and 130; MATH 115. Recommended: ACCT 200.

EQSC 330 EQUINE FACILITY DESIGN AND AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT - 3 hrs
Lecture and Laboratory
This course focuses on the design and management of equine facilities from the point of view of horse management and logistical efficiency. Topics covered include facility layout and construction options as affected by climate and regional custom, pasture and waste management from nutritional and environmental points of view, material options for both facility construction and ongoing operating supplies, equipment use and maintenance, storage and land use issues. Lab sessions include both hands on practice and field trips to area facilities. Prereq: EQSC 110, 120 and 130. Recommended: MATH 115, EQSC 311.

EQSC 341 SERVICE LEARNING - 1 hr
Students in Service Learning provide a program or a service to a group such as physically or mentally challenged riders, 4H groups, inner city children, or groups requiring knowledge of safe horse handling. Students will prepare a statement of goals, objectives, methods, and the material to be covered. Students will also maintain journals describing their experiences, and assessing their particular projects. Prereq: EQSC 110 and permission instructor.

EQSC 350 LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE EQUINE INDUSTRY - 5 hrs
Introduction to legal issues as they commonly affect the equine industry, as well as to basic legal research skills. Topics covered include purchase and sales law, personal injury and property damage liability, contracts, agency, employment issues, zoning and land use issues, environmental regulation, animal welfare regulation and sports governance by private associations. Prereq: Sophomore standing, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 390 INDEPENDENT STUDY - 1-5 hrs
Students may pursue a minor research project or continue with more advanced work in equine science department offerings. Prereq: EQSC 130, or permission of instructor.

EQSC 490 INTERNSHIP - 1-15 hrs
Students are encouraged to engage in internship experiences throughout their academic careers. Official application and internship contract development should start no later than the beginning of the quarter prior to registration for the internship. If a final internship is required, it must be undertaken when all other equine science courses have been completed. Prereq: Permission of instructor.