Animal Science
Course Guide
Lapeer County Education and Technology Center
Nadene Blakeley
Tammy Belavek
Debbie Thompson
Kristen Ball
Program/Instructor Mission
Our mission is to help each student believe in
themselves through building their self-esteem,
attitude and experience. We will enthusiastically
motivate each student to learn and show each one of
them that we truly care. Through their belief in
themselves, they will reach their highest potential and
achieve success in their lives.
Course Description
In this course we will study animal science past history, future
technology and current career opportunities. We will cover large
and small animals, companion animals and production livestock.
Six units will be covered from the “Agriscience: Fundamentals
and Applications” by Elmer L. Cooper.
Unit 26 – Animal Anatomy, Physiology and Nutrition
Unit 27 – Animal Health
Unit 28 – Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction
Unit 29 – Small Animal Care and Management
Unit 30 – Dairy and Livestock Management
Unit 31 – Horse Management
Students in this course will be expected to actively take part in
hands on activities handling animals, equipment and agricultural
materials. Students will also be expected to develop an approved
research project of their interest. The project will conclude with an
oral presentation and written documentation of their research.
Course Syllabus
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Introduction to Animal Science
a. Course description
b. Classroom rules
c. Student contracts
Animal Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition (Unit 26)
a. Nutrition in Human and Animal Health
b. Animal Anatomy and Physiology
c. Major Classes of Nutrients
d. Sources of Nutrients
e. Symptoms of Nutrient Deficiencies
f. Feed Additives
g. Composition of Feeds
h. Classification of Feed Materials
Animal Health (Unit 27)
a. Signs of Good and Poor Animal Health
b. Healthful Environments for Animals
c. Animal Diseases and Parasites
d. Preventing and Treating Animal Health Problems
e. Veterinary Services
Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction (Unit 28)
a. The Role of Breeding and Selection in Animal Improvement
b. Principles of Genetics
c. Reproductive Systems of Animals
d. Systems of Breeding
e. Methods of Breeding
f. Selection of Animals
Small Animal Care and Management (Unit 29)
a. Poultry
b. Rabbits
c. Honeybees and Apiculture
d. Pet Care and Management
Dairy and Livestock Management (Unit 30)
a. Dairy Cattle
b. Beef Cattle
c. Swine
d. Sheep
e. Goats
Horse Management (Unit 31)
a. Origin and History
b. Economic Importance
c. Types and Breeds
d. Riding Horses
e. Horse Safety Rules
f. Approved Practices for Horses
Course Procedures
1. Class: team discussion and lecture
2. Interaction among students and instructor
(Development of good work habits)
3. Laboratory time: implementing the skills learned
4. Evaluation (by both instructor and assistant)
5. Guest lectures and field trips
6. Completing assigned skills
7. Designing, implementing, maintaining, evaluating agriscience
research projects and showing initiative in working
DAILY CLASS SCHEDULE
1st Session (AM)
7:50 – 8:00
Complete assigned work
Question and Answer Period
Attendance and Announcements
8:00 – 9:50
Work on assigned skills and activities
9:50 – 10:00
Clean-up projects
10:00 – 10:20 Clean-up jobs, review, daily logs.
No standing by the doors.
2nd Session (PM)
11:20 – 11:30 Complete assigned work
Question and Answer Period
Attendance and Announcements
11:30 – 1:20
Work on assigned skills and activities
1:20 – 1:30
Clean-up projects
1:30 – 1:50
Clean-up jobs, review, daily logs.
No standing by the doors.
Evaluation/Grading
The Lapeer County Vo-Tech Center has a different grading system (see Student
Progress Report). Students will be evaluated based on technical knowledge and work
skills. This grade will be based on the instructor and assistant’s evaluation of assigned
projects, classroom behavior, and work skills. The following is a list of how grades will
be given:
Technical Knowledge (TK)
(1/3 of total grade)
Written & oral assignments
Quizzes
Tests
% of TK Grade
25%
25%
50%
All technical knowledge work will be graded using the following scale. Students
will be allowed to re-take tests and quizzes after school with grades below 70%.
90% - 100%
80% - 90%
70% - 80%
60% - 70%
0% - 60%
Outstanding
Very Good
Acceptable
Needs Improvement D
Not Acceptable
A
B
C
E
Work Habits/Work Skills
Daily Point System
90% - 100%
80% - 90%
70% - 80%
60% - 70%
0% - 60%
(2/3 of total grade)
Outstanding
Very Good
Acceptable
Needs Improvement D
Not Acceptable
A
B
C
E
All grades will be put on computer and the student will receive their progress
report in the middle of each marking period and at the end. Each day student will
perform skills and activities that can only be completed at school. Students with more
than 7 absences in a semester will not receive a grade without make-up time before or
after school to complete skills and activities missed.
The instructor or the assistant will evaluate each student’s performance on a daily or
weekly basis by using the Daily Point Grading System. Students are to participate in a
team and cooperate. Each evaluation will reflect their team working skills and work
habits. Students will also be expected to complete a set amount of skills that will be
evaluated by the instructor or assistant.
Classroom Rules
Be Respectful:
Respect others (instructors, students, staff, and visitors)
Respect all (equipment, supplies, materials, and facilities)
Respect yourself
Be Prepared:
Come to class and be willing to participate with an open mind
Dress appropriate for work and outside weather
Bring necessary materials (paper, book/notebook, and pencils)
Replacement cost is $5.00 for notebooks and $45.00 for textbooks
Be Safe:
Pay attention and follow specific safety instructions for each activity
Shoes worn at all times, no horseplay
Clean-up is everyone’s responsibility
Clean up after yourself!!
Everyone will be assigned a daily clean up job
Be In Class - (attendance):
If you miss more than seven days (excused or unexcused):
You do not receive a grade without make-up time and work
Contracts with student will be made to make-up time
Class requirements must be made up with in 10 school days
After 10 days, no credit will be given for missed requirements
Tardy for class will be documented and points taken from daily grade
Three tardies in this class equals one absence
Expect enforcement:
Violation of any rules will be dealt with at discretion of instructor
Any violation is grounds for disciplinary action and/or loss of points
Students are expected to follow rules outlined in the Lapeer
County Education and Technology Center Student Handbook
Classroom Rules Signature Page
Student’s Name: _______________________________________
I have read, understand and plan to abide by all rules stated above.
I understand that if I violate any of these rules, punishment will be
enforced at discretion of the instructor.
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Student’s Signature
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Date
Parents:
I have read and discussed these rules with my son/daughter. We
understand all aspects of these rules. I plan to do my best to help
my son/daughter abide by these rules. I understand that if he/she
violates any rules, he/she will be punished accordingly.
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Parent’s Signature
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Date