COURSES
ADVANCED ANIMAL SCIENCE
This class concentrates on the practical application of science based principles of food and animal production. Subjects taught include: breeds of animals, animal reproduction, animal nutrition, animal products, food science, animal health, parturition, small animal management, animal selection, record keeping, and agriculture leadership. Livestock Evaluation will be taught.
AGRICULTURE BUSINESS
This course is designed for students interested in money management and profit maximizing principles. Instruction includes cost analysis, budgets, supply and demand, investment analysis, income tax management, marketing and sales. Students will also learn proper techniques for filling out resumes, applying and interviewing for jobs. Students will also learn to prepare and make a sales presentation. Students will maintain their personal record book on their Supervised Agriculture Experience Program (SAEP) along with FFA leadership.
AGRICULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS
This course will be based on agriculture communications and how to effectively inform the public of the importance of agriculture as well as how to present timely information to the public. Discussion of communication theory, photographic journalism, business writing, resumes, journalistic writing, broadcast media, graphic design, creating presentations, delivering presentations and parliamentary procedure will be covered. Methods of presentation will include lecture, class discussion and multimedia. Authentic products will be published and communicated.
AG. CONSTRUCTION I & II
This hands-on course is designed to teach students the basics of metal fabrication. Large lab projects will be constructed using advanced agriculture mechanics skills. Students will learn power tool usage, Arc welding, MIG welding, oxy acetylene cutting, as well as planning and fabrication of projects. FFA leadership is also an important component to this course. Students will maintain their personal record book on their Supervised Agriculture Experience Program (SAEP).
AG. MECHANICS I & II
This course includes the completion of large lab projects using advanced agriculture construction skills like electrical wiring, plumbing, concrete and masonry, and woodworking. Students learn safe power tool usage, construction planning, and fabrication processes. Maintenance of small gas engines is also covered. Students will conduct a Supervised Agriculture Experience Program (SAEP), along with continuing FFA leadership training.
AG. SCIENCE 1
This motivating course introduces first year agriculture students to the basics of agriculture. Instruction will include animal production of swine, dairy, beef and poultry. Instruction also includes animal nutrition, animal selection and animal breeding. Students will be introduced to careers in agriculture, leadership skills offered through FFA, including their “Supervised Agriculture Experience” projects (SAEP) and the importance of record keeping. FFA will be an exciting component of this agriculture class.
AG. SCIENCE 2
This course is for second year agriculture students. Students will receive instruction on soil science, plant science, forestry, entomology, and introduction to agriculture mechanics. Students will also receive instruction on parliamentary procedure, written and verbal communication skills, while keeping accurate records on their Supervised Agriculture Experience Projects (SAEP). Like all agriculture classes, FFA is a strong component of this agriculture class.
FOOD SCIENCE
This course includes the areas of food chemistry and nutrition, food additives, food packaging and labeling, evaluation of foods, food microbiology, food processing, food fermentation, principles of sanitation and quality control.
INTRO TO WELDING/SMALL GAS ENGINES
This first semester of this course is an introduction to basic skills necessary to become a welder including oxy-fuel cutting, GMAW (gas metal arc welding), and SMAW on plate. In addition, students will learn weld symbol interpretation and safety. During the second semester, students will develop skills in the maintenance, repair, adjustment, and overhaul of small engines. Time permitting, other processes may be explored.
GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT I & II
Students will receive instruction on plant and flower identification and growth of plants commonly grown in Missouri greenhouses. Units of study include plant growth and development, plant propagation, greenhouse management, growing techniques, insect identification, and careers in the horticulture industry. Students will also participate in the Supervised Agriculture Experience Program (SAEP) and FFA leadership
VET SCIENCE
This class offers students the opportunity to continue more in-depth with hands-on practical experiences within the world of veterinary sciences and medicine. Topics included within this class will include Animal Physiology/Anatomy, Animal Welfare, Animal Health, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Breeds, Veterinary Records, and Veterinary Clinical Services. Moreover, in this class we will be conducting hands-on veterinary skills, utilizing various veterinary equipment, along with facilitating practical animal agriculture vaccinations and routine care to various species. Finally, if time permits, we will also tour various colleges and universities that offer animal science and veterinary science programs, and observe diverse careers in animal systems.