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Livestock Production
Mrs. Hannah Poole
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(2)
In this 12 week course, students will explore the livestock industry, anatomy, physiology, feeding and nutrition, animal breeding and more!
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
Welcome all future farmers, ranchers or students looking for a new and exciting topic to study! TEACHER OFFICE HOURS: Monday- Thursday 6:00am-9:00pm CST Friday 6:00am-3:00pm CST PLEASE direct message me if these times do not fit into your schedule! I can adjust accordingly. Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems. This course is a systematic program of...
9 units//12 lessons//12 Weeks
Unit 1Overview of the Livestock IndustryOverview of the Livestock Industry2 lessons2 WeeksWeek 1Lesson 1Domestication of livestock & career opportunities in animal scienceWe will discuss domestication the importance of livestock and career opportunities in animal science.Week 2Lesson 2Livestock safety and the environmentWe will discuss safety in livestock production and livestock in the environment.Unit 2Anatomy, Physiology, Feeding and NutritionAnatomy, Physiology, Feeding and Nutrition2 lessons2 WeeksWeek 3Lesson 3Anatomy and physiologyWe will discuss the anatomy and physiology of species of livestock.Week 4Lesson 4Feeding and NutritionWe will discuss nutrition, feed additives, and hormone implants.Unit 3Animal BreedingAnimal Breeding2 lessons2 WeeksWeek 5Lesson 5Genetics and animal reproductionWe will discuss genetics and animal reproduction.Week 6Lesson 6Animal breeding systemsWe will discuss animal breeding systems.Unit 4Beef CattleBeef Cattle1 lesson1 WeekWeek 7Lesson 7Beef cattle- We will discuss cattle breeds and basic judging techniques. - We will discuss the feeding and management of a cow/calf herd, diseases, parasites, housing, and equipment of beef cattle.Unit 5SwineSwine1 lesson1 WeekWeek 8Lesson 8Swine- We will discuss swine breeds and basic judging techniques. - We will discuss the feeding and management of swine, diseases, parasites, housing, and equipment used for swine.Unit 6Sheep and GoatsSheep and Goats1 lesson1 WeekWeek 9Lesson 9Sheep and goats- We will discuss sheep and goat breeds and basic judging techniques. - We will discuss the feeding and management of swine, diseases, parasites, housing, and equipment used for sheep and goats.Unit 7HorsesHorses1 lesson1 WeekWeek 10Lesson 10Horses- We will discuss horse breeds and judging techniques. - We will discuss the feeding and management of horses, diseases, parasites, housing, and equipment used for horses.Unit 8Dairy CattleDairy Cattle1 lesson1 WeekWeek 11Lesson 11Dairy cattle- We will discuss dairy cattle breeds and judging techniques. - We will discuss the feeding and management of dairy cattle, diseases, parasites, housing, and equipment used for dairy cattle.Unit 9Alternative AnimalsAlternative Animals1 lesson1 WeekWeek 12Lesson 12Alternative animalsWe will discuss alternative animals.
- Livestock production
- Livestock judging
- Marketing
I have worked in veterinary medicine for over 10 years in a general practice veterinary hospital. I have worked with both livestock and companion animals in the workplace as well as managing a herd of registered Charolais and Red Angus cattle. I have a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education- Biological sciences and I am currently obtaining a masters degree in veterinary clinical care.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Quizzes with 15-20 questions weekly. Students will be offered a note-taking guide for each unit that can be used with the assignments.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: "Class roundup" with 3-5 verbal questions asked by the teacher, to encourage group discussion in the last 5-10 minutes of class.Grading
Frequency: includedDetails: Competency based (pass, approaching competence) Certificate of completion given to everyone who attends all classes (or arrange a makeup day for classes missed)
Printed note taking guides Printed homework assignments TEXTBOOK NOT REQUIRED
Textbook used- Modern Livestock and Poultry Production NOT REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS
Joined December, 2023
5.0
2reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I operate a cattle ranch with 100 head of registered Red Angus and Charolais cattle. I have worked in veterinary medicine for 10 years, I have a bachelors degree in Secondary Education- biological sciences, and planning to obtain a masters degree...
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Group Class
$18
weekly or $216 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-12 learners per class
