MCCCD Program Description

Major: 3022
Effective Term: 2024 Fall

Award: AAS
Total Credits: 67-76
CIP Code: 01.0307

Instructional Council: Agriculture/Equine Science
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as:
45-2021.00 Animal Breeder (Horse Breeder, Stallion Manager)
45-1011.08 Equine Facility Manager
39-2011.00 Horse Trainer; Racetrack Outrider
39-2021.00 Horse Groomer; Horse Show Braider
27-2021.00 Professional Rider
27-4021.00 Equine Photographer

Upon completion of additional occupational or higher education programs, students may pursue a career as:
19-1011.00 Equine Scientist
19-1023.00 Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist
39-2021.00 Farrier; Equine Massage Therapist
27-2023.00 Horse Show Judge
29-2056.00 Horse Veterinary Technician
41-3021.00 Equine Insurance Agent
41-4011.00 Equine Product Sales and Marketing Representative
25-9021.00 Equine Extension Specialist
27-3022.00 Equine Journalist
25-2031.00 High School Equine Science Teacher
29-1131.00 Veterinarian
25-1041.00 Postsecondary Equine Science Teacher
33-3051.00 Mounted Police
33-3031.00 Fish and Game Wardens
19-1031.02 Land Management Supervisor

Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Equine Science degree is an innovative and balanced approach to learning, designed to prepare students for various careers in the equine industry. The program combines a broad-based curriculum of equine science classes with practical hands-on experiences. Students have the opportunity to work with renowned horse professionals while learning the skills and knowledge it takes to be a professional in the equine industry. The degree in Equine Science is also designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution. The degree requires the successful completion of General Education courses including but not limited to English, Math, Humanities, and Science. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Equine Science is also available.

Learning Outcomes
1. Implement safety protocols in the health, care, management, and handling of individual or groups of horses at various life stages according to industry standards. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 2. Apply equine related business, facilities, and event management best practices within the industry. (EQS130, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT263, PSY101) 3. Utilize emerging technologies for management, marketing, research, and communication. (BPC110, CIS105, EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110, MKT263, (CRE), PSY101, ASL+++++, SPA+++++, (COM), [FYC], [MA]) 4. Apply scientific knowledge, including health and disease, nutrition, reproduction, and anatomy and physiology, to critically evaluate the various components of equine management. (BPC110, CIS105, EQS120, EQS140, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, (CRE), PSY101, [MA], [SG], [SQ]) 5. Identify legal issues and safety standards within the equine industry. (BPC110, CIS105, EQS105, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110) 6. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with diverse populations on equine related subjects. (BPC110, CIS105, EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110, ASL+++++, SPA+++++, (COM), (CRE101), [FYC], [HU], [MA], PSY101) 7. Apply anatomical evaluation techniques to successfully manage serviceability of the equine based on form and function. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 8. Identify preventive protocols and rehabilitative modalities for continued equine health and performance. (EQS120, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 9. Practice industry accepted professional standards and ethical behavior as a steward for equine welfare. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS195, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110, (COM), (CRE), PSY101, [FYC])

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. Students interested in transferring to an Arizona public university can satisfy the relevant Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC-A) and transfer requirements by completing the following courses: An additional course with the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] general studies designation 3 An additional course with the Natural Science [SQ OR SG] designation 4 An additional course with the Social Behavioral [SB] designation 3

Required Courses

BPC110 Computer Usage and Applications (3) OR
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) 3

+ EQS105 Principles of Equine Science 3
+ EQS120 Equine Anatomy and Physiology 4
EQS130 Equine Business and Law 3
+ EQS140 Equine Behavior 3

+ EQS162 Equine and Stable Management I 3

+ EQS200 Principles of Equine Nutrition 3
+ EQS220 Equine Reproduction 3
+ EQS225 Equine Health and Disease Management 3
+ EQS250 Equine Evaluation 3
+ EQS264 Equine and Stable Management II 3
+ EQS275 Equine Lameness 4

+ EQS280 Equine Science Internship (3) OR
+ EQS285 Equine Science Practicum (2) 2-3

+ EQS283 Special Event Internship 1

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3

Credits: 42-45

Restricted Electives
ASL+++++ Any ASL American Sign Language course 4 + EQS195 Equine Therapies I 3 + EQS283 Special Event Internship 1 MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business 3 MKT110 Marketing and Social Networking 3 MKT263 Advertising Principles 3 SPA+++++ Any SPA Spanish language course 3	Credits: 3

General Electives
	Credits:

General Education Requirements

General Education Requirement	Credits: 22-28

General Education Core	Credits: 12-18

First-Year Composition	Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Oral Communication	Credits: 3
COM225 Public Speaking is recommended to meet industry standards. COM100 Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR COM110 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR + COM225 Public Speaking (3) OR COM230 Small Group Communication (3) 3

Critical Reading	Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment 0-3

Mathematics	Credits: 3-6
+ MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Any higher approved general education course in the mathematics area 3-6

General Education Distribution	Credits: 10

Humanities, Arts and Design	Credits: 3
Any approved general education course in the Humanities, Arts and Design area. 3

Social-Behavioral Sciences	Credits: 3
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3

Natural Sciences	Credits: 4
Any approved general education course from the Natural Sciences area. 4

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 27, 2024

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.