| Agricultural and Resource Economics (SARE) |
| 050.
Principles of Agricultural and Resource Economics
Either semester. Three credits. Taught concurrently with ARE 150.
An introduction to agricultural economics, the role of agriculture in
today's United States economic system, and relationships that regulate
the entire economic environment. |
| 060. Agribusiness Management
Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: SARE 050.
Covers concepts and techniques essential in managing an agribusiness
firm. Topics include: finance, production planning, marketing, and personnel
management. |
| 098. Special Topics
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent
of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Total
credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined
in Ratcliffe Hicks Section. |
| 099. Independent Study
Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Consent
of instructor required. Students are advised to read the Ratcliffe Hicks
School regulation limiting the number of credits which may be applied toward
graduation.
An independent study project is mutually arranged between a student
and an instructor. |
| Agriculture (SAAG) |
| 001. Introduction
to Computer Use
(Formerly offered as SAME 001.) Either semester. Three credits. Two
class periods and one 2-hour laboratory period.
Use of computers for solving problems and accessing information. Includes
word-processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software. |
| 016. Introduction
to Agricultural Mechanics
Either semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour laboratory.
Small gas engines, welding and other applications of agricultural equipment
in animal science and horticultural operations. |
| 050. Freshman Seminar
First semester. One credit.
A course designed to assist incoming students in adjusting to college
and improving their academic performance. Freshmen will learn about university
resources and facilities, and strategies relating to study skills, problem
solving, time management, and setting and achieving academic and personal
goals. |
| 090. Applied Mathematics
First semester. Three credits. Not open to students who have passed
the RHSA math proficiency test.
Practical applications of mathematical principles to problems most likely
to be encountered in course work and after graduation. Topics to be included
are: Basic arithmetic, percentages, ratios, fraction to decimal conversions
and simple algebra. The use of graphs in the metric (SI) system will be
covered. This course is required for all RHSA students except those who
received exemption by exam. |
| 091. Tech Prep
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Total credits not
to exceed 12. Open only to students enrolled in the Agricultural Education
Tech Prep program. Students taking this course will
be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). May
be repeated for credit up to a total of 12 credits.
Topics and credits are established through pre-approved articulation
agreements. |
| 098. Special Topics
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent
of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. |
| 099. Independent Study
Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Consent
of instructor required. Course may be repeated for credit. Total credits
allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined in Ratcliffe
Hicks Section.
An independent study project is mutually arranged between a student
and an instructor. |
| Animal Science (SAAS) |
| 004-005.
Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals
Both semesters. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Dinger, Hoagland
A study of the anatomy and physiology of the animal body including characteristics
that impact animal production systems. The physiology of reproduction and
digestion will receive emphasis. Management practices and techniques used
to maximize production efficiency will be included. |
| 006. Nutrition
and Feeding of Livestock
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Andrew
This course covers the basic nutrients present in feeds and their breakdown
and use by animals. Methods of describing the nutritive value and properties
of commonly used feedstuffs are discussed. Nutritive requirements, ration
formulations, and feeding problems and practices are covered. |
| 007. Animal Breeding
and Genetics
Second semester. Three credits. Two-hour class period and 2-hour discussion
and practice period. Hoagland
The principles of genetics, chemistry of nucleic acids, replication,
transcription, translation and regulation of genes, population and quantitative
genetics, and modern molecular genetic approaches as tools for breeding,
and improving livestock production. |
| 020. Introduction
to Animal Science
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour discussion
or laboratory period. Taught concurrently with ANSC 120. Darre
The biological, physical and social factors that influence animal production
and utilization. |
| 025.
Behavior and Training of Domestic Animals
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory.
Taught concurrently with ANSC 125. Darre
Application of behavior of cattle, horses, sheep, goats, swine, and
poultry to their management, training, and welfare. Basic principles of
genetics and physiology of behavior, perception, training, learning, motivation,
and stress with consideration of integrated behavioral management and animal
welfare. |
| 027. Introduction
to Companion Animals
Second semester. Three credits. Taught concurrently with ANSC 127.
Basic concepts of the nutrition, physiology, health and management of
companion animals. |
| 035. Horse Production
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Dinger
This course entails the appraisal, structure, use, and management of
light horses. |
| 036. Light
Horse Training and Management
First semester. Two credits. One class period and one 3-hour laboratory
period. Prerequisite: SAAS 035. Callahan
The course includes instruction in the breaking and training of young
horses. |
| 037. Methods
of Equitation Instruction
Second semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour laboratory
or discussion period. Taught concurrently with ANSC 237. Consent of instructor
required. Callahan
The techniques and procedures of teaching equitation including the theories
of riding and teaching methods. Practice teaching will be required under
the supervision of the instructor. |
| 038. Management
of the Horse Breeding Farm
Second semester. Three credits. One class period and two 2-hour laboratory
or discussion periods. Recommended preparation: SAAS 035. Dinger
This course is designed to develop technical and managerial skills necessary
for operating horse farms. Programs for herd health, hoof care, nutrition,
breeding, foaling and record keeping will be included. |
| 040. Animal Products
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 3-hour laboratory
period. Faustman
An introduction to meat, dairy and poultry products. Issues concerning
regulatory standards, nutritive value, safety and quality assessment will
be emphasized. Laboratories will emphasize the production and processing
of these animal food products. Field trips may be required. |
| 052. Introduction
to Poultry Industry
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Darre
A practical application of scientific principles in the poultry industry.
It will include classification, selection methods, breeding, incubation
and chick development, brooding, nutrient requirements, processing and
management practices. |
| 064.
Management Skills and Practices - Beef Cattle
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 065.
Management Skills and Practices - Dairy Cattle
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Kazmer
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 066.
Management Skills and Practices - Horses
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Bennett
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 067.
Management Skills and Practices - Poultry
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Darre
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 068.
Management Skills and Practices - Sheep
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Hoagland
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 069.
Management Skills and Practices - Swine
Either semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated once
for credit. Students taking this course will be assigned
a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working
in the University facilities under supervision. |
| 070. Livestock Production
First semester. Four credits. Three class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Taught concurrently with ANSC 277WC. Offered in odd-numbered years.
Hoagland
Biological and economic aspects of beef, sheep, and swine production.
Field trips required. |
| 076. Dairy Herd Management
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Taught concurrently with ANSC 275. Kazmer
This course is concerned with the biological and economical aspects
of commercial milk production, including: milking, sanitation, nutrition,
record keeping, and the physiology and anatomy of milk secretion. |
| 077. Applied Dairy
Herd Management
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Kazmer
The organization and management of dairy farms with emphasis upon business
and economic decision making. Management programs in the areas of nutrition,
disease control, waste management, selection, reproduction and milking
will be evaluated. Field trips are required. |
| 081. Horse Selection
and Evaluation
Second semester. Two credits. One 4-hour laboratory or discussion period.
Taught concurrently with ANSC 281. Consent of instructor required. Bennett
Comparative evaluation, classification and selection of horses according
to conformation, breed characteristics and performance. Judging skills
including justification of placing through presentation of oral reasons
will be developed. Field trips required. |
| 083. Livestock
and Carcass Evaluation
Second semester. Two credits. Two 2-hour laboratory periods. Taught
concurrently with ANSC 283.
Classification, form to function relationships, grades and value differences
of livestock are included. Objective and subjective methods of appraisal
are used to evaluate beef cattle, sheep and swine. |
| 088. Advanced
Animal and Product Evaluation
First semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. Taught concurrently
with ANSC 288. May be repeated for credit once. Consent of instructor required.
Intensive training in the evaluation of selected species of farm animals
or their products. Type standards and the relation of anatomical features
to physiological function are emphasized. Evaluation skills including justification
of decisions will be developed. Students enrolled in this course will have
the option to participate on intercollegiate animal and product evaluation
teams. Field trips are required, some of which may occur prior to the start
of the semester. |
| 094. Seminar
Second semester. One credit. One 2-hour discussion period. Zinn
A discussion of current employment opportunities in animal agriculture.
In addition, students will prepare resumes and give oral presentations. |
| 096. Professional Internship
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only for third
semester students with consent of instructor and Department Head. Total
credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined
in Ratcliffe Hicks Section. Students taking this
course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Andrew,
Darre |
| 098. Special Topics
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with
consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic.
Total credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as
outlined in Ratcliffe Hicks section. Contact Department Main Office for
list of current topics and instructors. |
| 099. Independent Study
Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Consent
of instructor required. Students are advised to read the Ratcliffe Hicks
regulation limiting the number of credits which may be applied to the minimum
graduation requirements.
An independent study project is mutually arranged between a student
and an instructor. |
| Plant Science (SAPL) |
| 003. Introduction
to Plant Science
First semester. Four credits. Three class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Gaxiola.
A general course designed to give students a broad view of the field
of horticulture as well as a working knowledge of the fundamentals of plant
growth. |
| 017. Vegetable Production
First semester. Four credits. Three class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Berkowitz
A general course dealing with the fundamentals of vegetable gardening
and production. Lectures cover modern methods of culture and their influence
on food quality. Selected vegetable crops are grown by students. |
| 019.
Principles of Turfgrass Irrigation Systems
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory.
Taught concurrently with PLSC 219. Rackliffe
Turfgrass irrigation systems, principles of hydraulics, irrigation components,
design, installation and repair. Students will design irrigation
systems for various turf areas. Field trips and fieldwork will be
required. |
| 020.
Professional Development for Turfgrass Industries
Second semester. Two credits. Two hour class periods. Taught jointly
with PLSC 220. Not open for credit to graduate students. Rackliffe
Topics include human resource information, communication skills, turfgrass
pesticide laws and compliance, labor laws and compliance, bid specifications,
resume writing, interviewing, golf course management structures, business
ethics, and benefits of professional association membership. Guest lecturers
include industry professionals and representatives. |
| 022. Introduction
to Soil Science
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
exercise or field trip. Schulthess
Physical and chemical properties of soils; nature and use of fertilizer
and lime materials; management of soils for crop production including soil
testing, tillage and fertilization practices, and conservation practices. |
| 023. Turfgrass Pests
and Control
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory.
Taught jointly with PLSC 223. Rackliffe
Turfgrass weed, insect, disease and vertebrate identification and control.
Emphasis on biological controls and IPM. Field trips required. |
| 024. Turfgrass Management
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Taught concurrently with PLSC 124. Guillard
An overview of turfgrass adaptation, selection, and management. Topics
include turfgrass growth, physiology, soil interactions, weeds and diseases
morphology and identification establishment, and maintenance. Cultural
system practices for lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and other turf
areas. |
| 025. Greenhouse Operations
First semester. Four credits. Three class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Field trips required. Elliott
Introduction to greenhouse systems with emphasis on structures, environmental
control, root media, irrigation and fertilization, and pest control, in
relation to requirements for plant growth and crop production. Laboratories
provide experience in crop production. |
| 026. Greenhouse
Crop Production I
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Field trips required. Prerequisite: SAPL 025 . Taught jointly
with PLSC 226. Elliott
Environmental and cultural requirements and scheduling of major greenhouse
crops, exclusive of edible produce. Emphasis on cut flowers and flowering
potted plants and bedding and garden plants produced for spring and eary
summer markets. Laboratories provide experience in crop production. |
| 029. Forage Crops
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period.
A course on the principles of producing and utilizing pasture, hay and
silage crops for forage. Emphasis will be placed on environmental, soil
and economic factors in forage production. Details of varietal selection,
seeding methods, fertilization, cutting management, pest control, and storage
will be discussed for each of the major grass and legume species used in
the northeast. |
| 030. Floral Art
Either semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour studio
period. Taught concurrently with PLSC 230.
The study of flower arrangement as an art form with emphasis on historical
background, artistic principles, color harmony, and care of perishable
media. Individual expression is encouraged in the creation of floral composition. |
| 031. Herbaceous
Ornamental Plants
Second semester. Three credits. Taught jointly with PLSC 231.
Identification, nomenclature and culture of over 160 Herbaceous perennials,
biennials, annuals and bulbous plants. Live plants and visual presentation
are used to highlight plant characteristics and morphology. Lectures include
discussions of organic growing, composting, plant morphology, trough and
container gardens, and underground storage structure. Field trips to retail
and wholesale businesses are a part of this class. |
| 035. Advanced Floral Design
Second semester. Two credits. One class period and one 2-hour studio
period. Prerequisite SAPL 030. Taught concurrently with PLSC 235.
In-depth study of post-harvest requirements for specialized floral crops.
Exposure to novel floral materials and abstract, tribute, high-style, and
wedding designs. Retail price structuring, wire services, and mass-production
concepts. |
| 041. Plant Pest Control
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period.
A practical survey of practices used for insect, disease and weed pests
of turf, flowers, shrubs, trees and food crops. Consideration will be given
to quarantine, mechanical, biological and chemical means of control. Field
trips may be required. |
| 042. Integrated Pest
Management
Second semester. Three credits. Three class periods. Prerequisite: SAPL
023 or 041. Legrand
An overview of integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, from development
to implementation, with horticultural crops. |
| 045. Landscape Plant
Maintenance
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory.
Field trips required. Taught jointly with PLSC 245. Elliot
Planting, establishment and maintenance of woody and herbaceous plants
in built and managed environments. Plant structural and functional requirements.
Preserving and protecting established plants. Soil conditions and modification.
Influence of climate and modification of microclimate. Plant selection.
Pruning, mulching, water and irrigation, nutrition and fertilization, plant
health care and other horticultural practices. |
| 046. Fruit Production
Second semester. Three credits.
A practical course in fruit production, including information for home
fruit growing. Particular emphasis is directed toward the culture of apples,
peaches, pears, blueberries, grapes, raspberries and strawberries. |
| 047. Fruit Production
- Laboratory
Second semester. Two credits. Two 2-hour laboratory periods. Prerequisite:
SAPL
046, which may be taken concurrently.
A practical laboratory in the techniques and methods of fruit production
and pruning of fruit crops. Emphasis is directed towards apples, peaches,
pears, blueberries, grapes and raspberries. Field trips are required. |
| 059.
Evaluating and Staging Horticultural Materials
First semester. One credit. Hours by arrangement. Open only with consent
of instructor. This course may be repeated once for credit. Brand
Organization and staging of horticultural exhibits and contests suitable
for fairs, garden clubs, and community projects. |
| 060. Nursery Maintenance
First semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period.
A consideration of the culture, care and maintenance of shade trees
and nursery stock. Laboratory periods will be devoted to planting, pruning
and maintenance of shade trees and nursery material. At least one field
trip will be required. |
| 062. Plant Propagation
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Brand
The study of methods used to reproduce agricultural and horticultural
crops. Discussion will emphasize sexual and asexual propagation techniques.
Field trips are required. |
| 066. Plant
Materials, Evergreen Plants
Second semester. Three credits. Two class periods and one 2-hour laboratory
period. Corbett
Trees, shrubs and vines will be studied. Lectures will be devoted to
the characteristics, ornamental value and selection of evergreen plants.
Laboratory periods will be devoted to identification. |
| 067. Plant
Materials, Non-Evergreen Plants
First semester. Three credits. One class period and two 2-hour laboratory
periods. Prerequisite: SAPL 066. Corbett
Trees, shrubs and vines will be studied. Lectures will be devoted to
the characteristics, ornamental value and selection of non-evergreen plants.
Laboratory periods will be devoted to identification. |
| 069. Landscape
and Planting Design
Second semester. Four credits. Two class periods and two 2-hour laboratory
periods. Prerequisite: SAPL 066,
067 and 031, which may be taken concurrently.
Corbett
The principles and techniques of landscaping the home grounds to include
site analysis, drawing techniques, selections of materials, and selecting
plants to fit the design. |
| 071. Horticultural Retailing
First semester. Three credits. Taught concurrently with PLSC 244.
A discussion of the principles of retailing as applied to the sale of
horticultural crops. Emphasis is given to planning, customer preference,
competition, merchandising, pricing and inventory as they apply to landscaping,
flower shop and garden center management. |
| 074.
Horticulture Production Practicum - Nursery
Second semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: SAPL
060. Consent of instructor. Students taking this
course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Corbett
Students will be responsible for planning, producing, and marketing
a nursery crop. Students may use private facilities or the Ratcliffe Hicks
C.R. Burr Teaching Nursery. |
| 075.
Horticulture Production Practicum - Vegetables
Second semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: SAPL
017. Consent of instructor. Students taking this
course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
Students will be responsible for planning, producing, and marketing
a vegetable crop on a commercial scale. Requires the availability of private
production facilities. |
| 083. Golf Course Management
Second semester. Three credits. Three class periods. Taught jointly
with PLSC 283. Rackliffe.
Discussion of the specialized field of golf course management. Topics:
cultural techniques including soil aeration, topdressing, mowing, and thatch
removal; grass or species selection, fertilization, irrigation, personnel,
golf course pest management and equipment and inventory management. Field
trips required. |
| 084. Golf Course Design
First semester. Two credits. Two class periods. Taught jointly with
PLSC
284. Guillard, Miniutti
Introduction to golf course design theory, planning, and layout. Putting
green and tee construction methods. Turfgrass species and cultivar selection
for the golf course. Expertise and experience of departmental faculty and
staff, independent and commercial consultants and designers, and golf course
superintendents will be utilized. Field trips required. |
| 086. Pesticide
Safety and Management
Second semester. Two credits. Two class periods. Taught jointly with
PLSC
286. Bartholomew
Pesticide application equipment, pesticide safety and toxicity, equipment
calibration, pesticide poisoning, first aid and crop worker protection
standards. Managing the use of pesticides to increase safety to applicators
and the environment as well as increasing pest management effectiveness
utilizing principles of IPM. |
| 087. Internship
Either semester or summer. One to 6 credits. Hours by arrangement. Open
to qualified students with consent of advisor and Department Head. This
course may be repeated provided that the sum total of credits does not
exceed six.
Students will work with professionals in an area of their interest.
Written reports, daily logs, and/or evaluations by professional supervisors
may be required. |
| 098. Special Topics
Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent
of instructor. May be repeated for credit with a change of topic. Total
credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined
in Ratcliffe Hicks Section. |
| 099. Independent Study
Either or both semesters. Credits and hours by arrangement. Consent
of instructor required. Course may be repeated for credit. Total credits
allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined in Ratcliffe
Hicks Section.
An independent study project is mutually arranged between a student
and an instructor. |