Course Description
Students will be exposed to equine science and technology principles which include genetics, anatomy,
physiology/nutrition, diseases, pests, and management practices. The scientific processes of
observation, measurement, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis, and application are
stressed. Career opportunities and educational preparation are examined. Learning activities are varied,
with classroom, laboratory, and field experiences emphasized.
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Core Standards of the Course
Standard 1
Students will develop an understanding of the role of FFA in Agricultural Education Programs.
Objective 3
Determine FFA degrees, awards, and Career Development Events.
- Explain the FFA degree areas.
- Identify the FFA proficiency awards.
- Identify various team and individual Career Development Events.
Standard 2
Students will understand the benefits of a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Program.
Objective 5
Implement SAE programs.
- Discuss the importance of keeping records on an SAE program.
- Explain the types of financial records needed to support a chosen SAE program.
- Identify standards to follow in keeping records on an SAE program.
Standard 8
Students will understand horse genetics.
Objective 1
Explore the fundamentals of genetics.
Objective 2
Investigate horse coat color and markings.
Objective 3
Explain the heritability of performance traits.
Standard 9
Students will explore horse reproductions and parturition.
Objective 1
Describe the physiology of the reproduction tracts of stallions and mares.
Objective 2
Summarize the estrus cycle and proper times to breed.
Objective 3
Describe proper horse gestation management.
Objective 4
Explore equine reproductive technology.
- Artificial insemination.
- Embryo transfer.
- Cloning.
Objective 5
Discuss proper care during pregnancy and parturition.
Objective 6
Describe the horse condition scoring system.
Standard 10
Students will study and utilize equine behavior training.
Objective 1
List and discuss horse behavioral categories.
Objective 2
Demonstrate safe handling of horses.
Objective 3
Explain imprinting.
Objective 4
Identify abnormal horse behavior (vices).
Objective 5
Discuss how to load and haul a horse and how to check the safety of a trailer.
Standard 11
Students will learn about equine facilities and equipment.
Objective 1
Identify, discuss, and describe the usage of Western and English tack.
Objective 2
Outline the transportation of horses.
Objective 3
Investigate horse facilities and fencing.
Objective 4
Discuss waste management.
Standard 12
Students will know how to evaluate and select a horse.
Objective 1
Summarize the consideration of purchasing a horse.
Objective 2
Recognize the ideal horse conformation characteristics.
Objective 3
Recognize conformation faults and predict potential unsoundness and/or lameness.
Objective 4
Present oral and written reasons in horse evaluation.
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