Agriculture

NOTE TO CAP ADVISORS: Students choosing the horticulture program should select the animal science program as their second choice on CAP forms or vice versa.

491140 Agricultural Science--HBHS

10, 11 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

This class introduces students to all agricultural programs of study. Heavy emphasis is on development of leadership skills such as parliamentary procedure and public speaking. Other topics of study are animal science, plant science, and FFA. All students are required to take this course before enrolling in any other agricultural course.

491280 Introduction to Horticulture Science--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Introduction to Horticulture will focus on plant identification, propagation, greenhouse management, and lots of hands-on activities. It will prepare students to move on to more advanced courses like Floriculture, Landscape and Greenhouse Management.

491270 Greenhouse Management--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Greenhouse Management will take up where Horticulture left off. Students will learn in detail the skills to operate a commercial greenhouse including how to order, plant, manage and market greenhouse plants.

491330 Nursery/Landscape--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 -1 semester, 1/2 credit

Nursery/Landscape will help students interested in a career in landscape design, installation, or maintenance, Students will learn the elements and principles of design work, as well as how to properly install and maintain landscape plants, edging, mulch, irrigation and much more.

491240 Floriculture--SHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Floriculture will help students learn the elements and principles of floral design. Students will learn to create their own floral designs using artificial, dry and cut flowers. Students will learn how to do corsage work, vase work, and floral foam container work in addition to work with dry and artificial materials.

491180 Animal Science--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Animal Science is a class that offers a brief introduction into companion animals, beef and dairy cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens. Students will learn basic procedures to care for these animals through a hands-on learning environment. This introductory level class is designed to help students find interest in animal science, and has no prerequisites.

491200 Biological Animal Science--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Biological Animal Science is a science based class that takes a closer look at the anatomy and physiology of animals. This class also includes the nutritional analysis and many laboratory exercises to cultivate understanding of biological processes. This is an excellent course for future veterinarians.

49101B Advanced Animal Science (Beef Science)--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Lab Fee: $5.00

Beef Science offers students a chance to identify and learn about over 30 breeds of beef cattle. Additionally, students will learn how to manage, feed, and care for beef cattle. Students will perform procedures on cattle, prepare beef products to eat, and design livestock facilities.

49101P Adv. Animal Science (Poultry Science)--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Lab Fee: $5.00

Poultry Science will allow students to understand the largest industry in Arkansas, the Poultry Industry. This class also introduces students to identification, selection, and management of poultry. This hands-on class will incubate and grow poultry within Animal Science lab at the school. Additionally, processing and marketing ideas will also be introduced.

49101E Adv. Animal Science (Equine Science)--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Lab Fee: $5.00

Equine Science is the study of horses. Students will learn to identify breeds, colors, and types of horses. This class also includes laboratory exercises where students will learn basic horse care, understand anatomy and physiology, and know how to select horses and different types of horse tack.

491020 Agricultural Apprenticeship/Work-Based Learning--SHS

12 - 1 year, 1 credit

This course provides for the work-based component of a supervised agriculture experience program with an agriculture employer. It provides the experiential learning concepts that are needed for successful employment. Teacher approval required.

    Agriculture Mechanics

491040 Agricultural Electricity--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Fee: $15 for supplies & safety glasses.

Students learn the principles of electricity and wiring systems, their relationships, and their applications to agriculture. Students also learn about electrical safety, recognize and use the tools and equipment of this occupation, learn Ohm’s Law and the basic theory of electricity, the uses of electricity and conductors, cables and devices, and wire circuits safely and correctly.

491350 Small Engine Technology--SHS, HBHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit

Fee: $15 for lab tools & safety glasses

The course covers technological skills in operating, maintaining, and repairing small gasoline engines as they are related to the agriculture industry. Students get a working knowledge of 2- and 4-cycle gasoline engines. Each student must supply his/her own Briggs & Stratton engine and is required to put the knowledge gained to use by completely tearing down the engine and reconstructing it. In the course of this reconstruction, the students perform various tests on the component parts.

49108A/49108B Agricultural Metals--SHS

10, 11, 12 - 1 year, 1 credit

Fee: $20 supplies and safety glasses

This includes compressed gas and electric principles used for welding, brazing, cutting, and heating metals as they relate to agriculture. The first semester includes the principles of oxyacetylene welding and arc welding. Identification of tools and equipment used in the welding trade, operation of equipment, and safety in both processes are included. The second semester includes more difficult welding and cutting skills. Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding are introduced.

Updated 02/13/08