Page 139 of Cochise College 2005-2006 Catalog by Cochise College Arizona

138 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AJS 296 FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ADVANCED PRACTICUM, II (4) Prerequisite(s): AJS 295 and current employment by a federal law enforcement agency. An advanced study of law enforcement policies and procedures essential to optimal performance as a federal law enforcement agent. Includes an in-depth study and practical application of reasonable suspicion/probable cause, search and seizure, elements of effective criminal prosecution, building relationships with other law enforcement agencies, vehicle pursuit tactics, material witness processing, community relations, and professional ethics. 3 hours lecture; 3 hours lab/demonstration/practical application. Agriculture AGR 101 PRINCIPLES OF VETERINARY SCIENCE (3) Prerequisite(s): None. An introduction to the veterinary sciences for potential preveterinary students as well as those students of animal science or husbandry interested in the care and health of all domestic animals and livestock. 3 hours lecture. AGR 102 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE (3) Prerequisite(s): None. An introductory class involving the overall concepts of agriculture. This class introduces the theoretical basis of agriculture in order that the student may better select career options. 3 hours lecture. AGR 104 PRINCIPLES OF AGRONOMY (3) Prerequisite(s): None. This course deals with principles of field crop production with special emphasis on origin, distribution, cultural practices and improvements. 3 hours lecture. AGR 105 RANGE MANAGEMENT (3) Prerequisite(s): None. A study of the history of rangeland use, the influences of use on plant physiology and ecology, and the interrelationships and coordination of rangeland uses for farm and ranch managers interested in plants, soils, and livestock. 3 hours lecture. AGR 107 FARRIER SCIENCE (3) Prerequisite(s): None. A study of the basic principles of farrier science, including an introduction to the physiology and anatomy of the horses legs and hooves, horse shoeing, diagnosis of minor hoof and leg problems and proper methods for correcting stride and alignment. 1 hour lecture; 3 hours laboratory. AGR 138 TEAM ROPING (3) Prerequisite(s): None. This course will provide an opportunity for students to participate for pleasure and for later competition in rodeo team roping. 2 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. AGR 139 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP (3) Prerequisite(s): None. A course enabling students who now own or intend to buy a pleasure horse to handle and care for the animal in the western tradition; how to handle a western saddle, how to select appropriate equipment, how to evaluate a pleasure horse before purchasing, and how to provide for the general well-being of the animal. 2 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory. * Indicates laboratory or studio fees Indicates course may be offered online

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