Food Science & Processing
Large Animal Science II
Spring 2013 Syllabus
TEACHER= Ms. SambsCLASS TIME = 2nd Hour
CLASS LENGTH = SemesterCREDITS = 0.5 credits towards graduation
E-MAIL = PHONE = 920.699.7325
HOURS TEACHER IS AVAILABLE for student work time: I am available during 3rdhour for extra help. I arrive at school by 7:15 a.m., and I may be available after school. Therefore, there are plenty of opportunities for you to get additional help. Please see me if you need to make other arrangements. As your teacher, I want you to do well in this class. If you need help, please ask!
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Interested in Large Animals, or thinking about a career in the animal industry? This class is for you! Come with us as we take an actual look into the animal’s body through classroom dissections. We will study the anatomy, behavior, production, health, and management of Beef, Dairy, Swine, Sheep, Horses, Goats, and Llamas. This hands-on class suits anyone with an appreciation for animals or pursuing a career with animals.
TEXTBOOK
Science of Animal Agriculture, 4th Edition
Handouts, electronic readings and pamphlets from various sources
MATERIALS NEEDED
You are required to bring necessary materials to class every day:
- Lab book/binder, folder, andnotebook
- Writing utensil (i.e. pencils)
COURSE CONTENT
A. Labs – will be conducted weekly and be directly related to classroom materials
B. Notes & Handouts – keep all notes and handouts in a folder or binder
C. Assignments – will be given periodically from a textbook, lab work and other sources.
D. Quizzes – may be given with or without notice and will vary from 10 to 50 points
E. Field Trips – will be included if they can be arranged
F. Speakers – from area businesses will be invited to class
G. Topics of Instruction
Animal Agriculture as a Science
Classification of Agricultural Animals
Animal Behavior
Animal Welfare
Scientific Selection of Animals
Careers in Animal Agriculture
Beef Industry
Dairy Industry
Swine Industry
Sheep Industry
Goat Industry
Horse Industry
Llama Industry
Meat Science
Animal Nutrition
Consumer Concerns
Topics of Interest
ATTENDANCE
Attendance will be monitored and discipline for tardiness will be enforced according to school rules. If you arenot in your assigned seat at the bell, you are tardy…you are accountable for your actions.
LATE WORK
Late work will be penalized 50% and is due the next day, or it will become a zero. The only exception will be for an excused absence, provided you have made arrangements with me.
If you are absent and the absence is excused, you will have two days to make up the missed work. If at the time of absence, no arrangements have been made the absence is unexcused. A zero will be recorded for that day’s assignment. No late assignments will be taken. Getting assignments that were missed while absent, is the responsibility of the student, not the teacher. Make sure you have everything taken care of by the end of the grading period so you aren’t shocked!
GRADING
Scores received from assignments, tests, quizzes, lab activities, as well as classroom participation and conduct will determine grades. Grades are determined as a percentage of the total points during the quarter and semester that you have earned.
2012-2013 Agriculture Grading Scale
99– 100A+
93– 98.99A
90– 92.99A-
87 – 89.99B+
83– 86.99B
80 – 82.99B-
77 – 79.99C+
73 – 76.99C
70 – 72.99C-
67 – 69.99D+
63 – 66.99D
60 – 62.99D-
0 – 59.99F
CLASS CONDUCT- RULES & EXPECTATIONS
See attached sheet for details of Class Conduct, Rules & Expectations. If a student chooses to break a rule, the following consequences will be enforced:
Level 1:Verbal Warning
Level 2:Before or after school detention
Severe disruption:SENT IMMEDIATELY TO THE OFFICE & YOUR PARENTS WILL BE CONTACTED