Management of the Equine Environment
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Registration is now closed! Next course offering Winter 2013
Semester: Fall 2012
Additional Offerings: Fall 2013
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Start Date: September 10, 2012
End Date: December 02, 2012
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Outcome
Credit Towards a Diploma
Location
Online
Program Website
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Type
Continuing Education
Scheduling
12 Weeks
There are no set times you must be online each week. It is recommended you visit the course site at least 3 times a week.
Tuition Fees
$549.00 Regular Tuition Fee
Description
An introduction to many of the important aspects
of running a horse-housing establishment. Good management of the equine environment will provide a safe, efficient and healthy environment for the horses in your care. Management of the Equine Environment provides you with access to the latest research and helps you immediately apply what you learn in a practical way to your situation.
This course is entirely online, so travel to the University of Guelph is NOT required.
Management of the Equine Environment is a core course in the Equine Science Certificate, Certificate in Equine Business Management, and Diploma in Equine Studies programs.
For details about these programs, please see the program websites.
Designed For
those looking to increase their understanding of the horse
advance their careers in the equine industry and
expand their knowledge and skills in the area of equine science.
Objectives
In this course you will learn how to:
Assess the management practices of a horse housing establishment
Investigate and evaluate a variety of equine management practices
Apply environmental management practices
Conduct a safety audit
Identify management solutions for increasing the health and safety of horses within the horse housing establishment
Grading Scheme
Online Participation - 30%
Quizzes - 15%
Assignments -55%
Total - 100%
Assessment Method
Participation in the online discussion forums
Online quizzes
Assignments
Course Topics
This course will introduce you to the important aspects of running a horse establishment including:
Stable design and bedding
Forage
Arenas
Safety
Turnout for your horse: Pasture, Fencing, and Shelter
Environmental responsibilites for manure mangement and water quality
Seasonal Considerations
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent,
or at least 18 years of age.
It is recommended certificate and diploma students complete Management of the Equine Environment first, or very early in their course of studies.
Required Materials Provided:
Required Materials Not Provided:
Textbooks
Horsekeeping on a Small Acerage (Confirmed)
Edition: Second
Author(s): Cherry Hill
Published by: Storey Publishing in 2005
ISBN-13: 9781580175357
Publisher's website: http://www.storey.com/books/book.php/y/8/p/0/order_no/67535
Stablekeeping (Confirmed)
Author(s): Cherry Hill
Published by: Storey Publishing
ISNB-10: 1580171753
ISBN-13: 978-1580171755
Publisher's website: http://www.storey.com/books/book.php/y/8/p/0/order_no/67175
Other
For more information, Contact Info Line :
Phone: 519 824-4120 ext. 55000
Email: info@coles.uoguelph.ca
These course details are based on information provided to date by the associated academic department or the course instructor. Course specific information remains subject to change until the actual date of course commencement. In the event of a discrepancy between the course information provided here and on the course website, the course website will be taken as official.