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  "college": "mt-san-antonio-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "Animal Sciences Overview",
  "id": "animal-sciences-overview--horse-ranch-management-degree",
  "name": "Horse Ranch Management",
  "award": "AS Degree",
  "department": "animal-sciences-overview",
  "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.mtsac.edu/programs/programsaz/animal-science/horse-ranch-management-degree/",
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      "markdown": "**Natural Sciences Division  \nAgricultural Sciences Department**  \nThe Horse Ranch Management degree is molded around a core of equine science, including husbandry, production, management, training, and breeding as well as business and general education courses. The curriculum combines a combination of technical knowledge and practical skills utilizing a hands-on approach to instruction and is intended to prepare students for employment following graduation. Upon completion, students will have intermediate skills for a variety of employment opportunities in the equine industry. Students desiring a Bachelor’s Degree (transfer) program should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.\n\nThis degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:\n\n#### Required Courses"
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          "type": "comment",
          "text": "Required Electives"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 2",
          "title": "Animal Nutrition",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 16",
          "title": "Horse Production and Management",
          "units": "4",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 18",
          "title": "Horse Ranch Management",
          "units": "4",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 19",
          "title": "Horse Hoof Care",
          "units": "2",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 20",
          "title": "Horse Behavior and Training",
          "units": "2",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 59",
          "title": "Work Experience in Agriculture *Complete 3 - 4 units of ASCI 59",
          "units": "3-4",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 94",
          "title": "Animal Breeding",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 96",
          "title": "Animal Sanitation and Disease Control",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 97",
          "title": "Artificial Insemination of Livestock",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "comment",
          "text": "Choose a minimum of six units from the following:",
          "units": "6"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 51",
          "title": "Tractor and Landscape Equipment Operations",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 53",
          "title": "Small Engine Repair I",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 71",
          "title": "Construction Fundamentals",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSM 20",
          "title": "Principles of Business",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSM 66",
          "title": "Small Business Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WELD 40",
          "title": "Introduction to Welding",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total Units",
          "units": "33-34"
        }
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      "markdown": "### Outcomes\n\n##### Program Learning Outcomes\n\n_Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:_\n\n-   Be able to design a comprehensive production/business plan for various horse-related activities.\n-   Demonstrate professional conduct in the industry.\n-   Be able to obtain an entry-level position in the horse industry.\n\nReview Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program."
    }
  ]
}