# Horse Ranch Management (AS Degree)

Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Animal Sciences Overview

Source: https://catalog.mtsac.edu/programs/programsaz/animal-science/horse-ranch-management-degree/

**Natural Sciences Division  
Agricultural Sciences Department**  
The 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.

This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

#### Required Courses

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Electives** | |  |
| ASCI 2 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| ASCI 16 | Horse Production and Management | 4 |
| ASCI 18 | Horse Ranch Management | 4 |
| ASCI 19 | Horse Hoof Care | 2 |
| ASCI 20 | Horse Behavior and Training | 2 |
| ASCI 59 | Work Experience in Agriculture *Complete 3 - 4 units of ASCI 59 | 3-4 |
| ASCI 94 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| ASCI 96 | Animal Sanitation and Disease Control | 3 |
| ASCI 97 | Artificial Insemination of Livestock | 3 |
| **Choose a minimum of six units from the following:** | | 6 |
| ↳ AGOR 51 | Tractor and Landscape Equipment Operations |  |
| ↳ AGOR 53 | Small Engine Repair I |  |
| ↳ AGOR 71 | Construction Fundamentals |  |
| ↳ BUSM 20 | Principles of Business |  |
| ↳ BUSM 66 | Small Business Management |  |
| ↳ WELD 40 | Introduction to Welding |  |
| **Total Units** | | **33-34** |

### Outcomes

##### Program Learning Outcomes

_Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:_

-   Be able to design a comprehensive production/business plan for various horse-related activities.
-   Demonstrate professional conduct in the industry.
-   Be able to obtain an entry-level position in the horse industry.

Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.