Beginning Animal Science
This class combines course work with practical, hands-on application to prepare the student for employment in related large animal careers and/or post-secondary education. Using classroom and laboratory instruction through hands-on experiences, students learn basic veterinary medicine, nutrition, reproduction genetics, anatomy, physiology, business management, and career exploration related to the livestock industry.

Students are obliged to participate in the class and lab activities, along with conducting a Supervised Agricultural Experience project, such as a large agricultural animal project. Students are also expected to be involved in leadership, career development, and service learning activities through class, FFA, school and community experiences. Work Experience credit is available through a student's project in this class and/or student employment.

Duration:   2 Semesters (A, B) Student should enroll for both semesters
Credits Per Term:   .5
Target Population:   9-12
MVHS Cross Credit:   Science
Prerequisite:   An interest in animals and willingness to do dirty work

Advanced Animal Science
This advanced, second-year class combines course work with practical, hands-on application to prepare the student for employment in related large animal careers and/or post-secondary education. Using classroom and laboratory instruction through hands-on experiences, students learn basic veterinary medicine, nutrition, reproduction genetics, anatomy, physiology, business management, and career exploration related to the livestock industry.

Students are obliged to participate in the class and lab activities, along with conducting a Supervised Agricultural Experience project, such as a large agricultural animal project. Students are also expected to be involved in leadership, career development, and service learning activities through class, FFA, school and community experiences. Work Experience credit is available through a student's project in this class and/or student employment.

Duration:   2 Semesters (A, B) Student should enroll for both semesters
Credits Per Term:   .5
Target Population:   10-12
MVHS Cross Credit:   Science
Prerequisite:   Must pass both semesters of Beginning Animal Science