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Course: |
FAS 120
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Title: | Farrier Science III |
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Long Title: | Farrier Science III |
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Course Description: | Introduces special purpose shoeing for racehorses, trail horses, etc. Examines corrective showing, shoeing requirements for various breeds, special purpose plating, special equipment, and public relations. |
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Min Credit: | 4 |
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Max Credit: | |
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Status Notes: | 1/14/04 - updated content: description, competencies & |
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| S: outline |
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Origin Notes: | PPCC |
STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Practice advance shoeing techniques
II. Demonstrate proper selection and use of specialized farrier tools.
III. Add shoe accessories for corrisponding theraputic application.
IV. Practice corrective trimming and shoeing.
V. Investigate proper public relations for a farrier.
VI. Practice public relations while in the field.
VII. Identify common diseases or ailments.
VIII. Identify lameness and its possible origin.
IX. Practice advanced forging skills.
X Identify gate faults.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Corrective and theraputic shoeing.
A. Weight distribution/load sharing.
B. Applied or lelease of pressure.
II. Small business ownership.
III. Public relations.
A. Handling customer concerns.
B. Representing the farrier/horse industry.
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