Animal science careers are abundant in the agricultural world. Determine which courses will help you launch your career, which clubs and scholarships are available to help you along the way, and what events are happening that will strengthen your hands-on experiences. If your have more questions, contact one of the faculty advisors.
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Marlies Boyd
(209) 575-6212
boydm@mjc.edu
Poultry / Sheep
Julie Haynes
(209) 575-6872
haynesj@mjc.edu
Vet Tech / Equine
Bill Hobby
(209) 575-6053
hobbyb@mjc.edu
Dairy
John Mendes, Area Leader
(209) 575-6205
mendesj@mjc.edu
Swine
Amanda Schnoor
(209) 575-6210
schnoora@mjc.edu
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Animal Science - Associate Science Degree
The Animal Science program prepares students for livestock ranching, ranch management,
agribusiness and agri-education, as well as artificial insemination. It also prepares
students for transfer to a senior college for continuation of agriculture education
and training. Contact the division office in the Agriculture Building for advising
assistance.
Artificial Insemination - Technician Certificate
Artificial Insemination Technicians utilize principles of genetics and knowledge of
animal production to breed specific characteristics into economically important animals.
The Artificial Insemination Technicians program prepares students to artificially
inseminate cows, collect and evaluate semen, evaluate pedigrees, and to effectively
communicate with customers.
Dairy Science - Associate Science Degree
The Dairy Science Program teaches students the fundamentals of Dairy Production with
an abundance of hands-on experience. Students develop skills and knowledge relative
to milk production, selection, reproduction, genetics, nutrition, diseases, fitting,
and computer programs. See more on the MJC Dairy Science Page.
Equine Science- Certificate
Students in Equine Science study; equine anatomy and physiology, reproduction techniques, treatment and control of diseases, types of housing, principles of equine nutrition, handling and restraint, basic riding techniques, and equine facility management. Students also study industry related employment opportunities. The Equine Science Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level management positions in the equine industry.
Poultry Science - Associate Science Degree
Students in Poultry Science study; the composition of feeds and their nutritional
value, diagnosis, treatment and control of diseases, types of housing, and principles
of poultry breeding, brooding, care and processing of fryers, replacements, and laying
hens, grading and candling eggs, and marketing and economic aspects of poultry production.
Students also study efficiency factors affecting profit. The Poultry Science Program
is designed to prepare students for entry-level management positions in the poultry
industry.
Veterinarian Technician - Technician Certificate
The veterinary technician program at MJC is currently being offered to students through
the alternate route. Students are required to have three years experience in a clinic,
in addition to our courses completed in order to take the state RVT exam.
Students with no prior experience in the vet industry are still eligible for the program,
and can begin their work experience through our internship program.
The program is designed to take one year to complete if the courses are taken in the
suggested order.
Programs/Departments:
Miscellaneous/
Resources:
Phone: 209-575-6200
Fax: 209-575-6199
Web Site Ag Home Page: www.mjc.edu/ag