Associate of Applied Science
Equestrian/Equine Studies
The Equine Studies program at New Mexico Junior College provides hands-on experience and classroom instruction for students interested in career opportunities with the horse industry and related businesses. Several aspects will be taught including equine anatomy, management, business, horsemanship, performance training and more. Graduates will receive an Associates of Applied Science degree.
Degrees and Certificates
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Equine Studies - Industry and Training, -
Colt Starting, Certificate -
Equine Business, Certificate -
Horsemanship, Certificate
Courses
EQ212: Equine Internship
Credits 12This course offers an opportunity to gain work experience within the equine industry. It provides advanced instruction from industry professionals and practical, hands-on experience.
EQIN1120: Horsemanship I
Credits 4This course covers basic principles and techniques of western riding, horse care, management, and equine training. It focuses on safety and basic to intermediate horsemanship maneuvers and techniques.
EQIN1130: Equine Evaluation
Credits 3This course examines equine performance related to conformation, environment, heredity and training. It focuses on selection and function based on conformation and athletic performance.
EQIN1140: Equine Management
Credits 3This course provides an introduction to all aspects of equine management including facility management, health care, selection, nutrition, and maintenance.
EQIN1150: Equine Anatomy
Credits 3This course examines the basic structure of the horse and provides an in depth study of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems.
EQIN1160: Equine Nutrition
Credits 3This course provides an in-depth study of equine absorption, digestion, metabolism, excretion, and function of nutrients and examines nutritional requirements for growth, maintenance, and performance.
EQIN1170: Equine Business
Credits 3This course examines business management practices essential to the planning and operation of equine businesses, facilities, and operations. It focuses on management, marketing, sales, and record keeping.
EQIN1180: Equine Sales & Marketing
Credits 3This course is designed to prepare students with marketing and sales skills for various equine enterprise types. Specific emphasis will be placed on the development of effective advertisements, market research, sales strategy, pricing, and other components of a successful market plan.
EQIN1260: Colt Starting I
Credits 4This course introduces fundamental principles and techniques used in starting and training colts. It covers safety, equipment, handling, principles, and techniques through practical application.
EQIN1280: Applied Horsemanship I
Credits 3This course focuses on specialized horse training techniques and methods designed to allow students individually specific horse training opportunities.
EQIN2120: Horsemanship II
Credits 4This course presents principles and techniques of western riding, horse care, management, and equine training. It covers safety and intermediate to advanced horsemanship techniques and maneuvers.
EQIN2150: Performance Training I
Credits 3This course focuses on the fundamentals of performance horse training. It covers various methods, techniques, and philosophies of training horses to participate in performance events. This course consists of hands-on application of these techniques, methods, and philosophies.
EQIN2250: Performance Training II
Credits 3This course will cover immediate to advanced techniques, methods, and philosophies of training performance horses. It consists of hands-on application of these techniques, methods, and philosophies.
EQIN2260: Colt Starting II
Credits 4This course presents advanced principles and techniques used in starting and training colts. It covers safety, equipment, handling, principles, and techniques through practical application.
EQIN2280: Applied Horsemanship II
Credits 3This course focuses on advanced specialized horse training techniques and methods. It offers students individually specific horse training opportunities
EQIN2290: Equine Internship (6 hours)
Credits 6This course offers an opportunity to gain work experience within the equine industry. It provides advanced instruction from industry professionals and practical, hands-on experience.