• EQST 1320: TRAINING FOR TIMED EVENTS

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  The study of how fundamental concepts and basic horsemanship skills apply to training a timed event horse. Topics covered include conformation and bloodlines, types of equipment and its use, training methods. Physical and mental conditioning of both horse and rider will also be stressed. Students will be introduced to the National Barrel Horse Association & the concept of 3-D barrel racing. Course will include a 3-D competition in barrel racing and polebending. The student must supply a horse and tack for this course. (2 lect., 2 lab)
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• EQST 1340: HORSE EVENT PRODUCTION

  2.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course is designed to provide the future equine professional with the necessary tools to organize any show, event, or clinic related to the equine industry. Major topics include: planning, fund-raising, financing, insurance and advertising. These principles are utilized to plan and operate a horse show and clinic sponsored by Central Wyoming College Equine Program. This course may be repeated for a maximum of eight credits applicable toward graduation. Prerequisite: Completion of EQST 1050. (1 lect., 2 lab; 1 lect., 4 lab; 1 lect., 6 lab)
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• EQST 1350: TRAINING THE ROPING HORSE I

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course focuses on the study of conformation and breed characteristics desirable in the roping horse. Included in the course is the examination of various types of equipment and correct fittings for both the horse and rider. Methods of starting the horse on cattle are covered. The student must supply a horse and tack for this course. (2 lect., 2 lab)
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• EQST 1360: TRAINING THE ROPING HORSE II

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course is a continuation of EQST 1350, taking the horse started on cattle through the many stages of roping, both in the pen and from a roping box. The emphasis is on correct horseman- ship principles as well as physical and mental preparation of the horse and rider. The student must supply a horse and tack for this course. (2 lect., 2 lab)
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• EQST 1510: EQUINE NUTRITION

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  A study of feed compositions, ration balancing, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and vitamins, figuring Total Digestible Nutrients (TDNs) as they relate to horses. Mineral and vitamin supplements and additives will also be figured. (3 lect.)
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• EQST 1590: HORSEMANSHIP I

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  Fundamental knowledge and skill development in horse anatomy and function, conformation, and riding. Western tack is emphasized with an introduction to English tack and riding. Cues, aids, gaits and maneuvers are thoroughly explained, demonstrated and practiced. Individual help is given in areas needed. The student needs to supply a horse and tack for this class.(2 lect.,2 lab)
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• EQST 1595: HORSEMANSHIP II

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  A continuation of EQST 1590 with emphasis on correct horsemanship practices, stabling, training, health care and parasite control. Provides fundamental knowledge and skill development in horse anatomy and function, conformation, and riding. Western tack is emphasized with an introduction to English tack and riding. Cues, aids, gaits, and maneuvers are thoroughly explained, demonstrated and practiced. Individual help is given in needed areas. The student must supply a horse and tack for this class. Prerequisite: Completion of EQST 1590. (2 lect, 2 lab)
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• EQST 1600: TRAINING FOR BARREL HORSE

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  The student will study how fundamental concepts and basic horsemanship skills apply to training a barrel horse. Topics covered include conformation and bloodlines, types of equipment and its use, and training methods. Physical and mental conditioning of both horse and rider will also be stressed. The student will be introduced to the National Barrel Horse Association and the concept of 4-D barrel racing. The course will include a 4-D competition in barrel racing and pole bending. The student must supply a horse and tack for this course. (2 lect., 2 lab)
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• EQST 1601: HORSE EVENT PRODUCTION

  2.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course is designed to provide the future equine professional with the necessary tools to organize any show, event, or clinic related to the equine industry. Major topics include: planning, fund-raising, financing, insurance and advertising. These principles are utilized to plan and operate a horse show and clinic sponsored by Central Wyoming College Equine Program. This course may be repeated for a maximum of eight credits applicable toward graduation. Prerequisite: Completion of EQST 1050. (1 lect., 2 lab; 1 lect., 4 lab; 1 lect., 6 lab)
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• EQST 1602: TRAINING FOR BARREL HORSE II

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  Training the Barrel Horse II is a continuation of Training the Barrel Horse. The student will continue to develop barrel horse performance by implementing current training methods and skills. The student will analyze their horse's performance, implement training steps, and prepare the horse for competition. The student will be introduced to barrel racing formats, 4D, futurity, and rodeo competitions. The student must supply their own horse and tack for this class. (2 lect., 2 lab).
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