May 03, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2022-23 
    
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EQU 2021 - Equine Anatomy and Performance

The course emphasizes equine anatomy in function and performance as well as an examination of muscles and bones working together to produce movement. The course focuses on how conditioning programs can improve balance, strength, and fitness.

Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • The students will be able to identify the bones of the equine skeleton.
  • The students will be able to identify muscles and explain their function.
  • The students will be able to communicate using veterinary terminology, vocabulary and directional terms verbalized by professionals in the field.
  • The students will be able to assess and analyze equine movement anatomically, bio-mechanically and physiologically.
  • The students will be able to identify and analyze the anatomical, management and environmental factors that impact equine bio-mechanics in terms of performance and injury risk.
  • The students will be able to analyze bio-mechanical interactions between horse, rider, and equipment.


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