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Oct 01, 2024
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EQU 2001 - Equine Evaluation and Judging
Students demonstrate knowledge of the principles of equine evaluation and selection through skill application. Students practice evaluation methods through observation of a variety of horses. Students utilize knowledge of equine conformation relative to the intended use. Students explore career opportunities in competition through the study of licensure, certification, rules, regulations, procedures and scoring methods.
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes: - Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physical function of the horse through oral and written evaluations.
- Students will be able to discuss unique breed characteristics of horse breeds in the United States.
- Students will be able to apply the rules, regulations, standards, and procedures, including scoring methods to a variety of horses and competitive riding disciplines.
- Students will be able to develop and apply criteria to evaluate horses emphasizing structure, conformation, and balance, as well as, recognizing conformational faults related to performance and/or soundness issues.
- Students will be able to research and interpret the requirements for becoming a professional horse show judge.
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