Swine Management Technology, AAS

A15150

Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:

The Swine Management Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in the production, processing, and distribution of livestock, swine, and poultry and their products according to scientific principles essential to efficient and profitable operation.

Students should learn skills necessary for the operation of efficient and profitable livestock, swine, and poultry enterprises. Coursework includes production practices, animal health, nutrition, reproduction, and management.

Graduates should qualify for entry-level jobs as herd or flock managers, field service persons, feed salespersons, equipment salespersons, feed mill workers, buyers of poultry and livestock, owners/operators, farm managers, department supervisors, field service representatives, and waste management technicians.

Swine Management Technology: A program that focuses on the application of biological and chemical principles to the production and management of swine animals and the production and handling of meat and other products. Potential course work Includes instruction in animal sciences, range science, nutrition sciences, food science and technology, biochemistry, and related aspects of human and animal health and safety.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Swine Management Technology program, a graduate should be able to:

  • Diagnose and treat swine health issues.
  • Perform calculations needed in the field of swine management.
  • Use computer skills effectively in the swine Industry.
  • Communicate effectively.

Degree Awarded

The Associate in Applied Science Degree - Swine Management Technology is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.

For More Information

The Swine Management Technology program is in the Applied Technology Division. For more information, call (919) 739-6808 or visit us at our Web site at www.waynecc.edu.

Admissions

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A placement test in English, mathematics, reading, and computer skills may be required to determine entry-level courses that match individual needs.

First Step To Enroll:

Call the Admissions and Records Office at (919) 739-6720.

First Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ACA 111College Student Success
1

1

ANS 110Animal Science
3

3

ANS 140Swine Production
4

3

BIO 160Introductory Life Science
4

3

CIS 110Introduction to Computers
4

3

ENG 111Writing and Inquiry
3

3

Total Credit Hours:16

Second Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ANS 142Swine Records and Analysis
4

3

AGR 170Soil Science
4

3

ANS 120Beef Production
4

3

WBL 110World of Work
1

1

ENG 114Professional Research & Reporting
3

3

ANS 144Swine Housing & Waste Mgt
4

4

Total Credit Hours:17

Summer Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ANS 150Animal Health Management
3

3

ANS 143Swine Health Management
4

3

 

WBL 112Work-Based Learning I
20

2

OR

WBL 111Work-Based Learning I
10

1

AND

WBL 121Work-Based Learning II
10

1

Total Credit Hours:8

Third Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AGR 110Agricultural Economics
3

3

ANS 115Animal Feeds and Nutrition
4

3

ANS 130Poultry Production
4

3

ANS 141Swine Herd Management
2

2

BUS 137Principles of Management
3

3

Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:17

Fourth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
SPA 120Spanish for the Workplace
3

3

ANS 213Animal Reproduction
4

3

ANS 240Swine Prod Issues
2

2

WLD 115SMAW (Stick) Plate
11

5

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:16

Total Credit Hours: 74

Electives

Social/Behavioral Science Electives

Choose one course from the Social/Behavioral Science list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives

Choose one course from the Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
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