10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-090-303 AGRIBUSINESS ECONOMICS ... basic knowledge of macro and micro economics will be taught , pro�ciency in developing basic cash �ows , cost bene�t analysis , enterprise analysis , budget development , pro�t loss statements and developing cost of production . Student should be able to develop adequate information for farm manager to analyze business proposals . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-090-326 INTRO TO DAIRY SCIENCE ... this course provides basic knowledge of the dairy science �eld . Topics include animal health , anatomy and physiology , genetics and reproduction , basic breed characteristics and animal feedstuffs . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-091-327 BASIC ANIMAL HUSBANDRY ... proper cattle handling and restraint techniques will be demonstrated . Optimal feed , water and ventilation needs discussed . Compliance with industry standards of animal welfare and record keeping will be studied . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-804-113 COLLEGE TECHNICAL MATH 1A ... topics include solving linear equations ; graphing ; percent ; proportions ; measurement systems ; computational geometry ; and right triangle trigonometry . Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arithmetic score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 780 AND Rdg greater / equal to 573 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-091-328 DAIRY HERD RECORDS AND ANALYSIS ... dairy performance is analyzed through good record keeping and analysis . Students will become pro�cient in the use of PCDART , Dairy Comp 305 , BoviSync and AgSource herd management programs . Students will also be exposed to other software systems and their applications . Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-091-329 LIVESTOCK HOUSING AND EQUIPMENT ... students will learn principles of designing facilities based on the environment , feeding systems , manure handling , ventilation and cow handling . Students will compare and contrast various design options and construction cost estimates . ( Prerequisite : 10-091-327 , Basic Animal Husbandry ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-091-330 DAIRY REPRODUCTION MANAGEMENT ... students will learn physiology and anatomy of the reproductive organs and the utilization of reproductive protocols for increased breeding success . Learn arti�cial insemination techniques and how genomics work and genomic applications . Utilize sexed semen and cross breeding practices . Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-801-196 ORAL / INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ... this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , con�ict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-090-381 DAIRY SCIENCE INTERNSHIP 1 … The dairy science internship is designed to give students a hands-on experience in the dairy �eld , either on a dairy farm or dairy related business . The student , instructor and employer will develop a customized course objective . Every attempt will be made to match students ' interests with employers ' offerings . Instructor supervision will be coordinated with the employer to assure student and learning objectives are met . ( Prerequisite : 10-090- 327 , Basic Animal Husbandry ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / J-Session / Spring
10-090-375 DAIRY NUTRITION ... this course covers ruminant nutrition from calf to milking animal . Utilize forage analysis to balance rations . Learn basic ration formulations utilizing computer software and the pros and cons of various feed stuffs utilized in the dairy industry . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-091-376 DAIRY REPLACEMENT MANAGEMENT ... this course will focus on the feeding and management of dairy replacement calves from birth through puberty , breeding , and gestation . There will also be emphasis on the feeding and management of dry cows through calving . Students will also review facility requirements and husbandry techniques for these classes of livestock . ( Prerequisite : 10-091-329 , Livestock Housing and Equipment ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-809-196 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY ... the nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ... learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-090-350 NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANNING AND COMPLIANCE ... student will have a pro�ciency in basic soil fertility and fertilizers with an emphasis on manure . Basic understanding of crop fertility requirements and soil pH impacts . Soil lab analysis and �eld mapping will be integrated through the use of SNAP Plus as an industry standard in nutrient management planning software . Students will be prepared to complete the CCA certi�ed crop advisor exam allowing them to write nutrient management plans . ( Prerequisite : 10-506-146 , Intro to Environmental Science OR 10-090-326 , Intro to Dairy Science ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-090-382 DAIRY SCIENCE INTERNSHIP II … The dairy science internship is designed to give students a hands-on experience in the dairy �eld , either on a dairy farm or dairy related business . The student , instructor and employer will develop a customized course objective . Every attempt will be made to match students ' interests with employers ' offerings . Instructor supervision will be coordinated with the employer to assure student and learning objectives are met . ( Prerequisite : 10-090- 381 , Dairy Internship I ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / J-Session / Spring
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