Printed : 12 / 17 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 310905
Turn your passion for raising animals into your profession . The Dairy Science technical diploma will prepare you to work in entry-level dairy industry positions . You ’ ll become pro�cient with dairy management techniques and animal husbandry skills . As a grad , you may be employed as a feed technician in a milk parlor or as an assistant herdsperson . You ’ ll be skilled in assessing basic herd health standards , providing calf care , administering shots , assisting in herd health checks , providing arti�cial insemination , effectively communicating to maintain continuity between dairy farm shifts , and maintaining herd records . You may also be prepared for positions in the feed industry or animal health industry .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Dairy Science technical diploma in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-090-303 Agribusiness Economics 10-090-326 Intro to Dairy Science 10-091-327 Basic Animal Husbandry 10-804-113 College Technical Math 1A Semester Total
1 3 3 3 3
13.00
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Second Semester |
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This program is offered at :
Green Bay
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All credits from this technical diploma apply toward the following associate degree ( s ):
Farm Production-Dairy Science , 100905
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10-091-328 Dairy Herd Records & Analysis 10-091-329 Livestock Housing & Equipment 10-091-330 Dairy Reproduction Mgmt . 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10-090-381 Dairy Science Internship I Semester Total |
3 3 3 3 3
15.00
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Total Credits |
28.00 |
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply .
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .
Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ) College transcript If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920- 498-5444 .
Maintain herd records Provide arti�cial insemination Assist with herd health checks Assist in the maternity pen Provide calf care Assess basic herd health standards Use effective oral and written communication skills
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
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