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Dairy Science - Technical Diploma

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 proficient 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 artificial 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 .

Delivery

Day Full-time Part-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 4,972 , Books : $ 324 , Supplies : $ 150 Total Approximate Costs $ 5,446

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Dairy Science technical diploma in the number of semesters shown .

First Semester 8 Week 1 10890101 - College 101 1 10090326 - Intro to Dairy Science 3 10804113 - College Technical Math 1A 3

Semester Total 13

Second Semester 8 Week 1 10091328 - Dairy Herd Records & Analysis 3 10801196 - Oral / Interpersonal Comm 3

Full Semester 10090381 - Dairy Science Internship I 3

Semester Total 15

Total Credits 28

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 .

Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . 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 .

Program Outcomes

Maintain herd records Provide artificial 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

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