University of Guelph 1997-98 Associate Diploma Calendar

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Associate Diploma Programs

As a result of an enhanced contract agreement between the University of Guelph and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) effective April 1, 1997, the Agricultural Colleges at Alfred (French Language), Kemptville and Ridgetown will operate as Colleges of the University of Guelph. Two-year diploma programs will continue to be offered at the Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph and at the three regional Colleges with financial support from OMAFRA.

The diploma programs will continue to offer a blend of the theoretical and practical courses designed to prepare graduates to assume a broad range of positions in the agricultural and food industries. All programs offer courses in applied science business management, production and marketing. Specific diploma programs offered at more than one College have standardized core curricula to ensure common standards are maintained. Common core courses are supplemented with electives at all Colleges with specific regional specializations. Students may elect to spend a semester (or more) at a different location to access special electives, or to access degree courses at the University.

All programs are offered on a standardized schedule at all four locations. The programs run for two semesters beginning in September until late April followed by a one semester summer break. Second year classes resume in the following semester and students graduate in the Spring with an Associate Diploma.

ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS AND LOCATIONS

A: Alfred (French Language); G: Guelph; K: Kemptville; R:Ridgetown.

A G K R
Agriculture X X X X
Horticulture X X X X
Equine Studies X
Food & Nutritiion X X
Vet. Technology X

* Associate Diploma in Agriculture

Associate Diploma in Equine Studies

The Equine Studies Program provides students with an opportunity to specialize at an intensive level in the management of horse enterprises. The program provides an excellent foundation for students who eventually wish to seek certification as qualified instructors in the Canadian Equestrian Federation. The program combines theory and hands-on practical courses that prepare graduates for the diversity of positions that exist in the horse industry.

The Equine Studies Program at Kemptville College is the only one in Ontario and it attracts students from all areas of Ontario and from other provinces in Canada.

Kemptville

Fall Semester 1
04-100 Livestock Systems
04-120 Applied Plant Science
04-130 Soil Principles
04-160 Applied Mathematics *
04-161 Computer Applications *
One elective course
Winter Semester 2
04-211 Business Accounting
04-260 Communication Skills *
04-280 An Introduction to the Horse Industry
04-281 Horse Care and Stable Duty
04-382 Horse Feeds and Feeding
One elective course

*Students may be exempted in one or more of 04-160, 04-161, and 04-260 based on successful completion of challenge examination(s). Each exempted course must be replaced with a free elective or an Independent Study course. Students who have a credit in Mathematics or English at the OAC level will automatically be granted an exemption in 04-160 and/or 04-260 respectively.

Fall Semester 3
04-310 Business Management
04-312 Business Marketing
04-360 Food Systems
04-380 Equine Stable Management
04-381 Horse Conformation and Lameness
One elective course
Winter Semester 4
04-460 Human Resource Management
04-461 Business Project
OR
04-462 Farm Project
04-480 Equine Conditioning
04-481 Horse Health
04-482 Equine Reproduction and Selection
One elective course

Associate Diploma in Horticulture

The nursery, landscaping, turf and floriculture segments of the horticulture industry are areas of sustained growth and development in Ontario and Canada. The Diploma in Horticulture program provides a basic curriculum in ornamental horticulture and an opportunity to take specialized courses in various components of the industry. Practical experience and training complements the more formal material presented in lectures and provides an opportunity to acquire the practical skills required in greenhouse and landscaping firms.

The Diploma in Horticulture program is offered at all four colleges and prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in landscaping, nursery and greenhouse firms, municipal parks and golf courses, garden centres and private businesses.

Alfred (French Language), Guelph, Kemptville, Ridgetown

Fall Semester 1
04-120 Applied Plant Science
04-130 Soil Principles
04-160 Applied Mathematics **
04-161 Computer Applications *, **
50-100 Landscape Management
50-105 Plant Identification I
Winter Semester 2
04-211 Business Accounting
04-260 Communication Skills **
50-200 Greenhouse Management
50-210 Landscape Design I
50-220 Plant Propagation
One elective course; students may also select Independent Study courses.

* Students at Guelph substitute 27-100

** Students may be exempted in one or more of 04-160, 04-161, and 04-260 based on successful completion of challenge examination(s). Each exempted course must be replaced with a free elective or an Independent Study course. Students who have a credit in Mathematics or English (or French at Alfred) at the OAC level will automatically be granted an exemption in 04-160 and/or 04-260 respectively.

Fall Semester 3
04-310 Business Management
50-305 Plant Identification II
Three courses from:
04-313 Sales and Sales Management
50-301 Fruit and Vegetable Production
50-309 Landscape Construction
50-310 Landscape Design II
50-315 Nursery Management
50-316 Turf Management
50-330 Greenhouse Crop Production
One elective course; students may also select Independent Study courses
Winter Semester 4
04-460 Human Resource Management
04-461 Business Project
OR
04-462 Farm Project
50-400 Ornamental Plant Protection
50-405 Certification and Safety
One course from:
04-237 Small Engines
04-370 Agroforestry
50-401 Floral Design and Retailing
50-410 Computer Assisted Design
One elective course

Associate Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management

In 1997-98 the following schedule of studies will be offered at Alfred and Kemptville. Commencing in September 1998 a new/revised curriculum will be available as presented in the 1998-99 Associate Diploma Calendar. Accreditation will continue by the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management through the transition to the new curriculum.

Alfred (French Language)

Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Elective Courses
Semester 4
Elective Courses

Kemptville

Semester 1
Elective Courses
Semester 2
Elective Courses
Semester 3
Elective Courses
Semester 4
Elective Courses

*Course is taken in Semester 3 or 4 (not both)

Associate Diploma in Veterinary Technology

The Diploma in Veterinary Technology has been offered by the Ministry for over 25 years, initially at Ridgetown, then at Centralia and, since 1994, at Ridgetown. It is the only fully accredited animal health technology program in Ontario. The accrediting body is the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA). Ridgetown College will continue to offer its existing program to incoming students in September 1997. The new curriculum will commence in September 1998. The current curriculum is reprinted directly from page 25 of the 1996-97 Ridgetown College Calendar.

Ridgetown

Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4

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