Mr.

Burton
Animal Science 2
Prerequisite: Animal Science I Biology-Agricultural Science or Biology
Periods: 3A
Email: jonathan.burton@ironmail.org
Website: burtoncvhsposterous.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Students will be introduced to equine science and production management and poultry
science and production management. They will be exposed to the management practices
associated with the handling of animal waste, livestock breeding and genetics, and the
importance of anatomy and physiology in animal management practices. They will also
be introduced to the practices associated with small animal care.

CLASS OBJECTIVES
Students will develop an understanding of the role of FFA in Agricultural
Education Programs.
Students will understand the benefits of a Supervised Agricultural Experience
(SAE) Program.
Students will analyze equine science and management.
Students will analyze poultry science and management. Students will design a
system to handle and dispose of animal waste.
Students will apply the principles of genetics and breeding to livestock
improvement.
Students will examine anatomy and physiology in livestock species.
Students will analyze the small animal care industry.

CLASS REQUIREMENTS: 
• ­Each student is required to have a 3 ring binder with tab dividers to keep 
notes, handouts, and assignments.  Students will need to bring this binder to 
class each day.  It will be graded on NEATNESS, COMPLETENESS, and 
ORGANIZATION.
• ­Each student is encouraged to join and participate in the FFA organization (It 
is highly encouraged but not required).  It is an excellent leadership 
development program and well worth the $ 15 annual membership dues.

• GRADING CRITERIA:  Grade for the course will be figured in the following 
manner:
Tests and Assignments 45%
Three Ring Binder 30%
Labs and Participation 25% 
These percentages are estimated averages and may differ at time of grading
Grading System
A = 93-100% A- = 90-92% B+ = 87-89% B = 83-86% B- = 80-82%
C+ = 77-79% C = 73-76% C- = 70-72% F = 0-69%
 Tardies and Attendance
Tardies are very disruptive to the learning process. Tardies will be dealt with in
the following manner. Each day there will be a quiz that will review what was
covered in the previous class and will be turned in for credit. If the student is
tardy they will miss the opportunity to earn these points. These points will make
up a large percent of the participation grade and are extremely important. Fifteen
minutes late is considered an unexcused absence. The Teacher determines if a
tardy is excused or unexcused.

Attendance Policy: 
We will follow the Canyon View High School attendance policy found on pages 9 
the student handbook.

This year I will be posting assignments and other information for class on the
internet at burtoncvhs.posterous.com. If your are absent you need to check the
website before coming to me. I will post assignment due dates and test dates on
there as well. It is the student's responsibility to complete the work in the time
frame that is given. Missed assignments will need to be turned in within two days
of the days upon the students return or no credit will be given. Depending on the
assignment the student may be required to come in before, after school or during
lunch to make it up. Missed tests must be made up within 3 days upon the
students return or no credit will be given.

Classroom and Lab Rules

• 1-Arrive on time and begin bell work immediately
• 2-Come prepared with required materials (no cell phones mp3
player or ipods
• 3-Be respectful to others & all property
• 4-Always follow directions
• 5-Have fun and learn something new every day

Do Not Remove. Sign and return to Mr. Burton for filing.

I confirm that I have read this Course Description and understand all that it contains. I will also
follow all school and district policies concerning Acceptable Use of equipment and facilities.

Student:________________________ Parent/Guardian:___________________________

Date:_________________

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color, national origin, sex, or qualified disability