They must satisfactorily complete a prescribed curriculum which includes a minimum of 55 quarter credit hours in technical studies based on the technical elective courses they choose, and 47 quarter credit hours in basic and general studies. A minimum of 45 quarter credit hours must be earned through regular course work at the institute, exclusive of an internship. Practicum is required of students in horse production and management. This is a supervised, practical work experience that provides students with the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classrooms and at the Ohio State ATI horse facilities. Students are encouraged to think independently and evaluate and solve problems under the guidance of the horse facilities manager.
Students assist in the daily husbandry and responsibilities of the horses.
Students of this program complete an industry internship of 10 weeks of full-time employment. Ohio State ATI helps students find appropriate internship positions in both Ohio and other states. Students are generally paid for their employment, graded on their job performance, and awarded academic credit. Transfer Degree Option in Horse Science Ohio State ATI also offers an Associate of Science degree in horse production and management. This degree option allows students to begin their course work toward a Bachelor of Science degree.