They must satisfactorily complete a prescribed curriculum which includes at least 57 quarter credit hours in technical studies and 46 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 the beef and sheep production and management program. This is a supervised, practical work experience that provides students with the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom and at the Ohio State ATI beef and sheep facilities. Students are encouraged to think independently and evaluate and solve problems under the guidance of the livestock facilities manager.
Students assist in the daily husbandry and responsibilities of the livestock.
Students in 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 paid for their employment, graded on their job performance, and awarded academic credit. This can serve to broaden professional opportunities and educational experience. Students who decide to follow this curriculum track are urged to work closely with their academic advisers.