Undergraduate Course Catalog 2015-2016
Thompson School of Applied Science
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Agricultural Mechanization (AM)
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Description
Courses offered under agricultural mechanization (AM) include welding and fabrication, internal combustion engines, computer literacy/Internet applications and construction-related courses. These courses appeal to a wide variety of UNH students (both two- and four-year); several are required courses in civil technology concentrations and flexible concentration courses in the integrated agriculture management program.
Applied Animal Science (AAS)
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Professor: Laurie Chapman-Bosco, Andrew B. Conroy
Lecturer: Sarah Proctor
The supporting applied animal science faculty is Allison Powers, technical specialist instructor, with a focus in small animal care.
Applied animal science (AAS) provides students with hands-on practical skills combined with knowledge and understanding of the latest technology. The core program offers a solid background in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, health, and animal breeding. In addition, students choose a concentration in equine management, dairy management, or small animal care. Each concentration also allows for choices of elective courses in other areas.
Practical learning experience is provided at the UNH equine facilities, consisting of the Tirrell Horse Barn, W.C. Skoglund indoor riding arena, a lighted outdoor riding arena, a USEA-recognized combined training competition course for beginner novice through preliminary riders, and three regulation-size dressage competition arenas plus the Thomas P. Fairchild Dairy Teaching and Research Center and the UNH Organic Dairy Farm. The Thompson School also operates its own grooming shop and biology laboratories. The curriculum has a number of animal-related educational partnerships that include the New Hampshire SPCA in Stratham, N.H., the Cocheco Valley Humane Society in Dover, N.H., and field trips to numerous animal-related businesses.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the applied animal science program area must present college preparatory English and at least two years of satisfactory work in both college preparatory mathematics and science (one of the sciences being biology, with a lab). One year of laboratory college preparatory chemistry is highly recommended.
Curriculum Fee
Applied animal science, all concentrations: $680*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, specialized equipment maintenance, and transportation that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. There may be additional fees for uniforms, specific high-cost courses, and/or professional equipment. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Applied Animal Science Curriculum Standards
Applied animal science (AAS) students must maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade-point average in AAS classes after two semesters (minimum 26 credits) to take additional AAS classes. Students with AAS averages lower than 2.0 must repeat classes with lower grades and raise their average to the required 2.0 before taking additional AAS classes. Students must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade-point average in AAS classes to qualify for graduation from the program.
Dairy Management
To work in the highly technical, rapidly changing field of dairy management, students must become well versed in the many aspects of dairy farm operation and management. In the dairy management concentration, students put into practice immediately many of the skills learned in the classroom. Students learn to balance rations, identify and treat diseases, work safely with cattle, and gain many other skills. Working at the University’s dairy farm, a modern and well-equipped teaching and research center, students collaborate to manage the CREAM (Cooperative for Real Education in Agriculture, www.unh.edu/cream/) herd. Students frequently study at the UNH organic dairy facility.
Students learn the business of farming through field exercises in land management, forage production, financial management, and computer use on a dairy farm as well as through continued practical experience with cattle. The program prepares students to work both on the farm and in related businesses.
Thompson School dairy management is in a unique position with the baccalaureate animal science major. Students may start with the Thompson School program, obtain their associate in applied science (A.A.S.) degree then transfer to a four-year major and obtain a B.S. in two to two-and-a-half additional years with a full-time course of study. This allows students to receive two degrees in as little as four years or obtain their A.A.S. degree and work in the field to later return for a B.S. Students wishing to follow this course of action need to work closely with their adviser and maintain a grade of C or better in key applied animal science courses.
Career Opportunities:
Herd manager, agricultural sales and/or service employee, farm manager, artificial insemination (AI) technician, crop manager, farm owner, or farm-business owner.
Dairy Management Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 425 | Introduction to Dairy Herd Management | 4 |
| AAS | 428 | Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals | 4 |
| AAS | 431 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 423 | Dairy Selection | 2 |
| AAS | 434 | Equipment and Facilities Management | 3 |
| AAS | 439 | Fundamentals of Animal Health | 2 |
| AAS | 439A | Fundamentals of Animal Health - Lab | 1 |
| AAS | 442 | Introduction to Business in Applied Animal Science | 2 |
| COM | 210 OR 212 | Public Speaking or Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| Elective | 2 - 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 432 | Introduction to Forage and Grassland Management | 3 |
| AAS | 535 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| AAS | 546 | Animal Business Applications | 4 |
| AAS | 575 | CREAM (Cooperative for Real Education in Agricultural Management) | 4 |
| AAS | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations | 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 540 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| AAS | 574 | Dairy Cattle Disease Seminar | 2 |
| AAS | 575 | CREAM Program (full year course) | 4 |
| SSCI | 2__ | Social Science Course | 2 - 4 |
| Elective(s) | 4 |
Equine Management
The equine industry in New England encompasses many different types of facilities and disciplines. Students in the equine management concentration combine courses utilizing the most recent technical information with related practical experience. They gain hands-on experience in bandaging, selection, ration-balancing by computer, fitting and care of equipment, and farm and barn analysis. They also acquire decision-making and managerial skills through the organization and running of a combined test competition each spring. Graduates have a solid foundation to pursue either employment or additional educational opportunities upon completion of the program.
The riding focus at UNH is balance seat with schooling in dressage, cross country, and stadium jumping. Thompson School students in horsemanship classes ride in the UNH program and have the opportunity to try out for the award-winning Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) or Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) teams.
Students who plan to continue their college education in a four-year major are encouraged to express their interest to their adviser. Together, student and adviser can develop a sequence of courses that will assist with the transition from the two-year to four-year degree program.
Career Opportunities (directly out of the associate degree program):
Horse and farm manager, sales (tack shops, grain stores), horse show manager, veterinary assistant/equine practice, or riding instructor (with additional studies).
Equine Management Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 428 | Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals | 4 |
| AAS | 431 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| AAS | 437 | Equine Handling and Care Techniques | 4 |
| ANSC | 411 | ANSC Introduction to Equine Science | 1 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 426 | Equine Conformation and Lameness | 4 |
| AAS | 434 | Equipment and Facilities Management | 3 |
| AAS | 436 | Equine Show Preparation and Competition | 1 |
| AAS | 439 | Fundamentals of Animal Health | 2 |
| AAS | 439A | Fundamentals of Animal Health - Lab | 1 |
| AAS | 442 | Introduction to Business in Applied Animal Science | 2 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 432 | Introduction to Forage and Grassland Management | 3 |
| AAS | 535 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| AAS | 538 | Equine handling/Longeing | 1 |
| AAS | 546 | Animal Business Applications | 4 |
| AAS | 547 | Applied Equine Management | 3 |
| AAS | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations | 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 540 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| AAS | 552 | Equine Health Management | 4 |
| AAS | 553 | Equine Competition Management | 2 |
| ANSC | 402 | ANSC: Horsemanship | 3 |
| SSCI | 403 | Environmental Issues & Society | 2 |
* AAS 548 in development
Additional course options (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 572 | Comparative Equine Operations | 1 |
| AAS | 593 | Equine Field Operations | 1 - 3 |
| TSAS | 495 | Special Topics: Animal Business Concepts (recommended) | 4 |
Total: 67 credits
Small Animal Care
Animal companionship provides millions of people with an oasis in a hectic, impersonal world. Pet owners consistently seek quality services for pets that are often considered members of the family. The small animal care concentration prepares students to work in companion animal care positions of all types.
In their first year, students gain experience in breed types, behavior, genetics, restraint, and training of dogs and cats. Students also master laboratory procedures such as fecal examination and heartworm testing. In addition, students learn the basics of grooming, nutrition, first aid, disease prevention, medication administration, and toxicology. During their second year, students spend four hours a week at the New Hampshire SPCA or Cocheco Valley Humane Society performing all aspects of animal care while they continue with their academic coursework.
Small animal care is very flexible with recommended elective courses. Second-year students choose classes based on their career goals. Career tracks include veterinary hospital employment, employment in the humane/animal control fields, employment or ownership within the boarding/grooming/day care industry, or positions in training and behavior.
Career Opportunities:
Pet store manager, pet groomer, kennel manager, dog trainer, veterinary assistant, laboratory animal caregiver, animal care and control technician, animal-assisted activities/therapy volunteer and/or coordinator, animal shelter or rescue facility manager.
Small Animal Care Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 428 | Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals | 4 |
| AAS | 430 | Small Animal Breeds and Behavior | 4 |
| AAS | 431 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 418 | Careers in Small Animal Care | 1 |
| AAS | 422 | Small Animal Grooming | 2 |
| AAS | 439 | Fundamentals of Animal Health | 2 |
| AAS | 439A | Fundamentals of Animal Health - Lab | 1 |
| AAS | 442 | Introduction to Business in Applied Animal Science | 2 |
| AAS | 449 | Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques I | 3 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking OR | 3 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 451 | Human/Animal Bond | 4 |
| AAS | 535 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| AAS | 546 | Animal Business Applications | 4 |
| AAS | 579 | Small Animal Care Practicum | 2 |
| AAS | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
| AAS | 4 or 5___ | AAS Elective | 3 - 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 424 | Applications and Ethics in Veterinary and Animal Business | 3 |
| AAS | 540 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| AAS | 4 or 5___ | Applied Animal Science Elective | 3 - 4 |
| AAS | 4 or 5___ | Applied Animal Science Elective | 2 - 3 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| Elective | 3 |
Recommended AAS Electives (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 421 | Large Animal Behavior and Handling | 2 |
| AAS | 433 | Small Animal Grooming II | 2 |
| AAS | 436 | Equine Show Preparation and Competition | 1 |
| AAS | 437 | Equine Management Techniques | 4 |
| AAS | 525 | Canine Learning Theory and Application | 3 |
| AAS | 527 | Small Animal Diseases | 2 |
| AAS | 558 | Animal Population Medicine and Management | 2 |
| AAS | 563 | Small Animal Grooming III | 1 |
| CSL Courses (for students interested in working with non-profit organizations) | Var |
Total: 64 - 69 credits
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Applied Business Management (ABM)
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Associate Professor: Benjamin P. Fowler
Lecturer: John MacMillan
The applied business management (ABM) program offers a concentration in small entrepreneurial business. The program combines class work and practical experience to give students a thorough understanding of the business field. The core curriculum includes accounting (financial and managerial), marketing, sales, human resource management, computer applications, writing focused on the workplace, small business law, and strategic management for small business. Students may select from a variety of UNH electives.
Practical experience is gained through projects with local industries, municipalities, and state agencies, as well as student-run businesses. Students may also elect to develop internships with area businesses.
Admissions Requirements
Students entering the business management program must present college preparatory English and have a minimum of two years of college preparatory mathematics. Several ABM courses require a solid background in basic mathematics and algebra.
Curriculum Fee
Applied business management: $137*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover course materials and specialized equipment maintenance that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Business Management
Privately owned small-to-medium-sized businesses represent the largest and fastest-growing segment of the state and regional economy. The applied business management program offers students courses in several aspects of business management and prepares students for management of a family-owned business, or to start a new business or begin their careers in entry-level positions in existing firms. Business management students gain practical exposure to essential topics in business management that prepares them to seek further specialization in an aspect of business or to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate program.
Career Opportunities:
Office manager, entrepreneur, management trainee, assistant manager, purchasing and inventory controller, bookkeeper, domestic and international sales professional, or business owner.
Business Management Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 404 | Principles of Management | 4 |
| ABM | 405 | Small Business Accounting Principles | 4 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 407 | Applied Marketing | 4 |
| ABM | 426 | Business Computer Applications | 4 |
| ABM | 508 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra OR | 3 |
| Elective | 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 506 | Human Resource Management | 4 |
| ABM | 514 | Applied Sales | 4 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra (if not previously taken) OR | 3 |
| Elective | 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 532 | Small Business Law | 4 |
| ABM | 550 | Business Policy | 4 |
| Electives | 8 |
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Civil Technology (CT)
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Professor: Kenneth L. Flesher
Assistant Professor: Anthony Richard Vannozzi
Civil technology is a dynamic educational opportunity offering skill-based learning through class instruction, extensive laboratory experience, and fieldwork, as well as opportunities to develop a strong portfolio. Students choose from one of the following concentrations: architectural technology, construction management, or surveying and mapping.
The cornerstone of the educational experience is instruction in computer-aided design (CAD) and parametric modeling using the Thompson School’s state-of-the-art CAD/BIM (building information management) labs. Students in surveying use the latest GPS and surveying equipment, and students studying geographical information systems (GIS) use the new GIS Instructional Lab. Additional coursework covers building science, construction contracting, materials, soils, and methodologies of professional practice in the concentrations.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the architectural technology, construction management, and surveying and mapping concentrations must present college preparatory English and at least two years of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics.
Curriculum Fee
Civil technology, all concentrations: $99*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials and specialized equipment maintenance that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Architectural Technology
In the architectural technology concentration, students expand on the broad construction-related base of the civil technology curriculum. Faculty who are experienced, registered architects and engineers introduce students to the technical skills used in the architectural profession, including computer-aided design (CAD), parametric modeling, and building-science-related technologies. Course content includes engineering-based as well as design-based disciplines. The courses, when coupled with recommended electives, provide students with a substantial knowledge base for architecture-related careers. While some graduates continue their studies in accredited baccalaureate programs and become registered architects, most find work in technical support positions within the design and construction industries in either private companies or public/government entities.
Career Opportunities:
Architectural technician, CAD/BIM designer, public works operations, land development planner, facilities management, engineering aide, or construction supervisor.
Architectural Technology Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 423 | Introduction to Surveying and Mapping | 3 |
| CT | 425 | Surveying and Mapping Lab | 2 |
| CT | 427 | 2D Computer Aided Design | 4 |
| MTH | 203 | Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| AM | 575 | Building Science/Residential Construction | 4 |
| CT | 428 | 3D Design, Modeling & Visualization | 4 |
| CT | 432 | Applied Environmental Technology | 4 |
| Elective (chosen in conjunction with CT Advisor) | 3 to 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| CT | 483 | Mechanical & Electrical Systems | 4 |
| CT | 551 | Statics and Materials | 4 |
| CT | 581 | Architecture I History and Design | 4 |
| CT | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 538 | Construction Contracting | 4 |
| CT | 582 | Architecture II | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| Elective | 4 |
Elective Course Options (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 451 | Welding and Fabrication Technology | 4 |
| AM | 462 | Internal Combustion Engines II (Prereq. AM 461 - Engines I) | 4 |
| CEP | 672 | Fundamentals of Real Estate | 4 |
| NR | 435 | Contemporary Conservation Issues and Environmental Awareness | 4 |
| NR | 621 | Field Descriptions of Soils | 3 |
| THDA | 459 | Stagecraft | 4 |
| Other courses by approval | VAR |
Total: Minimum 64 credits
Construction Management
In the construction management concentration, students prepare for careers in land development, construction contracting and management, and land-use planning. Students learn not only how to build well but how to build wisely. They study construction and its related technologies, dealing with material selection and design, and design of foundation and drainage systems. They also examine environmental and land development issues by studying residential and commercial septic and waste disposal systems, recycling, and effective energy management. Some graduates elect to continue their education in bachelor of science programs in civil engineering or community development.
Graduates of the construction management concentration find employment in a variety of building industry-related positions.
Career Opportunities:
Construction supervisor, project manager, cost estimator, public works employee, contractor, code enforcement officer, construction material tester, land-development planning employee, site evaluator for building components, construction product manufacturer, product representative, or DOT engineering technician.
Construction Management Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 427 | 2D Computer Aided Design | 4 |
| CT | 423 | Introduction to Surveying and Mapping | 3 |
| CT | 425 | Surveying and Mapping Lab | 2 |
| MTH | 203 | Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| CT | 428 | 3D Design, Modeling & Visualization | 4 |
| CT | 432 | Applied Environmental Technology | 4 |
| CT | 442 | Construction Surveying | 4 |
| Elective (Chosen in conjuction with CT Advisor) | 3 - 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| CT | 483 | Mechanical and Electrical Systems | 4 |
| CT | 551 | Statics and Materials | 4 |
| CT | 557 | Land Design and Regulations | 4 |
| CT | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 575 | Building Science/Residential Construction | 4 |
| CT | 538 | Construction Contracting | 4 |
| CT | 554 | Soils and Foundations | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
Elective Course Options (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 451 | Welding and Fabrication Technology | 4 |
| AM | 462 | Internal Combustion Engines II (Prereq. AM 461 - Engines I) | 4 |
| CEP | 672 | Fundamentals of Real Estate | 3 |
| NR | 435 | Contemporary Conservation Issues and Environmental Awareness | 4 |
| NR | 621 | Field Descriptions of Soils | 3 |
| THDA | 459 | Stagecraft | 4 |
| Other courses by approval | VAR |
Total: Minimum 65 credits
Surveying and Mapping
As land values increase and the need to use our natural resources efficiently while protecting our environment becomes more critical, the role of surveyors is expanding. The surveying and mapping concentration contains a core sequence of six courses (from Introductory Surveying to the Legal Aspects of Surveying) that continuously challenge students to improve their technical knowledge, computer skills, and field competency. Using electronic field measuring equipment, computers to create and plot maps, satellite positioning technology, and laser scanning, the surveyors and mappers of today are at the forefront of acquiring, analyzing, and managing land information.
Career Opportunities:
Licensed land surveyor, DOT engineering technician, GIS technician, land development planner, construction surveyor, or GPS technician.
Surveying and Mapping Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 423 | Introduction to Surveying and Mapping | 3 |
| CT | 425 | Surveying and Mapping Lab | 2 |
| CT | 427 | 2D Computer Aided Design | 4 |
| MTH | 203 | Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| CT | 428 | 3D Design, Modeling & Visualization | 4 |
| CT | 432 | Applied Environmental Technology | 4 |
| CT | 442 | Construction Surveying | 4 |
| Elective (Chosen in conjunction with CT Advisor) | 3 - 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| CT | 541 | Legal Aspects of Surveying | 4 |
| CT | 543 | Advanced Surveying and Mapping | 4 |
| CT | 557 | Land Design and Regulations | 4 |
| CT | 597 | Work Experience | 0 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | 446 | GIS Apps in Sustainability | 4 |
| CT | 538 | Construction Contracting | 4 |
| CT | 548 | Advanced Surveying Computations | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
Elective Course Options (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 451 | Welding and Fabrication Technology | 4 |
| AM | 462 | Internal Combustion Engines II (Prereq. AM 461 - Engines I) | 4 |
| CEP | 672 | Fundamentals of Real Estate | 4 |
| NR | 435 | Contemporary Conservation Issues and Environmental Awareness | 4 |
| NR | 621 | Field Descriptions of Soils | 3 |
| THDA | 459 | Stagecraft | 4 |
| Other courses by approval | VAR |
Total: 64 credits
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Community Leadership (CSL)
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Professor: Timothy E. Barretto
The community leadership program (CSL) prepares students for influential roles within community organizations by combining hands-on community outreach with an academic study of communities, leadership, citizen influence, and nonprofit organization management, in addition to general education. The community leadership program is a past recipient of the Spirit of New Hampshire Champion Award for Higher Education.
Students participate in faculty-supervised community outreach in a wide variety of locations, including schools and other learning-focused agencies, crisis shelters, environmental organizations, animal care facilities, nursing homes, advocacy programs, town offices, citizen groups, and other community-related organizations.
Through their coursework and community placements, students learn how to supervise volunteers, facilitate effective meetings, speak comfortably and knowledgeably to groups of various sizes, analyze community issues and their causes, manage financial information, organize projects and events, research and prepare grant proposals, create effective newsletters, influence public opinion, and organize people to work toward positive solutions for shared problems.
The community leadership program is designed to flexibly and effectively meet the needs of a diverse group of students including recent high school graduates as well as experienced community service providers..
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the community leadership program area must present college preparatory English and at least two years of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics, and demonstrate community service or leadership experience plus strong verbal and written communication skills.
Curriculum Fee
Community leadership: $70*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover course materials that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Community Leadership Curriculum Standards
Community leadership students must maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade-point average in required major classes after two semesters (minimum 26 credits) to take additional required CSL classes. Students with cumulative major course averages less than 2.0 must repeat classes with lower grades and raise their average to the required 2.0 before taking additional major classes. Students must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade-point average in required major classes to qualify for graduation from the program.
Career Opportunities:
Volunteer manager, grant writer, lobbyist, public relations and marketing assistant, event planner, outreach coordinator, fundraiser/development specialist, publications media assistant, community organizer, or staff supervisor.
Community Leadership Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| CSL | 401 | Introduction to Community Service & Leadership | 4 |
| CSL | 405 | Communication within Communities | 4 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 508 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| CSL | 402 | Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations | 4 |
| CSL | 403 | Organizing & Supervising Volunteers | 4 |
| Elective (determined with advisor) | 2 - 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEP | 415 | Community Development Perspectives (or equivalent) | 4 |
| CSL | 508 | Essentials of Fundraising for Community-based Organizations | 2 |
| CSL | 510 | Civic and Community Internship | 4 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations (OR similar course) | 4 |
| Elective (determined with adviser) | 2 - 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSL | 504 | Managing Change & Conflict in Communities | 4 |
| CSL | 506 | Literature of Family & Community | 4 |
| CSL | 509 | Essentials of Grant Writing for Community-based Organizations | 2 |
| CSL | 520 | Capstone Seminar | 4 |
| Elective | 4 |
Total: 64 - 68 credits
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Culinary Arts and Nutrition (CAN)
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Professor: Charles A. Caramihalis, Nancy M. Johnson
The culinary arts and nutrition (CAN) program has three distinct concentrations: culinary arts, dietetic technology, and food and beverage management. Both the culinary arts and dietetic technology concentrations are accredited by their respective accrediting organizations.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to dietetic technology must present college preparatory English and a minimum of two years of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics and sciences (one science being biology, with a lab). College preparatory chemistry is highly recommended.
Applicants to culinary arts and food and beverage management must present college preparatory English and a minimum of two years of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics.
Curriculum Fee
Culinary arts and nutrition, culinary arts: $571*
Culinary arts and nutrition, dietetic technology: $571*
Culinary arts and nutrition, food and beverage management $137*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, "Chef Whites," knives, and specialized equipment maintenance that are unique to the applied nature of th concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Culinary Arts
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Students who complete the requirements for the culinary arts concentration are prepared for a variety of positions as entry-level chefs in the hospitality industry. In a program that combines classroom work with practical experience, students learn and explore career opportunities, menu development, cost control, food safety, baking, nutrition, management skills, and general education. Through a unique partnership with University Hospitality Services, students complete rotations in state-of-the-art production kitchens on campus at Holloway Commons. These rotations provide opportunities to develop proficiency in contemporary and classical culinary techniques and cooking methods related to a la carte, banquet, and quantity food production and service. The culinary arts concentration is annually reviewed by its own advisory committee of industry professionals, program faculty, and chef-instructors who revise the curriculum to meet changing industry needs. The culinary arts program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the American Culinary Federal Education Foundation (ACF).
Career Opportunities:
Chef in restaurants, hotels, private clubs, theme parks, catering and banquet facilities, destination resorts, cruise ships, corporate chains, and health care facilities.
Culinary Arts Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 401 | Food Preparation Fundamentals | 2 |
| CAN | 403 | Culinary Skill Development | 4 |
| CAN | 407 | ServSafe Sanitation | 1 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 404 | Baking and Pastry Products | 4 |
| CAN | 422 | Cuisine and Culture | 4 |
| CAN | 426 | Dining Room Practicum | 3 |
| CAN | 443 | Quantity Food Production and Display Cooking | 4 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 506 | Food and Beverage Cost Control | 4 |
| CAN | 525 | American Regional Cuisine | 5 |
| CAN | 528 | Culinary Nutrition | 2 |
| CAN | 597 | Culinary Arts Internship (invitation only) OR | 5 |
| Electives AND CAN 598 (below) | |||
| CAN | 598 | Work Experience | 0 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 512 | Hospitality Human Resource Management | 3 |
| CAN | 535 | International Cuisine | 5 |
| CAN | 544 | Catering and Garde Manger | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
Total: 64 credits
Approved Electives (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 405 | Small Business Accounting Principles | 4 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| CSL | 401 | Introduction to Community Service & Leadership | 4 |
| HT | 440 | Introduction to Floral Design | 2 |
| SSCI | 403 | Environmental Issues and Society | 2 |
Dietetic Technology
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This concentration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The program underwent a successful review for reaccreditation in 2010. Graduates are prepared for a variety of positions in health care: helping to treat and prevent disease, managing employees, developing menus, teaching nutrition classes for the public, and educating clients about the relationships among food, fitness, and health. In a program that combines classroom work and practical experience, students learn the nutrition care process and develop skills in food production and delivery.
Career Opportunities:
Dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs) work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, research facilities, schools, day care centers, correctional facilities, restaurants, health care facilities, food service operations, WIC programs, public health agencies, Meals on Wheels, community health programs, health clubs, weight management clinics, community wellness centers, food companies, contract food management companies, and food vending and distributing operations.
Dietetic Technology Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 401 | Food Preparation Fundamentals | 3 |
| CAN | 407 | ServSafe Sanitation | 1 |
| CAN | 410 | Introduction to the Dietetic Technology Profession | 1 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| NUTR | 400 | Nutrition in Health and Well Being | 4 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 200 | Introductory Chemistry | 3 |
| CAN | 402 | Quantity Foods Practicum | 3 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| NUTR | 476 | Nutritional Assessment | 4 |
| ZOOL | 401 | Human Biology | 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 506 | Food and Beverage Cost Control | 4 |
| CAN | 560 | Dietetics Practice in the Community | 3 |
| CAN | 575 | Diet Therapy and Counseling | 4 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
*Second Year, Spring Semester Registration Pathway
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 512 | Hospitality Personnel Management | 3 |
| CAN | 565 | Community Nutrition for Dietetic Technicians | 3 |
| CAN | 576 | Dietetics Practice in Long Term Care | 1 |
| CAN | 590 | Dietetics Practice in Acute Care | 5 |
| CAN | 595 | Professional Issues for Dietetic Technicians | 1 |
| SSCI | 403 | Environmental Issues & Society OR SSCI 404 (below) | 2 |
| SSCI | 404 | Leadership Effectiveness and Group Performance | 2 |
Total: 64 credits
*Students in the registration pathway must complete a minimum of 450 hours of supervised practice in food service management, community nutrition, and clinical nutrition in on-campus facilities, local hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community practice sites. Upon successful completion of the program, these students will be eligible to sit for the registration exam to be credentialed as a dietetic technician, registered (DTR). A dietetic technician, registered (DTR) is eligible for membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, an organization of food and nutrition professionals. Students may choose the non-registration pathway. Students who wish to be eligible to sit for the dietetic technician registered exam must complete all major classes with a grade of C or better to gain placement in CAN 576 and CAN 590. Students not meeting this academic standard are encouraged to repeat classes or complete the non-registration pathway.
**Second Year, Spring Semester Non-Registration Pathway
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 422 | Cuisine and Culture | 4 |
| CAN | 512 | Hospitality Personnel Management | 3 |
| CAN | 565 | Community Nutrition for Dietetic Technicians | 3 |
| Elective credits | 5 |
Total: 64 credits
**Students in the non-registration pathway gain experience in food service management and community nutrition supervised practice rotations and finish the program of study with a minimum of five credits of elective courses.
Food and Beverage Management
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In the food and beverage management concentration, students experience a carefully developed combination of classroom and laboratory work. They engage in practical, hands-on experiences, using modern commercial equipment to help them refine the necessary skills to be successful in the field. Students participate in the operation of "180 Blue," an on-campus restaurant located at the Thompson School. A required summer work experience rounds out the program's hands-on experiential learning. Students can also work at venues operated by University Hospitality Services, all located on the UNH campus. Extracurricular learning and earning opportunities are available in the many restaurants located in the Seacoast area. Students who want to continue their education in a baccalaureate degree program are strongly encouraged to take an elective from the University's other schools and colleges to earn credits that may be applied to both degree programs.
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 404 | Principles of Management | 4 |
| CAN | 401 | Food Preparation Fundamentals | 3 |
| CAN | 407 | ServSafe Sanitation | 1 |
| CAN | 426 | Dining Room Practicum | 3 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 407 | Applied Marketing | 4 |
| ABM | 426 | Business Computer Applications | 4 |
| ABM | 508 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 506 | Human Resource Management | 4 |
| ABM | 514 | Applied Sales | 4 |
| CAN | 506 | Food and Beverage Cost Controls | 4 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM | 532 | Small Business Law (OR approved elective) | 4 |
| ABM | 550 | Business Policy (OR equivalent) | 4 |
| CAN | 412 | Facilities and Equipment Planning | 3 |
| CAN | 422 | Cuisine and Culture | 4 |
Career Opportunities:
Restaurant owner, general manager, food and beverage director or front-of-the-house manager for hotels, private clubs, catering and banquet facilities, corporate chains and health care facilities.
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Forest Technology (FORT)
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Professor: Matthew C. Chagnon, Donald W. Quigley
Students in the forest technology (FORT) program are uniquely prepared for careers in the forest industries and natural resource management in New Hampshire and New England. Classroom lecture is supported by practical field work in each of the subject areas. The curriculum is accredited by the Society of American Foresters (the first two-year program in the U.S. to earn this designation) and reviewed by an advisory committee representing the full spectrum of forestry organizations in the region. There is a strong emphasis on leadership, safety, communication skills, accuracy of field work, data collection, and professional presentation. Unique facilities for teaching and learning include centrally located classroom and shop facilities; 3,000+ acres of University-owned forest land; a new sawmill and Forest Industries Training Center (FITC); logging equipment; technologically advanced navigation, data collection, and analysis equipment; and a faculty with vast field experience in the subject areas dedicated to teaching.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the forest technology program area must present college preparatory English and at least two years of satisfactory work in both college preparatory mathematics and science (one science being biology, with a lab).
Curriculum Fee
Forest technology: $715*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, specialized equipment maintenance, and transportation that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Forest Technician
Forest technicians help plan, direct, and operate forestry enterprises. Students in the forest technician concentration experience a breadth and depth of instruction. They are exposed to the theory and practice of planting, thinning, and other silvicultural operations, including harvesting supervision. They learn how to design, lay out, and construct roads and trails; how to map and survey property; how to manage woodlands to improve timber quality and wildlife habitat, and how to conserve soil, water, and other natural resources. Graduates work in wood products-related industries, in public forestland management agencies, with forestry consulting firms or urban tree care companies, and with a range of conservation organizations. Graduates can become licensed in New Hampshire to practice forestry on private lands.
Career Opportunities:
Forestry consultant, forest fire control and use technician, mapping technician, geographic information systems/global positioning systems (GIS/GPS) technician, timber and log buyer, log scaler, lumber grader, sawmill technician, arborist, urban tree care specialist, timber cruiser/forest inventory technician, or forestry equipment/products sales representative.
Forest Technician Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| FORT | 461 | Dendrology | 3 |
| FORT | 463 | Forest Ecology | 2 |
| FORT | 463A | Forest Ecology Lab | 1 |
| FORT | 465 | Forest Orientation Seminar | 1 |
| MTH | 203 | Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORT | 460 | Forest Mapping | 2 |
| FORT | 466 | Forest Surveying | 4 |
| FORT | 470 | Applied Silviculture | 4 |
| FORT | 475 | Forestry Field Practices | 1 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| FORT | 569 | Wildlife Ecology and Conservation | 3 |
| FORT | 572 | Mensuration | 4 |
| FORT | 577 | Forest Harvesting Systems | 4 |
| FORT | 581 | Remote Sensing and GIS for Foresters | 3 |
| FORT | 597 | Forestry Work Experience | 0 |
| Elective OR | 2 - 3 | ||
| FORT | 564 | Arboriculture | 3 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORT | 567 | Leadership, Supervision and Safety | 2 |
| FORT | 573 | Management Operations and Analysis | 3 |
| FORT | 574 | Industrial Forest Management Tour | 1 |
| FORT | 576 | Forest Products | 4 |
| FORT | 578 | Forest Insects and Diseases | 2 |
| FORT | 579 | Forest Fire Control and Use | 2 |
| Elective(s) | 2 - 4 |
Total: 65 - 69 credits
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Horticultural Technology (HT)
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Associate Professor: Rene J. Gingras, Dana M. Sansom
Horticultural technology (HT) students study applied plant science, preparing for environmentally attuned careers in "the green industry." Rigorous first-year foundation courses in plant materials, plant growth and development, and soils support second-year concentrations in landscape operations or ornamental horticulture. Courses unique to the program include "pond-less" water features and lighting design/installation. Employment opportunities in these areas continue to be excellent. Graduates enter a rapidly expanding job market in ornamental plant production, floral design, nursery and garden center management, fruit and vegetable production, parks and grounds management, and landscape design, construction, and maintenance. Many recent graduates have established their own horticulture enterprises, and others continue their education toward a four-year degree in areas such as environmental horticulture, floriculture/greenhouse management, business management, or landscape architecture. Another option that is available to Thompson School students is to remain at the Thompson School for a third year to complete the requirements for the business management concentration offered through the applied business management program.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the horticultural technology program area must present college preparatory English and at least two years of satisfactory work in both college preparatory mathematics and science (one science being biology, with a lab).
Curriculum Fee
Horticultural technology, both concentrations: $807*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, specialized equipment maintenance, and transportation that are unique to the applied nature of the concentration. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study for one concentration. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Landscape Operations
Landscape horticulture has been projected to be one of the fastest growing service industries of the coming decade. It is a field that also offers unparalleled aesthetic satisfaction and meaningful reward. To succeed in the landscape industry increasingly requires a degree of technical and scientific expertise, as well as creativity, artistry, and problem-solving skills. Students in the landscape operation concentration gain a solid foundation by completing core requirements in the fundamentals of plant growth and development, soils, plant identification, pruning, and plant health care. They then complete a series of landscape maintenance, construction, design, and business courses. This combination prepares them to become successful members of the landscape industry. In their classes, students meld theory and practice, and then apply what they learn in weekly lab periods and on-site visits to area operations.
Career Opportunities:
Landscape designer, landscape construction specialist, garden center/nursery sales, or maintenance/management for golf courses, schools and parks, private and public grounds.
Landscape Operations Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| HT | 401 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| HT | 405 | Plants, People and Place | 2 |
| HT | 407 | Plant Structure and Function | 4 |
| HT | 415 | Soils and Land Use (Half-term I) | 2 |
| SSCI | 403 | Environment and Society | 2 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORT | 578 | Forest Insects and Diseases | 2 |
| HT | 416 | Soils and Plant Nutrition (1/2 term) | 2 |
| HT | 456 | Horticultural Pruning | 2 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR SSCI 202 (below) | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| Approved Elective Courses | 2 - 5 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| HT | 551 | Introduction to Design Communication | 2 |
| HT | 557 | Woody Landscape Plants | 3 |
| HT | 561 | Grounds Maintenance | 2 |
| HT | 563 | Landscape Construction | 4 |
| HT | 597 | Horticultural Work Experience | 0 |
| Approved Elective Credits | 2 - 4 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HT | 458 | Herbaceous Ornamental Plants | 2 |
| HT | 570 | Grounds Management | 2 |
| HT | 572 | Landscape Design Studio | 4 |
| HT | 588 | Horticultural Business Management | 4 |
| Approved elective credits | 4 - 8 |
Total: 66 - 72 credits
Recommended Landscape HT Electives (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 451 | Welding/Fabrication Technology | 4 | X | |
| AM | 461 | Internal Combustion Engines I | 4 | X | |
| AM | 462 | Internal Combustion Engines II | 4 | X | |
| FORT | 564 | Arboriculture | 3 | X | |
| HT | 450 | Flower Show Design and Construction | 1 | X | X |
| HT | 454 | Irrigation Design | 3 | X | |
| HT | 553 | "Pond-less" Water Feature Design and Installation | 2 | X | |
| HT | 555 | Landscape Lighting Design and Installation | 2 | X | |
| HT | 566 | Sustainable Planting Design | 2 | X | |
| HT | 585 | Fruit and Vegetable Production | 3 | X | |
| TSAS | 495 | Studies in Sustainable Irrigation & Rain Harvesting | 3 | X |
Students may also propose an independent study or field operation project to focus on a topic not included in the above list.
Ornamental Horticulture
Students who prefer to be generalists in horticultural technology may opt for the ornamental horticulture concentration. Students gain the broadest possible background in horticultural technology, which is attractive to employers in all specialty areas. To succeed in ornamental horticulture, students require a degree of technical and scientific expertise as well as creativity and problem-solving skills. They first complete core requirements in the fundamentals of plant growth and development, soils, plant propagation, plant identification, and plant health care. Then students work closely with a faculty adviser to choose approved elective coursework to round out their program of study. In their classes, students meld theory and practice, and then apply what they learn in weekly lab periods and on-site visits to area operations.
Career Opportunities:
Owner/manager of a garden center, nursery, flower shop, or fruit and vegetable business; wholesale/retail plant producer; research/botanical garden technician; or floral designer.
Ornamental Horticulture Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| HT | 401 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| HT | 405 | Plants, People and Place | 2 |
| HT | 407 | Plant Structure and Function | 4 |
| HT | 415 | Soils and Land Use (1/2 term) | 2 |
| HT | 427 | Horticulture Facilities Management | 2 |
| TSAS | 405 | Computers in the Workplace | 2 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORT | 578 | Forest Insects and Diseases | 2 |
| HT | 428 | Horticulture Facilities Management | 2 |
| HT | 404 | Plant Propagation | 4 |
| HT | 416 | Soils and Plant Nutrition (1/2 semester) | 2 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| SSCI | 403 | Environment and Society | 2 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HT | 440 | Introduction to Floral Design | 2 |
| HT | 529 | Horticulture Facilities Management | 1 |
| HT | 575 | Floral Crop Production | 2 |
| HT | 585 | Fruit and Vegetable Production | 3 |
| HT | 597 | Horticultural Work Experience | 0 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Approved Elective Credits | 4 - 8 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HT | 458 | Herbaceous Ornamental Plants | 2 |
| HT | 530 | Horticulture Facilities Management | 1 |
| HT | 576 | Bedding Plant Production | 2 |
| HT | 588 | Horticultural Business Management | 4 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| Approved Elective Credits | 3 - 7 |
Total: 66 - 72 credits
Recommended Ornamental HT Electives (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 451 | Welding/Fabrication Technology | 4 | X | |
| AM | 461 | Internal Combustion Engines I | 4 | X | |
| AM | 462 | Internal Combustion Engines II | 4 | X | |
| FORT | 564 | Arboriculture | 3 | X | |
| HT | 450 | Flower Show Design and Construction | 1 | X | X |
| HT | 454 | Irrigation Design | 3 | X | |
| HT | 456 | Horticultural Pruning | 2 | X | |
| HT | 544 | Advanced Floral Design | 2 | X | |
| HT | 551 | Introduction to Design Communication | 2 | X | |
| HT | 557 | Woody Landscape Plants | 3 | X | |
| HT | 561 | Grounds Maintenance | 2 | X | |
| HT | 563 | Landscape Construction | 4 | X | |
| HT | 566 | Garden Design and Culture | 2 | X | |
| HT | 570 | Grounds Management | 2 | X | |
| HT | 572 | Landscape Design Studio | 4 | X |
Students may also propose an independent study or field operation project to focus on a topic not included in the above list.
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Integrated Agriculture Management (IAG)
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Professor: Andrew B. Conroy
The course of study in integrated agriculture management addresses the critical importance of understanding the relationships among agriculture, forestry, business management and marketing, nutrition, food systems, the environment, and community. We are in a world where everything is connected. No one piece can be managed without some understanding of the other pieces and their connections. We are also in a world in which diversification—whether in biology or in business—is a necessary ingredient for rapid adaptation and continued survival.
Integrated agriculture management (IAG) guides students to examine ecological and cultural relationships, and to assemble a collection of coursework in a focus area while attending the Thompson School. The IAG program is truly interdisciplinary, drawing upon diverse course offerings across all of the academic programs at the Thompson School.
First-year students in IAG take a core of courses covering the basics of soils, plants, and animals. This provides a strong foundation for second-year study, during which the student may either specialize in one or two areas or take courses across the breadth of programs in horticultural technology, applied animal science, forest technology, civil technology, culinary arts and nutrition, applied business management, and community leadership. Working closely with a faculty adviser, and benefitting from a wide array of flexible concentration courses, the student in integrated agriculture management designs the path of study that aligns with his or her particular talents and interests.
Graduates of IAG will be able to choose from a large number of opportunities across an array of fields, including sustainable agriculture, fruit and vegetable production, livestock production, community-supported agriculture (CSA), value-added agricultural products, sustainable forest management, soil/water/forest conservation, cooperative extension, organic certification, and diversified farm management, or in more specific areas such as greenhouse production, sustainable landscape construction and maintenance, forest technician, dairy management, business management, and others. A number of current students will return to family farms with new information and insight on determining the future of their lands and enterprises as the world changes.
Graduates are also encouraged to consider adding a third-year option in applied business management, or transferring into the growing baccalaureate program in sustainable agriculture and food systems.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to integrated agriculture management must present at least two years each of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics and sciences. One of the science courses should be biology with a lab.
Curriculum Fee
Integrated agriculture management: $807*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, specialized equipment maintenance, and transportation that are unique to the applied nature of the program. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study. There may be additional fees for uniforms, specific high-cost courses, and/or professional equipment. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Career Opportunities
- Working on diversified farms where forestry, horticulture, and/or livestock and dairy might be a component
- Working for non-profit farm and forest education centers
- Managing New England farms based on dairy, horticulture, livestock, forestry, etc.
- Technicians working in pest control for commercial greenhouses, dairy and livestock farms, or forest operations
- Technicians for the Natural Resource Conservation Service
- Marketing farm products for New England farmers
- Operating community-supported agriculture (CSA) and farm stands
- Producing unique, local and/or organic products for direct marketing to consumers
- Partnering with horticultural growers and dairy producers to create high-end market opportunities
Integrated Agriculture Management Program of Study
The curriculum checklist (or roadmap to the degree) that follows is the recommended sequence of courses for IAG students. However, the sequence of when courses are taken can be modified in consultation with the student's faculty adviser.
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | |||
| AAS | 425 | Introduction to Dairy Herd Management OR | 4 |
| AAS | 431 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| FORT | 461 | Dendrology OR HT 405 (below) | 3 |
| HT | 405 | Plants, People, Place | 2 |
| HT | 585 | Fruit and Vegetable Production | 3 |
| General Education Courses | |||
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| * Flexible Concentration Course | 2 - 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | |||
| CT | 446 | GIS Apps in Sustainability | 4 |
| IAG | 408 | Foundations for Living Sustainably in New England | 4 |
| General Education Courses | |||
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking or COM 212 (below) | 3 |
| COM | 212 | Writing in the Workplace | 3 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| * Flexible Concentration Course | 4 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | |||
| AAS | 432 | Introduction to Forage and Grassland Management | 3 |
| HT | 415 | Soils and Land Use | 2 |
| IAG | 597 | Integrated Agriculture Management Work Experience | 0 |
| General Education Courses | |||
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| * Flexible Concentration Courses | 8 total |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | |||
| HT | 416 | Soils and Plant Nutrition (1/2 semester) | 2 |
| HT | 488 | Horticultural Business Management | 4 |
| IAG | 490 | Integrated Agriculture Management Capstone | 2 |
| General Education Courses | |||
| SSCI | 2 or 4__ | Social Science course OR (see below) | 2 |
| 2 or 4__ | Arts & Humanities course | ||
| * Flexible Concentration Courses | 8 total |
Total: 68 - 71 credits
*Flexible Concentration Courses: Students select 20 credits from approved courses in the following program areas: horticultural technology, applied animal science, forest technology, civil technology, community leadership, culinary arts and nutrition, technical practices, or applied business management, by working with their faculty adviser.
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TSAS Communication (COM)
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Lecturer: Filip Thurston
Thompson School students are required, as part of general education requirements, to complete a minimum of 4 credits in the area of communication. All students take COM 209, Expository Writing and Reading. Some concentrations require an additional, specific 3-credit course, which is listed under the respective program of study.
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TSAS Courses (TSAS)
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The TSAS departmental or school course designation is used for courses required by multiple program areas within the Thompson School or to "pilot" a proposed course within a specific program area. TSAS 205, Computers in the Workplace, may be used to fulfill credit requirements within the science, math, and technology general education area.
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TSAS Mathematics (MTH)
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Lecturer: Stephanie Vander Els-Davis
Mathematic courses fall under the science, math, and technology general education category. Placement in a recommended 3-credit math course is based on a math assessment administered during new student orientation. Either MTH 202, College Algebra, or MTH 203, Algebra and Trigonometry, is required for graduation. Check program of study listings for specific requirements/options for the various program areas. During orientation, if a student is placed in MTH 201, Elementary-Intermediate Algebra, the student may use this course as an elective; it does not fulfill a science/math/technology general education requirement.
General Education Mathematics Requirement
A math assessment is administered as part of the new student intake process, which is used to make a recommendation regarding a math class that is challenging but not overwhelming to the student. MTH 201, Elementary-Intermediate Algebra, may be recommended to some students. However, this class may NOT be used to fulfill the Thompson School mathematics requirement. Course credits may be used as elective credits; only MTH 202, College Algebra, or a higher math course may be used to fulfill the mathematics graduation requirement.
Students are encouraged to ensure their math skills are at acceptable college levels by using available on-line resources before attending their respective new student orientation.
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TSAS Social Science (SSCI)
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Associate Professor: Regina A. Smick-Attisano
Thompson School students are required to complete a minimum of 4 credits in the social sciences. The courses used to fulfill this requirement are SSCI 201, Human Relations, or SSCI 202, Social Issues. Some program areas require a specific second SSCI course. See programs of study listings for specific course information or a list of course options.
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Veterinary Technology (VTEC)
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Lecturer: Sarah Proctor DVM
Program Mission Statement:
The program strives to provide veterinary technology students with a broad understanding of veterinary medicine and the role of animals in society. Students are instructed in the methods and knowledge of veterinary technology such that they become veterinary technicians who are strong advocates for animals, capable of compassionate and accurate animal care; professional in their actions and judgments; and have a desire for lifelong learning and self-improvement.
The primary goal of the veterinary technology program is to provide students with exceptional technical and clinical reasoning skills and knowledge in veterinary technology such that graduates will be immediate and valuable members of a veterinary medical team. Additionally, the program aims to develop a firm foundation in both farm animal and companion animal veterinary practices. Courses in the program cover basic sciences, veterinary nursing, and veterinary practice management, with a strong focus on hands-on practical knowledge throughout the curriculum. Students gain basic knowledge and skills for the major domestic animal species (dog, cat, horse, and cow). Students have the opportunity to focus their studies on a given species through a variety of elective course offerings within the applied animal science program. Integration of knowledge in communication, veterinary ethical and legal issues, veterinary practice management, clinical reasoning skills, and hands-on technical skills allow students to become complete veterinary technicians, capable of providing high-quality, compassionate, and expert care to animals both small and large.
Practical learning experience is provided at the UNH equine facilities and the Thomas P. Fairchild Dairy Teaching and Research Center and the UNH Organic Dairy Farm. The Thompson School also operates its own grooming shop. The program has a number of animal-related educational partnerships, including those with the New Hampshire SPCA in Stratham, N.H., and the Cocheco Valley Humane Society in Dover, N.H. The veterinary technology curriculum also includes a service learning course where students provide wellness services to local pets in need.
The program is accredited by the AVMA. Students who graduate from an accredited program are eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) and pursue credentialing.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to veterinary technology must present college preparatory English and a minimum of two years of satisfactory work in college preparatory mathematics and both college preparatory biology and chemistry. (Biology and chemistry with labs are required.) Applicants are recommended to have some experience with animals in a professional setting, and applicants should include a statement in the student application listing their experience.
Curriculum Fee
Veterinary technology: $722*
*This one-time curriculum fee is required to cover lab materials, specialized equipment maintenance, and transportation that are unique to the applied nature of the program. The curriculum fee covers the entire two-year course of study. There may be additional fees for uniforms, specific high-cost courses, and/or professional equipment. Any non-TSAS student may be assessed specific course fees, details of which are included in each semester's Time and Room Schedule. All fees are subject to change.
Veterinary Technology Curriculum Requirements
The following courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C:
- All AAS and VTEC courses
- Chemistry (CAN 200) and Math (MTH 202)
Students with grades below C in these courses after two semesters (26 credits minimum) will be required to repeat those courses before taking additional major courses.
Students must successfully complete all required skills listed in the Veterinary Technology Essential and Recommended Skills List developed by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the accrediting body for this program.
All coursework in the veterinary technology curriculum should be completed within five years of matriculating into the program. If this cannot be accomplished, the student may be required to retake major courses where AVMA essential skills have changed significantly.
Students must show proof of pre-exposure rabies immunization or adequate rabies titer prior to enrollment in practicum and internship coursework. Transportation is provided to students for practicum coursework. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation during internship experiences.
Career Opportunities
Credentialed veterinary technicians can work in private veterinary hospitals, biomedical research laboratories, humane societies, zoos, and wildlife centers, and can specialize in areas such as anesthesia and surgical assisting, behavior, and emergency medicine.
Veterinary Technology Program of Study
First Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 421 | Large Animal Behavior and Handling Techniques | 2 |
| AAS | 430 | Small Animal Breeds and Behavior | 4 |
| AAS | 431 | Introduction to Animal Science | 4 |
| MTH | 202 | College Algebra | 3 |
| VTEC | 428 | Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals for Vet Techs | 4 |
First Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 439 | Fundamentals of Animal Health | 2 |
| AAS | 439B | Fundamentals of Animal Health Lab for VTECs | 2 |
| AAS | 449 | Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques I | 3 |
| CAN | 200 | Introductory Chemistry | 3 |
| COM | 209 | Expository Writing and Reading | 4 |
| SSCI | 201 | Human Relations OR SSCI 202, below | 4 |
| SSCI | 202 | Social Issues | 4 |
| VTEC | 424 | Veterinary Practice Management | 2 |
Second Year, Fall Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 451 | Human-Animal Bond | 4 |
| AAS | 527 | Companion Animal Diseases | 2 |
| AAS | 550 | Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques II | 4 |
| AAS | 579 | Small Animal Care Practicum | 2 |
| COM | 210 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| VTEC | 565 | Pharmacology for Vet Techs (hybrid) | 3 |
| VTEC | 582 | Pet Access to Wellness Services (PAWS) | 1 |
Second Year, Spring Semester
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Electives from approved list (below) | 2 - 4 | |
| VTEC | 575 | Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting | 4 |
| VTEC | 579 | Small Animal Care Practicum for Vet Techs | 2 |
| VTEC | 582 | Pet Access to Wellness Services (PAWS) | 1 |
| VTEC | 583 | Large Animal Care Practicum | 2 |
| VTEC | 595 | Veterinary Technology Internship | 3 |
Total: 72 credits
Approved Veterinary Technology Elective List (when offered)
| Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | 422 | Small Animal Grooming I | 2 |
| AAS | 425 | Introduction to Dairy Herd Management | 4 |
| AAS | 426 | Equine Conformation and Lameness | 4 |
| AAS | 525 | Canine Learning Theory and Application | 3 |
| AAS | 535 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| AAS | 540 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| AAS | 552 | Equine Health Management | 4 |
| AAS | 558 | Animal Population Medicine and Management | 2 |
| AAS | 574 | Dairy Cattle Disease Seminar | 2 |
