From breeding sheep and then speaking to them in Basque to mastering hiking and drones, here are a few of the more interesting classes offered at the University of Nevada, Reno. Most are offered every semester, with others available at least once a year.

Astronomy 109

Playing with big toys in college is part of the curriculum in Astronomy 109. This introductory course teaches students how to use telescopes, including those at the Fleischman Planetarium. You will also explore key concepts of the solar system.

Basque 101

Learn to order a Picon punch in the native tongue. Basque 101 introduces the language with a focus on developing written and conversational skills, along with structural analysis.

Engineering 301

Talk like an engineer and no one knows what you mean? This course can fix that. It teaches engineering students how to communicate effectively. Basically, you will learn how to explain technical concepts to a range of audiences, including those ordering a Picon punch and breeding sheep.

Geography 470

Studying the beach in Tahoe is a real class? In this course taught at Lake Tahoe -- I probably had you at "Lake Tahoe" -- you will learn about the "Rights of Nature." With stops around the lake, you'll explore its history as the shores of "Big Blue" are woven into elemental themes. You'll visit all four shores of Tahoe, with a lesson at each: North Shore (fire), South Shore (water), East Shore (air), and West Shore (earth), as outlined in the course description.

Physical Education: Hiking and Drone Videography

As if studying the beaches of Tahoe isn't enough, you can study hiking, too. In this weekend physical education class, you will learn to shoot video using an unmanned aerial vehicle. For the final, you'll create your own drone video of the Donner Tunnels near Tahoe.

Nutrition and Science of Fermented Foods

Study sauerkraut? Sign me up. In this course, you will dive into everything about fermented foods and beverages. The focus is serious, covering concepts related to microbial physiology, biochemistry, biotechnology and food science.

Sheep Management

Forget counting sheep -- learn how to manage them in this upper-level and graduate course. Part of the Agricultural Science program, the class covers principles of sheep production, including breeding, nutrition, management and marketing in Western ranch and farming environments.

Non-degree seeking individuals can register for any class with permission of the instructor to audit. As long as they have approval they can take any course. Degree-seeking students need to satisfy prerequisites to enroll in the engineering and sheep management courses.