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101. Introduction to Animal Science

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: Not open to students in an undergraduate program.

Grading Basis: Graded

The biological, physical and social factors that influence animal production and utilization. Taught with ANSC 1001.

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111. Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

A study of the anatomy and physiology of the animal body including characteristics that impact animal production systems. The physiology of reproduction and digestion will receive emphasis. Management practices and techniques used to maximize production efficiency will be included.

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112. Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: SAAS 111.

Grading Basis: Graded

A study of the anatomy and physiology of the animal body including characteristics that impact animal production systems. The physiology of reproduction and digestion will receive emphasis. Management practices and techniques used to maximize production efficiency will be included.

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113. Principles of Animal Nutrition and Feeding

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Focuses on digestive anatomy of various species and the classes of nutrients including their digestion, metabolism and sources. Nutrient requirements and feeding standards for various classes of livestock for reproduction, lactation, growth, work and maintenance are included as well as companion animals, exotics and aquatics. Classes of feedstuffs, their characteristics and proper utilization will be discussed. Attention will also be given to characteristics of common feedstuffs and to formulating rations and nutritional programs for animal enterprise. Taught with ANSC 1111.

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121. Animal Breeding and Genetics

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

The principles of genetics, chemistry of nucleic acids, replication, transcription, translation and regulation of genes, population and quantitative genetics, and modern molecular genetics approaches as tools for breeding, and improving livestock production.

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202. Behavior and Training of Domestic Animals

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: Recommended preparation: SAAS 101.

Grading Basis: Graded

Application of behavior of cattle, horses, sheep, goats, swine, companion animals and poultry to their management, training and welfare. Basic principles of genetics and physiology of behavior, perception, training, learning, motivation, and stress with consideration of integrated behavioral management and animal welfare. Students must have access to an animal that they can train throughout the semester. Taught concurrently with ANSC 1602.

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243. Animal Products

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

An introduction to meat, dairy and poultry products. Issues concerning regulatory standards, nutritive value, safety and quality assessment will be emphasized. Laboratories will emphasize the production and processing of these animal food products. Taught with ANSC 3343.

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251. Horse Science

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Includes horse types and breeds and their nutrition, breeding, evaluation, behavior, care and management with attention given to detailed studies of the problems and practices of horse production and use. Taught with ANSC 2251.

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252. Management of the Horse Breeding Farm

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: SAAS 251.

Grading Basis: Graded

Designed to develop technical and managerial skills necessary for operating horse farms. Programs for herd health, hoof care, nutrition, breeding, foaling and record keeping will be included.

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254. Horse Selection and Evaluation

2.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Comparative evaluation, classification and selection of horses according to conformation, breed characteristics and performance. Judging skills including justification of placing through presentation of oral reasons will be developed. Field trips required. Taught with ANSC 3454.

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255. Foundations of Training

2.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Fundamental ground work and training techniques used when working with young horses. Prior working experience with horses is highly recommended.

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257. Methods of Equitation Instruction

2.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

The techniques and procedures of teaching equitation including the theories of riding and teaching methods. Practice teaching will be required under the supervision of the instructor. Taught with ANSC 4457.

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261. Dairy Herd Management

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Management of dairy cattle including milking procedures, sanitation, selection, nutrition, reproduction, physiology and anatomy of milk secretion and record keeping. Field trip required. Taught with ANSC 3261.

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262. Applied Dairy Herd Management

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

The organization and management of dairy farms with emphasis upon business and economic decision making. Management programs in the areas of nutrition, disease control, waste management, selection, reproduction and milking will be evaluated. Field trips are required.

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271. Introduction to Poultry Industry

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

A practical application of scientific principles in the poultry industry. It will include classification, selection methods, breeding, incubation and chick development, brooding, nutrient requirements, processing and management practices.

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272. Sustainable Animal Management

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

An introduction to sustainable agriculture, as related to alternative farm animal production. Basic economics will be discussed in preparation for the creation of a farm business plan. Laboratory/discussion periods will include student presentations and hands-on activities. Field trips required.

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273. Livestock Production

4.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Biological and economic aspects of beef, sheep, and swine production. Field trips required. Taught with ANSC 3273.

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274. Livestock and Carcass Evaluation

2.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Classification, form to function relationships, grades and value differences of livestock are included. Objective and subjective methods of appraisal are used to evaluate beef cattle, sheep and swine. Taught with ANSC 3674.

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275. Advanced Animal and Product Evaluation

1.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 2 credits.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Intensive training in the evaluation of selected species of farm animals or their products. Type standards and the relation of anatomical features to physiological function are emphasized. Evaluation skills including justification of decisions will be developed. Students enrolled in this course will have the option to participate on intercollegiate animal and product evaluation teams. Field trips are required, some of which may occur prior to the start of the semester. Taught with ANSC 3675.

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276. Introduction to Companion Animals

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Basic concepts of the nutrition, physiology, health and management of companion animals. Taught with ANSC 1676.

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290. Animal Science Field Excursions

1.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 1 credits.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

A multiple day field trip format. Students in this course will travel with the instructor to visit and tour agri-businesses that represent commercial aspects of different animal science activities. Students will interview agri-business personnel and gain an understanding of how agricultural principles are applied in the field. Each student must submit a formal written report for evaluation and meet all other course requirements as specified by the instructor. Field trip is required. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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291. Professional Internship

1.00 - 6.00 credits

Prerequisites: Open to sophomores or higher; open only with consent of instructor.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Total credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined in Ratcliffe Hicks section.

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294. Career Paths in the Animal Sciences

1.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

A discussion of current employment opportunities in animal agriculture. In addition, students will prepare resumes and give oral presentations.

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295. Special Topics

1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Total credits allowed toward graduation requirements are restricted as outlined in Ratcliffe Hicks section. Contact Department Main Office for list of current topics and instructors.

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298. Variable Topics

1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: Instructor consent.

Grading Basis: Graded

Contact Department Main Office for list of current topics and instructors.

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299. Independent Study

1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

An independent study project is mutually arranged between a student and an instructor. Students are advised to read the Ratcliffe Hicks regulation limiting the number of credits which may be applied to the minimum graduation requirements. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory.)

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358. Management Skills and Practices - Horses

1.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 2 credits.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working in the University facilities under supervision. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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363. Management Skills and Practices - Dairy Cattle I

1.00 credits

Prerequisites: May not be taken out of sequence after passing SAAS 364.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working in the University facilities under supervision. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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364. Management Skills and Practices - Dairy Cattle II

1.00 credits

Prerequisites: SAAS 363.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Continued practical experience in common management practices is offered by working in the University facilities under supervision. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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373. Management Skills and Practices - Livestock

1.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 2 credits.

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working with livestock species in the University facilities under supervisor. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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375. Management Skills and Practices - Poultry

1.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: Open only to students in the Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture. Instructor consent required.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Practical experience in common management practices is offered by working in the University facilities under supervision. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

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420. Little I Training Assistant

1.00 credits

Prerequisites: Instructor consent.

Grading Basis: Graded

Livestock animal handling, training, fitting, and showing techniques for Introduction to Animal Science students at weekly practices.

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