160 Introduction to Animal Science (3) Preparation of academic plans and career discussion. Introduction to structure and production principles of the food animal and horse industries. Overview of companion and alternative livestock. Market classes and grades of cattle, poultry and poultry products, lamb and wool, and swine.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
220 Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals (3) Skeleton and joints; muscles; blood and microcirculation; the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive systems; demonstrations of physical-chemical phenomena.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 130 or Biology 102.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – sophomore.
280 Biotechnology and Management Practices in Animal Production (3) Exposure to current animal agriculture management practices and biotechnology techniques as they affect beef, dairy, horse, poultry, sheep and swine industries. Includes animal behavior, restraint and welfare, computer applications, nutrients and nutrient utilization, waste management, food safety, animal reproduction, health and well being, and emerging technologies and opportunities in animal agriculture. (WC)
Contact Hour Distribution: Two 3-hour labs.
285 Horse Handling and Care (3) Proper procedures for horse-human interaction and the recommended management procedures for horse care. The basic behavioral characteristics of the horse, an understanding of his physical and mental parameters and their use in horse-human communication. Interactions include imprinting, haltering, halter training, lounging, long-line driving, bridling, bitting, round pen training, saddling, and teaching to guide. Basic care includes feed selection and management, post-natal care, restraint, foot care, dental care, grooming, loading and trailering, stall maintenance, internal and external parasite control, exercising, identification techniques, routine vaccinations and first aid. Safety for both horse and handler will be emphasized.
Contact Hour Distribution: Three 2-3 hour labs.
320 The Physiology of Reproduction and Lactation (3) Biology of sex and sexual differentiation, functional anatomy of male and female, reproduction and lactation, gametogenesis, neuroendocrinology and endocrinology of reproduction and lactation, sex cycles, folliculogenesis, ovulation, spermatogenesis, fertilization, embryonic development, implantation, pregnancy, parturition, initiation of lactation and maintenance of the dry period, artificial control of reproduction and lactation. (Same as Biochemistry and Cellular and Molecular Biology 320.)
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 130 or Biology 102.
330 Comparative Animal Nutrition (3) Nomenclature, structures, functions, utilization, and deficiency symptoms of essential nutrients in carnivores, omnivores and herbivores.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 130 or Chemistry 110.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): 220.
340 Principles of Animal Breeding (3) Genetic and environmental bases of animal variation. Selection and mating systems as mechanisms of genetic change. Planning breeding programs for economically important domestic species.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Mathematics 125 or 151.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): 220 and Mathematics 141.
360 Horse, Dairy, and Meat Animal Evaluation (3) Visual and objective appraisal and evaluation of beef cattle, swine, and sheep for functional efficiency. Comparative dairy judging, oral reasons, breed classification programs, economic value of conformation traits. Evaluation of horses for soundness and functional efficiency and the relationship of form to function in various breeds of horses. (OC)
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – sophomore.
380 Animal Health Management (3) Characteristics, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of major diseases and parasites. Immunization, health regulations and herd health programs for all farm livestock species and poultry.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 220.
381 Animal Nutrition and Production Systems (3) Fundamentals of production and management systems with an emphasis on nutrition in beef, dairy, pork, and poultry programs. Application of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, and marketing into enterprise systems. Decision-making management practices and information resources, enterprise evaluation, and comparison of production systems.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
Registration Restriction(s): Not open to animal science majors.
395 Careers Seminar (1) Preparing students for career opportunities in animal agriculture, including both industry and academic advancement. Topics will include resume preparation, interview skills, internship opportunities, and Web-based employment search guides.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – junior.
420 Advanced Reproduction (3) Collection, evaluation, and preservation of ova, spermatozoa and embryos; application of methods of natural breeding and techniques of artificial insemination and embryo transfer; herd sire and dam evaluation; pregnancy determination; gestation and parturition; infertility; recent advances in theriogenology.
Contact Hour Distribution: 1 hour and 2 labs.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 320.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – senior.
430 Nutrient Evaluation and Ration Formulation (3) Ration nutrient analysis and formulation for beef and dairy cattle, sheep, horses, swine, poultry, laboratory, zoo and companion animals. Mathematics and computer solutions and applications to formulating complex rations with constraints.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 330.
461 Advanced Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Horse, Poultry, Sheep and Swine Judging (1) Specialization in judging; evaluation, selection and presentation of oral reasons for classes of beef cattle, dairy cattle horses, poultry, sheep, and swine.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 labs.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Permission: Consent of department head.
481 Beef Cattle Production and Management (3) Integration of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, and marketing into complete production and management programs. Structure of industry, enterprise establishment, systems of production, production practices, and improvement programs. Management evaluated in terms of production response and economic returns. Comparisons made to small ruminant, forage-based production systems.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 330 and 380.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 320 and 340.
482 Dairy Cattle Production and Management (3) Integration of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, and marketing into complete production and management programs. Structure of industry, enterprise establishment, systems of production, production practices and herd improvement programs. Alternatives evaluated in terms of production responses and economic returns.
Credit Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 320 and 340.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 330 and 380.
483 Pork Production and Management (3) Integration of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, and marketing into complete production and management programs. Structure of industry, enterprise establishment, systems of production, production practices, and improvement program. Management evaluated in terms of production responses and economic returns.
Credit Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 320 and 340.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 330 and 380.
484 Poultry Production and Management (3) Integration of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, and marketing into complete production and management programs. Structure of industry, enterprise establishment, systems of production, production practices, and improvement programs. Management evaluated in terms of production responses and economic returns.
Credit Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 320 and 340.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 330 and 380.
485 Horse Production and Management (3) Integration of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology and ethology into complete production and management programs. Types of enterprises, management of feed and pasture resources, health maintenance and first aid, breeding and foaling, farm structures and equipment.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 330 and 380.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 320 and 340.
489 Companion, Zoo, and Lab Animal Management (3) Principles of nutrition, physiology, breeding, handling, and history of breeds of common household pets, zoo animals, and animals used in scientific research. Specific species requirements and peculiarities. Laws and agencies governing use of laboratory animals. Laboratory analysis of blood metabolites commonly used to monitor health and nutritional status.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 330 and 380.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 320 and 340.
492 Animal Science Field Study (1-6) Off-campus work experience approved by the department. Objective is to compliment traditional classroom activities and give the student an opportunity to gain experience in industry. Students must submit official approval form prior to registration. The student will be evaluated on knowledge and skills and must submit a written summary after program completion.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – sophomore.
Registration Permission: Consent of department head.
493 Independent Study in Animal Science (1-3) Approved supervised study in areas not formally presented in a course offered in the department. Written proposal of study is approved by the Department of Animal Science Undergraduate Committee. After completion of study, a written report is required and this report is maintained on file in the reference room of the department.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – sophomore.
Registration Permission: Consent of department head.
494 Animal Science Teaching Assistant (1) Assist the primary instructor in laboratory instruction and demonstrations.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – senior.
Registration Permission: Consent of department head.
495 Ethics in Animal Agriculture (1) Discussion and presentations on issues related to ethics in animal research and industry.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – senior.