USP Codes are listed in brackets by the 1991 USP code followed by the 2003 USP code (i.e. [M2<>QB]).

1000. Intellectual Community in Animal and Veterinary Sciences. 1. [(none)<>I, L] Introduction to the field of animal and veterinary sciences and the purpose and philosophy of higher education. Major issues in the field will be explored through writing and class discussion. The undergraduate curriculum and career options are also discussed.

1010. Livestock Production. 4. Scope of industry, management of beef cattle, sheep, dairy cattle, horses, swine and poultry. Introduces breeding and genetics, reproduction and nutrition of domestic animals. Acquaints students with wool, meat, dairy and poultry products. (Normally offered fall semester)

1030. Equine Management. 3. An overview of the horse industry and proper way to manage horses.

1070. Livestock Fitting and Showing. 1. Teaches fitting and showing techniques for domestic livestock. Students will have the opportunity to fit an animal of their choice and participate in the Little International Livestock Show at the Animal Science Livestock Center. (Normally offered fall semester)

2010. Domestic Animal Metabolism. 3. Integrates cellular and whole-animal metabolism through introduction to metabolic regulation. Introduces students to the nomenclature, structures and functions of cellular metabolites and vitamins. Knowledge of chemical structure will be applied to cellular reactions in various tissues of domestic animals. Ruminants and non-ruminants will be contrasted. Prerequisite: CHEM 1000. (Normally offered spring semester)

2020. Feeds and Feeding. 4. Nutrient classification and use, feed value, ration formulation and feeding domestic animals. (Normally offered spring semester)

2035. Companion Animal Nutrition. 3. Nutrition and biology of digestion of companion/pet animals. Fundamentals of nutrition and the nutrients, as well as appropriate terminology will be covered, with direct application to companion animals. Prerequisites: none.

3010. Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals. 4. [S1<>(none)] Teaches comparative anatomy and physiology of digestion, circulation, production, reproduction and environment of farm animals. Prerequisites: LIFE 1010 and 2022 with a grade of C or better in each. (Normally offered spring semester)

3100. Principles of Animal Nutrition. 3. Description of the nutrients, nutrient digestion and absorption, and nutrient function within the body of various domesticated animals. Prerequisites: CHEM 2300 or ANSC 2010. (Normally offered fall semester)

3150. Equine Nutrition and Physiology. 3. Provides general knowledge of nutrition, physiology and biochemistry of exercise and reproductive processes of equine. Prerequisite: 4 hours of biology. (Normally offered fall semester)

3550. Livestock Judging. 1-2 (Max. 6). Livestock judging only. Students representing the university in national and regional contests are selected from this course. Requires field trips. Prerequisite: 6 hours in animal science or consent of instructor. (Normally offered both semesters)

4061. Cell Signaling. 3. Cell signaling pathways in animal growth and development. Defines how cells respond to external stimuli. Includes: G-protein couple signaling, calcium signaling, growth factor associated signaling, redox signaling, lipid related signaling, and apoptosis. Dual listed with ANSC 5061. Prerequisites: MOLB 3610 or an equivalent biochemistry or cell biology course. (Normally offered fall semester)

4100. Nutritional Management. 3. Integration and application of the principles of nutrition. Addresses nutrient requirements, feed composition and nutritional value, in addition to feeding management strategies for various classes of farm animals. Provides practical nutritional experience through laboratory. Dual listed with ANSC 5100. Prerequisite: ANSC 3100. (Normally offered spring semester)

4120. Principles of Mammalian Reproduction. 3. Overview of the anatomy, physiology, endocrinology and biochemistry of reproductive processes in male and female mammals. Cross listed with ZOO 4120. Dual listed with ANSC 5120. Prerequisite: a course in systemic anatomy and physiology/endocrinology or consent of instructor. (Normally offered fall semester and on a continual basis by independent study)

4130. Management of Reproduction. 3. Lecture-laboratory course. Introduces methods of manipulating reproduction within livestock management systems. Includes artificial insemination, diagnosis of pregnancy, induction and control of estrus and ovulation, induction of parturition, embryo transfer and control and prevention of diseases. Prerequisite: ANSC 4120 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered spring semester)

4150. Physiology of Ruminant Digestion. 3. Anatomical structure, function and symbiotic relationship of ruminant digestive system. Dual listed with ANSC 5150. Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered spring semester)

4210. Wool Structures and Properties. 2. Chemical structure and reactions of wool fiber, as well as physical properties as related to structure. Prerequisite: CHEM 2300 or equivalent. (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)

4220. Advanced Beef Production and Management. 3. Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in beef production management schemes. Emphasizes analysis and decision making. Consists of two hours of lecture and two hours of lab, with approximately one-half of labs meeting at Animal Science Livestock Center. Prerequisite: ANSC 3100, 4120, 4540 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered spring semester)

4230. Advanced Sheep Production Management. 3. Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in sheep production management schemes. Prerequisite: ANSC 3100, 4120, 4540 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered spring semester)

4240 [3330]. Advanced Swine Production and Management. 3. Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in swine production management schemes. Consists of two hours of lecture and two hours of lab, with at least one-half of labs meeting at Animal Science Livestock Center. Prerequisites: ANSC 3100, 4120, or 4540. (Normally offered fall semester)

4260. Mammalian Endocrinology. 3. Introduces principles of endocrinology, role of endocrine systems in regulating metabolism, growth, reproduction and lactation in mammals. Cross listed with ZOO 4260. Dual listed with ANSC 5260. Prerequisite: ANSC 3010, ZOO 2110 or 4220. (Normally offered fall semester)

4500. Problems in Animal Science. 1-3 (Max. 6). Provides opportunity for students to conduct supervised research in breeding, genetics, management, nutrition and physiology. Prerequisites: 6 hours in animal science and consent of instructor. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

4540. Principles of Animal Breeding. 3. [M3<>(none)] Discusses genetic principles underlying animal improvement; introductory population genetics; heritability; systems of mating; and selection. Prerequisites: MATH 1000 or a statistics course; LIFE 4000 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered fall semester)

4550. Internship in Animal Science. 1-4 (Max. 8). Provides opportunities to acquire experience in a field of interest to the student. Offers learning experiences that are difficult, if not impossible, to realize in classroom settings. Following off-campus educational experience, students are more able to evaluate potential career opportunities and select additional classes on-campus to complement career direction. Offered S/U grade only. Prerequisites: sophomore standing; 2.5 GPA. (Offered fall, spring and summer)

4630. Topics and Issues in Animal Science. 3. [W3<>WC] Writing-intensive course that focuses on writing projects related to current topics and issues in animal science. Emphasizes writing skills, strategies, information gathering and critical judgment. Assignments include short and long papers, resumes, letters of transmittal, and oral presentations. Prerequisites: senior standing and completion of W1<>WA and W2<>WB writing requirements. (Offered spring semester)

4700. Behavior of Domestic Animals. 2. Applied ethology emphasizing the behavioral biology of domestic and companion animals iwth a concentration on causes and treatments of unwanted behaviors. Ethological approaches include evolutionary, genetic, neural, and hormonal considerations. The foundations of classical and operant conditioning are discussed in relation to behavior modification techniques. Prerequisites: LIFE 2022 or equivalent; ANSC 3010.

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