Animal Science (AN SC)

AN SC 001 ANIMAL SCIENCE ( 4) Scope of animal and poultry science; genetic, physiological, nutritional, and health factors in food production.

AN SC 037 HORSE AND MAN ( 2) Relationship of horse and man; development of breeds; use, adaptability, and economic importance of the horse in today's society.

AN SC 097 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 098 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 100 ANIMAL AGRICULTURE ( 3) Magnitude, importance, and complexity of the beef, dairy, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine industries, with particular emphasis on Pennsylvania agriculture.

AN SC 110S CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY ( 1) An introductory survey of animal biotechnology in society, the role for biotechnology and how it will benefit society.

AN SC 197 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 198 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 207 (FD SC) ANIMAL PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY ( 2) Composition, safety, palatability, preservation, and processing of foods from animals, impact of animal production, and handling practices on product properties.

AN SC 208 (FD SC) ANIMAL PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY ( 1) Harvesting and processing of foods from animals; hands-on and demonstration exercises; industry procedures for processing meat, milk, and egg products. Prerequisite: or concurrent: AN SC 207

AN SC 211 INTRODUCTION TO AVIAN BIOLOGY ( 3) Introduces the biology of birds; lectures, laboratories on anatomy and function, incubation, breeding, disease control, management techniques, and student projects. Prerequisite: or concurrent: BIOL 110 ; or BIOL 011 , BIOL 012

AN SC 213 INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY ( 3) An introduction to the multidisciplinary area of animal biotechnology: from molecular, genetic, genomics and development issues to their technological applications. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 , BIOL 110 , CHEM 110 CHEM 112

AN SC 215 (GS) PETS IN SOCIETY ( 3) Introduction to the varied roles that companion animals play in human society and their impact on human activity and well-being.

AN SC 217 INTRODUCTION TO HORSE JUDGING ( 2) Introductory analysis of halter and performance classes of stock-type horses, with emphasis on conformation, gaits, patterns, and oral reasons.

AN SC 290W CAREERS IN ANIMAL AGRICULTURE ( 1) A description and analysis of career opportunities in the animal sciences and allied industries.

AN SC 296 INDEPENDENT STUDIES ( 1 -18)

AN SC 297 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 298 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 300 (GN) INTEGRATED ANIMAL BIOLOGY ( 3) An integrated study of the biology of domestic animal growth and the underlying cellular, endocrine and immune systems involved. Prerequisite: BIOL 011 and BIOL 012 , or BIOL 110 ; at least third-semester standing

AN SC 301 PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL NUTRITION ( 3) Nutrients and their metabolism; the nutritional requirements of livestock; the nutritional value of various feeds; principles of ration formulation. Prerequisite: 3 credits in biochemistry or organic chemistry

AN SC 305 COMPANION ANIMAL NUTRITION ( 3) Principles of care and nutrition and contemporary importance of companion animals with emphasis on canine and feline species. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 306 SWINE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 3) Application of the principles of enterprise and facility development, operations management, quality control, public relations, marketing for the efficient operation of a swine production business. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 308 SHEEP AND GOAT PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 4) Application of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, health, facilities, marketing, and product development, to animal production agriculture. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 309 BEEF CATTLE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 4) Application of principles of nutrition, breeding, physiology, health, facilities, and marketing to produce and manage beef efficiently. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 310 DAIRY CATTLE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 3) Principles of dairy management including the dairy industry and control points associated with nutrition, genetics, lactation, reproduction, and housing. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 311 POULTRY PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 3) The application of fundamental concepts and preparation for careers in the economically integrated commercial poultry industry. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 314 LABORATORY METHODS IN RODENT RESEARCH ( 2) Application of methods and techniques in small animal research including handling, necropsy procedures; histology and molecular methods including genotying. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 , AN SC 213

AN SC 315 SMALL ANIMAL HEALTH AND DISEASE ( 3) Introduction to the principles of small animal health, including the recogniti recognition, prevention and control of common small animal diseases. Prerequisite: MICRB 106 or MICRB 201 or permission of program

AN SC 317 HORSE HANDLING AND TRAINING ( 3) Responses of horses to various stimuli during the training period. Laboratory exercises involve extensive practice with young horses. Prerequisite: AN SC 327 and approved level of horsemanship

AN SC 322 PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL BREEDING ( 3) The fundamental principles of genetics as applied to breeding farm animals.

AN SC 324 VALUE DETERMINATION OF MEAT ANIMALS ( 3) Live animal and carcass evaluation of cattle, sheep, and swine to determine value of market animals and meat products.

AN SC 327 HORSE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT ( 3) Principles of selection, breeding, feeding, management, and marketing of horses; emphasis on light horses. Prerequisite: AN SC 001

AN SC 331W APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTION IN FARM ANIMALS ( 3) Physiological principles controlling reproductive patterns of cattle, horses, sheep, and swine; factors affecting fertility and methods for improving reproductive efficiency. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 ; 3 credits of physiology

AN SC 395 ANIMAL SCIENCE INTERNSHIP ( 1 -12) Supervised field experience and study related to the student's major professional interest. Written and oral critique of activity required. Prerequisite: Animal Sciences majors; 6 credits in major plus approval of proposed assignment by instructor prior to advance registration deadline in semester preceding the semester in which the assignment is to be completed

AN SC 397 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 398 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 400 APPLICATION OF MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES ( 1) Students will learn to apply business management skills to the animal production environment through interactive discussions and assignments. Prerequisite: seventh-semester standing

AN SC 405 ADVANCED CANINE NUTRITION AND MANAGEMENT ( 3) Application of biological principles to the care and nutrition of dogs; interactive discussions of contemporary nutrition and management issues. Prerequisite: AN SC 305 and AN SC 400 ; or permission of program

AN SC 407 ADVANCED HORSE MANAGEMENT ( 3) Detailed study of anatomy and physiology of the horse as related to nutrition, reproduction, athletic ability, unsoundness and control of diseases and parasites. Detailed discussion of management practices, facility design and contemporary issues. Prerequisite: AN SC 327 , AN SC 400

AN SC 410 ADVANCED DAIRY HERD MANAGEMENT ( 4) Application of dairy herd management principles using case studies and actual dairy farm situations. Prerequisite: AN SC 310 . Prerequisite or concurrent: AN SC 400

AN SC 411 ADVANCED POULTRY MANAGEMENT ( 3) Students will be required to seek the solutions to problems and to make management decisions using a case study format. Prerequisite: AN SC 311 . Prerequisite or concurrent: AN SC 400

AN SC 413 TRANSGENIC BIOLOGY ( 3) The principles and concepts used to generate genetically engineered animals by pronuclear, knockout, and cloning methods; and applied biotechnology applications. Prerequisite: a course in Molecular Biology and/or Biochemistry and/or Genetics

AN SC 414 COMPREHENSIVE ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY ( 3) A comprehensive review of the multidisciplinary area of animal biotechnology examining historical developments, current progress, and future directions. Prerequisite: 3 credits in molecular biology, genomics, genetics, or biotechnology courses

AN SC 417 HORSE JUDGING ( 2) Evaluation and selection of halter and performance horses, and presentation of oral reasons.

AN SC 418 (AGECO;SOILS) NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS ( 3) Comprehensive review of nutrient flow in animal agricultural systems, environmental regulations, and environmental stewardship practices.

AN SC 419 APPLIED ANIMAL WELFARE ( 3) Assessment of management practices impacting animal welfare; devoted to livestock species, companion animals, captive exotic species, and animals in research. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 or 6 credits of biology

AN SC 420 ANIMAL NUTRITION AND FEED TECHNOLOGY ( 4) Feedstuff evaluation, quality control, handling, storage: life cycle feeding of beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, swine, horses, and poultry. Prerequisite: AN SC 301

AN SC 421 POULTRY EVALUATION AND SELECTION ( 2) Introduction and application of standards and principles used to evaluate live poultry and poultry products. Prerequisite: permission of program

AN SC 422 DAIRY CATTLE EVALUATION AND SELECTION ( 3) Methods used in evaluation of production and type traits and their role in selecting dairy breeding stock domestically and internationally. Prerequisite: AN SC 322

AN SC 423 COMPARATIVE PHYSIOLOGY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS ( 3) A comparative approach to understanding body function in domesticated avian and mammalian species. Prerequisite: BIOL 110

AN SC 424 LIVESTOCK BREEDING EVALUATION AND SELECTION ( 3) Evaluation and selection of beef cattle, sheep, swine, and horses; critical analysis of performance records and genetic evaluations. Prerequisite: AN SC 324

AN SC 425 (VB SC) PRINCIPLES OF AVIAN DISEASES ( 3) Principles of pathogenesis and control of diseases in poultry and other avian populations. Case material used where appropriate. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 , BIOL 110 , 4 credits in microbiology, and 3 credits of anatomy and/or physiology

AN SC 426 ADVANCED JUDGING AND SELECTION ( 2 per semester, maximum of 4) Development of critical thinking and communication skills through evaluation and selection of animals and animal products. Prerequisite: AN SC 322

AN SC 427 MILK SECRETION ( 3) Development and physiology of the mammary gland and factors which affect the amount and composition of milk produced. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 , 3 additional credits in dairy science

AN SC 431W PHYSIOLOGY OF MAMMALIAN REPRODUCTION ( 4) Physiological processes of reproduction in animals, including the use of current and emerging technologies. Prerequisite: 3 credits in animal physiology

AN SC 432 TECHNIQUES IN CATTLE REPRODUCTION ( 1) Demonstration and practice in estrus detection, inseminating techniques, pregnancy detection, embryo recovery and transfer methods. Prerequisite: or concurrent: AN SC 431W

AN SC 437 (AEE) EQUINE FACILITATED THERAPY ( 3) Equine Facilitated Therapy uses equine-related activities to contribute positively to the wellbeing of people with disabilities.

AN SC 442 QUANTITATIVE INHERITANCE AND ANIMAL BREEDING ( 3) Genes in populations: additive and nonadditive gene effects; selection and mating systems. Prerequisite: 3 credits in genetics and breeding; 3 credits in statistics

AN SC 447 APPLIED EQUINE BEHAVIOR ( 3) Theory and application of behavior principles as they apply to horses in free- running and domestic situations. Prerequisite: AN SC 001 , AN SC 327 , and fifth-semester standing; or fifth-semester standing and six credits in biology; or permisssion of the instructor

AN SC 450 DAIRY FARM MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS ( 3) Capstone course emphasizing integration of dairy farm management principles into whole farm systems. Prerequisite: AN SC 310 , AN SC 400 , AN SC 410

AN SC 457 EQUINE REPRODUCTION AND BREEDING FARM MANAGEMENT ( 3) Effective Date: S12008 Advanced aspects of equine reproduction will be covered, including collection of semen, processing it for shipment, and insemination of mares. Prerequisite: AN SC 327 , AN SC 407

AN SC 467 EQUINE NUTRITION AND FEEDING ( 3) Effective Date: S12008 Equine gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology; energy and nutrient requirements for body functions; applied interrelationships between nutrition, health, and performance. Prerequisite: AN SC 301 , AN SC 327

AN SC 496 INDEPENDENT STUDIES ( 1 -18)

AN SC 497 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 498 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 499 (IL) FOREIGN STUDIES ( 1 -12)

AN SC 502 SCIENTIFIC SCHOLARSHIP ( 2) Consideration of the scientific method and thinking relative to scholarship, grantsmanship, and the mechanism of grantsmanship.

AN SC 506 (NUTRN) RUMINOLOGY ( 3) Physiological, biochemical, and microbiological activities occurring within the rumen and the relation of rumen function to animal response. Prerequisite: at least one course in each of the following areas: animal nutrition, physiology, microbiology, and biochemistry

AN SC 510 ANIMAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODS ( 3) Application of scientific method; experimental design and procedures; analyzing, interpreting, and reporting research results. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 400-level statistics

AN SC 514 ANIMAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ( 3) Cellular, metabolic, and nutritional aspects of fetal and postnatal tissue growth; role of the endocrine system in regulation of animal growth. Prerequisite: 3 credits in biochemistry; 3 credits in physiology

AN SC 515 ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTION IN FARM ANIMALS ( 1 - 6 per semester) Advanced physiology of reproduction in farm animals. Prerequisite: 3 credits each of reproductive physiology, systemic physiology, and endocrinology

AN SC 590 COLLOQUIUM ( 1 - 9) Continuing seminars which consist of a series of individual lectures by faculty, students, or outside speakers.

AN SC 596 INDIVIDUAL STUDIES ( 1 - 9) Creative projects, including nonthesis research, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.

AN SC 597 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

AN SC 598 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

NOTE: Also see course listed under Animal Nutrition, Poultry Science, and Veterinary Science.

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Effective Date: Current

Review Date: 05/02/2008

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