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Stars And Galaxies
An introductory course appropriate for science majors, engineering majors, and students with a strong math and science background. Topics include: the observed properties of stars and the methods used to determine them, the structure and evolution of stars, the end-points of stellar evolution, our galaxy, the interstellar medium, external galaxies, quasars, and cosmology. Prerequisite: 1 semester of calculus. (Gen.Ed. PS)
Animal Business Management
The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the various business management decisions involved in the organization and operation of an animal-related firm for continuous profit and production efficiency. Students will acquire knowledge and proficiency in applying the various economic principles and business management analysis concepts which aid an owner/operator in the decision-making process for an animal-related business operation. Prereq: ANIMLSCI 103 or permission of instructor.
Veterinary Microbiology
A team-oriented microbiology laboratory course for skill development and discovery, focusing on the importance of microbes in animal health and disease, and laboratory exercises designed to encourage students to develop and test hypotheses then think critically about their observations.
Dairy Herd Mgt
Managerial problems and practices associated with successful dairying in the Northeast and the U.S. Includes dairy cattle nutrition, selection, breeding, lactation, and waste management.
ST-Cancer and Chemoprevention
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Equine Reproduction
Horse breeding will provide understanding and hands-on opportunity in equine reproduction. Specifically, semen collection, evaluation and processing practice; discussion in mare breeding management and use of hormones; preparation of the mare for breeding; introduction to embryo transfer. Additionally, the mares in the breeding program at the Hadley Farm will be worked-on during laboratories and students will be able to participate in teasing and decision-making on breeding management and assisting in foaling. Client based cases may also be introduced during lab sessions.