Detailed study of macro and micro nutrients, their digestion, absorption, and metabolism by various domesticated animal species for maintenance and production. Introduction to feeding programs.

Detailed study of macro and micro nutrients, their digestion, absorption, and metabolism by various domesticated animal species for maintenance and production. Introduction to feeding programs.

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.

This course covers mendelian and non-mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, genetic mapping, developmental and population genetics. Emphasis on genetics in animal models.

This lecture course emphasizes the theoretical and practical aspects of emergency and critical care in the management of medical and traumatic emergencies by the veterinary technician. Recognition, assessment, and treatment of common small animal emergencies such as cardiovascular shock, respiratory crisis, gastrointestinal emergency, and musculoskeletal trauma.

This lecture course emphasizes the theoretical and practical aspects of emergency and critical care in the management of medical and traumatic emergencies by the veterinary technician. Recognition, assessment, and treatment of common small animal emergencies such as cardiovascular shock, respiratory crisis, gastrointestinal emergency, and musculoskeletal trauma.

Basic training techniques. The methodology and psychology of training horses. Includes halter breaking, lunging, driving, breaking the horse to ride.

Basic training techniques. The methodology and psychology of training horses. Includes halter breaking, lunging, driving, breaking the horse to ride.

Internship or other pre-professional work experience in the field of animal science under the guidance of a faculty member.

Internship or other pre-professional work experience in the field of animal science under the guidance of a faculty member.