Graduate Degree Programs
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.
Effective: Summer 1998
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.
Effective: Spring 2002
Prerequisite:
AN SC 305 andAN 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.
Effective: Summer 1999
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.
Effective: Spring 2004
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.
Effective: Fall 2006 Ending: Fall 2009
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.
Effective: Summer 2002
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.
Effective: Spring 2003
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.
Effective: Spring 2002
AN SC 418
(AGECO 418, SOILS 418)
Nutrient Management in Agricultural Systems (3) Comprehensive review of nutrient flow in animal agricultural systems, environmental regulations, and environmental stewardship practices.
Effective: Summer 2003
AN SC 419W
Applied Animal Welfare (3) Assessment of management practices impacting animal welfare; devoted to livestock species, companion animals, captive exotic species, and animals in research.
Effective: Spring 2009
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201 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.
Effective: Spring 1994
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.
Effective: Summer 2004
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.
Effective: Summer 1998
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.
Effective: Summer 1999
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.
Effective: Summer 1999
Prerequisite:
AN SC 324
AN SC 425
(VB SC 425)
Principles of Avian Diseases (3) Principles of pathogenesis and control of diseases in poultry and other avian populations. Case material used where appropriate.
Effective: Spring 2009
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201, 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.
Effective: Summer 1998
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.
Effective: Spring 2009
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201 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.
Effective: Summer 1999
Prerequisite:
3 credits in animal physiology
AN SC 432
Techniques in Livestock Reproduction (2) Demonstration and practice in estrus detection, inseminating techniques, pregnancy detection, embryo recovery and transfer methods.
Effective: Fall 2008
Prerequisite:
AN SC 431W
AN SC 437
(AEE 437)
Equine Facilitated Therapy (3) Equine Facilitated Therapy uses equine-related activities to contribute positively to the wellbeing of people with disabilities.
Effective: Spring 2002
AN SC 442
Quantitative Inheritance and Animal Breeding (3) Genes in populations: additive and nonadditive gene effects; selection and mating systems.
Effective: Fall 1983
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.
Effective: Spring 2009
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201, 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.
Effective: Summer 1998
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310, AN SC 400, AN SC 410
AN SC 457
Equine Reproduction and Breeding Farm Management (3) Advanced aspects of equine reproduction will be covered, including collection of semen, processing it for shipment, and insemination of mares.
Effective: Summer 2008
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327, AN SC 407
AN SC 467
Equine Nutrition and Feeding (3) Equine gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology; energy and nutrient requirements for body functions; applied interrelationships between nutrition, health, and performance.
Effective: Summer 2008
Prerequisite:
AN SC 301, AN SC 327
AN SC 479
(BIOL 479)
General Endocrinology (3) Endocrine mechanisms regulating the morphogenesis, homeostasis, and functional integration of animals.
Effective: Fall 2009
Prerequisite:
BIOL 141 orBIOL 472
AN SC 496
Independent Studies (1-18) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 496A
Animal Sciences Teaching Assistant (2) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 496A
Animal Sciences Teaching Assistant (2) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 496A
Teaching Assistant (2) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 496H
Animal Science Honors Independent Study (1-18) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 496H
AN SC Honors Independent Studies (1-18) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 496H
AN SC Honors Independent Studies (1-18) Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 497
Special Topics (1-9) Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject which may be topical or of special interest.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 497A
Poultry Science Study Tour to the Netherlands (2) To enhance student understanding of global poultry production systems, increase their awareness of key issues facing the poultry industries of the European Union, and to introduce them to the culture of the Netherlands.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 497B
Animal Genomics (3) Approaches and techniques used to sequence and analyze genomes and their application in animal breeding, production and technology.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 497B
Companion Animal Behavior (3) Genetic, physiological and environmental bases of canine and feline behavior with applications to management, welfare and behavior modification.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 497B
Animal Genomics (3) Approaches and techniques used to sequence and analyze genomes and their application in animal breeding, production and technology.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 497C
Animal Biotechniques Lab (2) Laboratory based course that exposes students to molecular biology techniques with applied emphasis on livestock agriculture and animal biotechnology.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 497C
Riding Instructor Training (1) Management of equestrian riding lessons, teaching techniques, lesson plans, program planning, events coordination, time management and handling of mounted groups.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 497C
Animal Biotech Lab (2) Laboratory based course that exposes students to molecular biology techniques with applied emphasis on livestock agriculture and animal biotechnology.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 497D
Dairy Challenge (1) Students will complete whole farm evaluations to gain experience identifying limitations to productivity and profitability of dairies.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 497D
Dairy Challenge (1) Students will complete whole farm evaluations to gain experience identifying limitations to productivity and profitability of dairies.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 497D
Dairy Challenge (1) Students will complete whole farm evaluations to gain experience identifying limitations to productivity and profitability of dairies.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 497E
Advanced Beef Production (3) Advanced beef cattle management: application of scientific and business principles to practical beef cattle management using case studies. Must be 7th semester standing.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 497E
The Clocks That Time Us (3) Biological clocks of varying time scales are found in all living organisms and directly control virtually every physiological and behavioral processes in the body. Consequently, the understanding of how clocks function is important to our understanding of biology itself. This class will examine the molecular, cellular and systems level mechanisms that animals utilize to adapt to rhythmic changes in the physical environment, in particular focusing on the mechanisms of biological clock function as they relate to real world outcomes.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 497E
Advanced Beef Production (3) Advanced beef cattle management; application of scientific and business principles to practical beef cattle management using case studies. Must be 7th semester standing.
Effective: Fall 2010 Ending: Fall 2010 Future: Fall 2010
AN SC 497F
Applied Management Principles (1) Students will learn to apply business management skills to the animal production environment through interactive discussions and assignments.
Effective: Fall 2009 Ending: Fall 2009
AN SC 497F
Advanced Swine Production (2) An on-line course to provide the student with an in depth exposure to one or more aspects of swine production.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
Prerequisite:
AN SC 306
AN SC 497G
Survey of US Dairy (1) Students will visit and evaluate dairy and other agricultural industries in different areas of the U.S.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 498
Special Topics (1-9) Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject which may be topical or of special interest.
Effective: Fall 1992
AN SC 499
(IL)
Foreign Studies (1-12) Courses offered in foreign countries by individual or group instruction.
Effective: Summer 2005
AN SC 500
Foundation Readings in Animal Science (1 per semester/maximum of 2) Scientific articles that have significantly impacted the animal sciences will be read and discussed.
Effective: Summer 2009
AN SC 502
Scientific Scholarship (2) Consideration of the scientific method and thinking relative to scholarship, grantsmanship, and the mechanism of grantsmanship.
Effective: Summer 1996
AN SC 506
(NUTRN 506)
Ruminology (3) Physiological, biochemical, and microbiological activities occurring within the rumen and the relation of rumen function to animal response.
Effective: Summer 1987
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.
Effective: Fall 1983
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.
Effective: Fall 1983
Prerequisite:
3 credits in biochemistry; 3 credits in physiology
AN SC 515
Advanced Physiology of Reproduction in Farm Animals (1-6) Advanced physiology of reproduction in farm animals.
Effective: Fall 1983
Prerequisite:
3 credits each of reproductive physiology systemic physiology and endocrinology
AN SC 590
Colloquium (1-9; 1 per semester) Continuing seminars which consist of a series of individual lectures by faculty, students, or outside speakers.
Effective: Summer 2009
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.
Effective: Spring 1987
AN SC 597
Special Topics (1-9) Formal courses given on a topical or special interest subject which may be offered infrequently; several different topics may be taught in one year or term.
Effective: Spring 1987
AN SC 597B
Scientific Writing (1) The process of writing and reviewing manuscripts and theses in the biological sciences will be discussed. The course grade will be determined from performance on writing assignments and a final exam.
Effective: Spring 2010 Ending: Spring 2010 Future: Spring 2010
AN SC 598
Special Topics (1-9) Formal courses given on a topical or special interest subject which may be offered infrequently; several different topics may be taught in one year or semester.
Effective: Summer 1995
AN SC 600
Thesis Research (1-15) No description.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 601
Ph.D. Dissertation Full-Time (0) No description.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 602
Supervised Experience in College Teaching (1-3 per semester/maximum of 6) Experience in developing, organizing, and conducting lectures/laboratories; evaluation and counseling students and related resident education activities.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 603
Foreign Academic Experience (1-12) Foreign study and/or research constituting progress toward the degree at a foreign university.
Effective: Fall 2008
AN SC 610
Thesis Research Off Campus (1-15) No description.
Effective: Fall 1983
AN SC 611
Ph.D. Dissertation Part-Time (0) No description.
Effective: Fall 1983
NOTE: Also see course listed under Animal Nutrition, Poultry Science, and Veterinary Science.
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