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.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 097
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 098
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 100
(GN)
Introduction to Animal Industries (3) Students will study the biology, production systems, terminology, and emerging issues of the N. American animal industries.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 107
Introduction to Equine Science and the Equine Industry (2) Prepare students to proceed into further studies in equine science by providing background to communicate effectively with educators and industry.
Effective: Summer 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 117
Equine Marketing (2) Principles of marketing and event planning including marketing systems, advertising, management systems, team building and other aspects of conducting a purebred livestock sale. Students learn through the planning and conducting of the annual Penn State Equine Science Showcase and Registered Quarter Horse Sale.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 197
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 198
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 201
Animal Science (4) Scope of animal and poultry science; genetic, physiological, nutritional, and health factors in food production.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 207
(FD SC 207)
Animal Products Technology (2) Composition, safety, palatability, preservation, and processing of foods from animals, impact of animal production, and handling practices on product properties.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 208
(FD SC 208)
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 1999 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:BIOL 110 ; orBIOL 011, BIOL 012
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.
Effective: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
BIOL 110
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201, 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.
Effective: Summer 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 225
Introduction to Dairy Judging (1) Training in the visual evaluation of dairy cattle and practice in defending decisions through oral reasons.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 226
Meat Selection and Grading (2) Training in identifying, grading, and judging carcasses and wholesale cuts of meat and in selection and identification of specification cuts.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
AN SC 290W
Careers in Animal Agriculture (1) A description and analysis of career opportunities in the animal sciences and allied industries.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 291
Externship with Animal Science Business (1-2 per semester/maximum of 4) Students will obtain a one-week on site work experience with an animal-related agribusiness.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 296
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 297
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 298
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: Summer 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
BIOL 011 andBIOL 012 orBIOL 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.
Effective: Summer 1999 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
3 credits in biochemistry or organic chemistry
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.
Effective: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
CHEM 202, CHEM 210
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
AN SC 311
Poultry Production and Management (4) The application of fundamental concepts and preparation for careers in the economically integrated commercial poultry industry.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
MICRB 106 orMICRB 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.
Effective: Summer 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 322H
Principles of Animal Breeding (3) The fundamental principles of genetics as applied to breeding farm animals.
Effective: Fall 2013 Ending: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 327
Horse Production and Management (3) Principles of selection, breeding, feeding, management, and marketing of horses; emphasis on light horses.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
AN SC 350
Dairy Problem Solving (2) Students will use dairy records to analyze herd performance in order to identify bottlenecks for higher productivity.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:AN SC 310
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.
Effective: Summer 2013
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) Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject which may be topical or of special interest.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 398
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: Summer 2013
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 305 or permission of program
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 305 or permission of the 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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310
AN SC 410
Advanced Dairy Herd Management (4) Application of dairy herd management principles using case studies and actual dairy farm situations.
Effective: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
a course in Molecular Biology and/or Biochemistry and/or Genetics
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
B M B 211 orBIOL 230W andAN SC 322 orBIOL 222
AN SC 415
Companion Animal Behavior (3) Detailed study of companion animal behavior; including individual, developmental, and environmental bases of behavior with applied demonstration and discussion.
Effective: Spring 2013
Prerequisite:
BIOL 110
AN SC 417
Horse Judging (2) Evaluation and selection of halter and performance horses, and presentation of oral reasons.
Effective: Spring 2002 Ending: Summer 2013
AN SC 417
Horse Judging (2) Evaluation and selection of halter and performance horses, and presentation of oral reasons.
Effective: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 217
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 2013
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: Summer 2013
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: Summer 2013
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 2013
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 2013
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 2013
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 2013
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: Summer 2013
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 2013
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201 3 additional credits in dairy science
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 201
AN SC 429
Advanced Beef Cattle Production (3) Application of scientific and business principles to practical production and management issues using case studies or selected live settings.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 309
AN SC 431W
Physiology of Mammalian Reproduction (4) Physiological processes of reproduction in animals, including the use of current and emerging technologies.
Effective: Summer 2013
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: Summer 2013
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 Ending: Summer 2013
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327
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: Summer 2013
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310, AN SC 410
AN SC 450
Dairy Farm Management Systems (3) Capstone course emphasizing integration of dairy farm management principles into whole farm systems.
Effective: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310, AN SC 350, AN SC 410 ; or permission of program
AN SC 451
Dairy Systems Analysis (1-2 per semester/maximum of 2) Students will evaluate all systems of a working dairy farm business.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 310 prerequisite or concurrent:AN SC 410
Concurrent:
AN SC 450
prerequisite or concurrent:
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 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327, AN SC 407
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: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327
AN SC 467W
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 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 301
AN SC 477
Riding Instructor Training (1) Management of equestrian riding lessons, teaching techniques, lesson plans, program planning, time management, and handling of mounted groups.
Effective: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 327 ; a demonstrable level of horsemanship
AN SC 479
(BIOL 479)
General Endocrinology (3) Endocrine mechanisms regulating the morphogenesis, homeostasis, and functional integration of animals.
Effective: Summer 2013
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 496A
Animal Science 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 2013 Ending: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
AN SC 496A
Animal Science 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 2014 Ending: Spring 2014 Future: Spring 2014
AN SC 496H
AN SC 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 2013 Ending: Fall 2013 Future: Fall 2013
AN SC 496H
AN SC 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: Spring 2014 Ending: Spring 2014 Future: Spring 2014
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 497A
Natural Toxicants in Feedstuffs and Poisonous Plants: Effects on Animal Health and Productivity (3) An overview of plant toxicants and mycotoxings in cereal grains, roots and tubers, protein supplements, grain legumes, and forages, and the adverse effectis that they cause when consumed by animals. Emphasis will be placed on the occurrence and chemical nature of plant and fungal toxins, their mechanism of action and metabolixm, the pathological effects that they produce in livestock poultry, and companion animals, and strategies to overcome their toxicity.
Effective: Spring 2014 Ending: Spring 2014 Future: Spring 2014
Prerequisite:
CHEM 202
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: Summer 2013
AN SC 499
(IL)
Foreign Studies (1-12) Courses offered in foreign countries by individual or group instruction.
Effective: Summer 2013
AN SC 499A
(IL)
German Poultry Industry Study Tour (2) The course will consist of an embedded program during Spring Break (7-day Study Tour of the German poultry industry as well as selected cultural and historical sites), pre-trip information sessions and faculty presentations, and post-trip student presentations. Students also will be required to write term papers on both a professional topic and a cultural or historical topic related to the Study Tour. The course will enhance student understanding of global poultry production systems, will increase student awareness of key issues facing the poultry industries of German and the European Union, and will introduce students to German culture, food, and history.
Effective: Spring 2014 Ending: Spring 2014 Future: Spring 2014
Prerequisite:
AN SC 311
AN SC 499B
(IL)
Normandy France Equine Industry Studies (0.5) Students will explore/compare United States and French Equine Industry. Topics will include breeding, training, trade issues, agricultural trade policy, animal welfare, animal health and research, marketing, equestrian event management, and farm management.
Effective: Summer 2013 Ending: Summer 2013
Prerequisite:
AN SC 499A
AN SC 499B
(IL)
Normandy France Equine Industry Studies (2.5) Students will explore/compare United States and French Equine Industry. Topics will include breeding, training, trade issues, agricultural trade policy, animal welfare, animal health and research, marketing, equestrian, event management, and farm management.
Effective: Spring 2014 Ending: Spring 2014 Future: Spring 2014
Prerequisite:
AN SC 107 plus demonstrated knowledge of the US Equine Industry (Determined thru student application)
AN SC 499C
(IL)
Normandy France Equine Industry Studies (0.5) Students will explore/compare United States and French Equine Industry. Topics will include breeding, training, trade issues, agricultural trade policy, animal welfare, animal health and research, marketing equestrian event management, and farm management.
Effective: Summer 2014 Ending: Summer 2014 Future: Summer 2014
Prerequisite:
AN SC 499B
NOTE: Also see course listed under Animal Nutrition, Poultry Science, and Veterinary Science.
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