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12 courses with the subject ASI, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ASI 120Basic Domestic Animal Handling2

[NSM] Provides study of concepts in applied animal behavior to properly and safely handle animals with basic focus on restraint and containment with the most current humane and ethical practices. The course will also focus in zoonosis and risk assessment with the parameters of domestic animal handling while providing an experiential component to practice at the 100 level. This course has an additional fee. 2 Credit(s). Lab course with 3-hour lecture and 2-hour lab for ½ of the semester Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
ASI 150151, 152 or 153 - Fitting and Showing1

Allows students hands-on experience with livestock by training in practices associated with livestock fitting and showing, the art of animal display. 1 Credit(s). 2 Contact Hour(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
ASI 180181 - 480, 481 - Practicum1

Allows the student to gain firsthand experience and knowledge of procedures and practices common to the field by providing service to program, college, business, and/or the community. Pass/Fail. 1 Credit(s). 45 Service Hour(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
AGS 110 - Agriculture Issues Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester
ASI 190290, 390 or 490 - Special Topics1-4

Specifically designed for agriculture majors to be able to design an independent study class in a specialized field that is not normally in the schedule. 1-4 Credit(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
ASI 201Introduction to Animal Science4

[NSM] A study of animal agriculture, including its scope, products derived from animals, the anatomy and physiology of farm and companion animals, animal nutrition, breeding and genetics, animal behavior, animal health, and management of farm and companion animals. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
ASI 205Horse Science3

[NSM] Provides study of scientific aspects of equine breeding, reproduction, nutrition, conditioning, performance and selection. Also includes one section on the laws concerning horses. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
BIO 105 - Concepts in Biology or BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I or BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Odd Years
ASI 232Livestock Evaluation and Judging3

[NSM] Covers comparative judging and statistical trait evaluation of livestock conformation and performance, using various formats, from live judging to spreadsheet records, to broaden student experience. 3 Credit(s). 5 Contact Hour(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
ASI 302Animal Nutrition4

This course will focus on introducing and practicing knowledge and skills in relation to animal nutrition. Students will be asked to apply the nutritional concepts they learn to a variety of potential situations they might encounter post-graduation. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II and any 200 (or higher) level science course. Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
ASI 316Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology4

This course will focus on developing and practicing knowledge and skills in relation to domestic animal anatomy and physiology. Students will be asked to apply the concepts they learn to a variety of potential situations they might encounter post-graduation. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II , and any 200 (or higher) level science course. Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Odd Years
ASI 325Stable Management3

[NSM] This course familiarizes students with the basic principles of horse care and management, including basic nutrition, health care, and correct handling and management practices. 3 Credit(s). This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Natural Science/Math [NSM] requirement.

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
BIO 105 - Concepts in Biology , BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I or BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
ASI 414Domestic Animal Reproduction4

This course will focus on practicing and mastering knowledge and skills in relation to domestic animal reproduction. Topics covered will include physiological processes of reproduction in domestic animals, gonadal functions, endocrine relationships, fertility and factors affecting reproductive efficiency. This course has an additional fee. 4 Credit(s). 6 Contact Hour(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
BIO 110 - Introductory Biology I OR BIO 111 - Introductory Biology II and any 200 (or higher) level science course. Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years
ASI 495496 - Independent Research1-3

Under faculty supervision, students will design and carry out a vigorous scientific study of a specific problem in agriculture. Written and oral presentations of the research are required. 1-3 Credit(s).

Subject
ASI
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Source
ferrum.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
ASI 201 - Introduction to Animal Science and BIO 202 - Introduction to Plant Science Course Session Cycle: Fall Semester

Source: Ferrum College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59