14 courses with the subject ANSC, 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.
ANSC 1010Introduction to Animal Science4
Students consider the influence and contribution of livestock production to society and become acquainted with the animal and poultry commodities. Students acquire an introductory understanding of the scientific principles of animal husbandry, including animal breeding and genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and the application of these principles to livestock production systems. (3 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab)
Introduces students to the classification and adaptation of livestock. Students consider various breeds with emphasis on their strengths and weaknesses for particular environments and management systems. Students practice live animal and carcass evaluation and consider methods of marketing and pricing livestock. (3 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab)
Anatomy of the male and female reproductive system and the physiology of the endocrine and reproductive systems as they relate to a successful artificial insemination program. Labs cover actual practice and techniques in insemination, collecting, handling, storing, and evaluation of semen.
ANSC 1010 or consent of instructor. (1 hr lec, 2 hrs lab)
ANSC 1210Livestock Judging I2
Introduction to competitive livestock judging, emphasizing terminology and the ability to communicate strengths and weaknesses of individual animals. Students practice live animal and carcass evaluation. (.5 hr lec, 3 hrs lab)
Designed to give students experience in hands on preparation of livestock for shows and sales. Students will practice duties and responsibilities in preparation, care, and management of livestock designated for sale or exhibition. Discussions will also include marketing alternatives and sale management. May repeat for credit 2 times.
Students are acquainted with the veterinary office assistant profession and provided an overview of the duties and responsibilities of veterinary team members in animal care. This course examines the dual role of the assistant as an animal caretaker and office assistant including exploring animal behavior, basic care, and routine office duties. (3 hrs lec)
Students utilize hands-on opportunities to establish a basic veterinary assistant skill set. Topics covered include animal restraint, pharmacy, radiology, anesthesia, and surgery. Students are expected to participate in activities and to demonstrate skill mastery as well as comprehension of concepts. (2 hrs lec/lab)
Fall semester competitive livestock judging. Selected students represent the college in local, regional, and national contests. Students participate in the fall semester.
ANSC 1220 and written consent of Instructor. (1 hr lec, 2 hrs lab)
ANSC 2240Livestock Judging IV1
Spring semester competitive livestock judging. Selected students represent the college in local, regional, and national contests. Students participate in the spring semester.
ANSC 2230 and written consent of Instructor. (.5 hr lec, 1 hr lab)
ANSC 2320Livestock Health Management2
A basic review of the major diseases that affect bovine, ovine, and swine. A portion of the class covers specific anatomy affected by diseases, a review of appropriate pharmacology, and the development of a general herd health management program that agriculture producers can adapt to their own operation. (2 hrs lec)
ANSC 2430Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals4
Covers comparative anatomy and the physiology of digestion, circulation, nervous system, reproduction and urinary systems, muscular and skeletal systems, and environment of farm animals. (3 hrs lec, 2 hrs lab)
Designed to improve speaking skills used in judging livestock. Subject matter includes organization, delivery, and speaking skills involved in providing oral critiques of different groups of livestock. (.5 hr lec, 1 hr lab)
