Independent study in Animal and Food Science under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Consent of appropriate instructor.

Independent study in Animal and Food Science under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Consent of appropriate instructor.

Independent study in Animal and Food Science under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Consent of appropriate instructor.

A field-based learning experience in animal sciences approved by the instructor of record and mentored by an internship supervisor. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

A field-based learning experience in animal sciences approved by the instructor of record and mentored by an internship supervisor. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

History and importance of the sheep industry; application of the principles of selection, breeding, feeding, and management of sheep for efficient lamb and wool production. Laboratory, 3 hours per week; Lecture, 3 hours per week.

Scope and importance of the beef cattle industry; roles of the major cattle breeds and organizations associated with the beef cattle industry; application of equipment, identification, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, health, marketing, taxation and management principles to beef cattle production; impact of current economic, social and environmental issues on the beef cattle industry. Lecture, three hours; laboratory, three hours. Prereq: ASC 300, ASC 362, ASC 364 and ASC 378 or consent of instructor.

Scope and importance of the dairy cattle industry; selection, breeding, housing, feeding and management of dairy cattle. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prereq: ASC 362, ASC 364 and ASC 378 or consent of instructor.

Scope and importance of the dairy cattle industry; selection, breeding, housing, feeding and management of dairy cattle. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours. Prereq: ASC 362, ASC 364 and ASC 378 or consent of instructor.

Discussion of the importance of livestock production to society and consideration of major issues impacting animal agriculture. Principles and practices learned in disciplinary and commodity Animal Sciences courses are integrated into a unified perspective, and the sicentific method is employed as an approach to problem analysis and resolution. Refinement of skills in critical thinking, information gathering, writing, and oral communication is emphasized.