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.

The use of laboratory techniques and instrumentation in the solution of fundamental problems of nutrition. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, six hours.

A study of the principles and present concepts of protein and amino acid nutrition and metabolism in the animal.

Detailed study of anatomical, physiological and microbiological factors influencing the nutritive requirements of the equine for maintenance, growth, reproduction, lactation and work.

An analysis and comparison of the structure and function of mammalian and avian gastrointestinal tracts, of feedstuff digestive processes, and of specific mechanisms responsible for nutrient absorption in various cell types. Emphasis is placed on livestock and avian species.

May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.

Problems involving original investigation. May be repeated for maximum of nine credits.