Course Description
Basic principles of breeding, feeding, and management of beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, swine, and horses.
Athena Title
Intro Animal and Dairy Science
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in ADSC 2010E
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are: 1) to develop in Animal Science majors a foundation of terminology and understanding of the science of animal production systems necessary for successful completion of advanced animal science courses; 2) to introduce the fundamentals of genetics, nutrition, endocrinology, reproductive physiology, growth and development, muscle biology, and animal health involved in the production of food animals; 3) to enhance students awareness of the breadth and scale of the animal science field and career opportunities associated with it; and 4) to provide an opportunity for students outside the Animal Science major to gain an understanding and appreciation for large animal production systems.
Topical Outline
Terminology Overview of World Agriculture Professions in Animal Science Uses of Animals by Man Statistics for U.S. Farm Animals Breeds of Farm Animals Nutrients and Their Functions Feeds Evaluation (Digestibility and Energy) Nutrient Utilization in Monogastrics Nutrient Utilization in Ruminants Basic Genetics Selection and Mating Systems Reproductive Tract Anatomy Hormones of Reproduction Pregnancy and Parturition Mammary Gland Structure and Lactation Animal Growth and Development Meat Products from Animal Systems Dairy Production Beef Production Swine Production Horse Production Farm Animal Diseases Current Issues in Agriculture
Syllabus