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| ANSC 10100 - Animal Agriculture |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Importance of livestock in the field of agriculture, and the place of meats and other animal products in the human diet. Course not available for students enrolled at the West Lafayette campus. Credit cannot be obtained for both ANSC 10100 and ANSC 10200. Offered at regional campuses, Vincennes University, and other distance education sites.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Indiana College Network, Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: Regional Campus Only Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: PU Fort Wayne |
| ANSC 10200 - Introduction To Animal Agriculture |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A study of animal agriculture emphasizing the efficient production of animal food products from poultry, dairy and meat animals. Course may also be offered for dual credit with cooperating Indiana high schools upon documented approval by Department of Animal Sciences. This course is required for ANSC majors classified as Freshman and Sophomores.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Dept Credit, Lower Division, GTC-Science, Tech & Society, UC-Science, Tech & Society May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Continuing Ed West Lafayette |
| ANSC 10600 - Biology Companion Animal |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Introduction to the various aspects of companion animal biology. Topics include anatomy, physiology, health, immunity, nutrition, growth, digestion, metabolism, behavior, genetics, reproduction and lactation.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: Concurrent Credit West Lafayette |
| ANSC 12100 - Ethics Of Animal Use |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. The Ethics of Animal Use explores ethical issues relating to animal use in contemporary society. It integrates philosophical theories with scientific evidence to the use of animals in agriculture, biomedical research, companion animals, and issues relating to wildlife and environment.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture, Recitation Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe ethical views related to animal use. 2. Evaluate the diversity of factors (personal values, knowledge/experience, regulation, and economics) which influence societal decisions about animal use. 3. Construct arguments using philosophical theories to support or refute ethical positions related to topics of animal use. |
| ANSC 18100 - Orientation To Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Introduction to the faculty, programs, opportunities, career preparation, and personal development requirements needed to succeed in a career in the animal industries. Course meets during weeks 1-8. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 22100 - Principles Of Animal Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Classification and function of nutrients, deficiency symptoms, digestive processes, characterization of feedstuffs, and formulation of diets for domestic animals.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Indiana College Network, Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Dept Credit, Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Continuing Ed PU Fort Wayne Northwest- Westville Northwest- Hammond West Lafayette |
| ANSC 23000 - Physiology Of Domestic Animals |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. A lecture and laboratory course designed to present physiology of domestic farm animals. Function of tissues and organs, maintenance of internal steady-state conditions, and body responses to external environmental conditions will be presented. Physiological mechanisms involved in lactation, growth, and reproduction will be included.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand the different physiological systems and their specific functions, including the detailed anatomy of each organ/organ system and their function on the cellular level. 2. Develop a thorough understanding of the principle of homeostasis, interactions between physiological systems, and regulation of mammalian/avian physiology. 3. Explain how physiological processes integrate across the whole animal. 4. Understand the similarities and differences in the anatomy and physiology among animal species, including humans, food animals, and companion animals. 5. Critically apply course learning to interpret basic laboratory findings of others. |
| ANSC 24000 - Principles Of Animal Production |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A comprehensive overview of production systems including life cycles and animal requirements for non-ruminant and ruminant farm animals species. How animal production is affected by the environment, availability of resources, and market access will emphasized. Data requirements and interpretation for decision making will be highlighted.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Recall basic production terminology. 2. Explain production methodology from a scientific basis. 3. Identify and summarize scientific publications. 4. Identify what information is needed to make a decision. 5. Describe data needed to answer question/solve problem. 6. Evaluate validity of sources. 7. Demonstrate ability to manipulate data and make graphs/figures. 8. Describe aspects of a management system(s). 9. Propose animal production systems within given environments(s). |
| ANSC 24500 - Applied Animal Management |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Skills and practices related to handling and care of beef and dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 25500 - Principles Of Animal Products |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Survey of the animal product industries; meat, dairy, eggs, and wool. Meat as a food, conversion of muscle to meat, conversion of dairy to dairy products, food safety, food quality, inspection, and basic processing, in addition to basic wool production.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Explain the relationships between animal agriculture and food production; i.e. conversion of muscle to meat, lactation, egg production, fiber. 2. Identify and describe intrinsic and extrinsic factors affecting animal production and animal products. 3. Define and explain animal product safety, quality, and wholesomeness, and factors that impact each. 4. Evaluate current issues and technologies related to animal product quantity and quality. |
| ANSC 28100 - Career Planning In Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. A seminar course designed to inform students of the career opportunities in animal industries, develop their interviewing and other interpersonal skills, and begin to plan the course of study, work experiences, and marketing methods needed to obtain a successful internship and employment.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 29200 - Special Assignments |
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Credit Hours: 0.00. To be arranged with individual staff members prior to registration. Reading, discussions, written reports, seminar presentations, teaching, field or laboratory experiences provided for enrichment in special areas of animal science. Permission of department required.
0.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 29300 - Special Assignments |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Reading, discussions, written reports, seminar presentations, teaching, field or laboratory experiences provided for enrichment in special areas of animal science. Combination of ANSC 29300 and 49300 cannot exceed six credits. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Dept Credit, Lower Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 29400 - Exploring International Animal Agriculture |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. An experiential learning class. Interrelationship of animal agriculture with agronomic production, feed industries, culture, national infrastructure, political systems and international trade will be investigated through international travel. Critical thinking and communication skills will be enhanced by topic leadership, comparative analysis and seminar presentation. May be repeated for credit with variable title.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Experiential Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Lower Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 29500 - Special Topics In Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 3.00. Lecture presentation of specialized material not available in formal courses of the department. The specific topic that is offered will be indicated on the student's record. May be repeated for credit with variable title. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Lower Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Continuing Ed West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 30100 - Animal Growth, Development, And Evaluation |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Provides an overview of how nutrition, genetics, and environment affect beef cattle, swine, and sheep growth, development, and end-product quality and value. Students receive hands-on experience evaluating and determining the economic value of live animals and carcasses in various market grids.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Summarize animal growth and development and its relation to carcass and live animal traits. 2. Evaluate meat animals and their carcasses. Students will be expected to learn the techniques discussed and be able to apply them to slaughter animals and carcasses. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of the accuracy and objectivity of these evaluation techniques. 3. Explain carcass composition. Students will be expected to know the yields of carcasses obtained from meat animals and the yields of edible product and waste materials obtained from meat animal carcasses. 4. Compare economically important traits of carcasses to traits of meat animals. Students will be expected to learn how carcass value is established and its relation to value of slaughter animals. |
| ANSC 30300 - Animal Behavior |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Discussion of animal behavior with emphasis on developing an understanding of the reasons domesticated animals react the way they do toward their kind and to humans. The laboratory will be used for observation of behavior patterns in animals. Solutions for unusual behavior include behavior modification techniques.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 31100 - Animal Breeding And Genetics |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. Genetic principles and their applications in improvement of production efficiency in livestock.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Explain how decisions relative to selection and mating systems to result in animal improvement. 2. Discuss mating systems and impact of systems on inbreeding and heterosis. 3. Understand the impact of heritability, accuracy of selection, and intensity of selection. |
| ANSC 32400 - Applied Animal Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Application of the principles of animal nutrition to the formulation and feeding of supplements and complete rations for animals; ration ingredients and substitution values; computer applications; legal aspects of feed formulation; and industry practices. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand and apply basic nutritional principles in the use of available ingredients to provide optimum nutrition for growth, development and reproduction. 2. Become familiar and competent with a least cost computer program on feed formulation as used by the commercial feed industry. 3. Enhance student understanding and appreciation of animal research with hands-on experience in conducting and summarizing nutrition research. |
| ANSC 32500 - Applied Ruminant Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Application of the principles of ruminant nutrition to the formulation and feeding of supplements and complete rations for animals; ration ingredients and substitution values; computer applications; legal aspects of feed formulation; and industry practices.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Become proficient in basic diet formulation. 2. Develop a better understanding of how basic ruminant nutrition principles are applied to solve "real world" nutritional challenges. 3. Develop independent problem-solving skills. 4. Improve written and oral communication. 5. Increase computer proficiency. |
| ANSC 32600 - Applied Non-ruminant Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Application of the principles of non-ruminant nutrition to the formulation and feeding of supplements and complete rations for animals; ration ingredients and substitution values; computer applications; legal aspects of feed formulation; and industry practices.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Become proficient in basic diet formulation. 2. Develop a better understanding of how basic non-ruminant nutrition principles are applied to solve "real world" nutritional challenges. 3. Develop independent problem-solving skills. 4. Improve written and oral communication. 5. Increase computer proficiency. |
| ANSC 33100 - The Role Of Horses In Human History, Culture, And Society |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. (ASEC 33100) A multi-disciplinary course that introduces students to the history of the human-horse relationship in a global context. Because the history of horse and human interaction is so broad and so important to the development of civilization, the course will include a broad view of horses in the context of agriculture, transportation, sport, culture and art.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: GTC-Humanistic-Artistic, UC-Humanities, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Interpret and explain the integral role horses have played in human civilization. 2. Compare the roles of horses in Asia, Europe and the Americas through history. 3. Analyze the impact of horses on the political, social and cultural environments in different parts of the world. 4. Develop a logical argument as to why horses still have a role in international society in the contemporary historical period. |
| ANSC 33200 - Environmental Physiology Of Domestic Animals |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Interactions of environmental factors with physiological processes in domestic animals.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 33300 - Physiology Of Reproduction |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course is designed to introduce students to the essential principles of mammalian reproduction and apply this knowledge in a hands-on laboratory setting. Upon completion of this course, students are expected to understand the processes of sexual determination, sexual differentiation, steroid hormone signaling, spermatogenesis, oogenesis, fertilization, gestation, parturition and lactation.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify and describe functions of the macroscopic and microscopic parts of the reproductive and mammary systems of the male and female of several livestock species. 2. Discuss relationships among cells, tissues, glands, hormones and organs involved in reproduction and lactation and explain the main biological mechanisms involved in each of these processes. 3. Explain how reproduction and lactation are influenced by environmental and genetic factors. 4. Utilize principles, facts and concepts gained from course material to provide solutions to problems related to reproduction and lactation of livestock. |
| ANSC 34500 - Animal Health Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. The objectives of this course are to familiarize the student with disease processes and mechanisms. Management techniques in food, companion, and research animal species that minimize or prevent disease will be emphasized, as well as the consequences on animal production, reproduction, and human health.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 35100 - Meat Science |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Study of muscle and meat, principles involved in the conversion of living animals to meat and by-products; efficient utilization of all types of meat as food.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 35101 - Meat Science Laboratory |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Application of scientific principles to the meat industry, with emphasis on all aspects of processing including: harvest; carcass grading and evaluation; fabrication; cured, smoked, and comminuted meat products; quality control; product development; and retail and food service merchandising.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 36000 - Muscle Food Production And Safety |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Study the science, art, and economics of processed meats. Investigate methods to add value to meat and meat products, including hands-on processing, new product development, and industry tours. Study of meat-borne pathogens and methods of control. Science and practical aspects of food safety in meat production. Seven principles of HACCP will be investigated and each student will receive HACCP Certification from the International HACCP Alliance.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Explain the science, art, and economics of processed meat production. 2. Analyze the physical, chemical, and biochemical reactions involved in the manufacture of further processed meat products. 3. Understand the intrinsic factors of muscle composition (protein and lipid chemistry) and the relationship to the functionality of processed meat products. 4. Categorize the hazards associated with meat products and the procedures used to mitigate these hazards to develop a HACCP plan. 5. Apply meat science knowledge and problem solving to the process of new product development; concept development, formulation, evaluation, economic feasibility, and regulations. |
| ANSC 37000 - Livestock Evaluation |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. This course is designed to develop logical thinking and speaking skills, while developing the ability to critically evaluate livestock in their production environments. Prior experience in public speaking or judging is not required. The combination of ANSC 37000, 37100, 37200, 47000, 47100, and 47200 cannot exceed three credits toward ANSC electives. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 37100 - Dairy Evaluation |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. This course will enable the student to become familiar with breeds of dairy, parts of dairy cattle and their relationship to function. Opportunities will exist to associate with people from various breed organizations within the dairy industry. The combination of ANSC 37000, 37100, 37200, 47000, 47100, and 47200 cannot exceed three credits toward ANSC electives. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 38100 - Leadership For A Diverse Workplace |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. An interactive, small group discussion class covering effective interpersonal and group skills needed to enhance career satisfaction in a diverse workplace including building networks within industry, cross-cultural communication and gaining experiences in group problem-solving and decision-making. This course may be used as an additional written communication elective as required in all plans of study in Animal Sciences.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Justice-Eqty-Divrsty-Inclusion, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Learn opportunities and mechanisms used to pursue job placement, graduate school or professional schools. 2. Interact with alumni to build networks and appreciate the real-life challenges faced in careers in animal industries. 3. Use numerous team experiences to develop comfort and effectiveness in functioning in teams and committees. |
| ANSC 39000 - Animal Sciences Internship |
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Credit Hours: 0.00. Internships with producers, businesses, or agencies arranged in cooperation with faculty coordinator. Permission of department required.
0.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Experiential, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Full-Time Privileges, Internship, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 39300 - Animal Industry Travel Course |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 or 2.00. A classroom and travel course designed to expose students to animal production operations, agribusinesses, industry leaders, and their philosophies as well as critical contemporary issues throughout various geographical areas of the United States. Travel is conducted during spring break or summer sessions and includes visits to animal production farms, universities, and agribusinesses. Additional fee required. Limited to two credits toward Animal Sciences electives. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits |
| ANSC 40000 - Animal Sciences Study Abroad |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 8.00. Utilized to record credits earned through participation in Purdue study abroad programs with cooperating foreign universities.
0.000 TO 8.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits |
| ANSC 40400 - Animal Welfare |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A multi-disciplinary course that introduces students to the fields of animal welfare and the ethics of animal use. The course will emphasize farm animal welfare and production issues. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 41500 - Advanced Animal Physiology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course is an advanced physiology course building on concepts and knowledge introduced in ANSC 23000 about whole body physiology. Additionally, this course will introduce interpretation of scientific literature to understand physiological processes.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Interpret and analyze scientific literature in Animal Physiology. 2. Evaluate the background and methodology used in the literature, compare different and opposing lines of thought, including their own conclusions derived from the work. 3. Acknowledge the critical thinking process in scientific work and how it could lead to the right or wrong conclusions if not carefully assessed. 4. Identify and name the components of the body systems. 5. Describe the physiological process that govern the body systems. 6. Describe the interactions between body systems. |
| ANSC 42500 - Ruminant Reproductive Farm Management |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. This course will teach how to apply the animal science disciplines such as nutrition, genetics, physiology, and animal behavior in a systems approach that will result in the desired level of reproductive performance. Animal handling skills associated with the reproductive management of beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, and sheep will be discussed. Laboratories require use of both live animals and animal specimens.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand practical skills required for assisted reproductive technologies in ruminant farm animals. 2. Utilize principles, facts and concepts gained from course material to provide solutions to problems related to reproduction and lactation of ruminant livestock. |
| ANSC 42600 - Non-ruminant Reproductive Farm Management |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. This course will teach how to apply the animal science disciplines such as nutrition, genetics, physiology, and animal behavior in a systems approach that will result in the desired level of reproductive performance. Animal handling skills associated with reproductive management of swine and horses will be discussed. Laboratories require use of both live animals and animal specimens.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand practical skills required for assisted reproductive technologies in non-ruminant farm animals. 2. Utilize principles, facts and concepts gained from course material to provide solutions to problems related to reproduction and lactation of non-ruminant livestock. |
| ANSC 43500 - Reproductive Management Of Farm Animals |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Management practices associated with improved reproductive efficiency. Procedures for diagnosis of reproductive failure and practical methods of controlling reproduction will be identified.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand practical skills required for assisted reproductive technologies in farm animals 2. Utilize principles, facts and concepts gained from course material to provide solutions to problems related to reproduction and lactation of livestock. |
| ANSC 44000 - Horse Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Current breeding, feeding, housing, selection, disease control, and other management practices essential for sound economic planning of horse operations in today's horse industry. Laboratory farm visits provide students with real application examples and industry contacts.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44100 - Beef Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Breeding, feeding, and management practices essential for economical beef production, including performance testing.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44200 - Sheep Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Breeding, feeding, and management practices essential for economical sheep production and commercial lamb feeding, including performance testing.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44300 - Swine Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Breeding, feeding, and management practices essential for commercial swine production, including performance testing.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44400 - Dairy Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Current breeding, feeding, physiology, disease prevention, and management practices essential for economical milk production. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44500 - Commercial Poultry Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Current developments and practices in the commercial production of eggs, broilers, and turkeys; principles of breeding, physiology, nutrition, management, and disease prevention. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 44600 - Companion Animal Management |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course details understanding of the economic scope of the pet industry as well as the role of pets in American society. The students will acquire the information to be responsible pet owners by experiencing their knowledge of housing practices, nutritional care, health care, behavior and breeding of companion animals.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 47000 - Livestock Judging |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. This course is designed to teach livestock evaluation, relationship of production data to live animal evaluation characteristics, expand logical thinking and reasoning skills, and enhance oral communication skills. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 47100 - Dairy Judging |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Opportunities will exist to allow the student to practice analysis and enhance decision-making processes in placing animals in collegiate dairy contests. Communication skills will be developed to properly present and defend those decisions with confidence. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 48100 - Contemporary Issues In Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Industry-led and student-led discussions and debate of current issues facing animal industries. Experiences from internships, research problems, study abroad, or job shadowing will be shared among the students.
0.000 OR 1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture, Lecture 1 Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Become aware of contemporary issues and science-based solutions in the animal science industries. 2. Enhance teamwork and problem-solving skills for resolving current issues in the animal industries. 3. Actively listen and communicate a science-based response as a team to a contemporary issue presented by industry leaders, agencies and policymakers. 4. Establish professional contacts for solving industry-related problems and to enhance employer networking with industry, alumni, faculty and peers. 5. Enhance career planning and employment seeking skills to empower animal science students to obtain the best career path based on their strengths and interest. |
| ANSC 48500 - Dairy Farm Evaluation |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. This course will provide students with an opportunity to integrate and apply knowledge of dairy cattle management systems, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, milk quality, animal handling, physical farm facilities, manure handling and management, personnel and their financial implications. Students will develop critical analysis skills and apply troubleshooting principles in the identification and resolution of dairy farm management issues in a learning environment that is structured around farm evaluation field trips and case studies.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Experiential, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Increase understanding of dairy farm management systems. 2. Integrate knowledge of animal sciences with dairy-specific experiences. 3. Highlight opportunities for lifelong learning. 4. Foster critical thinking and evaluation skills. 5. Promote communication skills. 6. Encourage professionalism through tactful delivery of critical analyses. 7. Provide critical evaluations of dairy farms as a service to the owners. |
| ANSC 49100 - Special Problems |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Supervised individual laboratory or library assignments. Written reports required. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits |
| ANSC 49200 - Special Assignments |
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Credit Hours: 0.00. To be arranged with individual staff members prior to registration. Reading, discussions, written reports, seminar presentations, teaching, field or laboratory experiences provided for enrichment in special areas of animal science. Permission of department required.
0.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 49300 - Special Assignments |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Reading, discussions, written reports, seminar presentations, teaching, field or laboratory experiences provided for enrichment in special areas of animal science. Combination of ANSC 29300 and 49300 cannot exceed six credits. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Dept Credit, Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 49400 - Animals And Food Security: International Services Learning |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 4.00. This course prepares students for a service learning international experience and includes the planning of the trip, the actual trip and a reflective learning post-trip class. The course is a partnership between Purdue Animal Sciences, a host university and their students, a local community organization, and an international community development, NGO. The core of the experience is the faculty-led international service learning course where students live and work in villages in a developing country. Students will learn extension methodologies and how to contribute to sustainable projects. Students will be expected to work in bi-national teams across agricultural and community disciplines to not only contribute to the communities served but to apply their classroom knowledge and experience to make a difference in the community. AGEC 43000 (Introduction To World Agricultural Development) is a highly recommended prerequisite. Prerequisites: Multicultural Awareness course (COA list). Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Experiential, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Professional Preparation: Demonstrate proficiency in the application of the knowledge, skills, technology, extension methodology, and professional conduct of animal sciences. 2. Critical Thinking: Demonstrate critical thinking by using data and reasoning to develop sound responses to complex problems in a rural international village setting. 3. Communication: Demonstrate the ability to write and speak with effectiveness while considering audience and purpose. 4. Teamwork: Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a bi-national problem-solving team. 5. Cultural Understanding: Demonstrate actual intercultural skills and knowledge of a range of cultures and an understanding of human values and points of view other than their own. 6. Social Science Principles: Demonstrate ability to apply social, economic, political, and environmental principles to serving an international rural village. 7. Civic Responsibility: Demonstrate awareness of civic responsibility to community and society at large. |
| ANSC 49500 - Special Topics In Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 3.00. Lecture presentation of specialized material not available in the formal courses of the department. The specific topic that is offered will be indicated on the student's record. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Dept Credit, Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits |
| ANSC 49900 - Thesis Research |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 6.00. For students doing specialized animal sciences research; report required. Arrange with academic advisor and honors research coordinator before registering. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 6.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits |
| ANSC 51100 - Population Genetics |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. (AGRY 51100, FNR 51100) Basic concepts of population genetics. Characterization of populations using gene frequencies, gametic and zygotic disequilibrium; forces changing gene frequencies (mutation, migration, selection, and random genetic drift) and genotypic frequencies (mating systems: inbreeding, crossbreeding, and phenotypic assortative) and related hypothesis testing; gene trees and the coalescent process; and molecular phylogenies.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 51300 - Design Of Animal Breeding Programs |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Integration of principles of animal breeding and genetics into animal improvement programs. Emphasis is placed on the interaction among genetics, nutrition, and physiology.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 51400 - Animal Biotechnology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Presentation and discussion of the history, developments, and applications of molecular genetic analysis of human and animal genomes, and use of gene transfer in research, animal agriculture, and human medicine. Ethical and economical ramifications of biotechnology in society will be introduced through reading assignments and discussion.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 51600 - Molecular Microbiome Analysis |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. The overall goal of the course is to provide students with an advanced understanding of microbial ecology in the animal microbiome and how to analyze next-generation sequencing data of amplicon libraries. In order to complete this goal, students will participate in activities including classroom lecture, group discussion, critical reading of literature, written assignments and exams, and student projects. Permission of instructor required.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand and critically review peer-reviewed publications in microbiome studies. 2. Design a microbiome experiment, with considerations for microbiome controls and reproducibility. 3. Analyze next-gen sequencing data from gene amplicon libraries. 4. Use R to manage datasets, perform analyses, and produce descriptive graphics. 5. Develop basic computational literacy in bash and R scripting, and cluster computing. |
| ANSC 52200 - Monogastric Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Digestion and absorption, nutrient utilization and interrelationships in poultry, swine, and other monogastric animals.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 52400 - Ruminant Nutrition And Physiology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Physiological, microbiological, and biochemical effects and their interrelationships on digestion and metabolism in the ruminant animal.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 53400 - Advanced Reproductive Physiology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A study of mechanisms that interact to control reproduction in farm animals. Current scientific literature and hypotheses are presented, and potential methods to enhance reproductive efficiency are examined.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 53500 - Avian Physiology |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. (BMS 82800) A study of the basic principles of physiology and functional anatomy of birds. Topics include the following systems: muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, lymphoid, endocrine, and reproductive.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 53700 - Adipocyte Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course will provide the student with a conceptual background in the development of adipose tissue and its biological function with emphasis on the endocrine and immunologic aspects of the adipocyte. Differences between species will be emphasized where possible.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Discuss the development ontogeny of adipose tissue formation. 2. Discuss the role of adipose tissue in energy balance. 3. Discuss the role of adipose tissue in the regulation of immune function. 4. Understand the role of the extracellular matrix in adipose tissue in the regulation of adipocyte development. 5. Have a better understanding of adipose tissue role in cancer susceptibility. 6. Have a better understanding of the impact of phytochemicals in the regulation of obesity and adipocyte function. |
| ANSC 55200 - Advanced Meat Science |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. The overall goal of the course is to provide students with an advanced understanding of meat science and technology. In order to complete this goal, students will participate in activities including classroom lecture, group discussion, critical reading of literature, written assignments and exams, and/or student projects.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate the conceptual framework of meat science and technology by understanding the biology, biochemistry and chemistry postmortem muscle. 2. Synthesize knowledge of the biology, biochemistry and chemistry of muscle (meat) and how it functions to influence meat quality attributes. 3. Classify intrinisc/extrinsic factors affecting meat quality characteristics. 4. Describe strategic factors to solve meat quality related issues or systems that can be applied to improve meat quality attributes. 5. Analyze the composition and chemistry of meat and muscle protein and its functional health benefits to the human consumption. 6. Describe current research in the field of meat science and technology. 7. Demonstrate learned and researched informatin with peers, both in writing and as a presentation. 8. Develop skills to read and evaluate research papers, orally present current research and participate in discussion of the result. |
| ANSC 55500 - Animal Growth And Development |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A study of the molecular and cellular processes controlling embryonic development and growth of domesticated animals. Includes discussions of current research concerning molecular mechanisms of fertilization, egg activation, early development, and endocrine factors controlling cell growth, differentiation, and tissue formation. Experimental approaches utilized for developmental and growth biology research are discussed.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 59500 - Special Topics In Animal Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 3.00. Lecture presentation of specialized material not available in the formal courses of the department. The specific topic offered is indicated on the student's record. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 62000 - Proteins And Amino Acids In Nutrition |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Presentation of concepts concerning requirements for dietary amino acids, nutritional regulation of amino acid metabolism, and regulation of protein metabolism. Integrates biochemical and physiological functions of amino acids and features topics in nutritional regulation of whole-body protein turnover in mammalian and avian species. Offered in odd numbered years. Prerequisite: BCHM 56200.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 62500 - Nutritional Biochemistry And Physiology I |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. (FN 605) Integration of biochemical and physiological functions of nutrients in humans and animals emphasizing interactions in bone and gut. Prerequisite: ANSC 22100, 23000, BCHM 30700.
4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of foundational scientific concepts. 2. Comprehend, interpret and apply knowledge to integrate biochemistry and physiology information relevant to nutrient metabolism with particular emphasis on bone and gut. 3. Develop knowledge of and learn to apply research methods used in nutrition, including biochemical and molecular analyses, preclinical and clinical study designs, and epidemiological approaches. 4. Develop skills important to a career in nutrition and animal science, e.g. critical thinking skills, reading and discussing current scientific literature, and scientific writing. |
| ANSC 62600 - Nutritional Biochemistry And Physiology II |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. (NUTR 60600) Integration of biochemical and physiological functions of nutrients in humans and animals emphasizing post-absorptive use of nutrients as sources of energy and for the synthesis of macromolecules. Offered weeks 1 - 8. Prerequisite: ANSC 62500.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 62700 - Nutritional Biochemistry And Physiology III |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. (NUTR 60700) Integration of biochemical and physiological functions of nutrients in humans and animals, emphasizing lipid metabolism and transport in the context of cardiovascular function. Offered weeks 9 - 16. Prerequisite: ANSC 62600.
2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| ANSC 66000 - Intestinal Microbiology And Immunology |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. (FS 66000) Discussion and critique of recent journal articles related to intestinal microbiology/immunology. The specific areas covered under this forum are: (1) intestinal microbiology, (2) food microbiology as it relates to gastrointestinal diseases, (3) probiotics and prebiotics-related to intestinal health or pathogen control, and (4) mucosal immunity with major emphasis on intestinal immunology.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. This includes such skills as writing technical reports and making formal presentations. 2. Apply critical thinking skills to new situations including critical evaluation of published papers. 3. Research independently: scientific and nonscientific information and use library resource. |
| ANSC 68100 - Animal Sciences Graduate Seminar |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Instruction and application of concepts for effective oral professional presentations in the field of Animal Sciences. The course will provide students with knowledge for effective oral communication of scientific information and an opportunity to put guidelines into practice. Permission of department required.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Enhance critical thinking skills for graduate students in animal sciences. 2. Enable students with skills needed to organize information from multiple scientific sources into a coherent oral presentation. 3. Enable development of skills for effective oral communication of research and current research concepts to animal science audiences. |
| ANSC 69100 - Topical Research Problems |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 4.00. To be arranged with individual staff members prior to registration. Requires approval of the department head. Supervised individual research projects. Written reports required. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Experiential, Individual Study, Lecture All Sections for this Course Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 69800 - Research MS Thesis |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 18.00. Research MS Thesis. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 18.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Research Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| ANSC 69900 - Research PhD Thesis |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 18.00. Research PhD Thesis. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 18.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Research Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
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