Veterinary & Animal Sciences Courses

Veterinary & Animal Sciences | Courses | Faculty

(All courses carry 3 credits unless otherwise noted. Also see Animal Agriculture and Equine Industries courses listed under Stockbridge School heading.)

101 Introductory Animal Science
(1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. Modern animal agriculture and the many scientific disciplines it encompasses. The roles of genetics, nutrition, economics, physiology, and pathology in animal research and production. The dairy, meat, recreational, and laboratory animal industries in their role serving humankind. Lab experience working with various animal species.

103 Introductory Animal Management (2nd sem) 4 cr

With lab. In-depth presentation of animal agriculture and its economic implications. Concepts of nutrition, reproduction, husbandry, and marketing presented for beef and dairy cattle, sheep, swine, poultry, and horses, as well as nontraditional species. Prerequisite: AN SCI 101.

150 Beginner Equitation I (both sem) 1 cr

Lab. For those with no previous riding experience or formal instruction. Grooming, bridling, and saddling and other basic stable skills; walk, trot (sitting and rising), and canter. Basic riding theory introduced.

151 Beginner Equitation II (both sem) 1 cr

Lab. A continuation of AN SCI 150. Position at the basic paces more fully developed; work without stirrups, elementary jumping. Riding theory and horsemanship discussed and developed. Prerequisite: consent of instructor or completion of AN SCI 150.

152 Intermediate Equitation I
(both sem) 1 cr

Lab. The balance seat positions at all basic paces with and without stirrups. Jumping skills developed over low fences and gymnastics. Basic school figures and theory as it pertains to horsemanship, dressage, and combined training. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and previous formal instruction.

153 Intermediate Equitation II
(both sem) 1 cr

Lab. An extension of AN SCI 152 with the riders secure in their position at the basic paces over low fences. School figures, work over fences including gymnastics, stadium, and cross country type fences. Development of skills and knowledge of horsemanship, specifically dressage and combined training.

154 Advanced Equitation (both sem) 1 cr

Lab. Riders expected to be proficient in all areas covered through AN SCI 153. Dressage, cross country, and stadium jumping more fully developed. Emphasis on the feeling and effective rider. Theory and knowledge in the areas of dressage, combined training, and schooling or training the young or spoiled horse discussed and developed. Prerequisites: AN SCI 153 and consent of instructor.

200 Introduction to Biotechnology (BS) (2nd sem)

Introduction to current practices in biotechnology from ethics to a variety of current applications and developments, including diagnostics, vaccines, cancer treatment, tissue engineering, forensics, assisted reproduction, germline modification and cloning of animals, transplantation, the human genome, and genetically modified food.

220 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals (1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. Integration of gross structural and organ anatomy to physiological systems, function, and regulation. Emphasis on relationship of structure to function and system control in both animals and humans.

241 Special Problems in Training the Horse (both sem)

With lab. Basic training techniques, the methodology and psychology of training horses. Includes halter breaking, lunging, driving, breaking the horse to ride. Prerequisite: AN SCI 153.

247 Horse Breeds, Types and Selection (2nd sem)

The history and development of the breeds and their present day type, conformation, and use. Emphasis on the importance of anatomy and conformation and the relationship of form to function. A systematic approach to selection.

300 Writing in the Animal Sciences (both sem)

Writing assignments in the sciences underlying animal research and animal agriculture and in the husbandry and management of animals for food and recreation. Emphasis on writing/revising and peer editing. Satisfies Junior Year Writing requirement for Animal Science majors only. Prerequisites: ENGLWP 112, at least one course in Animal Science.

311 Animal Genetics and Breeding
(1st sem) 4 cr

Identification, transmission, expression, makeup, and arrangement of the hereditary material. Emphasizes principles affecting qualitatively inherited traits of animals. Prerequisite: statistics or consent of instructor.

332 Basic Animal Nutrition and Feeding (1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. Detailed study of macro and micro nutrients, their digestion, absorption, and metabolism by various domesticated animal species for maintenance and production. Introduction to feeding programs. Prerequisite: 1 semester of organic chemistry.

334 Nutrition of Companion and Laboratory Animals (2nd sem)

A review of the nutrition of companion and laboratory animals. Nutrient requirements and functions discussed for dogs, cats, rodents, rabbits, captive avians, and fishes. Feed formulation for normal and abnormal conditions in a variety of animals. Prerequisite: a knowledge of basic nutrition.

344 Theories and Methods of Equitation Instruction (1st sem)

With lab. For potential instructors. Awareness of teaching responsibilities. Knowledge and skills applicable to instructing a group of riders, including theory and practice. Prerequisite: AN SCI 152-level riding ability.

360 Farm Animal Care and Welfare (1st sem)

The moral and ethical theories of animal rights and welfare as they pertain to farm animals. Exploration of the history of farm animal welfare and the assessment of the animal rights and welfare movement today. Special attention given to the economic, ethical, and welfare aspects of current animal husbandry practices.

372 Animal Diseases (2nd sem)

Introduction to animal diseases and immunity. Topics include infectious organisms, infection and the immune response, and specific diseases of selected companion and production species. Principles of vaccination and preventative management discussed.

(BIOTCH) 385 Laboratory in Agricultural Biotechnology (2nd sem)

An introduction to the methodology fundamental to the practice of modern agricultural biotechnology. Techniques covered include establishment and manipulation of plant and animal cell cultures, preparation and analysis of DNA, isolation and characterization of proteins, and use of immunoassays and flow cytometry. Major emphasis on the student's performance of laboratory exercises which provide direct experience with each of the techniques mentioned. Prerequisites: CHEM 111, BIOL 100 and consent of instructor.

392 Junior Seminar (2nd sem) 1 cr

A seminar experience designed to develop students' communication skills in presenting animal science topics, including management, research, and career choices. Prerequisite: junior and senior standing.

432 Advanced Nutrition (2nd sem) 4 cr

With lab. The nutrition of domesticated animals with emphasis on dietary programs for production and health. Focus on monogastric, ruminant, and cecal digesting species in lecture and lab exercises. Both hand and computer ration balancing techniques used. Prerequisite: AN SCI 332.

445 Equine Stud Farm Management (2nd sem)

With lab. Physiological basis and regulation of equine reproduction. Emphasis on application to horse breeding and management. Provides lab experience with breeding techniques. Consent of instructor required.

452 Canine and Feline Management
(1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. Management of dogs and cats including housing, breeding, diseases, and behavior. Emphasizes practical management of breeding and training including management of problem behaviors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing; others by consent of instructor.

454 Dairy Herd Management (2nd sem) 4 cr

Managerial problems and practices associated with successful dairying in the Northeast and the U.S. Includes dairy cattle nutrition, selection, breeding, lactation, and waste management. Students expect-ed to participate in lectures. Prerequisites: some nutrition, genetics and physiology, or consent of instructor.

455 Research Animal Management (2nd sem) 4 cr

With lab. For seniors and graduate students. Humane care, handling, and management of animals used in research, nutrition, breeding, disease control, gnotobiology, anesthesiology, surgery, and nec-ropsy.

456 Livestock Management (2nd sem) 4 cr

Principles of management of beef cattle, sheep, and swine in terms of recent scientific principles. Various management systems compared with emphasis on nutrition, reproduction, health, and economics. Prerequisite: background in genetics, nutrition, and physiology.

459 Horse Management (1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. History, development, nutrition, selection, reproduction, health, and management of the horse. The pleasure horse emphasized but all aspects of the horse industry explored. Field trips to a variety of horse farms. Restricted to majors, or by consent of instructor.

472 Infection and Immunity (2nd sem) 4 cr

With lab. Introduction to immunology and how mammals control pathogenic organisms including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and helminths. The lab includes sample collection, preparation, and analysis of serologic and cellular responses.

492 Seminar (2nd sem) 1 cr

A seminar experience designed to develop students' communication skills in presenting animal science topics, including management, research, and career choices.

511 Advanced Genetics (2nd sem)

Basic concepts of population and quantitative genetics, combined with the tools of molecular biology to create genetic maps of mammalian genomes. Prerequisites: AN SCI 311 or equivalent course in introductory genetics, two semesters of organic chemistry, and one semester of statistics.

521 Physiology of Reproduction and Development (1st sem) 4 cr

With lab. Comparative approach to reproduction including anatomy, embryology and endocrinology. Prerequisite: AN SCI 420 or equivalent. Lab: scientific methods used to study reproductive physiology and practical application of these methods. Participation required.

534 Nutrition of Captive Wildlife Species (2nd sem)

A review of the nutritional requirements and feeding practices of captive wildlife species. Animal management and feed formulation. The unique nutritional physiology of these species. Prerequisite: a knowledge of basic nutrition.

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