Animal Science

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Undergraduate Study

The Department of Animal Science Undergraduate Program intends for its graduates to be able to explain the symbiotic relationship of animals and humans, to contribute to the solution of complex problems of animal enterprise management, and to apply their knowledge and skills in a technically demanding global community. Graduates of our program will be knowledgeable about sustainable animal production practices that also ensure animal health and well-being and stewardship of natural resources.

To enable learners to pursue a wide array of career interests, the department offers learning experiences ranging from the basic to the applied sciences. The overarching goals of the degree program are to provide a comprehensive animal science education in: science, animal management, and agri-business. Faculty in our program strive to create an environment for students to develop effective communication skills, develop skills that enable students to gather and integrate information to solve problems, become self-learners, become leaders and team builders, and to become aware of domestic and global issues driving changes in the animal industries. Learner outcomes for these goals, for each of our courses, and other information defining the program can be found at our web site: http://www.ans.iastate.edu/stud/ugrad/ . Our program is designed to provide career skills appropriate to job market needs. Our faculty goals include providing superior academic advising to enable students to fulfill their objectives.

The department offers the degrees bachelor of science in animal science and bachelor of science in dairy science. A double major in animal and dairy science is not permitted. However, combining either the animal science or dairy science majors with other curricula is permitted. A limit of 6 credits each in Intercollegiate Judging (Animal Science 475), or Undergraduate Teaching Experience (Animal Science 497), or any independent study course (490 courses) can be applied toward a degree.

Within the animal science major, specialized options in animal products, companion animal management, equine management, livestock management, pre-professional studies, and pre-veterinary medicine are available. The department offers a minor in Animal Science and a minor in Meat Science. Both the animal science curricula and dairy science curricula allow complementary work toward admission to veterinary medical school and other professional schools, which may be done while satisfying requirements for the bachelor of science degree. A program that combines bachelor of science and master of science in animal science is offered. In addition, a program that combines a bachelor of science and master of business administration is offered. The Department facilitates student participation in the Midwest Poultry Consortium and the Swine Science Online program to offer additional training in poultry and swine production, respectively.

Curriculum in Animal Science

Students majoring in animal science will complete the degree requirements listed below. If desired, a student may also choose a specialized option. To earn a degree in Animal Science from Iowa State University a minimum of 15 credits in Animal Science must be earned from courses taught in the Animal Science department at ISU. A minimum of 15 credits of animal science coursework must be earned at Iowa State University. A minimum of 15 credits must be completed from the courses listed to meet the Ethics, International Perspectives, U.S. Diversity, and Humanities and Social Sciences requirements.

Total Degree Requirement: 128 cr.

Only 65 cr. from a two-year institution may apply which may include up to 16 technical cr.; 9 P-NP cr. of free electives; 2.00 minimum GPA.

International Perspectives

Approved International Perspectives course

U.S. Diversity

Approved U. S. Diversity course

Communications Proficiency (with a C or better)

English composition		6
Speech fundamentals		3
Total Credits		9

Communication/Library

ENGL 150	Critical Thinking and Communication	3
ENGL 250	Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition	3
LIB 160	Information Literacy	1
One of		3
SP CM 212	Fundamentals of Public Speaking
AGEDS 311	Presentation and Sales Strategies for Agricultural Audiences
COMST 214	Professional Communication
One of:		3
ENGL 302	Business Communication
ENGL 309	Report and Proposal Writing
ENGL 312	Biological Communication
ENGL 314	Technical Communication
Total Credits		13

Humanities and Social Sciences

Approved Humanties course		3
Approved Social Science course		3
Total Credits		6

Ethics

Approved Ethics course

Mathematical Sciences

Note: The Pre-Graduate/Pre-Professional Studies Option requires MATH 160, MATH 165, or MATH 181
One course from the following:		3-4
MATH 140	College Algebra
MATH 150	Discrete Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences
MATH 160	Survey of Calculus
MATH 165	Calculus I
MATH 181	Calculus and Mathematical Modeling for the Life Sciences I
One course from the following:		3-4
STAT 101	Principles of Statistics
STAT 104	Introduction to Statistics
STAT 226	Introduction to Business Statistics I
Total Credits		6-8

Physical Sciences

A minimum of 8 credits are required. These requirements are specific to option and are listed with each option below.

Biological Sciences

BIOL 211	Principles of Biology I	3
BIOL 211L	Principles of Biology Laboratory I	1
BIOL 212	Principles of Biology II	3
BIOL 212L	Principles of Biology Laboratory II	1
BIOL 313	Principles of Genetics	3
or GEN 320	Genetics, Agriculture and Biotechnology
MICRO 201 & 201L	Introduction to Microbiology and Introductory Microbiology Laboratory	3-4
or MICRO 302 & 302L	Biology of Microorganisms and Microbiology Laboratory
Total Credits		14-15

Business

One course from the following:		3
Note: The Livestock Management Option requires ACCT 284
ACCT 284	Financial Accounting
ECON 101	Principles of Microeconomics
ECON 102	Principles of Macroeconomics
Total Credits		3

Animal Science Core (required in every option)


AN S 101	Working with Animals	2
AN S 110	Orientation in Animal Science and ISU	1
AN S 114	Survey of the Animal Industry	2
AN S 210	Career Preparation in Animal Science	1
AN S 211	Issues Facing Animal Science	1
AN S 214	Domestic Animal Physiology	3
AN S 214L	Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology Lab	1
AN S 319	Animal Nutrition	3
AN S 320	Animal Feeds and Feeding	3
AN S 331	Domestic Animal Reproduction	3
AN S 352	Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals	3
AN S 411	Addressing Issues in Animal Science	1
Total Credits		24

General Animal Science Option

CHEM 163 & 163L	College Chemistry and Laboratory in College Chemistry	5
or CHEM 177 & 177L	General Chemistry I and Laboratory in General Chemistry I
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
or BBMB 221	Structure and Reactions in Biochemical Processes
Three courses from the following:		9
AN S 216	Equine Science
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 224	Companion Animal Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from the following:		2-4
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
BIOL 314	Principles of Molecular Cell Biology
BIOL 352	Vertebrate Histology
BIOL 353	Introductory Parasitology
ENT 372	Livestock Entomology
ENT 374	Insects and Our Health
MICRO 310	Medical Microbiology
VDPAM 487	Livestock Disease Prevention
One course from the following:		3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
One course from the following:		2-3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		24-27

Additional free electives required for the Animal Science Option

23-29

Pre-Veterinary Medicine Option

BBMB 301	Survey of Biochemistry	3
CHEM 177	General Chemistry I	4
CHEM 177L	Laboratory in General Chemistry I	1
CHEM 178	General Chemistry II	3
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
CHEM 331L	Laboratory in Organic Chemistry I	1
CHEM 332	Organic Chemistry II	3
PHYS 111	General Physics	5
Three courses from the following:		9
AN S 216	Equine Science
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 224	Companion Animal Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from the following:		2-4
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
BIOL 314	Principles of Molecular Cell Biology
BIOL 352	Vertebrate Histology
BIOL 353	Introductory Parasitology
ENT 372	Livestock Entomology
ENT 374	Insects and Our Health
MICRO 310	Medical Microbiology
VDPAM 487	Livestock Disease Prevention
One course from the following:		3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
One course from the following:		2-3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		39-42

Additional free electives required for the Pre-veterinary Medicine Option

8-14

* The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine academic requirements are met by completion of this option (http://vetmed.iastate.edu/academics/prospective-students/admissions/academic-requirements).

Livestock Management Option

ACCT 284	Financial Accounting	3
AGEDS 451	Agricultural Law	4
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory	3
CHEM 163 & 163L	College Chemistry and Laboratory in College Chemistry	5
or CHEM 177 & 177L	General Chemistry I and Laboratory in General Chemistry I
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
or BBMB 221	Structure and Reactions in Biochemical Processes
ECON 230	Farm Business Management	3
ECON 334	Entrepreneurship in Agriculture	3
VDPAM 487	Livestock Disease Prevention	3
Two courses from the following:		6
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
One course from the following:		3
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
One course from the following:		3
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
One course from the following:		2-3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		41-42

Course List Additional free electives required for the Livestock Management Option

8-12

Animal Products Option

AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory	3
AN S 360	Fresh Meats	3
AN S 460	Processed Meats	3
CHEM 163 & 163L	College Chemistry and Laboratory in College Chemistry	5
or CHEM 177 & 177L	General Chemistry I and Laboratory in General Chemistry I
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
or BBMB 221	Structure and Reactions in Biochemical Processes
Two courses from the following:		6
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
One course from the following:		3
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
One course from the following:		3
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		29

Additional free electives required for the Animal Products Option

21-24

Pre-Graduate/Preprofessional Studies Option

CHEM 177	General Chemistry I	4
CHEM 177L	Laboratory in General Chemistry I	1
CHEM 178	General Chemistry II	3
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
CHEM 331L	Laboratory in Organic Chemistry I	1
Three courses from the following:		9
AN S 216	Equine Science
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 224	Companion Animal Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from the following:		2-4
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
BIOL 314	Principles of Molecular Cell Biology
BIOL 352	Vertebrate Histology
BIOL 353	Introductory Parasitology
ENT 372	Livestock Entomology
ENT 374	Insects and Our Health
MICRO 310	Medical Microbiology
VDPAM 487	Livestock Disease Prevention
One course from the following:		3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
One course from the following:		2-3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Three courses from the following:		9-13
BBMB 301	Survey of Biochemistry
BBMB 404	Biochemistry I
BBMB 405	Biochemistry II
BBMB 420	Physiological Chemistry
BIOL 314	Principles of Molecular Cell Biology
BIOL 351	Comparative Chordate Anatomy
BIOL 352	Vertebrate Histology
BIOL 353	Introductory Parasitology
BIOL 365	Vertebrate Biology
BIOL 423	Developmental Biology
BIOL 434	Endocrinology
CHEM 211 & 211L	Quantitative and Environmental Analysis and Quantitative and Environmental Analysis Laboratory
CHEM 332	Organic Chemistry II
MATH 166	Calculus II
or MATH 182	Calculus and Mathematical Modeling for the Life Sciences II
MICRO 475	Immunology
PHYS 111	General Physics
PHYS 112	General Physics
STAT 401	Statistical Methods for Research Workers
STAT 402	Statistical Design and the Analysis of Experiments
Total Credits		37-44

Additional free electives required for the Pre-Graduate/Preprofessional Studies Option

6-16

Companion Animal Management Option

AN S 224	Companion Animal Science	3
AN S 324X Food Processing for Companion Animals		3
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management	3
CHEM 163 & 163L	College Chemistry and Laboratory in College Chemistry	5
or CHEM 177 & 177L	General Chemistry I and Laboratory in General Chemistry I
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
or BBMB 221	Structure and Reactions in Biochemical Processes
One course from the following		3
ACCT 215	Legal Environment of Business
ACCT 285	Managerial Accounting
ECON 234	Small Business Management
Two courses from the following:		6
AN S 216	Equine Science
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from the following:		3-4
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
BIOL 314	Principles of Molecular Cell Biology
BIOL 352	Vertebrate Histology
BIOL 353	Introductory Parasitology
ENT 374	Insects and Our Health
MICRO 310	Medical Microbiology
One course from the following		2-3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		31-33

Additional free electives for the Companion Animal Management Option

17-22

Equine Management Option

AN S 216	Equine Science	3
AN S 415	Equine Systems Management	3
CHEM 163 & 163L	College Chemistry and Laboratory in College Chemistry	5
or CHEM 177 & 177L	General Chemistry I and Laboratory in General Chemistry I
CHEM 331	Organic Chemistry I	3
or BBMB 221	Structure and Reactions in Biochemical Processes
Five credits from:		5
AN S 116	Practicum in Safe Equine Handling and Welfare
AN S 217	Equine Farm Practicum
AN S 306	Equine Evaluation
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 332	Laboratory Methods in Animal Reproduction ^{Section 2: Horses}
AN S 399A	Animal Science Internship: Graded Internship Experience ^{Equine Internship}
AN S 475E	Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Horses
AN S 490E	Independent Study: Equine Science
AN S 493	Workshop in Animal Science ^{Equine workshop}
Four credits from:		4
AGEDS 451	Agricultural Law
AGRON 217	Weed Identification
AGRON 317	Principles of Weed Science
AGRON 334	Forage Crop Management
AN S 116	Practicum in Safe Equine Handling and Welfare
AN S 217	Equine Farm Practicum
AN S 306	Equine Evaluation
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 332	Laboratory Methods in Animal Reproduction ^{Section 2: Horses}
AN S 399A	Animal Science Internship: Graded Internship Experience ^{Equine Internship}
AN S 490E	Independent Study: Equine Science
AN S 493	Workshop in Animal Science ^{Equine Workshop}
AN S 475E	Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Horses
AN S 490E	Independent Study: Equine Science
ECON 234	Small Business Management
Two courses from the following		6
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 224	Companion Animal Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from:		2-3
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
AN S 424	Companion Animal Systems Management
AN S 425	Swine Systems Management
AN S 426	Beef Cattle Systems Management
AN S 429	Sheep Systems Management
AN S 434	Dairy Systems Management
AN S 460	Processed Meats
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		31-32

Additional free electives required for the Equine Management Option

18-22

Undergraduate Minor

The department offers a minor in Animal Science. The minor requires:

AN S 101	Working with Animals	2
AN S 114	Survey of the Animal Industry	2
AN S 214	Domestic Animal Physiology	3
AN S 214L	Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology Lab	1
One course from the following:		3
AN S 216	Equine Science
AN S 223	Poultry Science
AN S 224	Companion Animal Science
AN S 225	Swine Science
AN S 226	Beef Cattle Science
AN S 229	Sheep Science
AN S 235	Dairy Cattle Science
AN S 270 & 270L	Foods of Animal Origin and Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory
One course from the following:		3
AN S 313	Exercise Physiology of Animals
AN S 319	Animal Nutrition
AN S 331	Domestic Animal Reproduction
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 352	Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals
One course from the following:		2-3
AN S 319	Animal Nutrition
AN S 320	Animal Feeds and Feeding
AN S 324X Food Processing for Companion Animals
AN S 331	Domestic Animal Reproduction
AN S 336	Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being
AN S 337	Lactation
AN S 345	Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
AN S 352	Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals
AN S 360	Fresh Meats
AN S 419	Advanced Animal Nutrition
Total Credits		16-17

A total of 9 credits must be earned at Iowa State University in animal science coursework that meets a degree requirement for the B.S. degree in animal science. Students interested in the Animal Science minor should contact an Animal Science adviser.

Minor - Meat Science

The department offers a minor in Meat Science. The minor requires:

AN S 270	Foods of Animal Origin	2
AN S 270L	Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory	1
AN S 360	Fresh Meats	3
AN S 460	Processed Meats	3
One course from the following:		1
AN S 489	Issues in Food Safety
AN S 490C	Independent Study: Meat Science
Two courses from the following:		5-6
FS HN 311	Food Chemistry
FS HN 403	Food Laws, Regulations, and the Regulatory Process
FS HN 405	Food Quality Assurance
FS HN 406	Sensory Evaluation of Food
FS HN 410	Food Analysis
FS HN 412	Food Product Development
FS HN 419	Foodborne Hazards
FS HN 420	Food Microbiology
FS HN 471	Food Processing I
MICRO 407	Microbiological Safety of Foods of Animal Origins
Total Credits		15-16

Students majoring in Animal Science will not be allowed to count the 9 required credits (270, 270L, 360, 460) toward their Animal Science degree. Students interested in the Meat Science minor should contact an Animal Science adviser.

Graduate Study

The department offers work for the degrees master of science and doctor of philosophy with majors in animal breeding and genetics; meat science; animal physiology; animal science; and an interdepartmental program in nutritional sciences which has an option in animal nutrition. Minor work is offered in these areas to students taking major work in other departments.

A strong undergraduate program is required for students interested in graduate study. Fundamental training in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and statistics is requisite to a satisfactory graduate program. Graduate programs in animal science include supporting work in areas such as agricultural engineering, agronomy; anatomy; biochemistry; chemistry; economics; environmental science; food science and human nutrition; genetics; microbiology; physics; physiology; and statistics. Students may choose graduate programs involving a co-major with one of these areas. Graduate work in meat science is offered as a co-major in animal science and food science and human nutrition.

The department also cooperates in the interdepartmental program in professional agriculture and interdepartmental majors in genetics, immunobiology, microbiology, MCDB (molecular, cellular, and developmental biology), neuroscience, nutritional sciences, and toxicology (see Index ).

The foreign language requirement, if any, is established on an individual basis by the program-of-study committee appointed to guide the work of the student.

Courses

Courses primarily for undergraduates:

AN S 101. Working with Animals.

(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.
A hands-on introductory course in skills for proper care and management of domestic animals. Husbandry skills including health observation, animal movement, identification, management procedures, and environmental assessment are covered.

AN S 110. Orientation in Animal Science and ISU.

(2-0) Cr. 1. F.S.
Orientation to the university and Department of Animal Science. Challenges and opportunities available to the professional animal agriculturalist. Professional goal setting, portfolio development, and development of interpersonal skills in the context of pursuing a career in animal science.

AN S 114. Survey of the Animal Industry.

(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.
Ways domestic animals serve the basic needs of humans for food, shelter, protection, fuel, and emotional well-being. Terminology, basic structures of the industries surrounding the production, care, and marketing of domestic animals in the U.S.

AN S 116. Practicum in Safe Equine Handling and Welfare.

(0-3) Cr. 1. F.SS.
Development of best practices for safe horse handling and practical equine health care tasks. Course will focus on equine welfare and human safety as well as provide training in necessary every day skills needed to own a horse or to work at a horse farm. Certificate of Safe Equine Handling and Welfare available upon course completion. Offered on satisfactory - fail grading basis only. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 190. Livestock Handling, Safety and Welfare.

Cr. 2. Prereq: AN S 101
Understanding of animal perception to develop best care practices involved in handing of livestock species (beef, sheep, swine, dairy, equine, poultry). Intensive development of skills associated with handling and moving healthy and compromised livestock in respect to human and animal welfare. Integration of scientific and theoretical knowledge of biosecurity and animal-human interactions as it related to livestock handling and movement.

AN S 199. Marketing and Management of Livestock Events.

(0-2) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in AN S 101 or AN S 114
Management and coordination of livestock shows, sales and events, including program planning, staff and volunteer management, time management, publicity and promotion for fairs, shows, clinics, expos, and other events. For section E students are expected to take the fall and spring courses consecutively. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. A maximum of two credits of AnS 199 may be applied toward the total credits required for graduation.

AN S 199A. Marketing and Management of Livestock Events: Beef.

AN S 199E. Marketing and Management of Livestock Events: Horses.

AN S 207. The Art and Heritage of Livestock.

(3-0) Cr. 3.
Using art as a venue to understand the legacy and heritage of livestock production and livestock’s contribution to civilization and society; livestock’s contributions to warfare, social class, industry, economies, etc.; history of the impact of livestock on painting, poetry, music, sculpture, advertising, pop culture, movies, religion and sports in society.

AN S 210. Career Preparation in Animal Science.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Sophomore classification in An S
Life skill development emphasized in the context of career preparation. Assist students with career goal clarification, interview skills, resume and cover letter preparation. Internship development, job shadowing, and exploration of career option.

AN S 211. Issues Facing Animal Science.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: AN S 114, sophomore classification
Overview of the factors that define contemporary ethical and scientifically based issues facing animal agriculture. Life skill development (including interactive skills, communication ability, organization, information gathering, and leadership skills) emphasized in the context of issues study. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 214. Domestic Animal Physiology.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: BIOL 212, CHEM 163 or CHEM 177
Introduction to anatomy and physiology of the muscular, renal, skeletal, neural, mammary, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, endocrine, reproductive, and digestive systems of domestic animals.

AN S 214L. Domestic Animal Anatomy and Physiology Lab.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in AN S 214
Basic anatomy of domestic animals.

AN S 216. Equine Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: AN S 101 or AN S 114; one course in biology
Introduction to contemporary concepts, and basic practices and decisions necessary when managing horses through stages of their lives.

AN S 217. Equine Farm Practicum.

(1-2) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: Student majoring in Animal Science, riding experience An S, credit or concurrent enrollment in AN S 216
Intensified management of the equine farm. Provide students with experiential learning in all phases of horse production and management. Students assist with general farm management, preparing horses for sale, marketing techniques and web design.

AN S 223. Poultry Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 101, AN S 114
Introduction to principles, practices and decisions necessary when raising poultry through their production cycle.

AN S 224. Companion Animal Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Course in biology
Introduction of students to contemporary concepts, and basic practices and decisions necessary when caring for the companion animal through stages of its life.

AN S 225. Swine Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 101, AN S 114
Introduction to principles, practices and decisions necessary when raising swine through the vertically integrated production cycle. Only AN S 280 and AN S 280L or AN S 225 may count toward graduation.

AN S 226. Beef Cattle Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 101, AN S 114
Introduction to principles, practices and decisions necessary when raising beef cattle through the vertically integrated production cycle.

AN S 229. Sheep Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 101, AN S 114
Introduction to principles, practices and decisions necessary when raising sheep through their production cycle.

AN S 235. Dairy Cattle Science.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 101, AN S 114
Introduction to principles, practices and decisions necessary when raising dairy cattle through the vertically integrated production cycle.

AN S 270. Foods of Animal Origin.

(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S.SS. Prereq: BIOL 212, CHEM 163 or CHEM 177
Principles, practices and issues impacting the production, processing and preservation of safe, wholesome, nutritious, and palatable meat, dairy, and egg products. Product evaluation, classification, value, and utilization.

AN S 270L. Foods of Animal Origin Laboratory.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Credit or current enrollment in AN S 270
Determination of composition and quality of meat, eggs and milk based on industry and USDA standards. Fundamentals of processing foods of animal orgin to add value, maintain quality and ensure safety.

AN S 280. Basic Swine Science.

(2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: AN S 101 AN S 114
Basic disciplines and concepts involved in swine production including; industry structure, trends and statistics; production phases and buildings; genetic improvement; reproduction; nutrition; health and biosecurity; nutrient management; marketing and meat quality and career opportunities in the swine industry. Only AN S 280 and AN S 280L or AN S 225 may count toward graduation.

AN S 305. Livestock Evaluation.

(0-6) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Junior classification; AN S 270L recommended
Fall semester leads to 475A or D. Breeding animal and market animal evaluation of beef, swine and sheep using contemporary techniques and tools. Communication and decision-making skills are practiced in the context of making selection decisions.

AN S 306. Equine Evaluation.

(0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: sophomore classification or permission of instructor
Detailed visual evaluation of conformation and performance of the equine athlete. Decision-making skills are practiced in the context of making selection choices. Development of written and oral communication skills as students defend their judgments. Industry trends will be addressed.

AN S 313. Exercise Physiology of Animals.

(2-0) Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: AN S 214, BIOL 211, one course in chemistry
Physiological adaptations to athletic training in canine and equine athletes. Topics of emphasis include exercise-related adaptations in metabolism, locomotion, the cardiovascular system, musculoskeletal system, and endocrine system. The roles of nutrition and conditioning programs are assessed.

AN S 317. Fundamentals of Equine Behavior and Training.

(0-6) Cr. 1-3.
Modifying the behavior of the horse using systematic approaches to horse training emphasizing the psychology of training horses. Equipment and its use and preparation of horses for competition. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 317 may be applied toward graduation.

AN S 317A. Fundamentals of Equine Behavior and Training: Young Horses at Halter.

(0-6) Cr. 1-3. F.
Modifying the behavior of the horse using systematic approaches to horse training emphasizing the psychology of training horses. Equipment and its use and preparation of horses for competition. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 317 may be applied toward graduation.

AN S 317B. Fundamentals of Equine Behavior and Training: Yearlings.

(0-6) Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Modifying the behavior of the horse using systematic approaches to horse training emphasizing the psychology of training horses. Equipment and its use and preparation of horses for competition. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 317 may be applied toward graduation.

AN S 317C. Fundamentals of Equine Behavior and Training: Two-year olds and older.

(0-6) Cr. 3.
Modifying the behavior of the horse using systematic approaches to horse training emphasizing the psychology of training horses. Equipment and its use and preparation of horses for competition. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 317 may be applied toward graduation.

AN S 319. Animal Nutrition.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 214, course in organic chemistry or biochemistry
Structure and function of organic and inorganic nutrients. Digestion, absorption, metabolism and utilization of nutrients for maintenance and productive functions. Essential nutritive requirements of domestic livestock, poultry, and companion animals. Sources of nutrients, application of energy systems and concepts, and regulation of feed intake in animals.

AN S 320. Animal Feeds and Feeding.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 319
Composition, physical properties, and storage and processing of feedstuffs. Nutrient requirements of and diet formulation, and preparation systems for food and companion animal species at varying stages of age, activity or production. Manual and computer methodologies for diet formulation.

AN S 324. Food Processing for Companion Animals.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 319, Junior Classification
Food processing and nutrition for carnivorous companion animals. Topics covered include meat processing and meat preservation for companion animal diets, regulatory standards, cutting edge technologies for processing meat for companion animals, dietary needs of carnivorous companion animals, effect of different processing methods on safety and nutrient bioavailability.

AN S 331. Domestic Animal Reproduction.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Course in physiology
Comparative anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology of domestic mammalian animal reproduction. Techniques for the control and manipulation of reproductive processes.

AN S 332. Laboratory Methods in Animal Reproduction.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in AN S 331
Comparative reproductive anatomy with emphasis on the physiology of normal reproductive function; ways to control and improve reproduction; principles of artificial insemination in farm animals; pregnancy testing; selected laboratory exercises with written report.

AN S 333. Embryo Transfer and Related Technologies.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 331 or AN S 332
Application of embryo transfer and related technologies to genetic improvement of mammalian livestock. Techniques for control of female reproduction, embryo collection and transfer, embryo cryopreservation, and embryo manipulation. Gender selection. Economic and genetic aspects of embryo transfer.

AN S 334. Embryo Transfer Laboratory.

(0-3) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Credit or concurrent enrollment in AN S 333; AN S 332 or VDPAM 416; permission of instructor
Selected laboratory exercises related to embryo transfer such as synchronization of estrus, superovulation, detection of estrus, artificial insemination, embryo collection, embryo evaluation, microscopy, embryo cryopreservation, in vitro fertilization, embryo sexing, rectal palpation, and ultrasonography will be demonstrated and/or performed.

AN S 335. Dairy Cattle Evaluation.

(0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Sophomore classification
Evaluation of breeding animals for dairy herds. Comparative terminology, decision making, and presentation of oral reasons. Trips to dairy cattle farms. Livestock handling.

AN S 336. Domestic Animal Behavior and Well-Being.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: One course in physiology
Principles of behavior relative to animal care, management and environmental design to ensure animal well-being. Examination of basic neural-endocrine mechanisms involved in the animal's response to its environment. Awareness of animal protection, law and legislation. Methods to objectively assess animal well-being.

AN S 337. Lactation.

(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 214
The structure, development and evolution of the mammary gland. Mammary metabolism, milk synthesis; neural and endocrine regulation of mammary function. Immune function and health of the mammary gland. Current events related to lactation.

AN S 345. Growth and Development of Domestic Animals.

(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 214; BIOL 313 or GEN 320
Basic principles of animal growth and development covered at the tissue, cellular and molecular level. Emphasis placed on skeletal muscle, adipose, bone, and immune system growth and development. The effects of genetics, nutrition, and pharmaceuticals on growth.

AN S 352. Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: One course in statistics, BIOL 211, course in genetics
Principles of qualitative and quantitative genetics applied to creating change in domestic animals. Impact of selection and mating schemes in achieving breeding program goals. Applications and impacts of biotechnological advancements in genetic manipulation.

AN S 360. Fresh Meats.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 270; a course in organic or biochemistry
Impact of muscle structure, composition, rigor mortis, inspection, fabrication, handling, packaging and cooking on the palatability, nutritional value, yields, market value, and safety of fresh meat.

AN S 382. Swine Environment Management.

(1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: AN S 225 or 280 and 280L. Recommended TSM 210.
Response of swine to thermal environment, ventilation system design and analysis, heating and cooling systems, and examples of various designs for all phases of production. Troubleshooting ventilation systems and energy analysis of production units.

AN S 383. Swine Manure and Nutrient Management.

(1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: AN S 225 or AN S 280 and An S 280L.
Function, application, and advantages and disadvantages of nutrient management systems. Manure production rates, manure handling systems, storage and manure management planning for land application and odor mitigation strategies.

AN S 384. Swine Health and Biosecurity.

(1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: AN S 225 or AN S 280 and An S 280L. Recommended a course in microbiology.
Overview of standard biosecurity protocols and identification of behavior and clinical signs of illness in pigs. Treatment administration and prevention methods. Introduction to immune system function and basic swine disease transmission.

AN S 399. Animal Science Internship.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. F.S.SS.

AN S 399A. Animal Science Internship: Graded Internship Experience.

Cr. 2-6. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of the instructor
Learning experience focused on professional development for a career related to animal science. Journal, presentation, and creative component.

AN S 399B. Animal Science Internship: Supervised Internship Experience.

Cr. R. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of the instructor
Learning experience focused on professional development for a career related to animal science. Journal, presentation, and creative component.

AN S 411. Addressing Issues in Animal Science.

(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Senior classification in An S
Life skill development emphasized in the context of exploring one's perspective of the most pressing moral and scientific issues facing animal agriculture. Clarification and communication of personal conclusions in small and large group settings expected.

AN S 415. Equine Systems Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 216, AN S 319, AN S 320, AN S 331
Identification and development of financial and production goals in a horse business. Scientific approach to make decisions in management of enterprises in the horse industry.

AN S 419. Advanced Animal Nutrition.

(2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: AN S 214, AN S 319, AN S 320
Detailed consideration of digestion, metabolism, and assimilation of nutrients. Recent advances and developments in basic nutrition.

AN S 424. Companion Animal Systems Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 224, AN S 319, AN S 320, AN S 331, AN S 352
Decisions facing the administrator of a companion animal enterprise. Financial and business goal identification, problem clarification, and resource allocation to manage the companion animal system.

AN S 425. Swine Systems Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 225, AN S 270, AN S 270L, AN S 319, AN S 320, AN S 331, AN S 352; ECON 230 or equivalent recommended
Decisions facing the administrator of a swine enterprise. Financial and production goal identification, problem clarification, and resource allocation to manage the swine enterprise.

AN S 426. Beef Cattle Systems Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: AN S 226, AN S 270, AN S 270L, AN S 319, AN S 320, AN S 331, AN S 352; ECON 230 or equivalent recommended
Decisions facing the administrator of a beef cow-calf or feedlot enterprise. Financial and production goal identification, problem clarification, and resource allocation to manage the beef enterprise.

AN S 429. Sheep Systems Management.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 229, AN S 319, AN S 320, AN S 331, AN S 352; AGRON 334 recommended; ECON 230 or equivalent recommended
Decisions facing the administrator of a sheep enterprise. Financial and production goal identification, problem clarification, and resource allocation to manage the sheep enterprise.

AN S 434. Dairy Systems Management.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 235, AN S 319, AN S 331, AN S 320, AN S 337, AN S 352; ECON 230 or equivalent recommended
The scientific foundation of dairy cattle management. The impact of dairy farm management practices on the biological processes of the cow. Integrates concepts from the disciplines of lactation, reproduction, nutrition, genetics, and animal health.

AN S 435. Applied Dairy Farm Evaluation.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S S 434; ECON 230
Evaluate nutrition, reproduction, milk quality, breeding, and related management practices of commercial dairy herds in a case study format. Students will apply knowledge gained in the classroom to commercial dairy farm situations and develop skills in information gathering, decision making, problem solving, and interpersonal communications.

AN S 441. International Animal Agriculture.

(Cross-listed with GLOBE). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Two courses from AN S 223, AN S 225, AN S 226, AN S 229, AN S 235
An overview of animal agriculture with emphasis on animal agriculture in developing countries. Historical, economic, environmental; and political considerations will be assessed and evaluated. Issues related to gender, resilience and sustainability for different production systems will be investigated.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

AN S 460. Processed Meats.

(Dual-listed with AN S 560). (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 270
Physical, chemical and biological properties of meat important to processed meat product characteristics. Ingredients, technology and equipment used for cured meats, loaf products and fresh, cooked, dry and semi-dry sausage products.

AN S 475. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition.

(0-4) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: permission of instructor
Specialized training in evaluation and grading of livestock, livestock products, and livestock production management plans. Maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward graduation.

AN S 475A. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Meat Animals.

AN S 475B. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Dairy Cattle.

AN S 475C. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Meats.

AN S 475D. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Meat Animal Evaluation.

AN S 475E. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Horses.

AN S 475F. Intercollegiate Judging Training and Competition: Management Systems.

AN S 480. Animal Industry Leadership Fellows.

Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: A. AN S 226; permission of instructor C. AN S 225; permission of instructor
Students broaden their perspective of the livestock industry through site visits, case-study (Fellows) projects, and cooperative learning experiences that capitalize on interaction skills in the context of studying the structure of the U.S. livestock industry. This for-credit offering represents the central academic focus of the Iowa State University Animal Industry Leadership Fellows Program. Study is species specific, and enrollment is limited. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 480A. Animal Industry Leadership Fellows: Beef.

Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: AN S 226; permission of instructor
Students broaden their perspective of the livestock industry through site visits, case-study (Fellows) projects, and cooperative learning experiences that capitalize on interaction skills in the context of studying the structure of the U.S. livestock industry. This for-credit offering represents the central academic focus of the Iowa State University Animal Industry Leadership Fellows Program. Study is species specific, and enrollment is limited. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 480C. Animal Industry Leadership Fellows: Pork.

Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: AN S 225; permission of instructor
Students broaden their perspective of the livestock industry through site visits, case-study (Fellows) projects, and cooperative learning experiences that capitalize on interaction skills in the context of studying the structure of the U.S. livestock industry. This for-credit offering represents the central academic focus of the Iowa State University Animal Industry Leadership Fellows Program. Study is species specific, and enrollment is limited. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 480G. Animal Industry Leadership Fellows: Poultry.

Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: AN S 223; permission of instructor
Students broaden their perspective of the livestock industry through site visits, case-study (Fellows) projects, and cooperative learning experiences that capitalize on interaction skills in the context of studying the structure of the U.S. livestock industry. Central academic focus of the Iowa State University Animal Industry Leadership Fellows Program. Study is species specific, and enrollment is limited. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 489. Issues in Food Safety.

(Cross-listed with FS HN, HSP M, VDPAM). (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in FS HN 101 or FS HN 272 or HSP M 233; FS HN 419 or FS HN 420; FS HN 403
Capstone seminar for the food safety minor. Case discussions and independent projects about safety issues in the food system from a multidisciplinary perspective.

AN S 490. Independent Study.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of the instructor
Open to juniors and seniors in animal science and dairy science showing satisfactory preparation for problems chosen. Individual topic conference and preparation of report. A maximum of 6 credits of An S 490 may be applied toward the total credits required for graduation.

AN S 490A. Independent Study: Animal Science.

AN S 490B. Independent Study: Dairy Science.

AN S 490C. Independent Study: Meat Science.

AN S 490D. Independent Study: Companion Animal Science.

AN S 490E. Independent Study: Equine Science.

AN S 490G. Independent Study: Poultry Science.

AN S 490H. Independent Study: Honors.

AN S 490I. Independent Study: Entrepreneurship.

AN S 493. Workshop in Animal Science.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Workshop in livestock production. Includes current concepts in breeding, nutrition, reproduction, meats, and technologies that impact the animal industry.

AN S 495. Agricultural Travel Course Preparation.

Cr. R. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Limited enrollment. Students enrolled in this course will also register for AGRON 495 and intend to register in AGRON 496 and AN S 496 the following term. Topics will include the agricultural industries, climate, crops, culture, history, livestock, marketing, soils, and preparation for travel to locations to be visited. Information normally available 9 months before departure.

AN S 496. Agricultural Travel Course.

Cr. arr. Repeatable. Prereq: Permission of instructor, 30 college credits
Limited enrollment. Students enroll in both AN S 496 and AGRON 496. Tour and study of production methods in major crop and livestock regions of the world. Influence of climate, economics, geography, soils, landscapes, markets, and other factors on livestock and crop production. Locations and duration of tours will vary. Summer tour will usually visit a northern location and winter tour will usually visit a southern location. Information usually available 9 months before departure. Tour expenses paid by students.

AN S 496A. Agricultural Travel Course: International tour.

AN S 496B. Agricultural Travel Course: Domestic tour.

AN S 497. Undergraduate Teaching Experiences in Animal Science.

Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 times. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Development of oral and written communication skills of technical concepts in animal science. Emphasis on organizational skills, conducting activities and interpersonal communication skills. Responsibilities in a class under direct supervision of a faculty member. A maximum of 4 credits of An S 497 may be applied toward graduation.

Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:

AN S 500. Computer Techniques for Biological Research.

(2-0) Cr. 1. F.
Introduction to UNIX and SAS for solving research problems, including organization of data files, transfer of files between workstations, developing models, and techniques for analysis of designed experiments. Introduction to matrix algebra for solving animal breeding problems using MATLAB and computer simulation.

AN S 500A. Computer Techniques for Biological Research: UNIX and SAS.

(2-0) Cr. 1. F.
First half semester course. Introduction to UNIX and SAS for solving research problems, including organization of data files, transfer of files between workstations, developing models, and techniques for analysis of designed experiments. Introduction to matrix algebra for solving animal breeding problems using MATLAB and computer simulation.

AN S 500B. Computer Techniques for Biological Research: Problem solving using matrix algebra.

(2-0) Cr. 1. F.
Second half semester course. Introduction to UNIX and SAS for solving research problems, including organization of data files, transfer of files between workstations, developing models, and techniques for analysis of designed experiments. Introduction to matrix algebra for solving animal breeding problems using MATLAB and computer simulation.

AN S 501. Survey of Animal Disciplines.

(1-0) Cr. 1. F.
Required for Animal Science graduate students. Orientation to departmental and graduate school policies and procedures. Discussion of programs of research and outreach in Animal Science. Issues impacting the animal industry. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

AN S 503. Seminar in Animal Production.

(1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Discussion and evaluation of current topics in animal production and management.

AN S 515. Integrated Crop and Livestock Production Systems.

(Cross-listed with A B E, AGRON, SUSAG). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: SUSAG 509
Methods to maintain productivity and minimize the negative ecological effects of agricultural systems by understanding nutrient cycles, managing manure and crop residue, and utilizing multispecies interactions. Crop and livestock production within landscapes and watersheds is also considered. Course includes a significant field component, with student teams analyzing Iowa farms.

AN S 518. Digestive Physiology and Metabolism of Non Ruminants.

(Cross-listed with NUTRS). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: AN S 419 or NUTRS 501
Digestion and metabolism of nutrients. Nutritional requirements and current research and feeding programs for poultry and swine.

AN S 520. Digestive Physiology and Metabolism of Ruminants.

(Cross-listed with NUTRS). (2-2) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: AN S 419 or NUTRS 501
Digestive physiology and nutrient metabolism in ruminant and preruminant animals.

AN S 533. Physiology and Endocrinology of Animal Reproduction.

(2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: General physiology course
Development of structure and function of the reproductive system. Physiologic and endocrine aspects including puberty, gametogenesis, estrous cycle, pregnancy, maternal recognition, fertilization and early embryonic development.

AN S 536. Perinatology.

(2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: One course in physiology; one course in biochemistry
Regulation of metabolism and development in the mammalian fetus and neonate is explored in a comparative manner. Emphasis will be on the dynamic changes in these relationships occurring at birth.

AN S 537. Topics in Animal Behavior, Welfare.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: permission of instructor; M.S. or Ph.D. student
Each semester, the students’ focus is on different topics related to animal behavior, animal welfare and contemporary issues related to animal behavior and welfare. Each topic is separate and distinct, and students may enroll in multiple topics. This is an on-line course only. Each topic may be taken only one time for credit.

AN S 537A. Topics in Animal Behavior, Welfare: Animal Behavior.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: permission of instructor; M.S. or Ph.D. student
Each semester, the students’ focus is on different topics related to animal behavior, animal welfare and contemporary issues related to animal behavior and welfare. Each topic is separate and distinct, and students may enroll in multiple topics. This is an on-line course only. Each topic may be taken only one time for credit.

AN S 537B. Topics in Animal Behavior, Welfare: Contemporary Issues..

AN S 537C. Topics in Animal Behavior, Welfare: Animal Welfare.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: permission of instructor; M.S. or Ph.D. student
Each semester, the students’ focus is on different topics related to animal behavior, animal welfare and contemporary issues related to animal behavior and welfare. Each topic is separate and distinct, and students may enroll in multiple topics. This is an on-line course only. Each topic may be taken only one time for credit.

AN S 537D. Topics in Animal Behavior, Welfare: Immune and Stress.

AN S 540. Livestock Immunogenetics.

(Cross-listed with MICRO, V MPM). (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S., offered odd-numbered years. Prereq: AN S 561 or MICRO 575 or V MPM 520
Basic concepts and contemporary topics in genetic regulation of livestock immune response and disease resistance.

AN S 549. Advanced Vertebrate Physiology I.

(Cross-listed with KIN, NUTRS). (4-0) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: BIOL 335; credit or enrollment in BBMB 404 or BBMB 420
Overview of mammalian physiology. Cell biology, endocrinology, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, digestive, skeletal muscle and reproductive systems.

AN S 552. Advanced Vertebrate Physiology II.

(Cross-listed with KIN, NUTRS). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: BIOL 335; credit or enrollment in BBMB 404 or BBMB 420
Cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, and digestive physiology.

AN S 556. Current Topics in Genome Analysis.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: BBMB 405 or GDCB 510
Introduction to principles and methodology of molecular genetics useful in analyzing and modifying large genomes.

AN S 560. Processed Meats.

(Dual-listed with AN S 460). (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 270
Physical, chemical and biological properties of meat important to processed meat product characteristics. Ingredients, technology and equipment used for cured meats, loaf products and fresh, cooked, dry and semi-dry sausage products.

AN S 561. Population and Quantitative Genetics for Breeding.

(Cross-listed with AGRON). (4-0) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: STAT 401
Population and quantitative genetics for plant and animal genetics. Study of the genetic basis and analysis of variation in quantitative traits in domestic or experimental populations using phenotypic and molecular marker data, including estimation of heritability and other genetic parameters, linkage analysis and mapping of quantitative trait loci, and the impact of inbreeding, heterosis, and genotype-by-environment interaction.

AN S 562. Methodologies for Population/Quantitative Genetics.

(2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: AN S 561, STAT 402
Basic theory for genetic analysis of animal breeding data. Course A (1st half semester) covers linear models, selection index methods, and basic theory for best linear unbiased prediction. Course B (2nd half semester) best linear unbiased prediction, including genetic groups, environmental adjustment, repeated records, multiple trait models, maternal effects models, and theory for maximum likelihood estimation of genetic parameters.

AN S 562A. Methodologies for Population/Quantitative Genetics: Linear Models and Genetic Prediction.

AN S 562B. Methodologies for Population/Quantitative Genetics: Advanced Genetic Prediction&Parameter Estimation.

AN S 570. Advanced Meat Science and Applied Muscle Biology.

(2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AN S 460
Ante and postmortem factors impacting composition, structure, and chemistry of red meat and poultry muscle/meat, the conversion of muscle to meat, and the sensory and nutritional attributes of fresh meats. Oral research reports and a research proposal.

AN S 571. Advanced Meat Processing Principles and Technology.

(2-2) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered even-numbered years. Prereq: AN S 460 or AN S 570
Physical/chemical relationships during processing. Effects of modern technology, non-meat additives and preservation techniques on quality and safety of processed meat. Laboratory demonstration of principles and technology.

AN S 590. Special Topics.