ASCI 355 - Ruminant Nutrition

Institution:

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

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Description:

Digestive physiology and nutrition of ruminants. Anatomy and physiology of the digestive tract. Rumen microbial fermentation. Nitrogen utilization and metabolism. Energy partitioning. Net energy system. Range livestock and feedlot nutrition. Supplementation. Common metabolic and nutritional dysfunctions. Diet formulation. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ASCI 220 and ASCI 320.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.calpoly.edu

Phone Number:

(805) 756-1111

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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