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2.00 Credits
A continuation of the introductory course, involving classroom instruction and laboratory experience focusing on trimming and clipping techniques and procedures. Attention is given to types and methods of grooming the various breeds. Open to sophomore Animal Care students. Prerequisite: Sophomore status in the Animal Care program; ANSC1005, ANSC1010, ANSC1201.
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3.00 Credits
A generalized overview of the fundamental principles of animal behavior, including patterns of behavior and the influence of structure, physiology, heredity, and experience on behavior. Open to sophomore Animal Care students. Prerequisite: ANSC1003 or ANSC1400. Offered in spring only.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to proper feeding practices for both large and small animals. Nutrients and their function, as well as feeds and their components are surveyed. The importances of balancing rations of many animal species are studied. Feeding practices for the various stages of life are also covered. Prerequisite: ANSC1400. Offered in fall only.
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3.00 Credits
A thorough discussion of the nutritional needs of all stages of equine life from neonate to geriatric. This includes an understanding of the digestive anatomy and physiology, discussion of the various nutrients, selection of feed formulations specific to horses. In addition, the nutritional requirements of the broodmare, stallion, foal, and all stages of working horses are discussed. Also included are ration balancing and feed quality assessment, as well as the diseases associated with poor nutrition. Students are required to formulate a specific feeding regimen. Pre-requisites: ANSC1601 or BIOL1005/1006 or ANSC1400.
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3.00 Credits
A demonstration of how to achieve the improvement of animals through the application of genetics. Breeding systems for the various classes of livestock and the use of accurate breeding records are stressed. Open to sophomore Animal Care students. Prerequisite: ANSC1400, BIOL1001/1002. Offered in spring only.
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3.00 Credits
A discussion of the anatomy and physiology of the horse with a concentration on the musculoskeletal system and conformation, the gastrointestinal system, and the respiratory system.
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3.00 Credits
Students perform a minimum of 150 hours of work in an animal care facility of their choosing. With the assistance of the internship coordinator, students may select to work in kennels, animal shelters, grooming parlors, biomedical research facilities, zoos, marine aquariums or any other location where they will receive valuable experience in the care of animals. Upon completion, students will present the internship coordinator with an evaluation form detailing their performance along with a daily journal and a summary paper. Most students meet this requirement during the summer between their freshman and sophomore years. Prerequisite: Sophomore status in the Animal Care program, cumulative GPA 2.0. Offered fall and spring.
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4.00 Credits
This series of courses is designed to give the student a basic knowledge of the major species of animals used in biomedical research. Topics include genetics and breeding as they relate to laboratory animal colony management, proper maintenance of healthy and sterile lab environments, laboratory safety and quality assurance issues as well as advanced handling and technical diagnostic techniques. Common laboratory animal diseases, pharmacology, and surgical nursing techniques are presented as they apply to this population. Recognition of normal status as well as signs of abnormal through physical examination, lab values, and observation of behavior is covered. The first semester focuses on rats, mice, rabbits, dogs and cats. The lecture consists of 3 hours per week and laboratory component is 2 hours per week. Some off-campus laboratory sessions may be required. Students are required to participate in regularly scheduled husbandry rotations with the program laboratory animals. Prerequisites: ANSC2000 or VTSC2000.
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4.00 Credits
This is a continuation of ANSC 3401 and concentrates on Hamsters, Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, and other non-traditional small research animals. This course continues to focus on technical diagnostic techniques includes sample collection. In addition, advanced research methodologies will be examined, including studies and models for various protocols. Record keeping is emphasized as well as technical writing. The lecture consists of 3 hours per week and the laboratory component is 2 hours per week. Some off-campus laboratory sessions may be required. Students are again expected to participate in the regularly scheduled husbandry rotations with the program laboratory animals. Prerequisite ANSC3401.
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3.00 Credits
This course deals specifically with the management of the business of breeding horses and the care needed for stallions at stud, brood mares, and foals. Topics include the estrus cycle as well as methods of controlling the cycle, the causes of infertility in both the stallion and mare, get an overview of artificial insemination, and the role of genetics in conformation. Pre-requisites: ANSC1601, ANSC2701, or permission of the instructor.
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