Course Catalog - Animal Science

Animal Science

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources M #8050

Level 1: Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources M Honors #8065

Students develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations in agriculture, food, and natural resources.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Livestock & Poultry Production M #8051

Level 2: Livestock & Poultry Production ADV M #8051ADV (2028+ Graduates Only)

Level 2: Livestock & Poultry Production D M #8031

Introduces veterinary skills and procedures used on livestock, anatomy of livestock, genetics, and reproduction, and diseases that can affect all livestock animals. Animal species to be addressed in this course may include but are not limited to, beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

PR: at least one course from the AFNR Career Cluster

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Veterinary Science M #8048

Level 3: Veterinary Science ADV M #8048ADV (2028+ Graduates ONLY)

Veterinary Medical Applications covers topics relating to veterinary practices, including practices for large and small animal species. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.

PR: Equine Science, Small Animal Management, or Livestock and Poultry Production.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Advanced Animal Science M #8053

Level 3: Advanced Animal Science ADV M #8053ADV (2028+ Graduates ONLY)

Level 3: Advanced Animal Science M D #8078

Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of animal production, including canine, feline, bovine, equine, caprine, porcine, ovine, poultry, and lagomorpha production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

PR: Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra I and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock and Poultry Production.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 4: Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources - Animal Science M #8064

This is a capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. Students apply knowledge and skills in real-world situations such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories.

PR:  A minimum of two credits with at least one course in a Level 2 or higher course from the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster.

SEM: 2 CR: 2

ELECTIVE ONLY:

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management M #8056

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management D #8066

This course examines the management of game and nongame wildlife species, fish, and aquacrops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices.

SEM: 2 CR: 1