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AGET 456 - Boundary Control and Legal Principles
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Role of the surveyor in boundary establishment, creating GLO boundaries, creating nonsectionalized boundaries, locating easements and reversions, resurveying and retracing sectionalized lands, locating sequential conveyances, locating simultaneously created boundaries and locating combination descriptions and conveyances. Fundamentals associated with the ownership, transfer and description of real property; federal and state nonsectionalized land surveys; and riparian and littoral boundaries. Surveyor ethics, liability and professionalism.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 350 .
Crosslisted With: CIEG 456
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AGET 458 - Subdivision Site Planning and Development
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Physical elements of designing land subdivisions including: sustainability and site design, site analysis, site grading (soil properties, slope stability, erosion and sediment control), designing for people, street and parking lot design, infrastructure (cul-de-sac design, parking lot design, streets, etc. ), landscape restoration (wetlands, streams, vegetative cover, erosion damage, brownfield redevelopment, etc. ), site layout, vegetation in the site plan, project management issues, historic landscapes and preserving the land and landscape and culture.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 350 .
Crosslisted With: CIEG 458
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AGET 458L - Ag Engin Tech Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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AGET 460 - Waste Management Technology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Systems for utilization or disposal of waste. Waste characteristics and treatment methods. Pollution control.
Prerequisite(s): Any university-wide general education for math course.
Crosslisted With: AGET 660
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AGET 460L - Ag Engin Tech Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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AGET 470 - Applied Pneumatics and Hydraulics in Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Fundamentals of power systems that use fluid or gases and how they generate, transmit, and control power. Emphasis on the use of these types of systems in agricultural practices.
Prerequisite(s): AGET 110 ; any university-wide general education for math course; and PHYS 212 .
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AGET 480 - Supervised Field Experience
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised study and experiential learning experience within operations for a business or agency with an emphasis on an aspect of agricultural engineering technology or related industry. Prior approval of arrangements with cooperating employer is necessary. Joint evaluation by on-the-job and academic supervisors.
Prerequisite(s): instructors’ approval.
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AGET 482 - Principles of GIS and GPS for Agricultural and Natural Resource Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Principles and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geographic Positioning Systems (GPS) technologies with emphasis on the use of GIS for collecting, storing and analyzing spatial data associated with agricultural and natural resource-based enterprises. Development of a GIS-based map provides a capstone project for applying GPS and GIS knowledge. Students receiving graduate credit will complete an exhaustive literature review on a GIS or GPS topic in addition to undergraduate requirements.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the instructor and AGRI 270 or GEOG 270 or GEOG 310 .
Crosslisted With: AGET 682
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AGET 482L - Ag Engin Tech Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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AGET 492 - Theoretical and Applied Computations in Geomatics
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
A comprehensive treatise of theoretical and applied computations associated with land surveying and geomatics. Topics include: mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, analytical geometry, probability and statistics), instrument calibration (refraction, optics, temperature and heat), field data analysis, plane survey calculations, geodesy and survey astronomy, cadastral and boundary law, business law, economics, finance, surveying planning procedures, land planning and development, photo/image data analysis, mapping, specialty surveying areas (boundary, construction, and public lands), computer operations and programming, Geographic Information Systems and business management practices. A capstone course for student seeking professional licensure in land surveying and geomatics.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 350 , AGET 354 /CIEG 354 , AGET 454 /CIEG 454 , AGET 456 /CIEG 456 .
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AGRI 120 - Science & Technology of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course will provide an overview of career opportunities in agriculture and natural resources management; an identification of key principles of, and interrelationships between, agriculture and natural resources; and current science and technology applications within agriculture and natural resources management.
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AGRI 180 - Topics in Agriculture [Topic title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Study of special topics, lab, or field experiences at an introductory level. Topics include, but are not restricted to: Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering Technology, Natural Resources Management, Chemistry, Physics, Biology. This course may be repeated for credit with adviser’s approval. Pass/Fail
The course is graded pass/fail.
Crosslisted With: NRM 180
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AGRI 230 - Travel Studies in Agriculture and Natural Resources
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Travel course to study topics in Agriculture and Natural Resources either domestic or international. Requires travel to another region or country and presentation of oral and written reports. May be repeated one time for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: NRM 230
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AGRI 240 - History of American Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
This course is a study of the main currents and developments in American agriculture from colonial times to present. Special emphasis will be on individuals, events, and legislation.
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AGRI 250 - Issues in Alternative Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
A study of alternative agriculture; including biofuels, organic agriculture, biotechnology, value-added agriculture and agri-tourism as they relate to the agriculture complex. Special emphasis will be given to the scientific and economic impacts to society. Students will be given a broad understanding of the relationships between agriculture and natural resource use.
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AGRI 270 - Introduction to Geospatial Technology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An introduction to the principles, techniques, and software associated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and remote sensing. Data collection, basic spatial analysis and interpretation, and multi-disciplinary applications are emphasized. Course material is taught through lecture presentations and a series of interactive projects.
Crosslisted With: GEOG 270
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AGRI 270L - Agriculture Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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AGRI 295 - International Food and Fiber Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
A study of the influence of food and fiber systems on the economy, environment, health, life style and political systems throughout the world. The impact of cultural differences, gender and institutions on international food and fiber systems is discussed. Course provides students with a global perspective on current issues related to international food and fiber.
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AGRI 390 - Career Planning in Agriculture
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Assessment of personal and academic potential for professional careers by the Agriculture graduate. Efforts directed toward preparing for, interviewing and securing a position. Critiques of related extra curricular events. Survey of the history, philosophy and ethics of Agriculture and crucial issues affecting agriculture. Students are required to write reports and present professional oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
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AGRI 399 - Special Topics in Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
Intensive treatment of selected topics not found in the regular Agriculture curriculum. Course content varies from semester to semester. Course may be repeated for credit in different topics.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor.
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AGRI 401 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to the solution of problems in the field of agriculture. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
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AGRI 402 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to the solution of problems in the field of agriculture. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
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AGRI 411 - Fundamentals of Cooperative Extension
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
History, philosophy and organizational structure of the Cooperative Extension Service, major areas of program emphasis, teaching methods used and relationships with other educational agencies.
Crosslisted With: FCS 411
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AGRI 415 - Special Topics in Agriculture
Credit(s): 1-3
When Offered: As needed
Study of special topics through lectures, labs, or field experiences at an advanced level. Topics include, but are not limited to: Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering Technology. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). This course may be taught in conjunction with a travel study. Not regularly offered.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
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AGRI 420 - Supervised Field Experience
Credit(s): 3, 4
Lecture Hours: 3-4
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum of one semester (or two semesters for four hours credit) of supervised study and experience with a business or agency and/or a specific aspect of its operations is required. Prior approval of arrangements with cooperating employer is necessary. Joint evaluation by on-the-job and academic supervisors.
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AGRI 441 - Interpretation of Agricultural Research
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Statistical techniques for analysis and interpretation of agricultural data. Descriptive statistics, inference, tests of hypotheses, confidence intervals, analysis of variance, mean separation, linear regression and correlation.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 .
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AGRI 450 - Dynamics and Development of Leadership in Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A study of the dynamics, strategies and parliamentary procedure skills needed by leaders of occupational, civic and social organizations. Practical approaches through group interactions and participation. A detailed examination of organizations and individuals within organizations. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Crosslisted With: AGRI 650, NRM 450 /650
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AGRI 460 - Agroecosystems Analysis Field School
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course provides a field-based opportunity to develop a deeper conceptual and analytical framework for understanding agroecosystems in Tennessee and the mid-south region. The course is founded on the concept of community learning, providing interactive and experiential opportunities while expecting all participants to engage in the discussions and other activities as colleague learners.
Crosslisted With: AGRI 660, NRM 460 /660
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AGRI 475 - Agricultural Communications
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Application of communication theory and techniques to the field of agricultural communications. Course material will focus on journalism and public relations with a focus on programs, activities, careers, trends, publication development, layout, artwork, design and writing.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 or 210.
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AGRI 480 - Applications of Molecular Biotechnology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Even
Advances in computer science, information technology, biology and chemistry have given us the field of biotechnology. This course will explore the technological, cultural and personal aspects of this emerging field as related to the disciplines of agriculture and natural resources. Topics to be covered will include genetic selection as it applies to plant and animal breeding, ethical implications of cloning, metagenomics of ecosystems, forensic applications and industrial processes. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations.
Crosslisted With: AGRI 680 NRM 480 /680
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SUST 200 - Introduction to Sustainability
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: Fall and Spring
Introduction to Sustainability is a required foundational course for the Sustainability Studies minor that provides student from all academic majors and programs an overview of the field of sustainability studies. The study and practice of sustainability is for humanity to meet “the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” The concept of sustainability is inherently complex and socially constructed and as such, there is much room for competing ideas about how to achieve sustainability. Sustainability seeks to integrate three dimensions: ecological, economic, and social; which are seen as equally important aspects of a sustainable social system.
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ANSC 110 - Introduction to Animal Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Fundamental principles of animal agriculture. Biological and scientific aspects of development, inheritance and feeding. Animal products and scope of the animal industry.
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ANSC 119 - Introduction to Animal Science Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Provides a lab experience for training students in the basic concepts of livestock production and husbandry. Students will identify major breeds of livestock, determine daily feed requirements, study basic principles of livestock anatomy and external part nomenclature and observe basic behavioral characteristics of animals produced for food, fiber and recreation. Includes principles of animal health and welfare. Field trips to commercial production facilities.
Corequisite(s): ANSC 110 .
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ANSC 121 - Western Horsemanship
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A review of western horsemanship and horse safety. Includes instruction in handling, grooming, saddling, bridling and mounting. Development of basic riding skills at the walk, jog and lope.
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ANSC 210 - Introduction to Horse Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An introductory course that surveys the breeds of horses and scope of the industry. Course modules will focus on selection, feeding, disease control, breeding and reproduction, health and welfare, tack and equipment, facilities, transportation and fundamental management practices.
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ANSC 211 - Horse Science Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
An introductory horse science lab designed to give students some hands-on experience with horses. Students will travel to area horse farms to learn about diversity in the horse industry, and work with horses on the campus farm to develop basic skills related to safe handling, feeding, preventative health and foot care. Students will also learn to care for tack and other basic horse equipment.
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ANSC 230 - Exotic and Companion Animal Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A survey of the basic principles involved in the care and management of exotic and companion animal species. Particular emphasis will be on nutrition and feeding programs, breeding cycles, vaccination programs and diseases of exotic and companion animals generally regarded as household pets.
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ANSC 231 - Companion Animal Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introductory companion animal laboratory to give students hands-on experience with companion animals. Students will travel to local companion animal facilities and work in the companion animal laboratory which will focus on preventive healthcare, medication techniques, diagnostic testing and kennel maintenance.
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ANSC 240 - Live Animal and Carcass Selection and Evaluation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Evaluation and selection techniques for live animals based on economic merit. Principles of selection and grading of beef, swine and sheep. Relationship of live animal traits to carcass merit. Presentation of oral reasons. Students representing the university in the Spring Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Contests will be chosen from this course.
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ANSC 240L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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ANSC 253 - Small Scale Farm Animal Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A look at small scale farm production with a focus on the meat animal production of sheep, goats, rabbit, and poultry including ratites, and wildlife ranching. Course will also look at wool/mohair and fur-animal production, raising of miniature pigs and horses and aquaculture systems. Students will look at how small scale animal production today has been influenced by producer and consumer attitudes related to sustainability, natural and organic production practices, opportunities for niche and farm fresh marketing, and cultural preferences for animal products.
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ANSC 260 - Behavior of Farm and Companion Animals
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to behavior of farm and companion animals. Behavioral topics will focus on the development of behavior, communication, learning, social structure, and sexual, maternal, feeding, agnostic, and stereotypic behaviors in domestic farm and companion animals. Students will look at behavior modification and training methods, and develop an understanding of how a knowledge of animal behavior can be used to care for, and ensure the health of, farm and companion animals.
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ANSC 270 - Animal Welfare and Ethics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course will begin with a look at the human-animal relationship, and examine the origins of people’s beliefs and attitudes regarding domestic farm and companion animals. It will provide insight into the roles that government, organizations, businesses and key individuals play in influencing animal welfare laws and practices. Through interactive discussion, students will focus on contemporary welfare and ethical issues in areas of food animal production, animal research, and use of animals for recreation and companionship.
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ANSC 301 - Special Problems [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Individually supervised project for students showing special interest in some phase of animal science. Topics may be selected from nutrition, breeding or selection, physiology, management, or meat science. Written project outline required. Maximum of one hour applicable to concentration requirements.
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ANSC 302 - Special Problems [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Individually supervised project for students showing special interest in some phase of animal science. Topics may be selected from nutrition, breeding or selection, physiology, management, or meat science. Written project outline required. Maximum of one hour applicable to concentration requirements.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of instructor.
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ANSC 305 - Practicum in Animal Science
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer
Application of principles of livestock management, animal nutrition and animal breeding in cooperation with the UT Martin Agricultural Experiment Station, the UT Martin Farm and local private farms. Students will be required to work a minimum of six (6) hours per week under supervision of instructor and cooperating farms. Written report required. May not be substituted for any required Animal Science course.
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ANSC 306 - Practicum in Animal Science
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer
Application of principles of livestock management, animal nutrition and animal breeding in cooperation with the UT Martin Agricultural Experiment Station, the UT Martin Farm and local private farms. Students will be required to work a minimum of six (6) hours per week under supervision of instructor and cooperating farms. Written report required. May not be substituted for any required Animal Science course.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of instructor.
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ANSC 320 - Farm Animal Health
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Principles of etiology, pathology, symptomatology, diagnosis and suggested treatment as applied to common viral, bacterial and parasitic diseases of livestock. Topics to be emphasized include herd immunization programs, sanitation, quarantine, herd health programs and economic aspects of disease control.
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ANSC 350 - Animal Nutrition
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A comprehensive course in animal nutrition. The course will focus on basic concepts in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry as they relate to digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients and other compounds in animal feedstuffs; and the use of feed additives to enhance nutrient utilization, animal health and well-being. The course will also focus on applied concepts related to feedstuff identification, feed processing, analysis and use in practical diet formulation and feeding systems for livestock, horses and companion animals.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 140 , and CHEM 112 or CHEM 122 .
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ANSC 351 - Animal Nutrition Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
Application of principles learned in Animal Nutrition (ANSC 350 ). This is a lab based course designed to give students some practical experience in feedstuff identification and utilization, feed processing and analysis, feed formulation and feeding management as it relates to feeding livestock, horses and companion animals.
Corequisite(s): ANSC 350 .
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ANSC 360 - Animal Genetics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
The basic principles of heredity and gene action including Mendelian concepts, kinds of gene action, mutations, sex linkage and molecular techniques used in animal science research and modern livestock selection methodology. Course includes a brief introduction to quantitative and population genetics involving inbreeding, outbreeding, and heritability.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 140 , or equivalent.
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ANSC 371 - Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The study of the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. Basic principles of physiological and functional organization of nervous, endocrine, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, renal and immune systems. Control, regulation and manipulation of organ development and function in domestic animals will be studied as it relates to improving production efficiency, maintaining health and improving animal welfare. Written reports will be required.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 and BIOL 120 , or BIOL 130 and BIOL 140 , or permission of instructor.
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ANSC 371L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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ANSC 372 - Applied Animal Reproduction
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Anatomy and physiology and reproduction including: endocrinology, reproductive cycles, fertilization, gestation, fetal development, parturition and lactation. Techniques for improving reproductive efficiency include: semen evaluation, artificial insemination, synchronization of ovulation, pregnancy diagnosis and embryo transfer.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 and BIOL 120 , or BIOL 130 and BIOL 140 , or permission of instructor.
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ANSC 374 - Applied Animal Reproduction Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Application of principles learned in Applied Animal Reproduction (ANSC 372 ). The lab will give students experience with estrous synchronization, artificial insemination, ultrasound, pregnancy diagnosis and embryo transfer.
Corequisite(s): ANSC 372 .
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ANSC 380L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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ANSC 400 - International Studies in Animal Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A study of the relationship of American animal agriculture to similar enterprises in other countries around the world. Particular emphasis on marketing strategies for red meat and poultry products and differences in consumer attitudes. Includes field trips to production farms, processing facilities, markets and governmental agencies. Opportunity to experience and visit historical sites of interest, especially the origin of common breeds of food animals. Investigations into the influence of cultural and geopolitical attitudes toward animal welfare practices and diet-health issues. Requires a study abroad experience for completion and credit. Enrollment by permission of instructor only. May be repeated once for credit.
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ANSC 401 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in major subject areas of animal science. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Maximum of three hours applicable to concentration requirements. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Only 401-402 may be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Project.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and minimum GPA of 2.75.
Crosslisted With: ANSC 601
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ANSC 402 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in major subject areas of animal science. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Maximum of three hours applicable to concentration requirements. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Only 401-402 may be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Project.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and minimum GPA of 2.75.
Crosslisted With: ANSC 602
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ANSC 405 - Current Issues in Animal Agriculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Examination and discussion of current issues and events related to animal agriculture. Preparation of graduates to effectively and professionally discuss animal agriculture and its strengths and weaknesses.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior ANSC classification or written permission of the instructor.
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ANSC 410 - Beef Cow-Calf Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Basic principles involved in managing the cow-calf herd focusing on nutrition, herd health, and reproduction practices. Emphasis will also be placed on production records, marketing technology and consumer affairs.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior classification in Animal Science or Veterinary Science or permission of instructor.
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ANSC 410L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
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ANSC 413 - Stocker and Feedlot Cattle Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Basic principles involved in managing and marketing of stocker and feedlot beef cattle. Focus will be on animal nutrition and health programs, marketing systems, and management practices. 5-7 day field trip required as part of this course.
Prerequisite(s): ANSC 350 and junior or senior classification or permission of instructor.
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ANSC 421 - Swine Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Focus on principles of breeding, feeding, health care, growth, environmental management, and marketing practices used in purebred and commercial pig production. Review trends in production, processing, consumption and swine research. Students will visit swine farms and pork processing facilities. Highlight career opportunities in swine industry.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in Animal Science or permission of instructor.
Crosslisted With: ANSC 621
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ANSC 430 - Stable Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Integration of principles of anatomy and physiology, nutrition, genetics, reproduction and ethology into a comprehensive, advanced program of horse production and stable management. Aspects of stable management will relate to practical horse care, management strategies for different equine enterprises, record keeping, equine insurance and legal issues and business promotional strategies. Course will include visits to, and analysis of, regional equine businesses. Two hours of lectures and one two-hour lab.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of instructor.
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ANSC 430L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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ANSC 440 - Sheep and Goat Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Principles of nutrition, management, genetics, reproduction and health of sheep and goats. Emphasis on production records, marketing technology and consumer affairs. Information on current sheep and goat research, social concerns and industry practices will be used along with trips to sheep and goat farms and related industries.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in Animal Science or Pre-Vet options or permission of instructor.
Crosslisted With: ANSC 640
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ANSC 440L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
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ANSC 441 - Advanced Meat Animal Evaluation and Livestock Selection
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: Two one-hour lectures and one three-hour lab.
When Offered: Spring
Techniques of evaluation of market swine, beef cattle and sheep. Selection of breeding animals for functional efficiency. Selection of working horses for function. Use of performance records in selection of breeding stock. Keep/cull selection and live animal evaluation and pricing. Field trips and presentation of oral reasons.
Prerequisite(s): ANSC 240 and instructor’s approval.
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ANSC 442 - Advanced Meat Animal Evaluation and Livestock Selection
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Advanced techniques of evaluation of market swine, beef cattle and sheep. Selection of breeding animals for functional efficiency. Use of performance records in selection of breeding stock. Livestock judging team coaching techniques and techniques used in judging livestock shows will be discussed. Preparation for the National Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Contest. Field trips and presentation of oral reasons.
Prerequisite(s): ANSC 441 and instructor’s approval.
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ANSC 442L - Animal Science Lab
Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
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ANSC 451 - Equine Selection and Evaluation
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: One three-hour lab.
When Offered: As Needed
Techniques related to the selection and evaluation of working and pleasure horses. Includes analysis for functional efficiency and presentation of oral reasons. Requires numerous field trips and participation in Intercollegiate Horse Judging Competitions. May be repeated one time.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and eligibility for intercollegiate competition.
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ANSC 471 - Commercial Poultry Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Principles of production and management in commercial broiler, turkey and egg industries. Focus on incubation and hatchery management, brooding and rearing, houses and equipment, feeding, health care, processing and marketing and environmental management. Look at trends in poultry production, consumption marketing and research. Trips to poultry integrator to experience all segments of production and processing.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in Animal Science or permission of instructor.
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ART 110 - Understanding Visual Art
(TBR: ART 1030)
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introduction to the aesthetic principles of visual art as exemplified in selected masterpieces.
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ART 110H - Honors Understanding Art
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to the visual arts through studying terminology, history, theory and criticism. For students in good standing in Honors Programs.
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ART 120 - Two-Dimensional Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Application of basic design elements and principles as defined in effective two-dimensional compositions.
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ART 130 - Three-Dimensional Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Studio projects are concerned with the elements and composition of form and mass in three-dimensional space.
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ART 140 - Drawing I
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Placement, scale, perspective, composition and other problems involved in representing forms and objects in two dimensions. May be repeated for credit.
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ART 150 - Drawing II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Advanced study of placement, scale, perspective, composition and other problems involved in representing forms and objects in two dimensions. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 140 .
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ART 200 - Using Color
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Effective use of color in two- and three-dimensional design. Interaction of color as well as historical and psychological aspects.
Prerequisite(s): ART 120 .
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ART 225 - Printmaking
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
An introduction to basic concepts and techniques of printmaking.
Prerequisite(s): ART 120 and ART 150 .
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ART 245 - Sculpture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Compositional study of three-dimensional form with emphasis on basic sculptural concepts, terminology and techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ART 120 and ART 130 or instructor’s approval.
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ART 250 - Painting
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Skills and techniques in the use of oils, acrylics and water colors.
Prerequisite(s): ART 120 , ART 140 , and ART 200 .
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ART 305 - Photography
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Introduction to camera and darkroom techniques for small format, black and white photography.
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ART 310 - Fibers
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to a variety of fibers techniques including paper making, felting, hand looms and basic floor loom weaving. Creativity, experimentation of design and quality of craftsmanship are emphasized.
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ART 325 - Advanced Printmaking
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
Advanced studio exploration in various printmaking media to include working beyond the printed image.
Prerequisite(s): ART 225 .
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ART 327 - Book Arts
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
A studio exploration into structural techniques of making books and of book contents. Fundamental printmaking concepts and techniques are included.
Prerequisite(s): ART 120 and ART 150 .
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ART 330 - Mixed Media
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Development of wet and dry mixed media techniques to include collage, painting, printmaking and other methods of combining media to expand the student’s conceptual and technical abilities.
Prerequisite(s): ART 200 .
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ART 331 - Jewelry
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Techniques in jewelry design and finishing.
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ART 335 - Ceramics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Methods of structuring clay objects including hand-build and wheel-throwing techniques, glazing and firing methods.
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ART 345 - Sculpture II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Advanced study of three-dimensional form with emphasis on refining an understanding of sculptural concepts, terminology and techniques. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 245 .
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ART 350 - Painting II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Advanced skills and techniques in the use of oils, acrylics and water colors. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 250 .
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ART 355 - Figure Drawing
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Drawing from live human models in charcoal, pencil and other materials.
Prerequisite(s): ART 140 and ART 150 .
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ART 360 - Clay Sculpture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
Exploration of various clay sculpture processes. Advanced hand-building techniques, glaze and surface techniques. Makes use of slab roller extruders. Students will participate in kiln firing and glaze mixing.
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ART 365 - Clay Sculpture II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
Advanced study of sculptural concepts, terminology and techniques as related to clay. Focus on mold-making and figurative work. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 360 .
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ART 370 - Raku
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Exploration of Raku ceramic techniques, history, and contemprary practices. Primary focus on handbuilding skills.
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ART 391 - Special Topics in Art
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected media and/or genre for intensive study. Topics and prerequisites to be announced. May be repeated for credit.
Crosslisted With: ART 591
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ART 402 - Research Topics in 2-D Studio
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course provides the upper-level studio art student the opportunity to explore directions in 2-D art disciplines to develop a body of work in preparation for senior exhibit, graduate studies, and/or moving forward in the profession. May be repeated for credit. Permission from the primary 2-D studio instructor must be given before students may enroll in this course.
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ART 403 - Research Topics in 3-D Studio
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course provides the upper-level studio art student the opportunity to explore directions in 3-D art disciplines to develop a body of work in preparation for senior exhibit, graduate studies, and/or moving forward in the profession. May be repeated for credit. Permission from the primary 3-D studio instructor must be given before students may enroll in this course.
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ART 410 - Fibers II
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Advanced studio exploration of fibers and their use in art making. This class provides upper level art students with the opportunity to develop a body of fiber art work in preparation for senior exhibits, graduate studies and/or moving forward in the discipline. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): ART 310 and ART 441 and instructor’s approval.
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