AG 1018 - Principles of Animal Science

    Recent Professors
    Alia Declusin, Jean Wood, Angelee Dowling
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2025 Sections
    View Fall 2025 sections of AG 1018
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This is a course in principles of Animal Science. The course will provide an overview of the origin, characteristics, adaptation and contribution of domesticated farm animals to the agriculture industry from a scientific perspective. Topics will include cell biology, animal anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, health, retail products and by-products as well as behavior and genetics. Current topics include the influence of humans in genetic engineering, trait selection, and productivity as well as animal welfare and industry policy issues. Lab components include experimental design and reporting, animal dissections, basic animal handling, basic husbandry practices, and applied use of biotechnology in animal science.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Fri 11:50am–12:40pm, Mon Tue Thu Fri 2:25pm–3:15pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 1:35pm–2:25pm, Thu 9:30am–10:45am