ANSC-ANIMAL SCIENCE

ANSC 100. Introductory Animal Science - 3 cr.

Orientation and survey of livestock industry in the United States; introduction to feeding, breeding, and management practices for producing farm animals and select companion animals.

ANSC 100 L. Introductory Animal Science Laboratory - 1 cr. (2P)

Students will observe and participate in activities related to farm animal management and will include areas of livestock selection, nutrition, reproductive physiology, animal ID and animal health. This lab is required for animal science majors. Pre/Corequisite(s): ANSC 100.

ANSC 103. Introductory Horse Science - 3 cr. (2+2P)

The light horse industry; breeds; introduction to feeding, breeding, marketing and management; handling and selecting horses for breeding and performance.

ANSC 111. Freshmen Orientation - 1 cr.

Orientation to university life, including available resources and methods to promote success at NMSU. General exposure to fields in agriculture and home economics. Open to all freshmen and transfer students. Graded S/U.

ANSC 112. Companion Animals in Society - 3 cr.

Examination of the history, evolution, and future roles of companion animals in human society. The companion animal industry, governmental policies and laws, and sports and competitions involving interactions between companion animals and humans will be explored. Special emphasis will be given to canine, equine, and feline species. Restricted to: Main campus only.

ANSC 190. Western Equitation I - 2 cr. (4P)

Basic principles of Western riding, including care and management of the riding horse, equitation equipment, and development of riding skills.

ANSC 200. Introduction to Meat Animal Production - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Production and utilization of beef cattle, sheep and swine; emphasis on feeding, breeding, management problems and marketing; selection of animals for breeding and market.

ANSC 201. Introduction to Genetics for Animal Production - 3 cr.

Introduction to genetics and inheritance relative to livestock production. Introduction to procedures for collection and use of performance information in livestock improvement programs. Prerequisites: BIOL 111.

ANSC 220. Animal Science Career Development - 1 cr.

Introduction to scientific disciplines and career options in animal-agriculture career-skill development, including resume preparation, networking, importance of internships, and leadership experiences in animal agriculture.

ANSC 250. Special Topics - 1-4 cr.

Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester. No more than 9 credits toward a degree.

ANSC 251. Companion Animals and the Human-Animal Bond - 3 cr.

The science behind the human-animal bond. An examination of the interactions between humans and companion animals and the effects on human health and wellness. Topics will include Animal Assisted Activity (AAA), Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), and service animals. Restricted to: Main campus only.

ANSC 261. Introduction to Animal Metabolism - 3 cr.

Principles underlying the mechanisms of animal metabolism as they relate to production, maintenance, and health of animals. Prerequisite: CHEM 111G.

ANSC 262. Introduction to Meat Science - 3 cr. (2+3P)

Fundamental aspects of the red meat industry. Lecture topics and laboratory exercises include the nutrient value of meat, meat preservation, meat safety, muscle structure and contraction, slaughter and processing of beef, lamb, and pork, sausage manufacture, meat curing, meat cookery, and muscle and bone anatomy.

ANSC 265. Horse Evaluation - 2 cr. (4P)

Selection and classification of horses.

ANSC 285. Companion Animal Management - 3 cr.

Introduction to care and management of companion animals. Topics will include an understanding of common varieties of pets and their place within human cultures, domestication, breeding ethics, nutrition, management; and health care topics.

ANSC 288. Horse Fitting and Selling - 3 cr.

Preparation of horses for sale; planning and conduct of auction sale; application of marketing principles relating to selling horses. Prerequisite: ANSC 103 or consent of instructor.

ANSC 289. Management of Equine Operations - 3 cr.

Introduction and application of business skills necessary to effectively manage the equine operation. Students will learn how to use strategic thinking and sound business management practices to succeed in the demanding equine industry. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 103 or consent of instructor.

ANSC 290. Western Equitation II - 2 cr. (4P)

Intermediate principles of Western riding, including reading horse behavior, limbering-up exercises, and developing riding skills. Introduction to rollbacks, turnarounds and stops. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

ANSC 295. Team Competition in Animal Science - 1-2 cr.

Training in team competition in the animal sciences. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

ANSC 301. Animal and Carcass Evaluation - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Determination of the market value of meat animals by relating live animal and carcass traits. Topics include the identification of economically important traits, grading, growth and development, wholesale and retail pricing, and futures and options markets.

ANSC 302. Therapeutic Horseback Riding I - 3 cr.

Basic principles and understanding of horsemanship and therapeutic riding, including equipment, safety, how to be an effective volunteer, side walker, and horse handler. Consent of instructor required.

ANSC 303. Livestock, Meat and Wool Evaluation - 4 cr. (3+2P)

Selection, classification, grading, and judging of livestock, meat, and wool.

ANSC 304. Feeds and Feeding - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Digestibility of feeds, their nutritive values, grades, and classes, principles of ration formulation and computer ration formulations, and practical feeding of farm animals.

ANSC 305. Principles of Genetics - 3 cr.

Covers fundamental principles of reproduction, variation, and heredity in plants and animals. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111G, BIOL 211G and either CHEM 111 or CHEM 115. Crosslisted with: AGRO 305, BIOL 305 and HORT 305

ANSC 310. Exhibiting Livestock - 3 cr. (1+4P)

ANSC 311. Companion Animal Behavior and Training - 3 cr.

An examination of the behavior of companion animals and the role that genetics, physiology, neurobiology and domestication have played. Training methods and problem behaviors will be examined. The influence of companion animal owners in shaping their animal's behavior will be explored. Emphasis will be on canine and feline species.

ANSC 312V. Companion Animals and the Human/Animal Bond - 3 cr.

The science behind the human-animal bond. An examination of the interactions between humans and companion animals and the effects on human health and wellness. Cultural and geographical differences in the human-animal bond will be explored. Topics will include Animal Assisted Activity (AAA), Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), and service animals. Emerging and future uses of companion animals in human-animal interactions will be discussed.

ANSC 314. Swine Production - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Breeding, feeding, and care of swine. Prerequisite: ANSC 304.

ANSC 320. Applied Horsemanship - 3 cr. (6P)

Basic principles, methods and philosophies of handling, breaking and training the two-year-old Western horse. Prerequisite: ANSC 290 and/ or consent of instructor.

ANSC 321. Applied Horsemanship II - 3 cr. (6P)

Continuation of ANSC 320. Further development of skills required to advance the training of the two-year-old Western horse. Emphasis will be placed on lateral work, lead changes, turn-arounds, obstacles, and making the horse accustomed to ranch and trail riding situations. Prerequisites: ANSC 320 or consent of instructor.

ANSC 325. Mastering Financial Agricultural Statements - 3 cr.

Same as AG E 325.

ANSC 350. Special Topics - 1-4 cr.

Specific subjects and credits to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Maximum of 4 credits per semester. No more than 9 credits toward a degree.

ANSC 351V. Agricultural Animals of the World - 3 cr.

Global study of the development and use of animals for production of food and nonfood products. Climatic, cultural, and economic influences on systems of livestock production and species and breeds of livestock utilized will be evaluated.

ANSC 353. Advanced Livestock Evaluation - 2 cr. (4P)

Advanced selection, classification and grading of livestock.

ANSC 355. Advanced Horse Evaluation - 2 cr. (4P)

Advanced selection and classification of horses.

ANSC 363. Meat Technology - 3 cr.

Structure function and composition of muscles; factors influencing conversion of muscle to meat; buying, palatability and nutritive value of meat and meat products.

ANSC 370. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals - 4 cr. (3+2P)

Structure and function of the animal body. Includes studies of the horse, cow, sheep, pig, and comparisons with the human body. Prerequisites: CHEM 111G and BIOL 190 or 211G.

ANSC 383. Equine Reproductive Management - 3 cr. (1+4P)

Anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology of reproduction of the mare and stallion; training in modern reproductive techniques employed in the horse industry. Prerequisites: ANSC 103, ANSC 289, and ANSC 370.

ANSC 390. Internship - 1-3 cr.

Professional work experience under the joint supervision of the employer and a faculty member. A written report is required. No more than 3 credits toward a degree. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.

ANSC 395. Team Competition II - 1-2 cr.

Advanced training in team competition in the animal sciences. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

ANSC 402. Animal Science Seminar - 1 cr.

Review of the current literature in animal sciences. Oral and written reports.

ANSC 412. Companion Animal Health and Diseases - 3 cr.

Examination of the differences between infectious and non-infectious diseases and the basics of the immune system. Pathophysiology and treatment of common diseases affecting canines and felines and the role the pet owner plays in pre-disposing their animals to disease. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 370 or consent of instructor.

ANSC 414. Sheep and Wool Production - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Genetics, nutrition, physiology and management of sheep. Wool grading, shearing, and disease control. Prerequisites: ANSC 304 and junior status.

ANSC 415. Horse Science and Management - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Senior level course requiring students to apply basic knowledge acquired in the prerequisite courses to solve typical problems encountered in the horse industry. Specific topics include genetics and animal breeding, business and legal issues, reproduction, health, nutrition and exercise physiology. Prerequisites: ANSC 304 and ANSC 370 or concurrent registration.

ANSC 416. Beef Production - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Breeding, nutrition, management and marketing of beef cattle. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 304 and (ANSC 201 or ANSC 305) or concurrent registration.

ANSC 417. Dairy Production - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Breeding, nutrition, physiology and management of dairy cattle. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 304 and (ANSC 201 or ANSC 305) or concurrent registration.

ANSC 421. Physiology of Reproduction - 4 cr. (3+2P)

Fertility and the role of hormones, nutrition, selection, management and environment in the maintenance of high reproductive rate. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 370.

ANSC 422. Animal Nutrition - 3 cr.

Nutrient utilization and measurement; nutrient requirements for the various body functions. Prerequisite: CHEM 211.

ANSC 423. Animal Breeding - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Mating systems, and selection procedures; calculation of inbreeding coefficients, genetic relationships, and gene frequency. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 201 or 305.

ANSC 448. Problems - 1-4 cr.

Individual investigation in a specific area of animal science. Maximum of 4 credits per semester. No more than 6 credits toward a degree.

ANSC 450. Equine Assisted Learning - 3 cr.

Covers the complex relationship between horses and humans. Students are introduced to human psychological theories and methods of how people and horses can work together and the application of such structured learning settings using horses to achieve learning outcomes. Students will also be introduced to horsemanship including proper use and maintenance of equipment, safety, handling, basic care, behavior of horses and benefits of the horse. Consent of instructor required. Crosslisted with: FCS 450

ANSC 458. Livestock Behavior, Welfare and Handling - 3 cr. (2+3P)

Principles of animal behavior and evaluation of management practices on animal welfare in confined and rangeland livestock operations. Low stress livestock handling techniques. Design of livestock handling facilities. Prerequisite(s): RGSC 294 or ANSC 100. Crosslisted with: RGSC 458

ANSC 462. Parasitology - 3 cr.

Same as EPWS 462.

ANSC 462 L. Parasitology Lab - 1 cr.

Classification, biological effects, and management of animal parasites of man, domestic animals, and wildlife. One-hour lab is optional. Same as EPWS 462.

ANSC 468. Advanced Dairy Herd Management - 3 cr.

The course is offered through the Southern Great Plains Dairy Consortium in Clovis, NM, and will include breeding, nutrition, physiology, health and management of large herd dairies of the Southwest. Students must apply for the course through the Consortium, and can take it more than once, as topics vary. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): ANSC 304.

ANSC 480. Environmental Physiology of Domestic Animals - 3 cr.

Influence of environmental factors on physiological processes of domestic animals. Prerequisite: ANSC 370.

ANSC 484. Ruminant Nutrition - 3 cr.

Energy, nitrogen, and mineral nutrition of ruminants with special emphasis on digestive physiology and metabolism of nonprotein nitrogen compounds. Prerequisite: ANSC 422.

ANSC 485. Advanced Animal Breeding - 3 cr.

Population genetics, heritability, selection, gene x environment and gene x gene interactions, composite development, molecular genetic technology and manipulation. Prerequisite: ANSC 423 and A ST 311.