Animal Science - Certificate (Major Code - ASC)

The Animal Science Certificate will examine key aspects of livestock production in Southeast Arizona. Courses will cover livestock production and management, range management, diseases and insect pests of livestock and their control.

Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Identify and conceptualize aspects of animal science including economic, environmental, and global impact on animal production programs.
  • Implement sound range management practices and describe the importance of animal nutrition, genetics, and reproductive physiology to ensure sustainable animal production.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of insect pests of animals and their control measures including the components of a successful integrated pest management system.

Degree Map

CORE CURRICULUM 16 CREDITS

Courses

AGR 105Range Management

3

AGR 208Animal ScienceThis course has laboratory or studio fees

3

AGR 230Feeds and FeedingThis course may be offered online

3

AGR 235Introduction to Entomology

4

AGR 237Equine Science and ManagementThis course has laboratory or studio fees

4

OR

AGR 243Livestock Production and ManagementThis course may be offered online

3

TOTAL CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS 16 CREDITS