Animal Science - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - AGRA)

The Animal Science Associate of Applied Science degree is designed to prepare students for a career in the agricultural profession or for transfer to a university Bachelor of Applied Science degree program. It focuses on the science of livestock production and management.

Learning Outcomes

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

Identify and conceptualize all aspects of animal science including the 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.
Develop appropriate animal feeding systems for agricultural and companion animals.
Communicate in a professional manner using written and verbal language to apply language, math and technology for animal science.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101	Composition**	3
	OR
ENG 101L	Composition with Support Lab	3
ENG 102	English Composition**	3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132	Applied Mathematics*	3
	OR
MAT 132L	Applied Mathematics with Support Lab	3
	or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

COM 102	Essentials of Communication**	3
PSY 101	Introduction to Psychology**	3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116	Computer Essentials*	3
	OR
CIS 120	Introduction to Information Systems**	3

CORE CURRICULUM 39 CREDITS

AGR 102	Introduction to Agriculture	3
AGR 105	Range Management	3
AGR 109	Introduction to Agriculture Laboratory	1
AGR 208	Animal Science**	3
AGR 214	Soil Science*	4
AGR 230	Feeds and Feeding*	3
AGR 235	Introduction to Entomology	4
AGR 237	Equine Science and Management*	4
	OR
AGR 201	Artificial Insemination of Domestic Livestock	4
AGR 243	Livestock Production and Management*	3
AGR 255	Agriculture and the Environment*	3
BIO 181	General Biology I (for majors)***	4
CHM 130	Fundamental Chemistry***	4