Animal Sciences Minor

The Animal Sciences minor provides students with hands-on, foundational knowledge in the management of equine and livestock production, enhancing their understanding of animal biology, nutrition, reproduction, and genetics. This minor is an excellent complement to majors in agriculture, life sciences, or related fields, offering practical skills applicable to careers in animal care, production, and agribusiness. By integrating scientific principles with hands-on learning, the minor prepares students for opportunities in animal-related industries.

Prerequisites

Note that several classes in Group A and Group B have prerequisites beyond/other than ASC 101 . These are indicated in parentheses following the courses below. Students taking the minor are responsible for satisfying the prerequisites.

Minor Requirements

ASC 101 - Domestic Animal Biology 3 Credit Hours
ASC 102 - Introduction to Livestock and Poultry Production 3 Credit Hours
OR
ASC 382 - Animal Production Principles 3 Credit Hours
Additional Course Work Credit(s): 9

At least 9 credit hours must be selected from the list that follows (Groups A and B). At least one course must be selected from Group A and one course from Group B.

Group A

ASC 300 - Meat Science 4 Credit Hours
ASC 325 - Animal Physiology 3 Credit Hours
ASC 362 - Animal Breeding and Genetics 4 Credit Hours
ASC 364 - Reproductive Physiology of Farm Animals 4 Credit Hours
ASC 378 - Animal Nutrition 3 Credit Hours
ASC 380 - Applied Animal Nutrition 3 Credit Hours

Group B

ASC 404 - Sheep Science 4 Credit Hours
ASC 406 - Beef Cattle Science 4 Credit Hours
ASC 408 - Swine Science 3 Credit Hours
ASC 410 - Equine Science 3 Credit Hours
ASC 420 - Dairy Cattle Science 3 Credit Hours
ASC 440 - Poultry Science 3 Credit Hours

Animal Sciences Minor

Prerequisites

Minor Requirements

Group A

Group B

Total Hours Required: 15