The Animal Sciences minor provides students with hands-on, foundational knowledge in the management of equine and livestock production - an ideal way to boost your resume if you are majoring in agriculture or life sciences. It's a great way to stand out in the job market and expand your skills in animal production and care.
Earning a minor in Animal Sciences provides students with foundational knowledge in equine and livestock management, 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 diverse opportunities in animal-related industries.
To complete the Animal Sciences minor, students must successfully complete 15 credits. All students must complete ASC 101, ASC 102 or ASC 382, and at least nine credits of additional coursework from a pre-approved list (Group A and B). At least one course must be selected from Group A and one from Group B.
Several courses in Group A and Group B have prerequisites beyond the required minor courses of ASC 101 and ASC 102 or ASC 382. Students enrolled in the Animal Sciences minor are responsible for satisfying these prerequisites.
Introduction to the biological principles of animal sciences with emphasis on anatomy, nutrition, reproduction, and breeding and genetics of livestock, poultry, and horses. (3 credits) Prerequisite: Fall semesters Animal Science majors only
An introduction to livestock and poultry production. Emphasis is placed on the application of anatomy, physiology, nutrition, feeds and feeding, reproduction, breeding and genetics, and behavior in the production and management of livestock and poultry in the U.S. (3 credits) Prerequisite: ASC 101
A broad survey of animal agriculture covering beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, horses, poultry, sheep and swine. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of anatomy, breeding and genetics, feeding, nutrition, physiology and reproduction of livestock and poultry species in the United States. For nonmajors only. (3 credits) Prerequisite: None
At least one course must be selected from Group A.
*Additional prerequisites required beyond ASC 101 and ASC 102 or ASC 382.
At least one course must be selected from Group B.
*Additional prerequisites required beyond ASC 101 and ASC 102 or ASC 382.
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment
