An overview of the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and management of livestock and recreation species; introduction to animal behavior, animal disease, and biotechnology. Prerequisite: Animal Science major, minor, or Instructor permission.
Explores the interconnection of human, animal, and environmental health, covering topics like pollution, zoonoses, and comparative medicine. Examines the science behind these issues and what can be done about them and the role of other factors such as economics, culture, and the skills needed to tackle them.
Starting with evolution and domestication and progressing to current breeds, colors, uses, health, and management of horses, provides a basic understanding of one of our most beloved domestic animals. No prior horse experience or knowledge is required.
Develops skills in the practical aspects of equine management of individual horses and horses maintained in a group setting using hands-on experiences and peer teaching. Students care for their own horse or an Animal Science horse. Prerequisites: For students currently accepted into the UVM Horse Barn Cooperative Program or currently enrolled in ASCI 2400; Instructor permission.
This is a whirlwind tour of the science of our best friends - the cat and dog! Students will learn about different aspects of our most popular companion species, such as their history, biology, behavior, and health.
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On-site supervised work experience combined with a structured academic learning plan directed by a faculty member or a faculty-staff team in which a faculty member is the instructor of record, for which academic credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
A course which is tailored to fit the interests of a specific student, which occurs outside the traditional classroom/laboratory setting under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Discussion and workshop activities exploring careers in animal and food science. Includes resume preparation and interview training. Prerequisite: ASCI 1000.
A comprehensive study of anatomical structure of vertebrate animals with emphasis on domestic animals. Taught from a systemic anatomy approach and incorporating microscopic and developmental anatomy, comparative vertebrate anatomy, and applied/clinical anatomy. Some physiology will be introduced to reinforce the link between structure and function. Prerequisites: BIOL 1000, BIOL 1400, or BCOR 1400; CHEM 1100 or CHEM 1400.
The study of DNA with an emphasis in genetics of animal species, included but not limited to livestock and companion animals. Topics include patterns of inheritance, molecular genetics, gene regulation, biotechnology, genomics, population and quantitative genetics. Prerequisite: BIOL 1400, BIOL 1450, BCOR 1400, BCOR 1450, or BCOR 1425.
The second of a two-course sequence. Students perform the work and make the financial and management decisions associated with the CREAM dairy herd. Prerequisites: ASCI 2300.
A hands-on equine management experience. Students perform horse duties, recordkeeping, and make financial and management decisions on a horse boarding operation. Prerequisites: ASCI 1000 or ASCI 1400.
Provides guidelines for understanding risks, liabilities and other pertinent topics necessary for running a successful equine-related business. Prerequisite: ASCI 1000 or ASCI 1400.
After an introduction to equine anatomy and physiology, students are presented with common diseases and their corresponding description, cause, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention. Weekly small-group case studies highlight core principles. Optional hands-on opportunities at UVM Horse Barn. Prerequisite: ASCI 1000 or ASCI 1400.
Geared towards students with little to no horse experience, focuses on hands-on skills at both the UVM Horse Barn and the UVM Morgan Horse Farm. Students will meet weekly at the UVM Horse Barn to gain experience with haltering, grooming, leading, lunging, and assessing horses. Includes learning how to identify horses, disciplines, and physical condition. Prerequisite: ASCI 1000 or ASCI 1400.
From gorillas to golden lion tamarinds, how human attitudes, activities, utilization, and management strategies impact wild and captive animal populations. Prerequisites: ASCI 1000; BIOL 1000, BIOL 1400, or BCOR 1400.
On-site supervised work experience combined with a structured academic learning plan directed by a faculty member or a faculty-staff team in which a faculty member is the instructor of record, for which academic credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Undergraduate student service as a teaching assistant, usually in an introductory level course in the discipline, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Undergraduate student work on individual or small team research projects under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion. Prerequisites: Junior standing; Department Chair permission.
Uses a scientific approach to answer fundamental questions about animal behavior such as how and why animals behave a particular way; primarily taught from an applied perspective using knowledge to investigate and solve practical, real-world problems. Students will learn how to observe and record behavior and apply this knowledge to a semester-long project. Broad areas of behavior including communication, feeding and social behavior will also be explored. Prerequisite: ASCI 2130. Pre/Co-requisites: ASCI 1990 recommended when the topic is research skills.
Physiology of endocrine and autocrine/paracrine systems and growth factors. Prerequisites: ASCI 2120; BIOL 1000 and BIOL 1005, BIOL 1000 and BCOR 1425, BIOL 1400 and BIOL 1450, or BCOR 1400 and BCOR 1450.
An advanced study of diseases in cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, emphasizing disease detection, pathobiology, treatment and prevention. Prerequisites: ASCI 2180, ASCI 2110, ASCI 2120.
Augments learning acquired during previous CREAM experience; students provide technical, logistical, organizational support to the current group of CREAM students. Prerequisite: ASCI 2300 or ASCI 2310.
Designed for the leadership groups in the Hardacre Equine Center. Students who are on the Horse Barn Executive Committee, Equus Advisors, and Dressage Team Captains are required to participate. Topics include equine nutrition, farm management, equine health and wellness, pasture management, equine equipment management and selection, and biosecurity protocols. Depending on the student's role there are additional horse care, teaching, and student management responsibilities. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Students work through medical and surgical cases from chief complaint to treatment, prognosis and prevention. Diagnostic techniques and treatment options prioritized. Hands-on opportunities include physical, orthopedic, and neurologic exams, as well as field trips to local equine facilities and the UVM Morgan Horse Farm. Prerequisite: ASCI 2480.
An exploration of modern zoo philosophy and ethics and the extent of human intervention necessary for the preservation of endangered species. Prerequisites: ASCI 2600 or Instructor permission.
Undergraduate student service as a teaching assistant, usually in an introductory-level course in the discipline, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Undergraduate student work on individual or small team research projects under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Honors course.