Complete Listing of all Animal Science Courses Offered (links to Cornell University Courses of Study page)
Spring 2012
AN SC 1105 – Contemporary Perspectives of Animal Science
1 credit. Prerequisite: freshmen, sophomores, or first-year transfer standing.
Lecture T 1:25-2:15 pm or W 12:20-1:10 pm. J. Gavalchin.
In addition to preparing students for veterinary medicine, a degree in Animal Science is excellent background for careers in agricultural production, education, marketing, communications, and policy development, in both private and public sectors. In this course, students explore these opportunities and develop skills that will aid them in career planning.
AN SC 2210 - Principles of Animal Genetics 3 credits. Prerequisite: two semesters of college biology.
Lecture TR 9:05-9:55 am; Disc TWR or F 2:00-4:25 pm. I. G. Imumorin.
Examination of basic genetic principles and their application to the improvement of domestic animals, with emphasis on the effects of selection on animal populations and an introduction to the application of molecular techniques to animal improvement.
AN SC 2400 – Animal Reproduction and Development
3 credits. Prerequisite: Two semesters of college level biology. Lecture MWF 10:10-11:00 am. J. E. Parks.
Comparative anatomy and physiology of mammalian and avian reproduction, with emphasis on domestic and laboratory animals; fertilization through embryonic development, pregnancy, and growth to sexual maturity; emphasis on physiological mechanisms and application to fertility regulation.
AN SC 2410 – Animal Reproduction and Development Lab
1 credit. Limited to 30 students per lab. Pre- or corequisite: AN SC 2400.
Lab MTW or R 1:25-4:25 pm. J. E. Parks.
Demonstrates fundamental principles and applied aspects of mammalian and avian reproduction. A limited number of live animals are used in some demonstrations. Dissection and examination of tissues from vertebrate animals are included in selected laboratories.
AN SC 2510 – Applied Dairy Cattle Genetics 2 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC 2500. S-U or letter grades.
Lecture MW 12:20-1:10 pm. D. M. Galton.
Application of scientific principles of genetic programs in herds with different breeding programs. Emphasizes economical traits to be used to improve genetic progress and herd performance.
AN SC 2720 – Feline Reproduction
1 credit. Prerequisite: Suggested AN SC 2400.
Lecture M 7:30-9:25 pm (7 week course). J. R. Giles.
Emphasis is on reproduction in the domestic cat, however, aspects particular to reproduction in larger cats will also be presented. Students will learn the physiology of the normal reproductive cycle as well as some common disorders.
AN SC 3200 – Comparative Animal Nutrition and Toxicology: Horses, Dogs, Cats and More
4 credits. S-U or letter grades. Prerequisites: One year college biology and AN SC 2120 (Animal Nutrition) or equivalent.
Lecture MWF 11:15-12:05 pm; Lab T or R 1:25-4:25 pm. One weekend field trip. D. L. Brown.
At the end of this course, students will (1) be able to match feed resources to the physiological needs of horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, deer, reindeer, birds, reptiles, and a variety of other animals found at home, in zoos, rehabilitation centers, on ranches and farms, (2) understand the intellectual processes by which a successful, science-based feeding strategy should be developed for animals without a history of domestication, (3) understand the evolutionary and physiological basis for some of the diversity in nutritional strategies and toxicological vulnerabilities found among animals.
AN SC 3410 – Biology of the Mammary Gland in Health and Disease
2 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC 1100 or introductory course in human or animal physiology.
Lecture TR 9:05-9:55 am. Y. R. Boisclair.
The course uses the mammary gland as the platform to illustrate the integration of physiological systems in the whole animal. Lectures cover the anatomy, development and endocrinology of the gland, composition and biosynthesis of milk and diseases related to mammary gland development and function. The information comes from a variety of mammals including the mouse for development, the dairy cow for production aspects and the human for diseases.
AN SC 3510 – Dairy Herd Management 4 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC 2500 or permission of instructor. Recommended: AEM 3020.
Lecture MWF 9:05-9:55 am; Lab M 1:25-4:25 pm. D. M. Galton.
Application of scientific principles to practical herd management with components of reproduction, milking, housing, records, and production economics. Laboratories emphasize practical applications, analyses of alternatives, decision making, field trips, and discussion.
AN SC 3511 – Junior Dairy Fellows 2 credits. Prerequisite: Junior standing; AN SC 2500; Permission of Instructor.
F 1:25-4:25 pm; S-U only. M. E. Van Amburgh.
Designed for undergraduates who have a sincere interest in dairy farm management and the dairy industry. Objective is to gain further understanding of the integration and application of dairy farm management principles and programs with respect to progressive dairying and related industries. The course will emphasize a wide range of dairy and agriculture related businesses and personnel that work in and with the dairy industry.
AN SC 3550 – Dairy Cattle Nutrition 3 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC 2500 or permission of instructor.
Lecture TR 10:10-11:00 am; Lab R 1:25-4:25 pm. T. R. Overton and L. E. Chase.
Application of scientific principles to practical herd management with components of nutrition and herd health. Labs emphasize practical applications, analysis of alternatives, decision making, field trips and discussion.
AN SC 3600 – Beef Cattle
3 credits. Alternate year course; offered even-numbered years.
Lecture TR 10:10-11:00 am; Lab W 2:00-4:25 pm. M. L. Thonney.
Management of nutrition, selection, health, and reproduction of beef cattle. Lectures and laboratories are designed to give students practical knowledge of beef production as well as the scientific background for improving management practices. Students spend several days during the semester feeding and caring for cows and their newborn calves.
AN SC 3700 – Immunology in Animal Health and Disease 2 credits. Prerequisite: Two semesters of majors level biology.
Lecture TR 11:15-12:05 pm. J. Gavalchin.
This course will cover selected concepts in immunology, with a focus on those that are important to domestic animal health and disease prevention. Students will learn how to apply their knowledge of immunological principles to understand current literature, research and practices. Course format will include lectures, literature discussion, and cooperative learning activities.
AN SC 3920 – Mechanisms of Animal Growth and Development 2 credits. Prerequisites: AN SC 1100 or equivalent introductory physiology courses.
Lecture TR 12:20-1:10 pm. Q. Long and Y. R. Boisclair.
A course on the basic biology of animal growth and development. The course employs model systems (cell culture, fish and mice) to examine cellular and molecular mechanisms of animal growth and development, and farm animals to discuss whole animal growth patterns and applications of new technologies.
AN SC 3921 – Mechanisms of Animal Growth and Development Lab
1 credit. Prerequisite: AN SC 1100 or equivalent introductory physiology courses.
Laboratory W 1:25-4:25 pm. Q. Long.
This laboratory course provides experience in animal genotyping, generation and expression in transgenes, hormone-stimulated cell growth and metabolism of cells and the whole animal. Techniques used in this course include: genomic DNA ligation and transformation, gene expression, immunohistochemistry, glucose and insulin tolerance tests.
AN SC 4010 - Dairy Production Seminar 1 credit. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Seminar M 7:30-8:30 pm. T. R. Overton.
Capstone course in which students, with the help of faculty members, complete a study of the research literature on topics of current interest in the dairy industry. Students then make an oral and a written report on their topic with emphasis on integrating theory and practice.
AN SC 4020 - Seminar in Animal Sciences 1 credit. Prerequisite: students engaged in undergraduate honors research projects. S-U or letter grades.
Seminar R 3:00-4:00 pm. S. M. Quirk.
Reports of undergraduate honors research projects. Students present oral reports of their work for class discussion in addition to written reports.
AN SC 4120 – Whole-Farm Nutrient Management
4 credits. Prerequisites: junior, senior, or graduate standing, AN SC 4110 is preferred but not required.
Lecture TR 11:15-12:05 pm ; Lab T 1:25-4:25 pm. M. E. Van Amburgh and Q. M. Ketterings.
This course provides students with an understanding of the concepts and practices underlying whole- farm nutrient management planning of livestock and dairy farms. Improving profitability and efficiency are key factors considered while improving air and water quality associated with dairy production. Students learn about nutrient management on Confined Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO’s) and conduct their own Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan on a case-study farm. This course integrates crop and manure management with nutrition and herd management to provide a broad but focused and action oriented approach.
AN SC 4140 - Ethics and Animal Science 2 credits. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
Lecture M 12:20-1:10 pm; Disc W 12:20-1:10 pm. D. J. R. Cherney.
Explores place of humans in the biological world, origins of ethics and morality, speciesism, use of animals for research and agricultural purposes, transgenic animals. A book review, participation in discussion in class and online, and a project of the student's choice are used to evaluate the performance of each student.
AN SC 4300 – Comparative Genomics of Health and Disease in Domesticated Animals
2 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC or BIOMG 2800.
Lecture TF 2:30-3:20 pm. S. A. Brooks.
As we approach the age of the “$1000" genome, the number of mammals with at least a draft reference genome sequence is rapidly increasing. This is particularly true for large domesticated mammals like the horse, cattle, dog, pig or sheep. Genomic research in large animals, rather than traditional laboratory species, open up new horizons in diversity of phenotype, mechanisms and technique.
AN SC 4560 - Dairy Management Fellowship 2 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing; AN SC 3510; permission of instructor. S-U grades only.
Lecture F 1:25-4:25 pm. D. M. Galton.
Designed for undergraduates who have a sincere interest in dairy farm management. Objective is to gain further understanding of the integration and application of dairy farm management principles and programs with respect to progressive dairying and related industries.
AN SC 4570 – Introductory Spanish for Dairy Producers 3 credits. Prerequisite: AN SC 2500; permission of instructor.
Lecture TR 9:05-9:55 am; Disc T 1:25-4:25 pm. P. A. Ospina.
Students with a focus on dairy management learn to communicate with the increasingly Spanish-speaking workforce to assure that the knowledge of cutting-edge dairy management and observations from the field are exchanged accurately. This is the first of a sequence of two courses developed to meet these goals.
Both Fall and Spring
AN SC 4960 - Internship in Animal Science (Fall and spring)
On-the-job learning experience under supervision of qualified professionals. Internships must be approved in advance by student advisor.
AN SC 4970 - Individual Study in Animal Science (Fall and spring)
May include individual tutorial study or a lecture topic selected by a professor. Because topics may change, the course may be repeated for credit.
AN SC 4980 - Undergraduate Teaching (Fall and spring)
Participating student assists in teaching a course allied with his or her education and experience. The student meets regularly with students in a discussion or laboratory section, to gain teaching experience. Further, you will meet regularly to discuss teaching objectives, techniques, and subject matter with the professor in charge. Letter grade.
AN SC 4990 - Undergraduate Research (Fall and spring)
Affords opportunities for students to carry out independent research under appropriate supervision. Anyone interested in undergraduate research should ask their advisor about opportunities.
AN SC 4991 Undergraduate Honors Research in Animal Science
Fall or spring. 6 credits max during undergraduate career. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
(AN SC 4960, 4970, 4980, 4990, 4991 – Students must register using independent study form available in 140 Roberts Hall or 149 Morrison Hall. S-U or letter grades.)
AN SC 6100 – Animal Science Seminar
Fall and spring. 1 credit. Prerequisite: graduate standing. S-U grades only. Sem, T 12:20-1:10. R. E. Austic
Weekly seminar on topics related to animal science.
AN SC 6190 – Field of Nutrition Seminar
Fall and spring. 0 credits. SUX.
For description, see NS 619.
AN SC 6210 – Reproductive Physiology/Endocrinology Seminar
Fall and spring. 1 credit. Prerequisite: graduate standing or permission of instructor. S-U grades only. Sem, W 4:00. W. R. Butler and staff.
Current research in reproductive physiology is presented by faculty and staff members, graduate students, and invited speakers.
AN SC 6220 – Seminar in Animal Metabolism
Fall and spring. 1 credit. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. S-U grades only. Sem, R 4:00. Y. R. Boisclair and D. E. Bauman.
Current issues in metabolism are discussed as they relate to productivity, well-being, and diseases of animals. Students present research proposals, progress reports on ongoing projects and recent peer-reviewed publications.
AN SC 6940 – Special Topics in Animal Science
“Trial” graduate courses are offered under this number.
AN SC 7900 – Graduate-Level Thesis Research
Fall and spring. Credit TBA, max. 12 per semester. Prerequisite: permission of adviser. S-U grades only. Graduate faculty.
For students in a Ph.D. program only before A exam has been passed.
AN SC 8900 – Master’s-Level Thesis Research
Fall and spring. Credit TBA, max. 12 per semester. Prerequisite: permission of adviser. S-U grades only. Graduate faculty.
For students admitted specifically to a master’s program.
AN SC 9900 – Doctoral-Level Thesis Research
Fall and spring. Credit TBA, max. 12 credits per semester. Prerequisite: permission of adviser. S-U grades only. Graduate faculty.
For students admitted to candidacy after A exam has been passed.