ANSC 110 - Introduction to Livestock Production

Credits: 5
LEC hours per week: 5
Introduction to the livestock industry and its importance to the U.S. economy. Formerly: AGPR 110.
Course Outcomes:

Identify the animal contributions to human needs.
Discuss the market classes and grades of farm animals.
Explain the principles of genetics and physiology involved in animal production.
Identify and describe the production characteristics of the major breeds and apply these to programs and specific production schemes necessary for maximum economic return.
Recognize and discuss the management procedures within specific production schemes for each species of farm animal.

Course Topics:

The Livestock Industry
Livestock Products
Livestock Processing & Market Classes
Genetics and Reproduction
Nutrients, Digestion, Absorption & Requirements
Growth and Development
Lactation
Adaptation to the Environment
Animal Health
Beef Production
Dairy Production
Swine Production
Sheep Production

Course Attribute(s): Transferable Elective