Summer 2008 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Summer 2008; however, some (or all) may not be offered.  The course numbers that are offered, in either Pre-Session, Summer I or Summer II, are linked to the Schedule of Classes. Classes with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Animal Sciences (AN S)  Department Info

AN S 102 -- Animal Industry  (3 units)
Description:  A comprehensive view of the livestock industries, including the way the science of biology is used in modern livestock practice.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Available to qualified students for Pass/Fail Option.
Prerequisite(s):  open to students with no more than 7 units of animal science.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 142 -- Introduction to Animal Racing Industry  (2 units)
Description:  Overview of the history, terminology, personnel, equipment and breeds of animals utilized in the racing industry.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 210 -- Introduction to Live Animal and Carcass Evaluation  (3 units)
Description:  A practical, hands-on look at live animal evaluation of market and breeding beef, swine, sheep, and goats as related to contemporary industry issues that drive modern production practices.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 102 or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 213 -- Animal Genetics  (3 units)
Description:  Principles of genetics including classical, molecular and population genetics.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Available to qualified students for Pass/Fail Option.
Prerequisite(s):  4 units of biology.
Identical to:  WFSC 213.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 214 -- Companion Animal Behavior  (3 units)
Temporary course:  offered during Summer 2008 only.
Description:  This course will provide the student with a basic understanding of behavior and its application in a companion animal environment. Species include, but are not limited to, dogs and cats. The topics will include ethology, communication, social systems and how this information relates to the welfare and well-being of today's companion animals. A brief analysis of abnormal/incompatible behavior and protocols for treatment will be explored. Discussion will also include "hot topics" for companion animals (i.e. punishment-based training, breed specific legislation, dog fighting, feral cats and puppy mills.)
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.

AN S 215 -- Physiology and Anatomy of Domestic Animals  (3 units)
Description:  Systemic physiology and functional anatomy of domestic animals with emphasis on physiological systems of importance to animal production.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  3 units of biology.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 216 -- Equine Conformation and Performance Appraisal  (2 units)
Description:  This course will consist of lecture, living lab or video evaluation of equine conformation and performance. Current industry standards, rules and regulations of breed associations will be discussed.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 1 hour lecture.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 220 -- Introduction to Dairy Science  (2 units)
Description:  Students will become familiar with biology of the dairy cow, various physiological processes that affect milk production, technology utilized in modern dairies, physical considerations for choosing a dairy site, and environmental issues that face today’s dairies.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 270 -- Introductory Horse Science  (3 units)
Description:  An introduction to the fundamental aspects of horse science; ownership responsibilities, economics, anatomy, physiological systems and careers in the horse industry.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 271A -- Training and Management of the Weanling  (3 units)
Description:  The course will focus on the management of the young growing horse. Students will acquire hands on instruction in handling and training foals and information regarding current management practices in all aspects of raising young horses.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  preference given to students fulfilling degree requirements in Animal Sciences.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 272 -- Introduction to Horsemanship Programs  (2 units)
Description:  Course focuses on establishing a program that develops the secure, balanced seat in the beginning rider. Students will gain information that allows them to interact with clientele in a professional manner and to develop a program that encourages future learning.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Special course fee required:  $200.
Prerequisite(s):  enrollment is limited. Preference given to students fulfilling degree requirements in Animal Sciences.
Typical structure:  4 hours laboratory, 1 hour lecture.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 273 -- Developing the Training Foundation in Yearlings  (3 units)
Description:  This course will focus on the handling and management of the Thoroughbred yearling. Students will acquire hands-on knowledge of how to prepare the yearling animal for future training under saddle.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 297B -- Intro to Competitive Livestock Judging  (2 units)
Description:  This class will focus on the evaluation of both market and breeding cattle, sheep, goats, and swine with an added emphasis placed on oral reasons as related to collegiate livestock judging competition.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 210 or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 299 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Some sections have special fees. Check with the department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 299H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 312 -- Animal and Plant Genetics  (4 units)
Description:  The course is designed to help students learn and use the basic concepts of the very broad field of genetics, including the sub-fields of transmission genetics, cytogenetics, cytoplasmic inheritance, quantitative inheritance, population genetics and evolution, and molecular genetics. Students will be able to solve a wide variety of genetics problems by utilizing the basic concepts and selecting an appropriate and effective approach. Students will also acquire some basic laboratory skills that will enhance their understanding of the concepts presented in the course.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  PL S 130 or MCB 182R and MCB 182L; CHEM 103A, CHEM 104A.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Identical to:  PL S 312; PL S is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 313 -- Principles of Animal Genetic Systems  (3 units)
Description:  Basic concepts involved in the improvement of economically important traits of livestock through application of genetic principles.  This is a Writing Emphasis Course.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  satisfaction of the Mid-Career Writing Assessment (MCWA) or the former upper-division writing proficiency requirement (UDWPE); MATH 110, AN S 213, MATH 263.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 315L -- Physiology of Reproduction Laboratory  (1 unit)
Description:  Reproductive anatomy, evaluation, semen collection, artificial insemination, and estrus detection and synchronization. Students will work in small groups for 8 weeks on a specific topic.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  or Concurrent registration, AN S 315R.
Identical to:  V SC 315L.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 315R -- Physiology of Reproduction  (3 units)
Description:  Study of the organs of reproduction and their accessories; physiology and endocrinology as related to the process of reproduction and milk secretion.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  3 units of animal anatomy/physiology, 2 semester of chemistry.
Identical to:  V SC 315R.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 316 -- Equine Reproductive Physiology and Management  (3 units)
Description:  The course will provide a review of basic equine reproductive physiology, and introduce students to the common reproductive management practices found in the industry today.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 315R.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 320 -- Food Safety  (3 units)
Description:  Significance and control of food-borne hazards in food products as influenced by harvesting, processing, manufacturing and preservation.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Typical structure:  2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Identical to:  N SC 320, V SC 320.
Usually offered:  Fall, Summer.

AN S 334 -- Principles of Animal Nutrition  (3 units)
Description:  To become acquainted with and learn basic nutrition concepts including: classification and function of Nutrients, deficiency and toxicity symptoms, digestive processes, feedstuff characterization, and diet formulation for domestic animals. This course will cover everything related to the nutrition and feeding of domestic animals and is intended for both majors needing a prerequisite Animal Nutrition class and non-majors desiring a stand alone course in Animal Nutrition.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  two semesters of inorganic chemistry.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 336 -- Applied Animal Nutrition  (4 units)
Description:  Application of principles of nutrition to the feeding of livestock and poultry, nutrient composition and characteristics of feeds, nutrient requirements and diet formulation.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Typical structure:  3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 340 -- Race Track Marketing and Media Relations  (3 units)
Description:  Concepts and issues related to the marketing and promotion of the animal racing facility and industry.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 142.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 342 -- Organization and Administration of the Racing Department  (3 units)
Description:  Basic duties and functions of the racing office and department. Personnel required and procedures utilized in developing the racing program.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 142.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 345 -- Racing Laws and Enforcement  (3 units)
Description:  Presentation of the regulatory framework of the Constitution, federal and state statutes, administrative rules and their relationship to the regulation of pari-mutuel racing.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 142.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 371 -- Sales and Marketing Strategies for Performance and Race Horse Prospects  (3 units)
Description:  This course focuses on developing and marketing the Thoroughbred racing prospect. Students will condition yearlings to be presented at the annual Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association sale, as well as develop a business and marketing plan based on current industry standards.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 372 -- Intermediate Horsemanship and Training Techniques  (2 units)
Description:  This course is designed to further the skills obtained in AN S272, Introduction to Horsemanship. Riders will be exposed to more technical and theoretical knowledge of riding in both hunt seat and stock seat. Students will also become acquainted with anatomical, physiological and psychological factors affecting both the horse and rider. Students will each ride for one hour during the two-and-a-half hour lab sessions. During the hours the student is not riding, they will observe an assigned partner and keep a riding journal.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 272. Preference is given to students fulfilling degree requirements in Animal Sciences.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 395A -- Professional Development in Animal Agriculture  (1 unit)
Description:  Preparation of resumes and letters of introduction. Instruction often includes lectures by several different persons from related animal industries.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 396A -- Junior Livestock Judging Team  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and discussion based exchange of scholarly information concerning livestock evaluation in relation to contemporary industry standards, in a small group setting.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 297B and/or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 397C -- Equitation Workshop  (1 unit)
Description:  The practical application of theoretical learning within a group setting and involving an exchange of ideas and practical methods, skills, and principles. This course is designed for the student who after taking AN S272 wishes to continue in their learning of the art of equitation inside the show ring. There is no minimum level of riding experience necessary to participate in either this class or IHSA competition.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S272.
May be repeated:  for credit 6 times (maximum 7 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 399 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Some sections have special fees. Check with the department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 399H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 408 -- Nutritional Biology  (3 units)
Description:  Structure and function of nutrients, digestion and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and minerals; energy and maintenance of cellular functions; nutritional ecology of monogastrics and ruminants; elements of gene regulation; nutritional and hormonal influences on gene expression.  This is a Writing Emphasis Course.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  satisfaction of the Mid-Career Writing Assessment (MCWA) or the former upper-division writing proficiency requirement (UDWPE); N SC 308, or AN S 334; CHEM 241B, CHEM 243B; PSIO 202, PSIO 380 or PSIO 480.
Identical to:  N SC 408; N SC is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 409 -- Environmental Physiology of Domestic Animals  (3 units)
Description:  Overview of environmental variables that influence thermal environments around domestic animals and their physiological responses to those environments. Evaluation of physiological response will include the sub-cellular, cellular, systemic and whole animal levels. Emphasis will be placed on how biological systems are coordinated to respond to environmental change.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 509.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 416 -- Assisted Reproductive Technologies in Horses  (3 units)
Description:  Course will focus on aspects of equine reproduction, with an emphasis placed on current assisted reproductive technologies. Students will gain experience with artificial insemination practices and develop an understanding of recent, cutting-edge biotechnology.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 315L, AN S 316. Graduate majors given enrollment preference.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
May be convened with:  AN S 516.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 420 -- Meat Animal Composition  (3 units)
Description:  Evaluation of meat animals for carcass merit and economical value using visual, electronic and chemical technologies.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S102 or equivalent.
Typical structure:  2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
May be convened with:  AN S 520.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 431 -- Equine Nutrition and Management  (3 units)
Description:  This course will focus on nutritional requirements of horses for growth, reproduction, lactation and work in addition to maintenance.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 334 or AN S 336 or AN S 408.
May be convened with:  AN S 531.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 433 -- Advanced Racing Laws and Enforcement  (3 units)
Description:  Building on the framework presented in "Racing Laws and Enforcement" course, an in-depth presentation of select components of the regulation of the pari-mutuel industry. The course will also involve presentation and discussion of the current and evolving regulatory issues and challenges facing the industry.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 345.
May be convened with:  AN S 533.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 441 -- Race Track Organization, Structure, and Management  (3 units)
Description:  Organizational structure and management issues involved in the administration of the animal racing facility.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  ACCT 200, AN S 142.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 442 -- Racing Business and Financial Management  (3 units)
Description:  Strategies and management issues involved in the operations and administration of the animal racing facility. The focus is on the operation and financial management of facilities, distribution channels, interactive media and other uses for the facilities.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S441.
May be convened with:  AN S 542.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 443 -- Research Animal Methods  (3 units)
Description:  Regulations, care, diseases and techniques involving common laboratory animals used in research and teaching programs.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  V SC 443; V SC is home department.
May be convened with:  AN S 543.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 444 -- Development and Management of Racing Animals  (3 units)
Description:  Presentation of theoretical and applied management practices in the development and marketing of racing animals in the commercial sector.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 142, AN S 270.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 445 -- Nutritional Physiology and Metabolism  (3 units)
Description:  Goals are to increase understanding of metabolism and metabolic regulation through an integration of nutrition, biochemistry, and physiology. Focus will be on lipid, carbohydrate and protein metabolism. Differences in nutritional biochemistry between species and how physiological states regulate nutrient partitioning will be concentrated on.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 215, AN S 336, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
May be convened with:  AN S 545.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 446 -- Human Resource Management  (3 units)
Description:  This course will examine the importance of human resources as a competitive advantage. The course will also familiarize students with the essential human resource managerial issues in today's business world. The purpose of the course is to assist students in understanding the principles, policies, and practices related to procurement, development, maintenance and utilization of human resources. Topics include: overview - human resources in perspective; human resource management and the law; personnel planning and recruiting; interviewing; candidate training & development of employees; performance evaluation - retention, compensation & benefits/services; employee safety & health labor relations - unions and negotiations.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  Open only to juniors and seniors, or sophomores with consent of instructor. Preference given to students fulfilling degree requirements in Animal Sciences.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 447 -- Legal Environment of Business  (3 units)
Description:  The necessary foundation and a working knowledge of the legal system, regulatory law, employment law, consumer law and international law will be presented and studied. Case studies are used extensively.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 460 -- Physiology of Lactation  (3 units)
Description:  This class will be a comprehensive survey of the biology of the mammary gland. Lectures will cover: 1) basic aspects such as anatomy and development of the mammary gland, biochemistry and hormone regulation of milk synthesis and regulation of gene expression in the mammary cells; 2) practical aspects such as the impact of lactation on nutrition, reproduction, and diseases. Lactation in the dairy cow provides the primary context to the course, but examples from other mammals including humans will be used.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 560.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 465 -- Advanced Nutrition and Management - Feedlot  (3 units)
Description:  The overall objective of this course is for students to become acquainted with and learn important principles of nutrition and management of cattle fed from weaning to harvest. Students will have an opportunity to meet and interact with feedlot owners and(or) managers, feed industry representatives, and private consultants either by guest lecture or field trips. Field trips will be as an extracurricular activity and as such, attendance is not required.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 336, N SC 408.
May be convened with:  AN S 565.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 472 -- Advanced Dairy Herd Management  (3 units)
Description:  Financial records, design of a dairy which includes environmental concerns, employees, calf raising, management of the milking cow.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 102.
May be convened with:  AN S 572.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 475 -- Equine Enterprises  (3 units)
Description:  Students will learn about development of equine facilities and operation management for various equine enterprises using sound business principles.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 270, AN S 316, AN S431.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 477 -- Beef Resource Management  (3 units)
Description:  Integration of beef production resources into a comprehensive beef production system; including breeding, feeding and marketing strategies.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 480B -- Beef Industry Travel Workshop  (1 unit)
Description:  Intensive travel course presenting an overview of beef production and of the organizations involved in the beef industry. Department supplies transportation. Students must cover hotels and meals.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 492 -- Directed Research  (3 units)
Description:  Individual or small group research under the guidance of faculty.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Summer.

AN S 493 -- Internship  (1-6 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 494 -- Practicum  (1-3 units)
Description:  The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 494R -- Research  (3 units)
Description:  The practical application, on an individual basis, of previously studied theory and the collection of data for future theoretical interpretation.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  ENGL 101, MATH 110, ABE 120 and consent of instructor.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 496B -- Senior Livestock Judging Team  (2 units)
Description:  The development and discussion-based exchange of scholarly information, concerning livestock evaluation in relation to contemporary industry standards, in a small group setting.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 396A and/or consent of instructor.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 497A -- Race Track  (1 unit)
Description:  The practical application of theoretical learning within a group setting and involving an exchange of ideas and practical methods, skills, and principles.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 498A -- Senior Capstone: Current issues in the Livestock Industry  (1 unit)
Description:  A culminating experience for majors involving a substantive project that demonstrates a synthesis of learning accumulated in the major, including broadly comprehensive knowledge of the discipline and its methodologies. Senior standing required.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  senior standing.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 498H -- Honors Thesis  (3 units)
Description:  An honors thesis is required of all the students graduating with honors. Students ordinarily sign up for this course as a two-semester sequence. The first semester the student performs research under the supervision of a faculty member; the second semester the student writes an honors thesis.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 499 -- Independent Study  (1-5 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Some sections have special fees. Check with the department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 499H -- Honors Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Grades available are: A-B-C-D-E-I-W.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 508 -- Molecular Techniques for Animal Biologists  (3 units)
Description:  A laboratory-based course designed to introduce basic molecular techniques, such as manipulation of DNA and RNA molecules and analysis of gene and protein expression, and their application in the experimental research laboratory.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  An understanding of basic laboratory skills, such as pipetting, is recommended.
Typical structure:  1 hour laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 509 -- Environmental Physiology of Domestic Animals  (3 units)
Description:  Overview of environmental variables that influence thermal environments around domestic animals and their physiological responses to those environments. Evaluation of physiological response will include the sub-cellular, cellular, systemic and whole animal levels. Emphasis will be placed on how biological systems are coordinated to respond to environmental change. Graduate-level requirements include all tests plus a seminar on a topic chosen by mid-term.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 409.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 512A -- Biological Electron Microscopy  (5 units)
Description:  Provides theoretical background and practical experience in transmission and scanning electron microscopy that are necessary for the efficient and effective application of ultra-structural and cytochemical techniques as research tools.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  one college-level course in each of physics, chemistry, and biology.
Typical structure:  9 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
Identical to:  MCB 512A; MCB is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 513 -- Statistical Genetics for Quantitative Measures  (3 units)
Description:  This course provide the student with the statistical tools to describe variation in quantitative traits, particularly the decomposition of variation into genetic, environmental, and gene by environment interaction components. Convariance (resemblance) between relatives and heritability will be discussed, along with the topics of epistasis, oligogenic and polygenic traits, complex segregation analysis, methods of mapping quantitative trait loci (QTL), and estimation procedures. Microarrays have multiple uses, each of which will be discussed and the corresponding statistical analyses described.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  A course on basic genetic principles such as AN S 213, GENE 433, GENE 533, or GENE 545 and a current course on basic statistical principles such as GENE 509C or MATH 509C. A course in linear models MATH 561 and a course in statistical inference Math
Identical to:  GENE 513, EPID 513.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 516 -- Assisted Reproductive Technologies in Horses  (3 units)
Description:  Course will focus on aspects of equine reproduction, with an emphasis placed on current assisted reproductive technologies. Students will gain experience with artificial insemination practices and develop an understanding of recent, cutting-edge biotechnology. Graduate-level requirements include assisting undergraduate students.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  AN S 315L, AN S 316. Graduate majors given enrollment preference.
Typical structure:  3 hours laboratory, 2 hours lecture.
May be convened with:  AN S 416.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 520 -- Meat Animal Composition  (3 units)
Description:  Evaluation of meat animals for carcass merit and economical value using visual, electronic and chemical technologies. Graduate-level requirements include a project at Sunland Beef Co. and additional question(s) on the exams.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Typical structure:  2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
May be convened with:  AN S 420.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 528 -- Biotechnology in Animal Sciences  (3 units)
Description:  Survey of principles of current protein and nucleic acid techniques useful in Animal Sciences research. This course will focus on various techniques, when to use these methods and interpretation of data from these techniques. Included will be in depth discussions on the techniques used, conclusions drawn from the experiments and planning of experiments with appropriate techniques.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 460.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 531 -- Equine Nutrition and Management  (3 units)
Description:  This course will focus on nutritional requirements of horses for growth, reproduction, lactation and work in addition to maintenance. Graduate-level requirements include extensive literature searches in horse nutrition to design a viable research experiment suitable for submission to a granting agency.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 431.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 533 -- Advanced Racing Laws and Enforcement  (3 units)
Description:  Building on the framework presented in "Racing Laws and Enforcement" course, an in-depth presentation of select components of the regulation of the pari-mutuel industry. The course will also involve presentation and discussion of the current and evolving regulatory issues and challenges facing the industry. Graduate-level requirements includes a research project/paper that fully analyzes an area of the racing regulation. The project will compare various regulatory approaches being used as well as potential approaches not being used which address the regulatory concern.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 433.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 542 -- Racing Business and Financial Management  (3 units)
Description:  Strategies and management issues involved in the operations and administration of the animal racing facility. The focus is on the operation and financial management of facilities, distribution channels, interactive media and other uses for the facilities. Graduate-level requirements include a project with an analytical analysis of a topic covered or approved project for an industry client. Faculty-student meetings bi-weekly outside of class required.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 442.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 543 -- Research Animal Methods  (3 units)
Description:  Regulations, care, diseases and techniques involving common laboratory animals used in research and teaching programs. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on one of the lecture topics presented in the course plus research proposal preparation.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  V SC 543; V SC is home department.
May be convened with:  AN S 443.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 545 -- Nutritional Physiology and Metabolism  (3 units)
Description:  Goals are to increase understanding of metabolism and metabolic regulation through an integration of nutrition, biochemistry, and physiology. Focus will be on lipid, carbohydrate and protein metabolism. Differences in nutritional biochemistry between species and how physiological states regulate nutrient partitioning will be concentrated on. Graduate-level requirements include a comprehensive paper and presentation of findings to the rest of the class.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 445.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 553 -- Statistics for Applied Biological Experiments  (3 units)
Description:  This course is intended for graduate students in the biological sciences. Topics covered will include parameter estimation, hypothesis testing, regression and ANOVA, graphical exploration of data, Bayesian statistics and resampling methods, and experimental design. Principles of statistical practice will be highlighted and practical experience gained through laboratory homework exercises. The statistical language R will be used for analysis, however other software such as SAS could be used.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  Math 110, Math 113, or equivalents. Math 160, statistics, helpful, but not required.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 556 -- Developmental Biology  (3 units)
Description:  Graduate-level introduction to principles of vertebrate and invertebrate embryo development.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MCB 181L, MCB 181R, ECOL 182L, ECOL 182R, BIOC 462A and consult department before enrolling.
Identical to:  CBA 556; CBA is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 560 -- Physiology of Lactation  (3 units)
Description:  This class will be a comprehensive survey of the biology of the mammary gland. Lectures will cover: 1) basic aspects such as anatomy and development of the mammary gland, biochemistry and hormone regulation of milk synthesis and regulation of gene expression in the mammary cells; 2) practical aspects such as the impact of lactation on nutrition, reproduction, and diseases. Lactation in the dairy cow provides the primary context to the course, but examples from other mammals including humans will be used. Graduate-level requirements include a comprehensive paper and presentation of findings to the rest of the class. Answers to all questions are expected to be more comprehensive and detailed for graduate students.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 460.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 565 -- Advanced Nutrition and Management - Feedlot  (3 units)
Description:  The overall objective of this course is for students to become acquainted with and learn important principles of nutrition and management of cattle fed from weaning to harvest. Students will have an opportunity to meet and interact with feedlot owners and(or) managers, feed industry representatives, and private consultants either by guest lecture or field trips. Field trips will be as an extracurricular activity and as such, attendance is not required. Graduate-level requirements include one term paper on a topic in the general area of feedlot nutrition/management. Style and form should follow that required by the Journal of Animal Science.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  AN S 465.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 572 -- Advanced Dairy Herd Management  (3 units)
Description:  Financial records, design of a dairy which includes environmental concerns, employees, calf raising, management of the milking cow. Graduate-level requirements include written project/presentation element required for graduate level credit.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Course includes 1 or more field trips.
May be convened with:  AN S 472.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 587 -- Molecular Endocrinology  (3 units)
Description:  Regulation, secretion, and cellular actions of hormones impacting metabolic homeostasis, growth, and reproduction.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall.

AN S 593 -- Internship  (3 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 595A -- Current Topics in Animal Sciences  (1 unit)
Description:  The purpose of this course (Journal Club) is to give graduate students experience in critically evaluating scientific papers and to involve graduate students in scientific discussions.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 596A -- Animal Sciences  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 599 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 604 -- Nutrition and Cell Signaling  (3 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate even-numbered years]. This course will introduce Signaling Pathways and define how cells respond to external stimuli, and communicate to each other.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 462A, BIOC 462B.
Identical to:  N SC 604; N SC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 622A -- Mineral Metabolism  (3 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate even-numbered years]. Chemistry, metabolism and biological function of minerals; current research in mineral requirements and toxicity.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  N SC 622A; N SC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 665 -- Analysis and Purification of Proteins  (3 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate even-numbered years]. Principles and procedures for analyzing, purifying, and characterizing proteins and amino acids from cells or from cDNA expression systems.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  BIOC 460, BIOC 462A.
Identical to:  N SC 665; N SC is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

AN S 696A -- Animal Sciences  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 699 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 900 -- Research  (2-8 units)
Description:  Individual research, not related to thesis or dissertation preparation, by graduate students.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 910 -- Thesis  (1-8 units)
Description:  Research for the master's thesis (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or thesis writing). Maximum total credit permitted varies with the major department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

AN S 920 -- Dissertation  (1-9 units)
Description:  Research for the doctoral dissertation (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or dissertation writing).
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

AN S 930 -- Supplementary Registration  (1-9 units)
Description:  For students who have completed all course requirements for their advanced degree programs. May be used concurrently with other enrollments to bring to total number of units to the required minimum.
Grading:  Grade of K is awarded for this course except for the final term.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.