Modesto Junior College Course Outline of Record ANSC 200

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1 Modesto Junior College Course Outline of Record ANSC 200 I. OVERVIEW The following information will appear in the catalog ANSC 200 Introduction to Animal Science 3 Units A scientific approach to the livestock industry encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and epidemiology. Emphasis on the origin, characteristics, adaptations and contributions of livestock to the modern agriculture industry. Field trips might be require (A-F Only) Lecture Transfer: (CSU, UC) General Education: (MJC-GE: A ) (CSU-GE: B2 ) (IGETC: 5B ) II. LEARNING CONTEXT Given the following learning context, the student who satisfactorily completes this course should be able to achieve the goals specified in Section III, Desired Learning: COURSE CONTENT Required Content: Natural selection vs. artificial selection i ii v. Importance of domestic animals to the world and to the United States Economic importance of animal agriculture Animal contributions to human needs Industry issues and challenges Ethnic and cultural contributions to animal domestication Unique adaptations of various species i ii Meat animal use and production Fiber production Dairy production Recreational and companionship use of animals Anatomy and physiology i Identification of external anatomy for various species Analysis of body systems reproductive, respiratory, digestive, immune, circulatory Animal reproduction Reproductive anatomy and physiology Division: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 1 of 5

2 i ii Animal breeding systems Fertility assessment Genetics i ii Intro and review of genetic principles Gene modification and genetic interactions Genetic improvement and variation Inheritance and population genetics f. Nutrition i ii Nutrients contained in animal feeds Feed identification and composition Digestive system adaptations Nutrient requirements for maintenance, growth and lactation g. Animal behavior (ethology) i ii v. Behavioral qualities of domestic animals Behavioral modification Instinct, habituation Imprinting Conditioning h. Biosecurity i ii Epidemiology Disease causing agents Indications of disease Prevention, treatment and cure The scientific method i ii Research in animal agriculture Developing a research model Humane treatment of research animals j. Issues affecting animal agriculture i Animal welfare issues Advances in biotechnology Division: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 2 of 5

3 ii Governmental and environmental concerns Food safety and consumer awareness HOURS AND UNITS 3 Units INST METHOD TERM HOURS UNITS Lect Lab 0 0 Disc 0 0 C. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION (TYPICAL) Instructors of the course might conduct the course using the following method: Demonstration Lecture Discussion and problem-solving performed in class Use of PowerPoint presentations Assign readings, homework, and extended projects Assign written assignments that include problem-solving, evaluation, planning and implementation of ideas D. ASSIGNMENTS (TYPICAL) EVIDENCE OF APPROPRIATE WORKLOAD FOR COURSE UNITS Time spent on coursework in addition to hours of instruction (lecture hours) Weekly journal//periodical assignments with written response require Preparation of "consumer perspectives" project. Study for in-class quizzes, midterm and final exam. Preparation of management project. Complete questions from the text as they relate to lecture material. EVIDENCE OF CRITICAL THINKING Assignments require the appropriate level of critical thinking Research a current event, production practice or new technology related to animal agriculture and write a response/review of 350 words minimum. Name the 4 compartments of the ruminant digestive system and explain the function of each. Develop a feed ration using NRC daily requirements. Develop a report that summarizes the perspectives of the producer, packer and consumer in producing a livestock product. Include wholesale to retail, production costs, middlemen and overall cost analysis. Division: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 3 of 5

4 E. TEXTS AND OTHER READINGS (TYPICAL) Book: Taylor, R. & Field, T. (2008). Scientific Farm Animal Production (9th /e). Upper Saddle River, NJ Prentice Hall. III. DESIRED LEARNING COURSE GOAL As a result of satisfactory completion of this course, the student should be prepared to: develop a scientific approach to the livestock industry encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics, and epidemiology, explain unique aspect of the origin, characteristics, adaptations and contributions of livestock to the modern agriculture industry. STUDENT LEARNING GOALS Mastery of the following learning goals will enable the student to achieve the overall course goal. Required Learning Goals Upon satisfactory completion of this course, the student will be able to: f. g. h. j. Identify animal contributions to the development of human civilizations. Describe economically significant breeds of animals and their unique adaptations. Describe the function of the major body systems. Identify reproductive cycles and biotechnological principles of animal reproduction. Analyze genetic change through artificial/natural selection. Discuss nutritional needs for various body functions. Describe animal behavior as it relates to animal domestication, health and performanc Explain basic strategies for disease control, prevention and management. Utilize the scientific method to collect data, calculate production parameters and make scientifically-based management decisions. Identify and discuss current issues affecting animal agricultur IV. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT (TYPICAL) FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT In class objective examinations that test for definitions and major concepts in animal scienc Out of class writing assignments that test the application of scientific animal production and management theory: Periodical reports, Analytical semester projects, and Scientific research project. Participation in animal science activities outside of the classroom. Classroom participation which includes weekly vocabulary quizzes and classroom discussion on current issues pertaining to animal agricultur Producer to consumer analysis. Division: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 4 of 5

5 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT Comprehensive final examination. Farm management research project. Division: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 5 of 5