Animal Science Fundamentals (Certificate N0871)
Natural Sciences Division
Certificate N0871
This certificate program is designed for students to acquire basic knowledge in the fundamentals of Animal Science. This can be utilized to gain entry level employment on farms, ranches and in agricultural sales and services. It is also the first step in the pathway to a career in becoming an educator in Agricultural Sciences. All courses are applicable for degree requirements.
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ASCI 1 | Animal Science | 3 |
| ASCI 2 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| ASCI 51 | Animal Handling and Restraint | 3 |
| ASCI 94 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| ASCI 96 | Animal Sanitation and Disease Control | 3 |
| ASCI 97 | Artificial Insemination of Livestock | 3 |
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Food Production, Land Use, and Politics - A Global Perspective | ||
| Swine Production | ||
| Sheep Production | ||
| Beef Production | ||
| Total Units | 21 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:
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be able to explain the historical and current economic importance of the livestock and pet animal industries.
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.
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This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.
| Fall Term | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ASCI 1 | Animal Science | 3 |
| ASCI 2 | Animal Nutrition | 3 |
| ASCI 51 | Animal Handling and Restraint | 3 |
| ASCI 94 | Animal Breeding | 3 |
| ASCI 96 | Animal Sanitation and Disease Control | 3 |
| Certificate: Animal Science Fundamentals (N0871) 1 | ||
| Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab#45 5 | ||
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 15 | |
