Syllabus for: Animal Feeding and Nutrition - College of the Redwoods

Syllabus for: Animal Feeding and Nutrition
Semester & Year: Fall 2012
Course ID and Section Number: AG‐7‐E2110 (032110)
Number of Credits/Units: 3
Day/Time: TH 8:30‐10:35 and 10:50‐2:00p.m.
Location: AT 108 and AT 107
Instructor’s Name: Franz Rulofson
Contact Information: Office location and hours: AT 135 TTH 12:00‐2:00p
Phone: 476‐4273
Email: franz‐rulofson@redwoods.edu
Course Description: An applied introductory course in livestock feeding and nutrition, based on
the science of animal nutrition. The concepts of digestion and nutrient absorption in ruminants
and non-ruminants are studied, with an emphasis in the formulation of animal rations based on
the nutrient value of feeds. By-product feeding is also discussed.
Student Learning Outcomes :
1. Compare, contrast, and discuss the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in
both ruminants and non-ruminants.
2. Explain the value of balanced diets for livestock species.
3. Identify common feeds in livestock nutrition and discuss their nutritive value.
4. Describe feeds and feeding for the production of milk, growth, and reproduction
in farm animals.
5. Formulate balanced rations for livestock.
6. Develop an itemized analysis of various procurement strategies for feed stuff
purchases; and be able to communicate verbally and in writing a discussion of
their results.
Special accommodations: College of the Redwoods complies with the Americans with
Disabilities Act in making reasonable accommodations for qualified students with disabilities.
Please present your written accommodation request at least one week before the first test so
that necessary arrangements can be made. No last‐minute arrangements or post‐test
adjustments will be made. If you have a disability or believe you might benefit from disability
related services and may need accommodations, please see me or contact Disabled Students
Programs and Services. Students may make requests for alternative media by contacting DSPS.
Academic Misconduct: Cheating, plagiarism, collusion, abuse of resource materials, computer
misuse, fabrication or falsification, multiple submissions, complicity in academic misconduct,
and/ or bearing false witness will not be tolerated. Violations will be dealt with according to the
procedures and sanctions proscribed by the College of the Redwoods. Students caught
plagiarizing or cheating on exams will receive an “F” in the course.
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COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS
COURSE SYLLABUS - ANIMAL FEEDING AND NUTRITION (AG 7)
Course Title: Animal Feeding and Nutrition
Semester Offered: Fall 2012
Units: 3
Days/Time: 8:30—10:35 a.m. on Wednesdays in Room AT 108, Laboratory meets from 10:50-
2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays in room AT 107.
Classroom: AT 108/107
Format: Lecture/Participation
Required Textbook: Animal Feeds, Feeding and Nutrition, and Ration Evaluation with CD-
ROM, by David Tisch, 2006 ISBN 1-4018-2640-7
Instructor Name: Franz Rulofson
Email: franz-rulofson@redwoods.edu
Office /Hours: AT135 TTH 12:00-2:00 p.m. and by appointment Office Phone: 476-4273
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: An applied introductory course in livestock feeding and
nutrition, based on the science of animal nutrition. The concepts of digestion and nutrient
absorption in ruminants and non-ruminants are studied, with an emphasis in the formulation of
animal rations based on the nutrient value of feeds. By-product feeding is also discussed.
GRADING AND TESTING: Possible points 570
Writing assignment 100 Due November 14, 2012
Chapter questions 100
Lab Assignments 100
Mid Term 100
Final Exam 100
Class participation 70
100% is the highest points possible in the class.
90% of highest score = A
80% of highest score = B
70% of highest score = C
60% of highest score = D
Below 60% = F
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of the course, students will be able
to:
1. Compare, contrast, and discuss the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in both
ruminants and non-ruminants.
2. Explain the value of balanced diets for livestock species.
3. Identify common feeds in livestock nutrition and discuss their nutritive value.
4. Describe feeds and feeding for the production of milk, growth, and reproduction in farm
animals.

5. Formulate balanced rations for livestock.
6. Develop an itemized analysis of various procurement strategies for feed stuff purchases;
and be able to communicate verbally and in writing a discussion of their results.
CLASS PARTICIPATION:
Attendance isn’t a formal part of the grade. However, given the nature of the class structure, it is
important that you attend and contribute to the class. To encourage and reward your active
participation in the class, participation points will be recorded on a regular basis. This will make
up approximately 10% of your grade.
Be on time and attend each class. No participation points will be given to individuals who
show up late to class. There are no “makeups” for missed work. If you walk in late and a
quiz has been handed out, you lose that time to take the quiz.
EXPECTED STUDENT BEHAVIOR IN THE CLASSROOM:
Students are expected to turn off all pagers, cell phones and other electronic devices during
class time. If your phone rings in class you will be required to stand up and apologize to
the whole class. You will also be required to bring cookies for the whole class the next
time it meets. Texting during class time is prohibited.
Students are expected to pay attention and participate in class meetings.
Students may not read other materials (newspapers, magazines) during class.
Students are to remain in class during the entire session with the exception of breaks.
Students are not allowed to come and go during the class session.
All class participants are expected to exhibit respectful behavior.
All students have the right and privilege to learn in the class, free from harassment and
disruption.
Inappropriate or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated, nor will lewd or foul language.
WRITING ASSIGNMENT: Due November 14, 2012
The week of November 5 th through November 9 th has been set aside for this assignment. There
will be no class this week. Your Paper will be due November 14 th at the beginning of class. Feel
free to start this paper earlier than the 5 th .
Each student will write a paper on the following topic: “Explain the value of balanced diets for
livestock species.” The paper will be a minimum of 500 typed words (no upper limit). The paper
should be double spaced with 12 to 14 point type. No emailed papers will be accepted.
Your paper must have a minimum of two citations. This is a reference to a book, article, web
page or other published item, with sufficient details to uniquely identify the item. This
assignment will be worth 100 points.

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