Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

AGS
AG - ANIMAL SCIENCE
Survey of the Animal Industry 3
> AGS-113
Breeds, basic management and marketing of
farm animals. Composition, evaluation and
marketing of animal products. Includes live
animal demonstrations with cattle for meat and
milk, horses, poultry, sheep and swine.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Domestic Animal Physiology 3
> AGS-214
Studies the comparative anatomy and
physiology of the major body systems of cattle,
sheep, swine and horses. Includes laboratory
exercises involving physiology and anatomy of
animals in healthy and diseased states.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Domestic Animal Physiology Lab 1
> AGS-220
Uses laboratory exercises to compare the
anatomy and physiology of animals in healthy
and diseased states.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Coreq: AGS-214
Livestock Evaluation 3
> AGS-305
Examines the selection of breeding and meat
animals based upon performance and visual
appraisal. Students will use Kirkwood farm
laboratory livestock and may include offcampus
assignments.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Professional Horse Judging 1
> AGS-307
Examines the selection of breeding and show
horses based on conformation and
performance. Field trips and off-campus
evaluation provide judging experiences for
students. Oral reasons and judge certification
process are covered. Students compete at
intercollegiate contests.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Animal Nutrition 3
> AGS-319
This course covers nutritional principles,
digestive systems, composition and nutritional
characteristics of common feedstuffs, ration
formulation, and recommended feeding
programs for farm animals.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule . summer & Fall 2011 . COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Livestock Behavior and Welfare 5
> AGS-338
Studies applications of basic animal behavior
principles to ensure optimum performance
and well-being. The course examines the
effects of environment, stress, disease and
nutrition on animal physiology and
performance.
(2/6/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: AGS-113, AGS-214
Swine Reproduction and Mgmt 5
> AGS-530
Recognizes swine reproductive characteristics
and reproductive functions of swine breeding
stock, and identifies type and confirmation
necessary for economic production. Also deals
with breeds, breeding programs, breeding
systems, including A.I., and appropriate
management techniques.
(2/6/0/0); ASE Code: A
Beef Breeding/Reprod/Nutrition 5
> AGS-550
Studies the anatomy and physiology of the
female and male reproductive systems.
Develops an understanding of proper use of
heat synchronization, A.I., super ovulation,
embryo transplants and new developments in
biotechnology. Also deals with health,
heritability and nutritional problems.
(3/4/0/0); ASE Code: B
Beef Industry and Feedlot Mgmt 5
> AGS-560
Presents an overview and introduction to the
entire beef industry. Relates and applies
methods of starting cattle on feed and fall
management of weaned calves. Deals with
feedlot budgeting, determination of 205-day
weights, ratios and fall management of the
beef cow herd.
(3/4/0/0); ASE Code: B
Special Projects 1
> AGS-948
Includes an agreed-to development plan for an
applied problem solution. Allows student to
pursue exploration and fact gathering of
special-interest projects. Student and instructor
meet weekly for discussion, observation and
evaluation of the project development.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
AGV
AG - VET TECH
Intro to Veterinary Science 3
> AGV-103
Studies the comparative anatomy and
physiology of the major body systems of
domestic animals and how anatomy and
physiology are altered in disease states.
Examines the effects of environment, stress,
disease and nutrition on animal physiology
and well-being.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Animal Behavior/Kennel Mgmt 5
> AGV-105
Studies basic animal behavior and the
influences that modify behavior and kennel
management including laws, records and daily
operation of kennels. Practical experience is
included.
(3/4/0/0); ASE Code: B
Veterinary Medical Terminology 1
> AGV-120
Focuses on reading and interpreting medical
charts and records, and conversing with
veterinary professionals. Designed for students
to develop a working understanding of the
language of veterinary medicine.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Animal Anatomy and Physiology I 3
> AGV-126
Beginning anatomy and physiology with
veterinary clinical emphasis. Provides the basis
for study of conformation, production and
pathological processes of diseases of dogs,
cats, horses, sheep, goats, cattle, swine and
laboratory animals.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Animal Anatomy and Physiology II
> AGV-127
4
Studies anatomy and physiologic principles of
domestic animals. Continuation of
physiological principles in Animal Anatomy
and Physiology I.
(4/0/0/0); ASE Code: B; Prereq: AGV-126
Math for Vet Tech 3
> AGV-142
Covers pharmaceutical mathematics with an
emphasis on dosage calculations and fluid
therapy as related to veterinary medicine.
Course is open to Vet Tech students only.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
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Course Descriptions