2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Animal Science (B.S.) - Science Specialization


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Program Coordinator/Contact
Joseph Cassady, Department Head
Department of Animal Science
Animal Science Complex 103A
605-688-5166
E-mail:cheryl.beste@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/ars
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Program Information
The Animal Science program provides instruction in animal breeding, feeding and nutrition, management, selection and evaluation, marketing, meats, and wool. The specialization allows students to focus their studies on the science of genetics, nutrition, physiology, range, and meats as they affect production and management of livestock.

Program courses pertain to beef cattle, horses, sheep, and swine and the applications of various disciplines to the breeding, feeding, management, and marketing of livestock and livestock products. Students interested in Veterinary medicine may supplement this program of study with the (Pre-) Veterinary Medicine  curriculum.

Course Delivery Format
The Animal Science program provides hands-on experiences in the classroom, laboratories, field trips, and at the livestock teaching units.

Requirements for Animal Science Major - Science Specialization: 120 Credits


Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

System General Education Requirements


Institutional Graduation Requirements


College of Agriculture and Biological Sciences Requirements


Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Requirements: 11

Students who wish to complete a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture must complete a minimum of 11 credits from the approved list of Group 1 courses in Agriculture .  Some departments require specific courses from the list, whereas others leave the selection entirely to the student and the advisor.

SGRs, IGRs, and/or Major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements.  Please review major requirements and the Group 1 list to determine if additional courses are required.

Major Requirements


Production Courses


Select from the following. Credits: 6
*One courses must be AS 365-365L, AS 474-474L, AS 475, AS 477-477L or AS 478-478L.

Electives


Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.

Total Required Credits: 120


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