Bison Studies Certificate

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Philip Urso, Assistant Professor
Department of Animal Science
Animal Science Complex 218
605-688-6623

Program Information

The Bison Studies Certificate will prepare students on bison nutrition, herd management, health protocols, and grazing management. The certificate will focus on fundamentals of the production, day-to-day management, and raising bison for profit and cultural purposes.

Requirements for Bison Studies Certificate: 12-13 Credits

AS 101 - Introduction to Animal Science Credits: 3
and AS 101L - Introduction to Animal Science Lab Credits: 1
or WL 220 - Introduction to Wildlife and Fisheries Management Credits: 3
AS 231 - Introduction to Bison Management Credits: 3
AS 431 - Advanced Bison Production Credits: 3
RANG 205 - Introduction to Range Management [SGR #6, HSDC] Credits: 2
RANG 205L - Introduction to Range Management Lab [SGR #6, HSDC] Credits: 1

Bison Studies Certificate

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

Program Coordinator/Contact

Program Information

Requirements for Bison Studies Certificate: 12-13 Credits

Total Required Credits: 12-13