Coming Fall 2026!

 

WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN

Animal Health: Students will examine causes, symptoms, and treatment of common diseases with emphasis on developing preventative health management plans. Topics will include the study of pathogens and classifying types of diseases and disorders. Students will perform animal health assessments and compare them to standard characteristics. Throughout the course, students will utilize principles of technology to manage information systems, and research issues affecting industry.

Animal Anatomy & Physiology: Students will examine the structure and function of the major organ systems as well as the function and principle of blood flow in animals. Students will study internal and external anatomical parts, their functions, and will investigate the relationship among these parts and systems within the body of animal. Throughout the course, students will apply the internal functions of anatomical structures to the business and industry principles of the animal industry.

Veterinary Science:  Students will learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of common diseases with special emphasis on developing preventative health management plans and breeding programs. Topics include veterinary pharmacology, radiology imaging techniques, principles of surgery, safe laboratory skills, and the concepts of ethics and professionalism in the workplace. Students will develop skills in inquiry and statistical methods. Throughout the course, learners will utilize principles of technology to manage information systems, and research issues affecting the industry.

Animal Science & Technology: Students will learn and apply responsible animal management principles and routine husbandry practices. Topics will include nutrition, feeding, and caring for animals, body/carcass composition evaluation, and applying marketing principles to the sale and distribution of animal products. Learners will investigate animal genetics and how it impacts principles of animal improvement, selection and marketing. Throughout the course, learners will develop business leadership, problem-solving and communication skills in relation to the science of animals.

 

WHAT STUDENTS CAN EARN

Industry Credentials:
Fear Free (3 points)
Fundamentals of Animal Science (6 points)
10 Hour OSHA (1 point)
Pet CPR (1 point)

College Credits:

Introduction to Animal Science (CTAG)