Learning goals for students who successfully complete the program in animal science:
- Students will gain a broad knowledge of the animal science discipline to understand the future of the field and its diversity
- Students will apply biological and chemical principles and quantitative reasoning to concepts presented in core subject areas in animal science such as physiology, nutrition, genetics, and reproduction.
- Students will develop an in-depth understanding of option-specific subject areas such as preveterinary medicine, equine and production animal science, companion animal science, and lab animal science.
- Students will acquire skills for handling and caring for laboratory animals and livestock species.
- Students will develop critical thinking skills to identify scientific questions and devise solutions, including designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting research data, and summarizing findings.
- Students will develop oral and written communication skills to effectively deliver scientific and technical information to scientists as well as the public.
- Students will develop an understanding of the principles of animal welfare and the ethical treatment of animals.
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