Animal Science, Minor
Minor in Animal Science
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Overview
Admissions and Requirements
Courses You’ll Take
Tuition & Fees
Program Overview
The online Animal Science, Minor was designed to provide students with an interest in careers associated with livestock, poultry, meat and companion animal industries additional coursework in the area of animal science.
The core curriculum gives students a balanced education in animal science, biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, communications, humanities and social sciences.
The study of animal science is beneficial for several high demand careers, including:
- Veterinary medicine
- Farming and agriculture
- Fisheries and wildlife
- Food safety
- Other animal-related jobs
This online minor provides an option for students pursuing the online Bachelor of Science in Applied Science or who are currently enrolled in such programs as Agribusiness, Fisheries and Wildlife, Biology, and Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Career Outlook: Combining a minor with a major will open opportunities in the job market. A minor in animal science will complement several areas of study that experience high demand including veterinary medicine, farming and agriculture, fisheries and wildlife, food safety and other animal-related jobs.
Potential career paths may include:
- Feed Nutritionists
- Pet Care Technicians
- 4-H Extension Assistant
- Animal Behaviorist
- Horse Trainers
- Cattle Health Assistant
- Cattle Manager
- Animal Protein Manager
- Farm Manager
Admissions and Requirements
To be accepted to this program, you must have:
Official transcripts from all previous schools
Graduated high school or received a GED
NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states
To apply to this program:
- Complete and submit the online
application
- Pay the $45 non-refundable
application fee
- Submit your transcripts for proof of high school
graduation or its equivalent such as a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). If
you have completed any post- secondary credits, submit those transcripts as
well.
Courses You’ll Take
Core Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASCI 240 | Basic Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals | 4 |
Fundamentals of the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. | ||
| ASCI 410 | Processed Meats | 3 |
Modern meat processing industry and its use of science and technology. The fabrication, processing, preservation, sanitation, food safety, ethnic involvement, and utilization of manufactured and processed meat. Actual laboratory preparation of processed meats and by-products of the meat packing industry. 3 cr II classroom. 3 cr I, II, III web. Prerequisites: ASCI 210 or equivalent. Junior standing or permission. | ||
| ASCI 322 | Equine Nutrition | 2 |
Equine nutrition including digestive anatomy and physiology. Nutritional requirements of horses as related to growth, reproduction, and performance. The relationship of nutrition to disease and environment. Management practices and application of current equine nutritional research. | ||
| ASCI 354E | Employee Management for Swine Industry | 1 |
| ASCI 354D | Swine Nursery Management | 1 |
Overview of the critical management, housing, and financial considerations relevant to the successful operation of a swine nursery, grow-finish, or wean to finish enterprise, including: nutrient requirements; building and facility management; and marketing. This course is taught by Penn State as part of the GPIDEA/Ag*IDEA course offerings. Registration with permission from your advisor and CASNR Online Education Office. | ||
| ASCI 422 | Advanced Feeding & Feed Formulation | 3 |
Feeding practices for domestic animals. Applied animal nutrition and feed formulation. Prerequisites: ASCI 320 or equivalent. | ||
| ASCI 321 | Companion Animal Nutrition | 3 |
Digestive anatomy and physiology of companion animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, and exotic species. Unique nutrient requirements, pet food formulation, and regulations. | ||
| ASCI 342 | Equine Reproduction | 2 |
Anatomy and physiology of stallion and mare reproductive systems. Estrous detection systems, artificial and natural breeding techniques, infertility, semen collection and processing, reproductive management, and record keeping. | ||
| ASCI 310 | Fresh Meats | 3 |
Fresh meat from beef, pork, lamb, and poultry. Characteristics of muscle, meat technology, preservation, merchandising concepts, and markets. | ||
| ASCI 370 | Animal Welfare | 3 |
In-depth exploration of the issues involved in animal use. The historical, biological, ethical, and social aspects of human/animal interactions in Western culture. Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission. | ||
| ASCI 354F | Swine Environment Management | 1 |
Response of swine to thermal environment, ventilation system design and analysis, heating and cooling systems and examples of various designs for all phases of production. Trouble shooting ventilation systems and energy analysis of production units. This course is taught by Iowa State University as part of the GPIDEA/AgIDEA consortium. Registration with permission from your adviser and CASNR Online Education Office. | ||
| ASCI 354B | Swine Farrowing Management | 1 |
Advanced integration and application of reproductive management concepts during farrowing and lactation. Identification of production trends; formulation of strategies to improve productivity; and parturition and neonatal management. This course is taught by the University of Missouri and is part of the GPIDEA/AgIDEA course offerings. Registration with permission from your advisor and CASNR Online Education Office. | ||
| ASCI 354A | Swine Breeding & Gestation | 1 |
Concepts related to: reproductive physiology and endocrinology of boars and sows; genetic selection programs; development programs for future replacement gilts and boars; semen collection, evaluation, and preparation; detection of estrus and artificial insemination; pregnancy diagnosis; feeding and house programs for gestating sows; environmental management; records; diseases; and development of quality assurance programs for identifying and solving reproductive problems. This course is taught by North Carolina State University and is part of the GPIDEA/AgIDEA courses offerings. Registration with permission from your advisor and CASNR Online Education. | ||
Tuition & Fees
Nebraska Residents
Per Credit Hour
- Tuition
- $259.00
- Fees
- $52.25
- Total
- $311.25
3 Credit Hours
- Tuition
- $777.00
- Fees
- $156.75
- Total
- $933.75
Out of State Residents
Per Credit Hour
- Tuition
- $830.00
- Fees
- $52.25
- Total
- $882.25
3 Credit Hours
- Tuition
- $2490.00
- Fees
- $156.75
- Total
- $2646.75
Lisa Karr, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Practice, Extension Companion Animal Specialists
Lisa Karr is known for the remarkable pace with which she established an excellent companion animal teaching and extension program. Karr developed a comprehensive and science-based set of courses for undergraduates, provided a student organization for students interested in companion animals and identified companion animal career information. Her students range from middle school to adult learners. She is dedicated to quality teaching along with being energetic and innovative. A key aspect of Karr's companion animal education program is the breadth of her target audience and her unique ability to use the latest technology to reach all of the segments of her audience.
Application Deadlines
Rolling admissions. Application review will begin upon receipt of all required application materials.