| AGB 2302 | Agri Economics |
AGB 2302 Agricultural Economics (3-0). Orientation to the application of economic theory to agribusiness management. Microeconomic principles pertaining to the production and marketing of agricultural products. |
| AGB 3302 | Agricultural Marketing |
AGB 3302 Agricultural Marketing (3-0). An overview of the nature and structure of agricultural product markets in the U.S.; agricultural product prices, price determination and price discovery processes; use of commodity futures as a marketing tool. |
| AGB 3304 | Range Use Economics |
AGB 3304 Range Use Economics (3-0). This course covers all facets of the economics of rangeland management, including grazing management, supplemental feeding and other inputs, balancing multiple species use, and calculating the benefits of range improvement and opportunity costs associated with rangeland use. |
| AGB 3305 | Ag Event Planning & Management |
AGB 3305 Ag Event Planning & Management (3-0). To plan, organize, manage, and produce events. |
| AGB 3310 | ST: Prof Rodeo as a Business |
AGB 3310 Special Topics (3-0). Selected topics in the field of agricultural business. Topics selected according to student interest and need. May be repeated as topics vary. |
| AGB 4301 | Sust/Div Ranch Business |
AGB 4301 Sustainability & Diversity in Ranch Business (3-0). This course introduces and develops the idea of sustainability and diversity within the framework of a ranching business. Emphasis will be placed on how sustainability practices and diversity within business can mediate market risks and increase overall income and long term rangeland and economic health. |
| AGB 4303 | Agri-Business Management |
AGB 4303 Agri-Business Management (3-0). Agriculture production as a business. Types of legal organization for farms and ranches, as well as businesses involved in the processing, wholesaling, and retailing of agricultural products. Principles of business management applied to the agri-business with emphasis on factors affecting profits, choice of enterprises, and the efficient use natural, financial and human resources. |
| AGB 4308 | Natural Resource & Envir Econ |
AGB 4308 Natural Resource and Environmental Economics (3-0). Topics covered will include: an overview of the modern environmental movement, economic impacts of law and regulation including planning, zoning and farm policy, the economics of pollution and recycling, private property and free market conservation with an emphasis on the economic impacts and influences on farm, ranch, and agribusiness decision making processes. |
| AGB 4315 | Farm & Ranch Rec & Acc |
AGB 4315 Farm and Ranch Records and Accounting (3-0). A review of the principles of accounting as they apply to the modern farm or ranch. Fundamentals of cost and managerial accounting applied directly to agricultural production at the farm and ranch level: product costing, planning, control, standards and budgeting, and profit-cost volume relationships. This course will emphasize the use and applications of spread sheet programs. Prerequisite: ACC 2301. |
| AGED 2304 | Intro to Ag Education |
AGED 2304 Introduction to Agricultural Education (3-0). An analysis of evolving concepts and philosophies of agricultural education programs with emphasis upon history legislation and principles underlying organization and practice. This course is designed to prepare students for entry or advancement in agricultural occupations and professions job creation and entrepreneurship and agricultural literacy. Elements of this course includes: (1) explaining relationships of agricultural education to school based programs (2) the utilization of components to the agricultural education model in promoting supervised agricultural experiences and (3) identifying recent trends and developments in education and discussing the impact of these events on agricultural education programs. Equivalent courses: ANSC 3304 (through Summer 2014) and ANSC 2304 (through Summer 2022). |
| AGED 2313 | Prin of Agri Leadership |
AGED 2313 Principles of Agricultural Leadership (3-0). A study in basic vocational education including the following essential elements including concepts and skills relating to self-awareness academics to vocational education study habits productive work habits attitudes and employability skills consumer management occupational awareness and career decision making and associated with diverse human relations and personality development. Vocational Education history and parliamentary procedure will also be included. Equivalent courses: ANSC 2313 (through Summer 2022). |
| ANSC 1101 | Freshman Seminar |
ANSC 1101 Freshman Seminar (1-0). Seminar course designed to introduce students to faculty, facilities, and programs in ANRS and introduce students to study skills essential to a successful career. Offered fall and spring. Equivalent courses: SRSU 1101, NRM 1101, IT 1101 |
| ANSC 1419 | Intro. Animal Science Lab |
ANSC 1419 (AGRI 1419) Introductory Animal Science (3-2). An introduction to the contributory role of animals to human well-being, with emphasis on fundamental concepts of animal physiology, nutrition, reproduction, growth, lactation, genetics, behavior, and management. The historical and economic structure of global and domestic livestock industries is also presented. Offered fall and spring. |
| ANSC 1419 | Introductory Animal Sci. Lab |
ANSC 1419 (AGRI 1419) Introductory Animal Science (3-2). An introduction to the contributory role of animals to human well-being, with emphasis on fundamental concepts of animal physiology, nutrition, reproduction, growth, lactation, genetics, behavior, and management. The historical and economic structure of global and domestic livestock industries is also presented. Offered fall and spring. |
| ANSC 1419 | Introductory Animal Science |
ANSC 1419 (AGRI 1419) Introductory Animal Science (3-2). An introduction to the contributory role of animals to human well-being, with emphasis on fundamental concepts of animal physiology, nutrition, reproduction, growth, lactation, genetics, behavior, and management. The historical and economic structure of global and domestic livestock industries is also presented. Offered fall and spring. |
| ANSC 1419 | Introductory AnimalScience Lab |
ANSC 1419 (AGRI 1419) Introductory Animal Science (3-2). An introduction to the contributory role of animals to human well-being, with emphasis on fundamental concepts of animal physiology, nutrition, reproduction, growth, lactation, genetics, behavior, and management. The historical and economic structure of global and domestic livestock industries is also presented. Offered fall and spring. |
| ANSC 2301 | Introduction to Agriculture |
ANSC 2301 Introduction to Agriculture (3-0). Course is designed to provide an overview of the agricultural sciences related to the scientific principles and practices of food and fiber production. Also will include examples of current agricultural technologies and applications. |
| ANSC 2303 | Horsemanship I |
ANSC 2303 Horsemanship I (1-4). Students will learn the inherited behaviors, learned behaviors and psychological aspects of behavior modifications used in training horses. Emphasis will be placed on equine handling, grooming, basic training techniques, riding equipment, and safety. Students will learn how to perform basic groundwork and basic riding maneuvers on an assigned school or personal project horse. Fall odd years. |
| ANSC 2303 | Horsemanship I Lab |
ANSC 2303 Horsemanship I (1-4). Students will learn the inherited behaviors, learned behaviors and psychological aspects of behavior modifications used in training horses. Emphasis will be placed on equine handling, grooming, basic training techniques, riding equipment, and safety. Students will learn how to perform basic groundwork and basic riding maneuvers on an assigned school or personal project horse. Fall odd years. |
| ANSC 2305 | Meat Animal & Carcass Eval |
ANSC 2305 Meat Animal and Carcass Evaluation (2-2). Evaluation of carcasses and wholesale cuts of beef, pork and lamb, factors influencing grades, yields and values in cattle, sheep, and swine. Offered fall. |
| ANSC 2306 | Companion Animal Management |
ANSC 2306 Companion Animal Management (3-0). A study of the breeds, management, genetics, reproduction, nutrition and diseases of major classes of companion animals. |
| ANSC 2311 | Special Topics: Domestic Anima |
ANSC 2311 Problems in Animal Science (3-0). Individualized instruction in all facets of Animal Science. Course development to meet specific needs of individual students. May be repeated with approval of ANSC Chair. Offered all semesters. |
| ANSC 2312 | Current Issues in Ag |
ANSC 2312 Current Issues in Ag (3-0). This course is designed to educate students about major issues in agriculture, life sciences, and natural resource sciences and to expose students to a variety of methods used to effectively communicate, inform, and influence decisions about these issues. |
| ANSC 3305 | Horse Prod & Mgt |
ANSC 3305 Horse Production and Management (3-0). Principles of scientific horse production and application of horse management skills. Topics covered include nutrition, reproduction, health and disease, genetics and selection, and economic aspects of equine enterprises. |
| ANSC 3305 | Horse Prod & Mgt Lab |
ANSC 3305 Horse Production and Management (3-0). Principles of scientific horse production and application of horse management skills. Topics covered include nutrition, reproduction, health and disease, genetics and selection, and economic aspects of equine enterprises. |
| ANSC 3309 | Sheep & Goat Prod & Mgt |
ANSC 3309 Sheep and Goat Production and Management (2-2). This course will include study of accepted practices in sheep and goat production and management. To be included: breeding, feeding, and management. Laboratory exercises will be an important portion of the course. Offered alternate years; offered spring only. |
| ANSC 3309 | Sheep & Goat Prod & Mgt Lab |
ANSC 3309 Sheep and Goat Production and Management (2-2). This course will include study of accepted practices in sheep and goat production and management. To be included: breeding, feeding, and management. Laboratory exercises will be an important portion of the course. Offered alternate years; offered spring only. |
| ANSC 3310 | Special Topics |
ANSC 3310 Special Topics (3-0). Selected topics in the field of Animal Science. Topic selected according to student interest and need. May be repeated as topics vary. Offered all semesters. |
| ANSC 3310 | ST: Groundwork Training |
ANSC 3310 Special Topics (3-0). Selected topics in the field of Animal Science. Topic selected according to student interest and need. May be repeated as topics vary. Offered all semesters. |
| ANSC 3313 | Equine Lameness and Rehab |
ANSC 3313 Equine Lameness and Rehabilitation (3-0). This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the common causes of lameness in sport horses. Fundamentals and advanced principles of conformation, biomechanics, injury prevention and physical rehabilitation will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on current research in the subject area. Offered fall only. Prerequisites: ANSC 1419, ANSC 4310 or 3311 |
| ANSC 3315 | Appl Anim Be & Welfare |
ANSC 3315 Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare (3-0). Transdisciplinary study of animal behavior as it relates to the management and well-being of domestic livestock and captive animal species. Special emphasis on human-animal interactions, assessment and standards, and facility design. Prerequisite: ANSC 1419. |
| ANSC 3402 | Beef Cattle Prod & Mgt |
ANSC 3402 Beef Cattle Production and Management (3-2). The course will be divided into the areas of history, breeding, feeding, and management of beef cattle. Range laboratory exercises will be an integral part of the course. Offered fall only. |
| ANSC 3402 | Beef Cattle Prod & Mgt Lab |
ANSC 3402 Beef Cattle Production and Management (3-2). The course will be divided into the areas of history, breeding, feeding, and management of beef cattle. Range laboratory exercises will be an integral part of the course. Offered fall only. |
| ANSC 3406 | Meat Science |
ANSC 3406 Meat Science (3-2). A course designed to teach the basic physical and chemical components of meat tissues, as well as, quantitative and qualitative attributes of meat and meat products, including processing, manufacturing, distribution, and preservation principles of meat production. Students will develop technological and manipulative skills in the slaughter and cutting of meat animals and the processing of meat products. To re-introduce anatomy, muscle structure and function, chemical composition and physical characteristics of carcasses and cuts as determinants of live animal and meat quality. Students will learn the skills of carcass identification and grading to facilitate descriptions and definitions of quality and curability in meat animal products. Prerequisites: ANSC 3410 or 3311 |
| ANSC 3406 | Meat Science Lab |
ANSC 3406 Meat Science (3-2). A course designed to teach the basic physical and chemical components of meat tissues, as well as, quantitative and qualitative attributes of meat and meat products, including processing, manufacturing, distribution, and preservation principles of meat production. Students will develop technological and manipulative skills in the slaughter and cutting of meat animals and the processing of meat products. To re-introduce anatomy, muscle structure and function, chemical composition and physical characteristics of carcasses and cuts as determinants of live animal and meat quality. Students will learn the skills of carcass identification and grading to facilitate descriptions and definitions of quality and curability in meat animal products. Prerequisites: ANSC 3410 or 3311 |
| ANSC 3410 | A&P of Domestic Animals |
ANSC 3410 Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals (3-0). QEP MAPPED COURSE An Introduction to basic anatomy and physiology, focusing on domestic animals. Topics will range from cell biology through organ systems and include both anatomy and physiology within the systems and total body interaction. Students will learn to apply content from the course by working through clinical case studies focused on animal health. Labs will include animal dissection to further illustrate the principles being taught in the course. Prerequisite: ANSC 1419 |
| ANSC 3410 | A&P of Domestic Animals Lab |
ANSC 3410 Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals (3-0). QEP MAPPED COURSE An Introduction to basic anatomy and physiology, focusing on domestic animals. Topics will range from cell biology through organ systems and include both anatomy and physiology within the systems and total body interaction. Students will learn to apply content from the course by working through clinical case studies focused on animal health. Labs will include animal dissection to further illustrate the principles being taught in the course. Prerequisite: ANSC 1419 |
| ANSC 3411 | Livestock Slaughter Insp |
ANSC 3411 Livestock Slaughter Inspection (3-2). The content of this course deals with federal and state regulations pertaining to livestock slaughter for human consumption. Laboratory training will be given to promote proficiency in meat inspection procedure. Offered alternate years; offered spring only. |
| ANSC 3416 | Lvstk Wildlife Nutr Mgmt |
ANSC 3416 Livestock and Wildlife Nutritional Management (3-2). Provide a thorough understanding of feeds and nutrients, their classifications and an introduction to how animals digest and absorb nutrients. Animal species will be discussed individually and how rations vary and are formulated depending on stage of life or production. Both computer and hand diet formulation will be practiced. Prerequisite: 1419 or NRM 2330 or instructor consent. |
| ANSC 3416 | Lvstk Wildlife Nutr Mgmt Lab |
ANSC 3416 Livestock and Wildlife Nutritional Management (3-2). Provide a thorough understanding of feeds and nutrients, their classifications and an introduction to how animals digest and absorb nutrients. Animal species will be discussed individually and how rations vary and are formulated depending on stage of life or production. Both computer and hand diet formulation will be practiced. Prerequisite: 1419 or NRM 2330 or instructor consent. |
| ANSC 4302 | Food and Meat Safety |
ANSC 4302 Food and Meat Safety (3-0). This course is designed to educate students about Food and Meat safety; food borne pathogens; hazard analysis critical control points (HACCP) and total quality management (TQM) practices. We will identify and evaluate potential human health problems from bacterial pathogens; Study the behavior of pathogenic bacteria (e.g., Escherichia coli O157:H7, non-O157 Shiga Toxin-producing E. coli, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella and Campytobacter) in foods. We will also study how to reduce the incidence of foodborne illness by developing procedures, techniques, and effective interventions for pathogen reduction and control throughout the food chain; Study the molecular ecology and transmission dynamics of human food borne pathogens; Probe the molecular pathogenesis of human food borne diseases. Examine animal identification and traceability systems for prevention/control of spread of foreign animal diseases, foodborne pathogen outbreaks and agricultural/food bioterrorism. Prerequisite: ANSC 2406 |
| ANSC 4304 | Reproductive Physiology |
ANSC 4304 Reproductive Physiology (3-0). Study of anatomical and physiological process of reproduction in domestic animals and wildlife. Offered fall. |
| ANSC 4305 | Agri Genetics |
ANSC 4305 Agricultural Genetics (3-0). Quantitative genetic principles applied to mating and selection of domestic livestock, wildlife, and range plants. The course integrates Mendelian principles with biomedical and statistical probability techniques for proper application to breeding, selection, inbreeding, line breeding, and pedigree information for progressive animal and plant breeding. The influences of gene frequency, heritability, and genetic relationships on the gene pool of populations is integrated into this course. The course includes application of the Hardy-Weinberg law and statistical correlation and regression as applied to selection of superior genetic lines of plants and animals. Offered fall only. |
| ANSC 4306 | Animal Hlth & Diseases |
ANSC 4306 Animal Heath and Diseases (3-0). QEP MAPPED COURSE Introduction to the basic principles of epidemiology with special reference to the pathogenesis of diseases in the animal population; description of the role of the animal scientist, veterinarian and farm manager in the control of diseases. |
| ANSC 4307 | Ultrasound & Repro Tech |
ANSC 4307 Ultrasonography and Reproductive Techniques (3-0). Evaluation and application of various techniques to control and determine reproductive functions in livestock. Ultrasonography an assisted reproductive techniques to eliminate infertility and achieve pregnancy in domestic animals. |
| ANSC 4308 | Animal Nutrition |
ANSC 4308 Animal Nutrition (3-0). Physiology and chemistry of digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients by animals will be discussed, including requirements, utilization, and the effects of deficiencies and toxicities. Prerequisites: ANSC 1419, CHEM 1311, 1312, 4307, or permission of instructor |
| ANSC 4311 | ST: Equine Genetics I |
ANSC 4311 Problems in Animal Science (3-0). Individualized instruction in all facets of Animal Science. Course developed to meet specific needs of individual students. May be repeated with approval of ANSC Chair. Offered all semesters. Prerequisite: Approval of ANSC chair. |
| ANSC 4311 | ST: Equine Genetics II |
ANSC 4311 Problems in Animal Science (3-0). Individualized instruction in all facets of Animal Science. Course developed to meet specific needs of individual students. May be repeated with approval of ANSC Chair. Offered all semesters. Prerequisite: Approval of ANSC chair. |
| ANSC 4311 | ST: Mc Nair Project |
ANSC 4311 Problems in Animal Science (3-0). Individualized instruction in all facets of Animal Science. Course developed to meet specific needs of individual students. May be repeated with approval of ANSC Chair. Offered all semesters. Prerequisite: Approval of ANSC chair. |
| ANSC 4314 | Forage Production & Mgt |
ANSC 4314 Forage Production and Management (3-0). Concept and practical aspects of forage production, with emphasis on the southern half of the United States. Forage management and forage species and a review of grazing systems for differed species of livestock will be covered in the course. The practical application of knowledge will be stressed in this course with multiple real-life case studies being covered. |
| ANSC 4315 | Hormones Behav & Disease |
ANSC 4315 Hormones, Behavior and Diseases (3-0). The influence of hormones on sexual and nonsexual behavior and development of diseases in domestic animals, wildlife and humans. |
| ANSC 4316 | Ruminant Nutrition |
ANSC 4316 Ruminant Nutrition (3-0). Physiology and chemistry of digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients in ruminants; nutrient functions, requirements, utilization and the effects of nutrient deficiencies and toxicities. An emphasis will be placed on ruminant specific metabolism and the net energy system. Prerequisite: ANSC 3311 or 3410 |
| ANSC 4317 | Senior Capstone |
ANSC 4317 Senior Capstone (3-0). This course provides senior animal science students with an opportunity to reflect upon the animal science course of study and to synthesize the material learned throughout their coursework. This course prepares students to enter the workforce. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST: App Ani Behav & Welfare |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST: Endocrinology |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST: Equine Genetics I |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST: Equine Genetics II |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST: Sust&Diver Business-Grad |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5303 | ST:Advanced Food & Meat Safety |
ANSC 5303 Special Topics (3-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 5304 | Forage Production & Mgt |
ANSC 5304 Forage Production and Management (0-6). Concepts and practical aspects of forage production, with emphasis on the southern half of the United States. Forage Management and forage species and a review of grazing systems for differed species of livestock will be covered in the course. The practical application of knowledge will be stressed in this course with multiple real-life case studies being covered. |
| ANSC 5308 | Prin Tch Adult Learners |
ANSC 5308 Principles of Teaching Adult Learners (3-0). This course covers a broad range of topics in the field of adult education. The purpose is to further the development of adult educators; therefore, the course focuses on theories, methods, and issues in adult education. |
| ANSC 5316 | Project Research |
ANSC 5316 Project Research (1 to 9-0). Research for thesis project. Prerequisite: Master of Science students that have been admitted to candidacy. May be repeated. |
| ANSC 5317 | Implementing Change |
ANSC 5317 Implementing Change (3-0). This course examines the processes by which professional change agents influence the introduction, adoption, and diffusion of technological changes. |
| ANSC 5320 | Adv Livestock Nutr & Mgt |
ANSC 5320 Advanced Livestock Nutritional Management (3-0). Provide a thorough understanding of feeds and nutrients, their classifications and an introduction to how animals digest and absorb nutrients. Animal species will be discussed individually and how rations vary and are formulated depending on stage of life or production. Ration balancing by hand and using computer programs will be covered in the class. |
| ANSC 5321 | Animal Sci Business Planning |
ANSC 5321 Animal Science Business Planning (3-0). This course lays out the basic theory of microeconomics with numerous examples from the food and agricultural industries, while the coverage of macroeconomics emphasizes real world applications rather than pure theory. |
| ANSC 5322 | Statistics For The Animal Sci |
ANSC 5322 Statistics for the Animal Sciences (3-0). This course emphasizes statistical literacy, use of real data and technology, statistical conceptual understanding and active learning. |
| ANSC 5323 | Research Literature |
ANSC 5323 Research Literature (3-0). This course guides the student, step-by-step, from the selection of a problem, through the process of conducting authentic research, to the preparation of completed report, with practical suggestions based on a solid theoretical framework. |
| ANSC 5324 | Animal Physiology |
ANSC 5324 Animal Physiology (3-0). The course is designed to expand upon the basic principles of anatomy and physiology of farm animals, emphasizing ruminant and equine digestive physiology. Individual systems will be discussed as well as topics from current scientific discussions and publications. |
| ANSC 5325 | Agri Genetics and Biotech |
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| ANSC 5325 | Agri Genetics and Biotech |
ANSC 5325 Agricultural Genetics and Biotechnology (3-0). This course provides a student with solid grounding in core genetics and biotechnology concepts, as well as information on cutting-edge science and technology and their applications in real-world agriculture, medicine, and health care. |
| ANSC 5326 | Animal Reproduction |
ANSC 5326 Animal Reproduction (3-0). Study of the anatomical, cellular and physiological mechanisms that control the endocrine and reproductive systems of domestic animals and wildlife. |
| ANSC 5327 | Animal Nutrition |
ANSC 5327 Animal Nutrition (3-0). This course is designed to continue the nutrition education with an emphasis on biochemical pathways and metabolic control of nutrient partitioning. Glycolysis, TCA cycle, Urea cycle, Gluconeogenesis, and additional metabolic pathways will be discussed as well as nutrient metabolism and ruminant specific metabolism related to VFAs. |
| ANSC 5328 | Meat Production |
ANSC 5328 Meat Production (3-0). This course is designed to educate students about the global product that is meat and to expose students to the conversion of muscle to meat with emphasis on physical and biochemical changes. Microbiology and other related characteristics of meat and its implication in commercial meat processing. A course designed to teach the advance physical and chemical components of meat tissues, as well as, quantitative and qualitative attributes of meat and meat products, including processing, manufacturing, distribution, and preservation principles of meat production. Students will understand technological and manipulative skills in the slaughter and cutting of meat animals and the processing of meat products. To further discuss anatomy, muscle structure and function, chemical composition and physical characteristics of carcasses and cuts as determinants of live animal and meat quality. |
| ANSC 5331 | Ruminant Nutrition |
ANSC 5331 Ruminant Nutrition (3-0). Physiology and chemistry of digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients in ruminants; nutrient functions, requirements, utilization and the effects of nutrient deficiencies and toxicities. An emphasis will be placed on ruminant specific metabolism and the net energy system. |
| ANSC 5403 | ST: Adv Equine Nut/Physiology |
ANSC 5403 Special Topics (4-0). Advanced studies in current agricultural and natural resource sciences research. Topics assigned according to the experience, interest, and needs of the individual student. Registration approval by the ANSC chair. May be repeated under different subject matter titles. |
| ANSC 6301 | Thesis Proposal |
ANSC 6301 Thesis Proposal (0-6). Satisfactory completion of this course will result in an acceptable prospectus presented to the Graduate Committee. |
| ANSC 6302 | Thesis Defense |
ANSC 6302 Thesis Defense (0-6). The student will enroll in this course each semester or summer term in which assistance is provided by Committee members or when use of the library or other research facilities of Sul Ross State University is made. Satisfactory completion of this course will result in the completed thesis presented to the Graduate Committee, accepted by the ANRS dean, and filed in the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost for Academic Affairs. |
| IT 1101 | Freshman Seminar |
IT 1101 Freshman Seminar (1-0). Seminar course designed to introduce students to faculty, facilities, and programs in Industrial Technology and to introduce students to college skills and resource essential for a successful college career. |
| IT 1303 | Engineering Drawing I |
IT 1303 (ENGR 1304) Engineering Drawing I (2-4). Use of American National Standards Institute symbols and conventions; techniques of freehand sketching; accepted styles and practices of lettering; and the relationship between points, lines and planes through multi-view drawing principles. Shape description through pictorial methods. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 1306 | Beginning Metalwork Tech |
IT 1306 Beginning Metalwork Technology (2-4). A comprehensive course in industrial metals processes. Problems of pattern development, shearing, cutting, forming, bending, folding, and fabricating sheet steel as related to the sheet metal industry. Investigation of other industrial processes and techniques such as: industrial foundry processes; cold metal forming using bending, twisting, hammering, and combining techniques; forging and tempering techniques. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 1308 | Basic Electricity |
IT 1308 Basic Electricity (2-4). Principles of direct current and alternating current electricity. Applications of series, parallel, and series-parallel circuitry including Ohm's Law, Kerchhoff?s Laws, batteries, meters, resistance, capacitance, inductance, magnetism and electromagnetism, soldering and assembly. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 1309 | Power Technology |
IT 1309 Power Technology (2-4). A foundation course, which looks into energy, power, and transportation technologies. Investigation into their evolution, development, production, relationships, and use. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2301 | ST: Building Codes & Inspec |
IT 2301 Special Topics (3-0). The Special Topics course is used in case of Independent Studies or new course introduction. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2301 | ST: Building Codes & Inspect |
IT 2301 Special Topics (3-0). The Special Topics course is used in case of Independent Studies or new course introduction. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2303 | Intro to CAD and Drafting |
IT 2303 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (2-4). Introduction to how commercial CAD systems operate. Computer graphics hardware and software. Applications of CAD graphics applications specifically in two dimensions. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2304 | Photography |
IT 2304 (ARTS 2356) Photography Appreciation (2-4). This course examines the relationship between photography and contemporary culture with emphasis placed on the study of photography as an art form, giving special attention to photography's influence in a range of disciplines from visual art to pop culture to social issues. The course also introduces skills in both analog and digital photography, including lighting, composition, and darkroom techniques, which enhance the appreciation of the art of photography. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2304 | Photography Appreciation |
IT 2304 (ARTS 2356) Photography Appreciation (2-4). This course examines the relationship between photography and contemporary culture with emphasis placed on the study of photography as an art form, giving special attention to photography's influence in a range of disciplines from visual art to pop culture to social issues. The course also introduces skills in both analog and digital photography, including lighting, composition, and darkroom techniques, which enhance the appreciation of the art of photography. |
| IT 2305 | Machine Wood Technology |
IT 2305 Machine Wood Technology (2-4). A comprehensive course in industrial woods processes. The course includes some hand processes but focuses on machine operations as required in mill work and the woodworking industry. Reading and analyzing drawings, selecting materials, completing a bill of materials, and project planning are integral components in the course. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2306 | Machine Shop Technology |
IT 2306 Machine Shop Technology (2-4). A foundation course in the use of precision measuring instruments and metal working machines. Intended as an introduction to the machine shop practices of industry. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2307 | Welding Technology |
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| IT 2307 | Welding Technology |
IT 2307 Welding Technology (2-4). A study of principles and correct use of the equipment, materials, and processes required for oxy-acetylene welding, cutting and brazing, and electric arc welding. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2309 | Tech/Sm Eng Maint & Repair |
IT 2309 Technology of Small Engine Maintenance and Repair (2-4). The scientific, mechanical, and service concepts of two- cycle and four-cycle engines. Provides the student with the basic knowledge of these concepts and their application. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2313 | Construction Graphics |
IT 2313 Construction Graphics (3-0). This course provides visualization interpretation and communication of graphical geometry in construction design and engineering; graphical analysis of problems; plan reading; computer aided design and fundamentals of information modeling software; introduction to common quantitative tools in construction. Primarily focuses on residential and light commercial construction. |
| IT 2314 | Welding Technology II |
IT 2314 Welding Technology II (2-4). Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. Prerequisite: IT 2307. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2316 | Ironworking I |
IT 2316 Ironworking I (2-4). Forge operation and basic blacksmithing techniques including metal forming, forge welding, and steel tempering techniques used in industry. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2317 | Ironworking II |
IT 2317 Ironworking II (2-4). A continuation of the ironworking skills studied in IT 2316 including ornamental and tool making. Prerequisite: IT 2316 or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 2349 | Intro to Supply Chain Managemn |
IT 2349 Introduction to Supply Chain Management (3-0) Introduction to the concepts and techniques used to plan, source, manufacture, and deliver products and services meeting customer needs in a global environment. Topics include supply chain strategy, forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and operations management, among others. |
| IT 2355 | Construction Estimating I |
IT 2355 Construction Estimating I (3-0). A practical study course designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skill necessary for accurately estimating required building material cost for construction projects. Included will be the study of cost analysis and cost control, overhead costa and control, cost comparison and adjusted standard cost. |
| IT 2365 | Safety Management I |
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| IT 2365 | Safety Management I |
IT 2365 Safety Management I (3-0). The course introduces the student to the OSHA Act and industry standards for achieving a zero injury daily outcome on industrial and construction projects. The course will include Construction Industry Institute research safety best practices, interactive activities involving safety culture, leadership techniques; behavior based safety, industrial hygiene, environmental concerns as well as industrial safety analysis techniques. Students will be introduced to OSHA regulations and industry practices related to creating and maintaining safe working environments. Students will be eligible to earn OSHA 10 -hour safety certification. |
| IT 3301 | Special Topics: Saddle Making |
IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3301 | ST Home Construction Contest |
IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3301 | ST: Ag Electrification |
IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3301 | ST: Home Construction Contest |
IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3301 | ST: Saddlemaking |
IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3303 | Arch Drafting & Home Plan |
IT 3303 Architectural Drafting and Home Planning (2-4). Architectural drafting with emphasis on the principles of good design and planning the small home. Time is spent on architectural details, materials and methods of construction, energy conservation practices, the use of symbols, lettering, and building standards of the American Institute of Architects. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3309 | Construction Project Mgmt I |
IT 3309 Construction Project Management I (3-0). This course will provide an introduction to construction project management covering concepts of project selection, estimating, bidding, scheduling, subcontracting practices, cost controls, project documentation, construction bonds, insurance, payments and the elements of project close out. it will also provide for the development of professional communication skills through prepared multi-media presentations. |
| IT 3312 | Building Systems |
IT 3312 Building Systems (3-0). This course introduces students to the design, operation, materials and installation methods of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in construction. Students will be introduced to the basic design principles and components of mechanical and electrical systems. Students will perform simple calculations of cooling/heating loads/power demands, examine related building codes and standards, and understand selected installation methods for basic mechanical and electrical systems. |
| IT 3316 | Adv Machine Metalwork Tech |
IT 3316 Advanced Machine Metalwork Technology (2-4). Modern methods, techniques, and materials of the metal working industry. Special emphasis is placed upon advanced lathe and milling operations. Prerequisite: IT 2306 or equivalent or special permission. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3320 | Warehouse Management |
IT 3320 Warehouse Management (3-0) A study of the concepts of inventory management used in warehouses and distribution centers to accurately report the quantity and value of the materials received, stored and shipped to customers. Introduces select analytical techniques, strategies, and applied problem-solving approaches. |
| IT 3323 | 3D Computer Graphics |
IT 3323 Three Dimensional Computer Graphics (2-4). An advanced course in computer aided drafting and design. Focus is on 3D design including work with solids and materials rendering. Prerequisite: IT 2303 or special permission. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3324 | Construction Materials |
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| IT 3324 | Construction Materials |
IT 3324 Construction Materials (3-0). This course introduces students to the basic building materials and systems used in construction buildings, bridges, and infrastructure projects. Students will develop a basic understanding of building materials, their uses and application. It offers a basic understanding of the use of common materials used in systems such as foundations, structural framing/skeleton, building envelops, and finishes. Namely, it introduces students to proper terminology and usage of wood, steel, and concrete materials and selected manufactured components. |
| IT 3325 | Methods & Tech of Construction |
IT 3325 Methods and Techniques of Construction (2-4). Methods, techniques and processes in the construction industry. Emphasis on practical application and the acquisition of skills in standard residential construction practices. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 3355 | Construction Estimating II |
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| IT 3355 | Construction Estimating II |
IT 3355 Construction Estimating II (3-0). This course introduces students to the skills and tools necessary to prepare formal bids for construction projects. It focuses on pricing, indirect costs, bid analysis and use of computer aided software. The course addresses the bidding procedure from receipt of bid documents through work breakdown, work quantification, pricing and bid submittal for lump sum and unit price bids, and preparation of project proposals. Prerequisites: IT 2355 |
| IT 4301 | Org of Industrial Processing |
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| IT 4311 | SP: Internship |
IT 4311 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0). Individual study in a selected area of industrial technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies based on and individual program requirements. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 4311 | ST: Internship |
IT 4311 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0). Individual study in a selected area of industrial technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies based on and individual program requirements. Course fee: $15 |
| IT 4313 | Project Controls |
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| IT 4313 | Project Controls |
IT 4313 Construction Project Controls (3-0). This course is designed to provide the student an introduction to construction related financial documents. Emphasis is placed on creating schedule of values, labor and operations cost reports, income statements, balance sheets and construction budgets; Students are also introduced to the techniques required to effectively monitor the financial aspects of a construction project. The students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and knowledge while learning many of the vital elements and challenges that projects teams face in the development and execution of a construction project, while also learning of the processes and systems available to them from pre-construction to closeout. |
| IT 4319 | Planning and Scheduling |
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| IT 4319 | Planning and Scheduling |
IT 4319 Construction Planning and Scheduling (3-0). This is a study course in construction planning and scheduling using the critical path method of scheduling. The course addresses the development and use of bar charts, CPM network diagrams, CPM calculations, and other selected topics such as resource leveling, network crashing, and earned value management. Specifically the course address the development of parameter cost estimates for activities that relate to the construction of a building project; work packages sequenced, planned and leveled to develop a working project execution document; development of procedures to monitor actual field progress. Also studied are methods of efficient job control and sensible scheduling of employees, machines, materials, and money on a construction job. |
| IT 4329 | Facility Design and Mgmt |
IT 4329 Facility Design and Management (3-0). This course provides a basic understanding the concepts, science, and strategic decision processes associated with locating and designing facilities. Students will learn how facility design can enhance customer satisfaction, and the methods to effectively utilize people, equipment, space and energy in facilities. Additionally, students will learn how facility design can reduce costs and grow supply chain profitability, and to identify safety hazards in facilities. |
| IT 4340 | Business Transportation |
IT 4340 Business Transportation Management (3-0) A study of the principles of transportation investigating the role of transportation systems; environmental and economic impacts; modal components; managerial and economic aspects of the various modes, with applications to both domestic and international operations. |
| IT 4345 | E-Logistics Management |
IT 4345 E-Logistics in Supply Chain Management (3-0) This course introduces students to the role of e-commerce in collaborative distribution and logistics relationships. Students will examine the evolution of e-commerce logistics, and the role of resource and technology interdependencies, exchange governance mechanisms and relationship management bench-marking. |
| IT 5304 | SP: Welding Technology |
IT 5304 Special Problems in Industrial Tech (3-0) Individual study in selected areas. |
| IT 5310 | Supply Chain Mgmt |
IT 5310 Strategic Supply Chain Management (3-0) This course explores the current issues, opportunities, strategies, techniques and concepts used to plan, source, manufacturer, and deliver products used in order to meet customer needs in a global environment. Topics include supply chain strategy, forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and operations management, among others. |
| IT 5330 | Transportation Management |
IT 5330 Transportation and Logistics Management (3-0) This course presents core knowledge related to the areas of Transportation, Logistics and Distribution(TLD) management within supply chain operations. Examines the logistics and transportation operations, including the structure, challenges, and potential of the major modes of domestic transportation. Topics will include cross-docking, reverse logistics tactics, multi-modal freight operations, high-tech automated warehousing and order delivery and current topics in the logistics industry. |
| IT 5335 | Supplier Management |
IT 5335 Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management (3-0) This course examines the role of sourcing and procurement functions within a company and the evaluation, selection, and development of suppliers. The course is also designed to emphasize the importance of negotiation and managing contracts. Topics include: category management, supplier solicitation, bidding processes, competitive negotiations, price and cost analysis, total cost of ownership, types of purchasing contracts, and international purchasing issues. |
