Associate of Science in Animal Science Mt. San Antonio College

The Animal Science Associates Degree focuses on animal behavior, husbandry, production, and services which; are a critical part of animal agriculture and related industries. The curriculum provides a combination of technical knowledge and practical skills utilizing a hands-on approach to instruction.

Required Courses

• ASCI 1 Animal Science 3
• ASCI 2 Animal Nutrition 3
• ASCI 14 Swine Production 3
• ASCI 17 Sheep Production 3
• ASCI 30 Beef Production 3
• ASCI 59 Work Experience in Agriculture* 1-4
• ASCI 96 Animal Sanitation and Disease Control 3
• ASCI 97 Artificial Insemination of Livestock 3

Required Electives: Choose a minimum of six units 6

• AGOR 51 Tractor and Landscape Equipment Operations
• AGOR 53 Small Engine Repair I
• AGOR 63 Irrigation Systems Management
• ASCI 12 Exotic Animal Management
• ASCI 16 Horse Production and Management
• ASCI 18 Horse Ranch Management
• ASCI 19 Horse Hoof Care
• ASCI 20 Horse Behavior and Training
• ASCI 34 Livestock Judging and Selection
• ASCI 51 Animal Handling and Restraint
• ASCI 71 Canine Management
• ASCI 72 Feline Management
• ASCI 73 Tropical and Coldwater Fish Management
• ASCI 74 Reptile Management
• ASCI 76 Aviculture - Cage and Aviary Birds
• ASCI 94 Animal Breeding
• WELD 40 Introduction to Welding

Select one course from the following: 3

• BUSM 20 Principles of Business
• BUSM 66 Small Business Management
• BUSS 35 Professional Selling
• BUSS 36 Principles of Marketing

Total Units 31-34

*Complete one to four units of ASCI 59

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities and/or transfer to a four-year institution.