Associate of Science in Animal Science
Los Angeles, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 362 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per credit out-of-state student tuition; USD 46 per credit - California residents tuition
Introduction
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.
Curriculum
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
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities and/or transfer to a four-year institution.
Admissions
English Language Requirements
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