{
  "college": "mt-san-antonio-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "Animal Sciences Overview",
  "id": "animal-sciences-overview--animal-science-degree",
  "name": "Animal Science",
  "award": "AS Degree",
  "department": "animal-sciences-overview",
  "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.mtsac.edu/programs/programsaz/animal-science/animal-science-degree/",
  "blocks": [
    {
      "kind": "text",
      "markdown": "**Natural Sciences Division  \nAgricultural Sciences Department**  \nThe 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.  Upon completion of the program students will be prepared for entry level employment opportunities and/or transfer to a four year institution.\n\n#### Required Courses"
    },
    {
      "kind": "courselist",
      "rows": [
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 1",
          "title": "Animal Science",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 2",
          "title": "Animal Nutrition",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 14",
          "title": "Swine Production",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 17",
          "title": "Sheep Production",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 30",
          "title": "Beef Production",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 59",
          "title": "Work Experience in Agriculture 1",
          "units": "1-4",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 96",
          "title": "Animal Sanitation and Disease Control",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 97",
          "title": "Artificial Insemination of Livestock",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "comment",
          "text": "Required Electives: Choose a minimum of six units",
          "units": "6"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 51",
          "title": "Tractor and Landscape Equipment Operations",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 53",
          "title": "Small Engine Repair I",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "AGOR 63",
          "title": "Irrigation Systems Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 12",
          "title": "Exotic Animal Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 16",
          "title": "Horse Production and Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 18",
          "title": "Horse Ranch Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 19",
          "title": "Horse Hoof Care",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 20",
          "title": "Horse Behavior and Training",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 34",
          "title": "Livestock Judging and Selection",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 51",
          "title": "Animal Handling and Restraint",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 71",
          "title": "Canine Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 72",
          "title": "Feline Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 73",
          "title": "Tropical and Coldwater Fish Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 74",
          "title": "Reptile Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 76",
          "title": "Aviculture - Cage and Aviary Birds",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ASCI 94",
          "title": "Animal Breeding",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WELD 40",
          "title": "Introduction to Welding",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "comment",
          "text": "Select one course from the following:",
          "units": "3"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSM 20",
          "title": "Principles of Business",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSM 66",
          "title": "Small Business Management",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSS 35",
          "title": "Professional Selling",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "BUSS 36",
          "title": "Principles of Marketing",
          "indent": true
        },
        {
          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total Units",
          "units": "31-34"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "kind": "text",
      "markdown": "1 Complete one to four units of ASCI 59\n\nAnimal Sciences Website"
    },
    {
      "kind": "text",
      "markdown": "### Outcomes\n\n##### Program Learning Outcomes\n\nReview Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program."
    }
  ]
}