# Animal Science (AS Degree)

Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Animal Sciences Overview

Source: https://catalog.mtsac.edu/programs/programsaz/animal-science/animal-science-degree/

**Natural Sciences Division  
Agricultural Sciences Department**  
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.  Upon completion of the program students will be prepared for entry level employment opportunities and/or transfer to a four year institution.

#### Required Courses

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 | 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** |

1 Complete one to four units of ASCI 59

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### Outcomes

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