Agriculture Animal Science

Agriculture Animal Science Associate in Science for Transfer

The Associate in Science in Agriculture Animal Science for Transfer is designed to provide students a clear pathway to the CSU Animal Science major and completion of the Animal Science baccalaureate degree. The Animal Science major prepares students for occupations in those areas of agriculture involving the production, management, and marketing of livestock. Both the scientific and practical aspects of the production of horse, beef, sheep, swine, dairy cattle and companion animals are stressed in the courses. Upon completion of the following requirements, the student will be eligible for an Associate Degree for Transfer: (1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. (3) The completion of all courses required for the major with a “C” or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate artificial insemination procedures, proper record-keeping in the field of animal science and skills in day-to-day animal production such as proper care, feeding and reproduction.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to practice proper basic principles of animal safety and evaluate performance such as growth and feed conversion.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate specific skills in animal science such as production, genetics and nutrtion within the animal science discipline needed for employment.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze conformation qualities in cattle, sheep, swine and dairy cattle.

Program Requirements