Animal Science Syllabus

Animal Science Course

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1. Course Title and Description

Course Title: Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition

Course Description: This comprehensive introduction to animal nutrition structures the exploration of advanced concepts within the framework of the body’s appetite for nutrients to reflect their multifaceted effects on animal health, productivity, and behavior.

2. Instructor Information

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Instructor: [YOUR NAME]

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3. Learning Objectives

To understand the basic principles of nutrition and its application in the animal industry.
To appreciate the factors that influence the nutritional requirements of animals.
To develop skills on how to properly feed various species of animals based on appearance, health, and behavior.
To gain knowledge on how food/nutrition impacts an animal's body system.
To learn about the current and advanced technology applied in animal nutrition.

4. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Assignment
1	Introduction to Animal Nutrition	Read chapters 1-2 in textbook and complete quiz 1
2	Nutrients and Digestion	Watch video lectures on nutrients and digestion, then complete worksheet 1
3	Feed Ingredients and Analysis	Research common feed ingredients and their nutritional analysis, submit a summary report
4	Nutritional Requirements	Review dietary requirements for different animal species, participate in group discussion on case studies
5	Feeding Management	Develop a feeding plan for a specific animal, present plan in class and receive feedback

5. Required Reading and Materials

Animal Nutrition Science by Gordon Dryden
Nutrient Requirements of Domesticated Ruminants
Principles of Companion Animal Nutrition
Poultry Feedstuffs: Supply, Composition and Nutritive Value
Swine Nutrition Guide

6. Assignments and Assessments

Weekly reading assignments from the prescribed text and articles.
Online quizzes related to the weekly topics.
Project: Develop a nutrition plan for an animal species of your choice.
Mid-term Exam covering the first half of the course
Final Exam covering the entire course

7. Course Policy

All assignments must be submitted on time. Late submissions will face a penalty.
All reading materials should be read prior to the discussion in class.
Plagiarism will not be tolerated and will result in a failing grade.
Participation is crucial. Make sure to contribute to the discussion, this will be a part of your final grade.
Respect towards all members of the class is expected at all times.

8. Grading Policy

Criteria	Percentage
Participation	20%
Assignments	30%
Project	20%
Mid-Term Examination	15%
Final Examination	15%
Total	100%

Disclaimer

This syllabus is intended to give the student guidance in what may be covered during the semester and will be followed as closely as possible. However, the professor reserves the right to modify, supplement and make changes as the course needs arise.