Animal Sciences Technology
Course Offerings Bulletin 2008-2009 for Summer (As of  12/1/2008)


T201 Dairy Cattle Milk Production U 5
 Principles of milk production management with emphasis on mammary function, milking concepts, udder health, milk composition and quality; herd records, and milk marketing.
 Au Qtr. 4 cl, 1 rec, 1 3-hr lab. 
T202 Judging and Classifying Dairy Cattle U 2
 Comparative evaluation and classification of dairy cattle according to functional type, conformation, breed characteristics, and profit.
 Au Qtr. 2 3-hr labs. 
T203 Dairy Cattle Reproduction U 4
 A study of reproduction in dairy cattle including anatomy, physiology, estrus control and detection, artificial insemination, gestation, diseases, records, and improved management practices.
 Wi Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. 
T204 Principles of Dairy Cattle Nutrition U 4
 Study of the nutritional needs of dairy cattle and of the principles and practices involved in providing balanced rations of various feedstuffs to meet these needs.
 Au Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T221 recommended. 
T205 Breeding for Livestock Improvement
 4 cl, 1 2-hr recitation. 
 T205.01 Livestock Genetics U 4
  Principles of inheritance and the genetic improvement of livestock through cyto-qualitative and population genetics, utilizing breeding, values, selection, and mating.
  Sp Qtr. Prereq: Recommended Gen Math T140, Gen Bio T120. Not open to students with credit for T205. 
 T205.03 Dairy Cattle Genetics U 4
  Principles of inheritance and the genetic improvement of dairy cattle through cyto-qualitative and population genetics; utilizing breeding values, selection, and mating systems.
  Wi Qtr. Prereq: Gen Math T140; T221 and Gen Biol T120 recommended. 
T206* Dairy Cattle Presentation U 2
 Principles and skills practiced in fitting and presenting dairy cattle.
 Sp Qtr. 1 cl, 1 2-hr lab. Course will be taught during even-numbered years. 
T210 Introduction to Animal Agriculture U 5
 Introduction to animal agriculture; its purpose, terms, products, problems, and basic management principles.
 Au, Sp Qtrs. 4 cl, 1 2-hr lab. Not open to students with credit for Anim Sci 200. 
T211 Introduction to Horse Science U 3
 Fundamental survey of the development, function, behavior, production, and management of horses.
 Au Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr lab. 
T212 Judging, Fitting, Showing, and Classifying Horses U 3
 Comparative evaluation and classification of horses according to type, conformation, breed characteristics, and performance; introduction to fitting and showing horses.
 Wi Qtr. 1cl, 2 3-hr lab. 
T213 Horsemanship and Equitation U 3
 Fundamentals of equitation; designed to develop a unity between rider and horse through control, dressage, and schooling of the horse as a mount.
 Au Qtr. 1 cl, 2 3-hr labs. Concur: T289.04 or T292.04; Horse Science or Horse Production and Management majors or permission of instructor. 
T214 Feeding and Nutrition of Horses U 3
 A study of the nutritional needs of horses and of the principles and practices involved in providing balanced rations of various feedstuffs to meet these needs.
 Au Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: T211, Gen Math T140 or Math 104 or Math Placement level M or N or L. 
T221 Animal Anatomy and Physiology U 4
 An introductory study of the structure and functions of the various organ systems of domestic animals.
 Wi, Sp Qtrs. 3 cl, 1 rec, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: Gen Biol T120 recommended. 
T222 Introduction to Animal Science
 An overall look at the livestock industry with regard to meat production and marketing.
 Au Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. 
 T222.01 Beef and Sheep Production I U 4
  An overview of the ruminant meat animals, their needs, our need for them, and the opportunities involved in their production.
 T222.02 Swine Production I U 4
  Basic principles of management and production of a swine breeding and feeding operation.
T223 Judging Meat Animals U 5
 Principles of live animal selection and carcass evaluation of beef, sheep and swine.
 Sp Qtr. 3 cl, 3 rec, 2 3-hr labs. 
T224 Livestock Nutrition
 A study of the fundamental nutrient needs of an animal.
 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. 
 T224.01 Beef and Sheep Nutrition U 4
  A study of the fundamental nutrient needs of beef and sheep and their relation to nutrient content of feedstuffs.
  Au Qtr. Prereq: T221 or T210 or T222.01 or T224.02; eligible for Gen Math T140 or Math 104. Repeatable.  
 T224.02 Swine Nutrition U 4
  The principles of swine nutrition: digestion, feedstuffs, and limiting ingredients.
  Wi, Sp Qtrs. Repeatable.  
T225 Principles of Livestock Health U 4
 The study of immunology, the prevention and treatment of common pathogenic diseases and other factors influencing animal health in contemporary livestock operations.
 Wi Qtr. 3 cl, 1 2-hr lab. 
T226 Cattle and Sheep Pregnancy, Parturition and Newborn Care U 2
 Processes and procedures involved in fetal development, pregnancy detection, parturition and associated obstetrics and care of newborn.
 Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr labs. 
T240 Principles of Animal Nutrition U 4
 A study of the nutrient needs of farm animals and the principles/practices involved in providing balanced rations of various feedstuffs to meet these needs.
 Au, Wi Qtrs. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T221 or Anim Sci 200; Gen Math T140 or Math 104 or Math Placement level M or N or L. 
T245 Genetic Principles for Farm Animal Improvement U 5
 Principles of inheritance and the genetic improvement of farm animals through cellular, qualitative, and population genetics; utilizing breeding value, selection, and mating systems.
 Wi Qtr. 3 cl, 1 2-hr recitation, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: Gen Biol T120 or Biology 113; Gen Math T140 or Math 104 or Math Placement level M or N or L. Industry applications presented in species specific recitations for beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, and swine. 
T252 Dairy Cattle Health U 4
 Study of dairy cattle health, including disease recognition, treatment, and prevention programs, and its relationship to growth, performance, and reproduction.
 Sp Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. 
T254 Dairy Cattle Feeding Management U 3
 Principles of dairy cattle feeding management with emphasis on the critical evaluation and formulation of rations in current management situations.
 Wi Qtr. 2 cl, 1 rec, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T240. 
T255 Dairy Facilities and Equipment U 3
 Design and management of dairy cattle facilities and associated equipment emphasizing animal handling and housing, environmental control, milking centers, feeding systems, waste management, and utilities.
 Sp Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr rec, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T201 and Gen Math T140 or Math 104 or math placement level M or N or L. 1- or 2-day field trips to dairy farms, may include Saturdays. 
T257 Applied Dairy Herd Management U 5
 Experiences in applying, directing, and evaluating dairy herd management procedures and practices at the Ohio State ATI dairy farm.
 Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Prereq: T201, T202, T203, T240, T245 or concur, T252 and permission of instructor. Students may not enroll for more than 15 credits while taking this course. A grade of C or better is required to meet graduation requirements. 
T258 Integrated Dairy Farm Business Management U 5
 The study of dairy farm business management integrating financial principles and strategy with husbandry practices; emphasis placed on analysis and problem-solving.
 Wi Qtr. 2 1.5-hr cl, 1 1.5-hr rec, 2 2-hr labs. Prereq: Bus Tec T101 or T102 and T151 or Agr Econ 200, 2nd yr standing and a minimum of 15 cr hrs in amnl tec course work. 
T261 Farriering U 3
 Study of anatomy and physiology of the equine hoof; proper care of the hoof, gait analysis, and shoeing principles.
 Sp Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: T221 recommended. 
T262 Equine Exercise Science U 4
 The study of conditioning the equine athlete using the basic principles of exercise physiology, energetics, kinetics, and sports medicine.
 Sp Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T211, T214; T221 recommended; T289.04 concurrent. 
T264 Horse Health U 3
 Survey of the health and soundness of a horse and its relationship to growth, performance, and reproduction with emphasis on a horse health program.
 Au Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr lab. 
T265 Horse Facilities Management U 3
 A study of the functional requirements, design development operation, and maintenance of horse housing and training facilities.
 Sp Qtr. 2 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T211, Bus Tec T101 or T102. 
T266 Horse Breeding and Selection U 3
 Introductory principles of equine breeding management with emphasis on applied equine reproductive physiology, breeding methods, breeding stock management, and basic genetics.
 Wi Qtr. 2 cl, 1 2-hr lab. Prereq: T221 or Gen Biol T120 or Biology 113, recommended. 
T267 Advanced Horsemanship and Equitation U 3
 Advanced equitation with an emphasis on competitive riding and showing.
 Wi Qtr. 1 cl, 2 3-hr labs. Prereq: T213 with a grade of C or better; concur T289.04 or T292.04. 
T268 Horse Training
 Students may enroll in both decimal subdivisions; however only one course will count toward graduation requirements. 
 T268.01 Saddle Horse Training U 4
  A study of the principles, theory, and procedures involved with the training of horses from halter breaking to a finished performer.
  Sp Qtr. 2 cl, 2 2-hr labs. Prereq: T211, T267 with a grade of C or better; concur T289.04 or T292.04. 
T269 Equine Reproduction Management U 4
 Advanced principles of equine breeding management with emphasis on applied equine reproductive physiology, genetic inheritance, management of problem mares and stallions, and applied breeding technology.
 Sp Qtr. 3 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T211 and T266; concur T289.04 or T292.04. 
T274 Beef Production II U 5
 Advanced principles of management of a beef breeding and feedlot enterprise, coordinating production programs and evaluating economic performance.
 Sp Qtr. 4 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T222.01 or Anml Sci 200; T225, T240, and T245 or concur. 
T276 Sheep Production U 5
 Study of the management, health, feeding, breeding, housing, and marketing of sheep.
 Wi Qtr. 4 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T222.01 
T277 Swine Production II U 5
 Advanced principles of management of a swine breeding and feeding enterprise, coordinating production programs, and evaluating economic performance.
 Sp Qtr. 4 cl, 1 3-hr lab. Prereq: T222.02 
T289 Practicum in Animal Industries
 Practical experience in supervised animal laboratories with emphasis on developing and improving competencies related to classroom activities and career objectives.
 Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Each decimal subdivision is repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs. A grade of C or better is required to meet graduation requirements. 
 T289.01 Beef/Sheep Production and Management U 1-2
  Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T289.02 Swine Production and Management U 1-2
  Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T289.03 Dairy Cattle Production and Management U 1-2
  Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T289.04 Horse Production U 1-2
  Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
T290 Animal Industries Internship
 Employment in the animal industry structured to provide varied occupational experiences; supervised by an industry employer, and coordinated by faculty.
 Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Each decimal subdivision is repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs. A grade of C or better is required to meet graduation requirements. 
 T290.01 Beef/Sheep Production and Management U 3-6
  Prereq: T222.01, 2 cr hrs of T289.01, 2.00 CPHR or above, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T290.02 Swine Production and Management U 3-6
  Prereq: T222.02, 2 cr hrs of T289.02, 2.00 CPHR or above, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T290.03 Dairy Cattle Production and Management U 3-6
  Prereq: 2.00 CPHR or above and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
 T290.04 Horse Production and Management U 3-6
  Prereq: T211, 2 cr hrs of T289.04, 2.00 CPHR or above, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 7 cr hrs.  
T292 Practical Leadership in Animal Industries
 Leadership experience in supervised animal laboratories with emphasis on personnel and enterprise management.
 Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Each decimal subdivision is repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs. A grade of C or better is required to meet graduation requirements. 
 T292.01 Beef/Sheep Production and Management U 1-2
  Prereq: T289.01 and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs.  
 T292.02 Swine Production and Management U 1-2
  Prereq: T289.02 and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs.  
 T292.03 Dairy Cattle Production and Management U 1-2
  Prereq: T289.03 and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs.  
 T292.04 Horse Production and Management U 1-2
  Prereq: T289.04 and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 cr hrs.  
T293 Individual Studies U 1-5
 Designed to give students an opportunity to pursue special studies not otherwise offered.
 Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.  This course is graded S/U. 
T294 Group Studies U 2-5
 Group studies for students in specialized programs.
 Arr. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.  
T295 Seminar
 Current trends, issues, and technology in animal industries.
 Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Each decimal subdivision is repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U. 
 T295.02 Technology and Development in Animal Industries U 1-5
  In-depth study of the latest technology and developments in animal industries.
  Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs.  This course is graded S/U.