Animal Sciences

Critical analysis of the scientific literature and demonstration of effective oral presentation skills tailored to the target audience, with use of information technologies as needed. Prereq: Grad standing. Not open to students with credit for FdScTe 7899 or HumnNtr 7899 (895). Cross-listed in FdScTe and HumnNtr.

Biochemical functions, absorptions, transport, utilization, interrelationships and nutritional requirements of selective vitamins and minerals in higher vertebrates and humans. Prereq: Coursework in Biochemistry or Vertebrate Physiology. Not open to students with credit for FdScTe 7762 or HumnNtr 7762. Cross-listed in FdScTe or HumnNtr.

Functional principles of the major endocrine systems in vertebrates and preparation for research in this area. Prereq: Biochem 4511, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for Kinesio 7730. Cross-listed in Kinesio.

Addresses the advanced principles of animal growth and development as the food animal industries continue to emphasize more efficient growth rates and acceptable meat quality. Specific information will be focused on the structure and function of muscle, bone, and adipose tissues, and the interaction among nutrition, hormones, exercise, heredity and disease. Prereq: 3100, 3105, or permission of instructor.

Study methods used in the quantification of biological processes and the integration of research results and knowledge into quantitative methods. Prereq: Stat 5301 or equiv, or permission of instructor.