Swine Course Offerings

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The animal science department offers two swine-related courses. The first, ASCI 222 - Systems of Swine Production, is a required course for all animal science students. ASCI 222 introduces students to swine management systems and the science of swine reproduction, nutrition, health care, and genetic selection. Students also learn hands-on skills in swine management, behavior, and veterinary care. The second course, ASCI 350 - Applied Nonruminant Nutrition, includes the influence of growth curves, consumption patterns, and feeding management in commercial swine industries in its course topics.