Agribusiness- Animal Science

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The Animal Science certificate prepares the student for an entry-level position in the livestock industry. Upon completion, the successful candidate will be able to formulate livestock rations, identify common diseases and select appropriate facilities for livestock handling. Marketing skills will be enhanced through the application of enterprise analysis and current commodity management tools.

For more information about the Agribusiness-Animal Science certificate, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/ag.

Required Courses

Semester 1

AGS 113 - Survey of the Animal Industry Credits: 3
AGS 242 - Animal Health Credits: 3
AGT 120 - Agricultural Appl in Biotech Credits: 3

Semester 2

AGS 319 - Animal Nutrition Credits: 3
AGS 323 - Animal Nutrition II Credits: 3
AGB 235 - Intro to Agricultural Markets Credits: 3

Option 1 Courses - Select 1 Course

AGB 802 - Agribusiness Internship I Credits: 2
AGS 225 - Swine Science Credits: 3
AGS 226 - Beef Cattle Science Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 20

These credits are applicable to the AAS degree in Agribusiness .