4/20/2024 6:12:32 AM	ANSCI 51 Course Outline as of Fall 2010	New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  ANSCI 51	Title:  ANAT & PHYS FARM ANIMALS
Full Title:  Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals
Last Reviewed:5/8/2017

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	2.50		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	43.75
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	1.50		8 min.	Lab Scheduled	26.25
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	4.00			Contact Total	70.00
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  87.50

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
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Catalog Description:

An introduction to the fundamental  structure and function of four-legged farm animals.  Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of anatomy and physiology of different farm animal species.  Discussion will include tissues, organs, and body systems which make up the farm animal, so the information can be applied to their daily care and management.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

An introduction to the fundamental  structure and function of four-legged farm animals.  Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of anatomy and physiology of different farm animal species.  Discussion will include tissues, organs, and body systems which make up the farm animal, so the information can be applied to their daily care and management.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2010	Inactive:	Fall 2023
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of basic cell biology.

2.  Define terminology used in large animal veterinary practice.

3.  Identify normal anatomy and physiology of farm animals.   

4.  Describe the function of the major organ systems.

5.  Recognize and identify various tissues and bones when presented with them.

Topics and Scope

1.    Introduction

      a.  Word structure, roots, prefixes, suffixes, and combinations

      b.  Body planes and cavities and application of directional terms.

      c.  Overview of body structure and organization defined in terms of anatomy and physiology of the tissues, organs, and organ systems.

      d.  Animal Health Careers

2.    Biology of the cell

       a.  Organelles

      b.  Cell membranes and osmosis

3.    Support and movement

      a.  Integument

      b.  The Skeletal System:

            i.      Function of bones

           ii.      Microscopic anatomy and formation of bone

           iii.      Axial skeletal bones

          iv.      Appendicular skeletal bones

           v.      Ossification

          vi.      Fractures and fracture healing

          vii.      Other pathological conditions

      c.  The Joints:

            i.      Joints structure

           ii.      Classification of joints

          iii.      Pathology of joints and related structures

      d.  The Muscular System:

            i.      Microscopic anatomy of muscle cells

           ii.      Major types of muscle in the body

               1)  Skeletal muscle

               2)  Smooth muscle

               3)  Cardiac muscle

           iii.      Major flexor and extensor muscle groups in the body

           iv.      Muscle Contraction

4.    Cardiovascular System

      a.  Heart

             i.      Anatomy

           ii.      Regulation of cardiac function

      b.  Major arteries and veins

       c.  Major lymph nodes

5.    The Respiratory System:

      a.  Thoracic cavity and lungs

      b.  Structures and functions

      c.  Respiratory gases

      d.  Regulation of respiration

6.    The Digestive System:

      a.  Dental anatomy

      b.  Accessory glands

      c.  GI tracts

             i.      Simple stomached animals

            ii.      Hind gut fermenters

           iii.      Ruminants

      d.  Regulation of metabolism

7.    The Urinary System:

      a. Kidneys

      b.  Ureters, urinary bladder and urethra

      c.  Micturation

      d.  Regulation of acid-base balance

8.    Endocrine System:

      a.  Hormones

            i.      Origin

            ii.      Function

           iii.      Receptors

      b.  Positive and negative feedback mechanisms

9.    Immune System

      a.  Organs, tissues, and cells

      b.  Inflammation

      c.  Specific immune system responses

      d.  Allergic reactions

10.  The Reproductive System:

      a.  Male reproductive structures and function

      b.  Female reproductive structures and functions

      c.  Process by which ova and sperm are made

      d.  Gestation, parturition and lactation

           i.      Length

           ii.      Placental types

           iii.      Udder

        e.  Heat cycles

11.  Eye

       a.  Anatomy

      b.  Physiology of the visual pathway

12.  Ear

      a.  Anatomy

      b.  Physiology of the auditory pathway

13.  The Nervous System:

      a.  Neurons and synapses

      b.  Central nervous system

            i.      Anatomy of the brain

           ii.      Anatomy of the spinal column

      c.  Peripheral nervous system

      d.  Autonomic nervous system

      e.  Enteric nervous system

14.  Large Animal Health Clinic

      a.  Lab tests

       b.  Pharmacology

            i.      Terminology

           ii.      Routes of medication administration

         iii.      Prescription format.

Assignments:

1.  Reading in text and handouts.

2.  Writing assignments: reading reports, worksheets, study guide, class notes.

3.  Quizzes (2-6), midterms and final.

4.  Laboratory dissection and accompanying reports.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 10 - 20%
Writing assignments, lab reports
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 10 - 20%
Laboratory dissection reports
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 10 - 20%
Laboratory dissection performances
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 60 - 70%
Quizzes, midterm, and final
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 5%
Attendance and participation

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians, by Dennis M. McCurnin D.V.M.M.S., Publisher: W B Saunders, 2005 (Classic)

 

Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals, 5th Edition by Frandson, R.  Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia, PA  1992  (Classic)

 

Spurgeon's Color Atlas of Large Animal Anatomy:  The Essentials, by McCracken, Robert Kainer, Thomas Spurgeon.  Blackwell Publishing.  2006

 

Anatomy of Domestic Animals, 7th Edition, by Pasquini, Spurgeon. Sudz Publishing 1989 (Classic)

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