10/31/2024 7:23:28 AM	ANSC 61 Course Outline as of Summer 2025	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  ANSC 61	Title:  LIVESTOCK FEED/NUTRITION
Full Title:  Livestock Feeding and Nutrition
Last Reviewed:4/5/2018

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		6 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
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  ANSCI 61

Catalog Description:

This course covers the science of animal nutrition, the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in both ruminants and non-ruminants, and basic functions of major nutrient classes. The nutritive value of feeds as they relate to the formulation of livestock rations, including by-product feeding, will be emphasized. Feed processing and nutrient requirements will also be discussed.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

This course covers the science of animal nutrition, the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in both ruminants and non-ruminants, and basic functions of major nutrient classes. The nutritive value of feeds as they relate to the formulation of livestock rations, including by-product feeding, will be emphasized. Feed processing and nutrient requirements will also be discussed.

(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 1981	Inactive:
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.  Explain the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in both ruminants and non-ruminants.

2.  Explain nutritive value of feeds and by-product feeding as they relate to the formulation of

    livestock rations.

Objectives:

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

1.  Identify the role of livestock feeding and its part in human nutrition.

2.  Identify cultural inputs that have shaped the livestock nutrition industry.

3.  Apply changing nutritional requirements based upon animal physiological development.

4.  Comprehend differences in digestive anatomy that contrast feeding practices.

5.  Demonstrate and comprehend animal behavior as it relates to feeding practices.

6.  Explain in a verbal and written format the role of nutrition in animal health and ultimately

     food safety.

7.  Collect and calculate data used in ration formulation.

8.  Define and recall biological and inorganic factors that impact the feeding and nutrition

     industry.

9 . Evaluate economic factors and trends in feeding.

10. Formulate rations with economic feasibility.

11. Identify various primary and by-product feeds, forms and processing techniques.

12. Analyze and comprehend various procurement strategies for feed stuff purchases.

13. Formulate balanced rations for livestock.

14. Identify career requirements and potential opportunities leading to

     successful employment.

Topics and Scope

I.  Concepts of Nutrition

    A. Historical advancements

    B. Animal nutrition and its role in society

II.   Feed Analysis and Source

    A. Protein

    B. Carbohydrates

    C. Fats

    D. Vitamins

    E. Minerals

    F. Water

III.  Animal Growth, Composition and Variability

    A. Water

    B. Energy

         1. Carbohydrates

         2. Fats

    C. Proteins

    D. Inorganic elements

    E. Vitamins

IV.  The Gastrointestinal Tract

    A. Types of gastrointestinal tracts:

         1. Ruminant

         2. Monogastric

         3. Modified mono gastric

    B. The role of G.I. secretions in the digestive process

    C. Digestion and absorption

    D. Transport of nutrients after catabolism

    E. Fecal and urinary excretions

V.   Nutrient Metabolism

    A. Water

    B. Carbohydrates

    C. Lipids

    D. Proteins and Amino Acids.

    E. Inorganic Minerals

         1. Macro or primary elements

         2. Micro or trace elements

         3. Toxic elements and symptoms

VI.   Applied Nutrition

    A. Feeding standards and productivity

    B. Feedstuffs

    C. Preparation and processing

    D. Ration formulations

    E. Non-caloric performance enhancers

VII.   Feeding Practices

    A. Beef cattle

    B. Dairy cattle

    C. Sheep

    D. Swine

    E. Horses

VIII.  Career Opportunities in Animal Sciences

 

All topics are covered in both the lecture and lab portions of the course.

Assignments:

Lecture-Related Assignments:

1. Read periodicals, handouts, and textbooks (20 pages per week)

2. One to two term papers (3 to 4 pages)

3. Quizzes (6 - 9)

4. Two Midterms

5. Final Exam

 

Lab-Related Assignments:

1. Worksheets (16--one per week)

2. Ration calculations problems

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 - 30%
Reports, lab worksheets, term papers
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 20 - 30%
Homework problems
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 10 - 30%
Ration calculations problems
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 30 - 60%
Quizzes, midterms, final
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 10%
Attendance and participation

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Animal Feeding and Nutrition. 11th ed. Jurgens, Marshall and Hansen, Stephanie and Coverdale, Jozie. Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company. 2012 (classic)

Church, D.C., Livestock Feeds and Feeding. 6th ed. Kellems, Richard and Church, David. Pearson. 2009 (classic)

Basic Animal Nutrition and Feeding. 5th ed. Pond, Wilson and Church, David and Pond, Kevin. John Wiley and Sons. 2004 (classic)

National Academy Press, NRC Pamphlets

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