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The
Animal Science curriculum requires 128 credits and leads to a Bachelor
of Science degree. A detailed listing of required
courses may be found in the Cook College section of the 2005-2007
Rutgers-New Brunswick Undergraduate Catalog (pp. 282-284). Course
offerings in the Animal Science curriculum are listed. A suggested
sequence to complete option requirements is provided.
Three options are available
in the Animal Science major:
ANIMAL INDUSTRIES Instruction and practical
experience in animal science (selection, breeding/reproduction, nutrition,
physiology, behavior) and appropriate courses in business provide students
the basic knowledge and skills to manage commercial or research enterprises
in the livestock (dairy, beef, poultry, sheep, swine) and horse industries,
or careers in related/supporting fields such as animal care, breed associations,
feed industry, health care products, zoos or wildlife preserves.Within
the Animal Industries option, students may select one of the following
three specializations:
Animal Agribusiness. A strong background in animal science and
agribusiness management prepares students for careers in sales, management
and technical support with companies serving the animal sector.
Livestock Production and Management. Course work and practical
experience provide students knowledge and skills to manage commercial
and research animal units. Students may choose to specialize by taking
advanced courses at cooperating universities
(i.e., dairy science at Pennsylvania State University or poultry science
at the University of Delaware).
Equine Science. Both academic and hands-on experience with horses
are provided. Students may participate in nutrition, physiology, and exercise
research studies with department faculty, who are also affiliated with
the Equine Science Center. The
science of horse management is emphasized. Additional
equine courses may be taken at Delaware Valley College.
LABORATORY ANIMAL SCIENCE Instruction and
practical experience in this option emphasize the use and care of laboratory
animals for research. Many graduates choose careers in animal care programs,
research laboratories of biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies located
in New Jersey and nationally.
PREVETERINARY MEDICINE/RESEARCH Rigorous
instruction and experience are provided in the biological/molecular/animal
sciences in preparation for further education in medical or graduate studies.
This option fulfills academic course requirements of most U.S. veterinary
colleges. Students completing this option may also enter medical or dental
schools, or pursue graduate studies leading to advanced degrees (i.e.,
M.S., Ph.D.).