(3 crs.) Animal industry's role in world and national economy; inheritance, growth, physiology, nutrition, and diseases of domestic animals and poultry; geographic distribution and marketing of animal products. (Lec. 3/Online) (A1)

(1 cr.) Laboratory and demonstrations of principles of the animal industries. (Lab. 2) Pre: credit or concurrent enrollment in 101. Restricted to AVS majors.

(1 cr.) Overview of the animal and veterinary sciences and the fields they encompass. Student projects, presentations, and field trips. (Seminar) Pre: AVS 101. Open only to freshmen.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS) BIO122. Develop foundational skills in science by conducting research on sharks and whales. (Lec. 3, Lab. 1) Pre: First semester freshmen from AVS, BIO, or Marine Biology majors only.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AFS), AVS, PLS 132G. Food is essential to life, and a foundation of civilization. This course will explore agriculture's history, culture, and practices world-wide, and challenge students to develop sustainable agricultural practices. (Lec. 3/Online) (A2) (GC)

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AFS), AVS, PLS 132H. Honors Section of AFS/AVS/PLS 132: Sustainable Agriculture, Food Systems, and Society. (Lec. 3/Online) Pre: 3.40 overall GPA. (A2) (GC)

(3 crs.) Nutrition, reproduction, behavior, and management of companion animals. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 101.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS) AFS205X, SAF205X. Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to make sound financial decisions in small agriculture-related businesses. Understand how agriculture businesses are financed, insured and taxed, and how agricultural products are marketed. (Lec. 3)

(3 crs.) Principles and practices of feeding farm animals, nutrient requirements, physiology of digestion, identification and comparative value of feeds, computer calculation of rations for livestock. (Lec. 2, Lab. 2) Pre: AVS 101 and 102.

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS) AFS222. Introduces the science of animal welfare and the study of animal ethics. Focus on domestic, companion and laboratory species. (Lec. 3) Pre: Completed or concurrently enrolled in AVS101 and AVS102. (A1) (GC)

(2 crs.) Principles and practical application of livestock selection and evaluation. Emphasis will be placed on the concepts of selection, evaluation of performance data, and visual appraisal of livestock. (Lec. 1, Lab. 1) Pre: AVS 101 and AVS 102.

(4 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS), PLS 275. An introduction to managing livestock and grasslands to promote animal health and increase food and fiber supplies while sustaining land productivity, promoting ecosystem function, and maintaining farm economic viability. Lec. 3, Lab 2) Pre: AVS 101 and 102 or permission of instructor.

(1 cr.) Cross-listing as (AFS), AVS, BIO 291. Overview of the general operations of a scientific laboratory, commonly used scientific infrastructure, equipment and skills to prepare students for working in professional laboratories. (Lab. 1, Online) Pre: Sophomore standing; permission of instructor. The course is not for lab credit for B.S. Biological Sciences & B.S. Marine Biology.

(1 cr.) Extended field trip to dairy farms and dairy-related businesses with students and faculty from other New England land-grant universities. The course includes discussion sessions, case study, problem solving, and journal reports with student presentations. (Lab. 1) Pre: AVS323 or permission of instructor. S/U Only.

(1 cr.) Readings, reports, lectures, and discussions on scientific topics in animal and veterinary science. Subject matter adapted to student and faculty interest. (Seminar) Pre: junior or senior standing.

(3 crs.) Hands-on course in advanced animal handling and management skills needed to maintain animal health and productivity. Students will use software currently used in the animal industry. Fields trips required. (Lec. 1, Lab. 2) Pre: AVS 101 and AVS 102 and either AVS 323 or AVS 324.

(3 crs.) Principles of care and management of domesticated ruminant animals including dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, and goats. Emphasis on the production methods of the animal industries. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 101.

(3 crs.) Principles of the care and management of domesticated monogastric animals with emphasis on swine and poultry. Emphasis will be given to modern production methods. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 101.

(3 crs.) Principles of the care and management of exotic household pets including birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals. Anatomy/physiology, handling, enclosure setup, daily care, nutrition and disease prevention will be covered. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 101 or permission of instructor.

(3 crs.) Principles of selection, breeding, feeding, management, behavior, health and welfare of horses. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 101

(3 crs.) Experts discuss zoo animal care and the role of zoos in modern society with an emphasis on education, conservation, and research. Held at Roger Williams Park Zoo; additional costs apply. (Lec. 3) Pre: BIO 101 and 102 and sophomore standing or above.

(3 crs.) Fundamentals of anatomy and physiology of domesticated animals. (Lec. 3) Pre: BIO 101 or 110, or CHM 101 or CHM 103.

(3 crs.) Specific diseases of avian and mammalian species; etiology, symptoms, and control. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 331.

(1 cr.) The fundamental anatomy of domestic animals is examined. Demonstrations of physiological principles are performed. Laboratory techniques for screening physiological function in vivo and in vitro are covered. (Lab. 2) Pre: credit or concurrent enrollment in 331.

(3 crs.) Explores approaches for objectively assessing and interpreting the function and causes of animal behavior to improve animal care and management. (Online) Pre: AVS 331.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed (AVS), BIO372. Morphology and physiology of endocrine glands. Roles of hormones in regulation of body processes. Discussion of all endocrine organs and relationship of endocrine and nervous systems. (Lec. 3) Pre: BIO201 or BIO222 or AVS331

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS), ENT 390. Introduction to the study of human diseases carried by wildlife (zoonoses), including surveillance, epidemiology, transmission, public health impact, and prevention. Interdisciplinary approach with emphasis on problem solving using real-life examples. (Lec. 3)

(3 crs.) Honors Section of ENT/AVS 390: Wildlife and Human Disease. Cross-listed as (AVS), ENT 390. Introduction to the study of human diseases carried by wildlife (zoonoses), including surveillance, epidemiology, transmission, public health impact, and prevention. Interdisciplinary approach with emphasis on problem solving using real-life examples. (Lec. 3) Pre: Overall GPA of 3.4 or higher.

(1 cr.) Complement and enrich a zoo or aquarium internship experience through discussions, evaluations of progress, and completion of a capstone project that connects prior academic experience to a concurrent internship. (Practicum) Pre: AVS 327 and credit or concurrent enrollment in AVS 399. Permission of instructor. S/U only.

(1-12 crs.) This 1-12 credit course offers students the opportunity to gain “real-world” exposure and supervised experience related to the AVS major, specific field of study or career interests. Students will integrate theories learned in the classroom with experiential activities acquired through direct involvement in on/off-campus internship opportunities. Students will develop professional skills in preparation for future employment or graduate school studies. (Practicum) Pre: Students must have completed one semester at URI with a GPA above 2.0 and be a current or prospective AVS major or minor; cannot be counted for concentration credit in AVS; or by permission of instructor. May be taken up to 4 times for a max of 12 credits. S/U only.

(4 crs.) Students integrate knowledge of husbandry with business/accounting principles, site-planning, assistance programs, and labor management of a small farm. Farm design, machinery skills, feed calculations, manure, and people management. (Lec. 3, Lab. 1) Pre: AVS102, AVS275; Completed or concurrent enrollment in AVS304, AVS332, AVS212 or AVS412, AVS323 or AVS324; senior standing or by permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AVS), NFS, SAF 404. Scientific analysis of animal and human health and nutrition in various food systems. Interdisciplinary discussion on food systems and sustainability. (Lec. 3) Pre: Senior in good standing or permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit. (D1) (B4)

(3 crs.) Principles of animal nutrition, metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; mineral and vitamin requirements; nutritive requirements for maintenance, growth, reproduction, lactation, and work. (Lec. 3/Online) Pre: junior standing or above. Not for graduate credit.

(3 crs.) Scientific methods for the genetic improvement of domesticated animals. Genetic variation and expected results of different types of selection and mating systems. (Lec. 3) Pre: junior standing or above. In alternate years.

(2 crs.) Application of physiological and behavioral measures to assess zoo and aquarium animal welfare, with an emphasis on both currently applied and emerging science-based approaches. (Lec. 2) Pre: AVS 327, AVS 343. Not for graduate credit.

(3 crs.) Leading scientists discuss the natural history, anatomy, physiology, husbandry, behavior and conservation of marine mammals. Current research is emphasized. (Lec. 3) Pre: junior standing, and BIO 101 or 110, and 102 and permission of the instructor. Not for graduate credit. Special registration and fee are required. Contact Mystic Aquarium, Mystic, CT.

(3 crs.) An exploration of how marine mammals exploit aquatic environments, combining examination of research literature with experiential learning in lab and aquarium facilities locally and abroad. Travel required; additional costs apply. (Lec. 1, Lab. 2) Pre: Sophomore standing or above and a major in any department in CELS and permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit.

(3 crs.) Practical application of the study of animal behavior to improve animal management in farm, zoo, or research settings. Emphasis on research methods and science-based animal training techniques. (Lec. 3) Pre: AVS 343 or concurrent enrollment in AVS 343. Not for graduate credit. (D1)

(4 crs.) Management of laboratory animals with emphasis on animal biology, breeding, care, health, research use, and animal welfare. Laboratory animal applications in clinical studies and other selected topics. (Lec.3, Lab. 2) Pre: AVS 331 and 333.

(3 crs.) Theory and application of animal health practices required of paraprofessionals in a veterinary practice. The role of the veterinary assistant in a modern clinical practice will be emphasized. (Lec. 2, Lab. 3) Pre: AVS 331.

(3 crs.) Anatomy and physiology of reproduction, with emphasis on domestic animals. (Lec. 3) Pre: BIO 101 or 110, and AVS 331 or permission of instructor. (D1)

(1 cr.) Laboratory exercises in mammalian reproductive physiology encompassing whole animal applications and gamete techniques. Current assisted reproductive technologies and management schemes will be discussed. (Lab. 2) Pre: concurrent enrollment in AVS 472.

(1-3 crs.) Work that meets the individual needs of students in animal and veterinary science. (Independent Study) S/U grades only.

(1-3 crs.) Work that meets the individual needs of students in animal and veterinary science. (Independent Study) S/U grades only.

(1-3 crs.) Teaching experience for undergraduates through planning and assisting in Animal and Veterinary Science courses and laboratories. Not for concentration credit in AVS. (Practicum/Online) Pre: sophomore standing; for majors only; not for major credit in AVS; B or higher in course; permission of instructor. May be repeated up to 4 times for a maximum of 12 credits. Not for graduate credit. S/U only.

(2 crs.) Organization and development of instructional material and teaching methods for graduate teaching assistants in the life sciences. Emphasis on practice presentation in classroom/lab setting. (Lec. 2) Pre: graduate standing or permission of instructor for senior undergraduate.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (AFS), AVS 503. Mechanisms and causes of disease in homeothermic and poikilothermic vertebrates. Cell death, inflammation, infection, metabolic disorders, and neoplasis in relation to fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Effects of disease at the cellular, tissue, organ, and organismal levels with a medical orientation. (Lec. 3) Pre: BIO 201 or AVS 331.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (NFS), AVS 504. Scientific analysis of animal and human health and nutrition in various food systems. Interdisciplinary discussion on food systems and sustainability. (Lec. 3) Pre: graduate student in good standing or permission of instructor.

(1 cr.) Cross-listed as (BIO), CMB, AFS, AVS, PLS, NRS, LIB 508. Survey of biological literature including traditional methods of bibliographic control, contemporary information retrieval services, and the development of a personalized information system. (Sem. 1) Pre: graduate standing or permission of the instructor.

(3 crs.) Cross-listed as (CMB), AVS 538. Principles of epidemiology, interrelationships of host, environment, and agent in infectious diseases. (Lec. 3)

(3 crs.) Research problems to meet individual needs of graduate and honors students in the fields of animal breeding, nutrition, or physiology and food science. (Independent Study) Pre: permission of chairperson.

(3 crs.) Research problems to meet individual needs of graduate and honors students in the fields of animal breeding, nutrition, or physiology and food science. (Independent Study) Pre: permission of chairperson.

(1-6 crs.) Number of credits is determined each semester in consultation with the major professor or program committee. (Independent Study) S/U credit.