Applied Animal Science Technology, AAS

A15280

Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:

The Applied Animal Science Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in the production, processing and distribution of livestock, swine, and poultry and their products according to scientific principles essential to efficient and profitable operation.

Students should learn skills necessary for the operation of efficient and profitable livestock, swine, and poultry enterprises. Coursework includes production practices, animal health, nutrition, reproduction, and management.

Graduates should qualify for entry-level jobs as herd or flock managers, field service persons, feed salespersons, equipment salespersons, feed mill workers, and buyers of poultry and livestock, owners/operators, farm managers, department supervisors, field service representatives, and waste management technicians.

A program that prepares individuals to select, breed, care for, process, and market livestock and small farm animals. Potential course work includes instruction in basic animal science, animal nutrition, and animal health as applied to various species and breeds; design and operation of housing, feeding and processing facilities; and related issues of safety, applicable regulations, logistics, and supply.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Applied Animal Science program, a graduate should be able to:

  • Diagnose and treat animal health issues.
  • Perform calculations needed in the field of animal science.
  • Use computer skills effectively in the animal industry.
  • Communicate effectively.

Degree Awarded

The Associate in Applied Science Degree - Applied Animal Science Technology is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.

For More Information

The Applied Animal Science Technology program is in the Applied Technology Division. For more information, call (919) 739-6808 or visit us at our Web site at www.waynecc.edu.

Admissions

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A placement test in English, mathematics, reading, and computer skills may be required to determine entry-level courses that match individual needs.

First Step To Enroll:

Call the Admissions and Records Office at (919) 739-6720.

First Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ACA 111College Student Success
1

1

ANS 110Animal Science
3

3

ANS 140Swine Production
4

3

BIO 160Introductory Life Science
4

3

CIS 110Introduction to Computers
4

3

ANS 170Sheep & Goat Production
4

3

ENG 111Writing and Inquiry
3

3

Total Credit Hours:19

Second Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AGR 150Ag-O-Metrics
3

3

AGR 170Soil Science
4

3

ANS 120Beef Production
4

3

WBL 110World of Work
1

1

ENG 114Professional Research & Reporting
3

3

ACM 111Health Care for Animals
4

3

Total Credit Hours:16

Summer Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ANS 150Animal Health Management
3

3

ANS 230Poultry Management
3

3

 

WBL 112Work-Based Learning I
20

2

OR

WBL 111Work-Based Learning I
10

1

AND

WBL 121Work-Based Learning II
10

1

Total Credit Hours:8

Third Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
AGR 110Agricultural Economics
3

3

ANS 115Animal Feeds and Nutrition
4

3

ANS 130Poultry Production
4

3

ANS 141Swine Herd Management
2

2

BUS 151People Skills
3

3

Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:17

Fourth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ANS 180Equine Production
5

4

ANS 210Livestock Production Issues
3

3

ANS 213Animal Reproduction
4

3

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:13

Total Credit Hours: 73

Electives

Social/Behavioral Science Elective

Choose one course from the Social/Behavioral Science list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Choose one course from the Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits