Core/Elective Course

Animal Science I (HAG2371B)

Animal Science I is an introductory course in animal husbandry. This course will give the students general animal science skills. This course will provide the students with the basic education to successfully complete advanced animal science courses. It will discuss basic animal physiology, digestion, reproduction and genetics. It is highly recommended that Animal Science I be taken prior to the Veterinary Science, Equine Science and advanced Animal Science courses. Upon completion of this course, students will have excellent basic animal science skills that will lead to successful completion of upper-level animal science courses.

This is a Cognia Accredited course.

NOTICE: NDCDE has multiple courses listed under this course (MIS03) code. For North Dakota students, it is consequently advised to consult with a school counselor regarding the course's applicability toward a Career and Technical Education scholarship eligibility under NDCC 15.1-21-10. Public school students should consult their counselor at their local school. Homeschool and NDCDE diploma students may contact Jocelyn Kolle at jocelyn.kolle@k12.nd.us for assistance.

Partner Alliance

This course offering is made possible through an alliance with ND CDE and the Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences.

Course Syllabus

This computer generated PDF syllabus provides an exact outline of all topics and assignments presented to the student.

North Dakota State Course Codes (MIS03)

This is a single semester (0.5 credit) course. The MIS03 code for this course is: 01081

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

This course meets standards for the Career and Technical Education graduation requirement. Click here for details.

Course Duration and Extension

This course is designed to be completed in a 20 week semester. Students may extend the time for completion to 40 weeks by re-purchasing the course as a Course Extension before the end of the 20 week enrollment.

Computer Requirements for Online Courses

This is an online course. Click here to view minimum computer requirements. Phones, tablets, and other computing devices, while they may work for some NDCDE services, are not supported for submitting assignments, posting discussions, or taking assessments.

MIS03 Code: 01081
Mode of Instruction: Asynchronous
Course Maximum Completion Length: 140 Days (20 Weeks, 0 Days)
Course Syllabus: LMS Generated PDF File