Animal Science is a course that provides students with an overview of the field of animal science. All areas which the students study can be applied to large and small animals. Topics to be addressed include: anatomy and physiology, genetics, reproduction, nutrition, aquaculture, careers in animal science, common diseases and parasites, social and political issues related to the industry, and management practices for the care and maintenance of animals. This course may fulfill up to two credits of the state's minimum life science requirement for graduation. Prerequisite: Intro. to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resource or by permission of the teacher