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College of Agriculture
> Dept. of Animal & Range Sciences
Department of Animal and Range Sciences
Undergraduate Degrees
Two majors are offered: (1) Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology and (2) Animal
Science. An advisor is assigned to each student and will aid
the student in developing their own curriculum to fit
the desired outcome.
Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology
Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology is concerned with managing the soil-plant-animal
complex on rangelands. Students acquire an understanding
of grazing and other land uses within the framework
of total resource management. The curricula, administered
by the Department of Animal and Range Sciences, includes
course work in basic and applied plant and animal sciences,
and wildland management.
Additionally a B.S. in Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology prepares students
for employment with state and federal land management agencies. Other
career opportunities include range livestock production,
land resource consulting and general agriculture.
Degree Options in Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology
The Rangeland Ecology and Management Option emphasizes the interactions between natural resources and using rangelands for sustainable livestock production. This opetion prepares students for careers in livestock production, allied industries, and agencies related to managing rangelands for livestock.
The Wildlife Habitat Ecology and Management Option offers students with an interest in wildlife habitat the opportunity to study a multidisciplinary approach to wildlife, livestock, and their habitats. Career opportunities in federal agencies are at a all-time high for students with bachelor degrees that emphasize habitat ecology and management.
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Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology (NRRE) Minor — A minor is a secondary area of academic specialization. A minor in NRRE can serve as an excellent complement to several other majors offered at MSU to expand career opportunities.
Animal Science
 The
animal science curricula are administered by the Department
of Animal and Range Sciences. The curricula in animal
science provide students with a firm foundation in the
biological and natural sciences, animal breeding, reproductive
physiology, nutrition and livestock production and management.
Applications to production environments of the western
United States are emphasized, including the close relationships
among livestock, rangeland and natural resources. Three
options are offered leading to a B.S. in Animal Science.
Proper use of restricted electives allows students to
tailor curricula to meet their individual needs.
- The Livestock Management & Industry
Option (ASLV) stresses the application of
science to livestock production, incorporating courses
in agricultural economics and business. Emphasis is
placed on the application of the principles of economics,
range science, genetics, physiology and nutrition
in sustainable livestock production systems and business
and management skills as they relate to livestock
enterprises and service industries closely allied
to livestock production. It is designed to allow flexible
course work choices to prepare graduates to manage
livestock enterprises or for employment with companies
producing and marketing livestock, animal feeds and
health products, as well as employment with a variety
of communication and service organizations such as
breed associations, commodity groups, livestock publications
and government agencies.
- The Science Option (ASSE) emphasizes
greater depth in the basic sciences and is designed
for highly motivated students who have a strong interest
in graduate training or professional school. Individual
curricula can be tailored to provide excellent preparation
for veterinary school, medical school, or graduate
studies in animal biotechnology, physiology, nutrition
or genetics.
- Equine Science Option (ASEQ) emphasizes science and technology to prepare students for employment in the equine industry. Graduates of this program will have a firm foundation in reproduction, nutrition, management of facilities and land, as well as in the allied industries such as sales, feed, tack and equipment. Students can tailor their program for more emphasis in science, business, or range. Students also can combine this science–based program with the practical aspects of horsemanship and training.
- Animal Science Minor A minor is
a secondary area of academic specialization. A minor
in Animal Science,can serve as an excellent complement
to several other majors offered at MSU and to expand
career opportunities.
 Undergraduate
Entomology Coursework
Montana State University does not offer an undergraduate
degree in Entomology. Entomology courses are taught in Animal &
Range Sciences, Land Resources & Environmental Sciences,
and Biology Departments. Students interested in entomology
can take these courses as electives in the option in
which they are enrolled.
- Entomology
course offered through the Animal & Range Sciences
Department:
- ARNR 410 Veterinary Entomology
This course will provide an overview of the importance of arthropods and their effects on human and animal health. Topics covered will include classification and identification of insects, mites, and ticks, basic biology, behavior and ecology, feeding mechanisms, pathogen transmission, vector competency, production impacts, integrated management and prevention. Prerequisite: BIOL 101, ENTO 204.
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