Animal Production - Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Animal Production from Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a Campus Bachelor Animal Science degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. What will I study? The Animal Production specialization emphasizes the scientific application of genetics, reproductive physiology, nutrition, herd health, waste management, and business economics in the production of beef cattle, horses, dairy cattle and swine. The Animal Production specialization provides classroom instruction and real world hands-on experience with animals at the SIUC Livestock Centers on campus. Senior level courses in beef cattle management, swine management, dairy cattle management, and equine science assimilate all knowledge and skills learned in previous courses to prepare graduates for rewarding careers that range from livestock production and management to marketing, sales, and public relations to post graduate training in animal research, teaching, veterimary medicine and biotechnology. What facilities are at SIU? The Animal Production specialization is supported by extensive facilities for several species of livestock . Every student has the opportunity to get involved in work, research labs, or class at the 2,000 acre farm system that is the core of the animal science teaching program. The SIUC farm has special centers for: * 75 brood cows, with cow-calf and feedlot operations * 75 head operating dairy * 45 head of horses for teaching, research and breeding * 100 crossbred sow farrow-to-finish operation * Beef Evaluation Center * High-technology feed mill with micro-nutrient mixing and ration formulation For additional information about the animal facilities, feel free to peruse our web site section on University Farms. What are my career opportunities? Career opportunities are excellent for Bachelor of Science graduates trained in Animal Production. An Animal Science major will allow you to combine your unique interests with your desire for an exciting and rewarding career. Animal Production graduates are prepared to: work directly with beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, or horse production and management; pursue careers in the multifaceted agribusiness industry; or further scientific interests with a career in research, veterinary medicine, or education What organizations can I join? Animal Science students have the opportunity to be involved in various student organizations including: Block and Bridle Club Pre-Veterinary Science Club Equestrian Team Horse Judging Team Alpha Zeta Alpha Gammo Rho Sigma Alpha Agbassadors View more details on Southern Illinois University Carbondale . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Animal Science courses.