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AMST 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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AMST 5959 - Enrichment Studies
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
A&S College Core 2015 Note: Credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
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AMST 5960 - Thesis Research
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Graduate level course designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrolled in a graduate degree program.
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AMST 5990 - Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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REWM 5200 - Hierarchical Model for Ecolog
Credits: 3
Application of hierarchical models to many different types of ecological observations for the purpose of estimating and explaining abundance and occupancy of animals in JAGS and R. Statistical exploration of many common survey designs (point counts, distance sampling, repeated observations of marked animals) that imperfectly record spatial and temporal variation in the abundance and distribution of wild populations. Use of simulated and real-world data sets to draw inference when dealing with missing data, changes in survey protocols, and imperfect detection.
Cross Listed ECOL 5200
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ANSC 1009 - Introduction to Animal Science for 4-H/Youth
Credits: 4
Introduction to the field of animal science, including meat and dairy products, nutrition, reproduction, breeding and genetics, livestock selection, and diseases and health of domestic livestock species, with application to the management of beef cattle, sheep and wool, dairy cattle, swine, and horses. Intended for high school undergraduates.
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ANSC 1010 - Introduction to Animal Science
Credits: 4
Introduction to the field of animal science, including meat and dairy products, nutrition, reproduction, breeding and genetics, livestock selection, and diseases and health of domestic livestock species, with application to the management of beef cattle, sheep and wool, dairy cattle, swine, and horses.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
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ANSC 1030 - Equine Management
Credits: 3
An overview of the horse industry and proper way to manage horses.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
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ANSC 1070 - Livestock Fitting and Showing
Credits: 1
Teaches fitting and showing techniques for domestic livestock. Students will have the opportunity to fit an animal of their choice and participate in the Little International Livestock Show at the Animal Science Livestock Center.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
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ANSC 1101 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: 3
USP 2015 Code U5FY
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ANSC 2010 - Domestic Animal Metabolism
Credits: 3
Integrates cellular and whole-animal metabolism through introduction to metabolic regulation. Introduces students to the nomenclature, structures and functions of cellular metabolites and vitamins. Knowledge of chemical structure will be applied to cellular reactions in various tissues of domestic animals. Ruminants and non-ruminants will be contrasted.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1000 .
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ANSC 2020 - Feeds and Feeding
Credits: 4
Nutrient classification and use, feed value, ration formulation and feeding domestic animals.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
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ANSC 2035 - Companion Animal Nutrition
Credits: 3
Nutrition and biology of digestion of companion/ pet animals. Fundamentals of nutrition and the nutrients, as well as appropriate terminology will be covered, with direct application to companion animals.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
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ANSC 2070 - Livestock Behavior and Handling
Credits: 2
Teaches basic behavior of livestock species including cattle, swine, sheep and goats. Apply knowledge to effectively learn humane handling techniques and facility design for low-stress management.
Prerequisite: ANSC 1010 .
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ANSC 3010 - Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals
Credits: 4
Teaches comparative anatomy and physiology of digestion, circulation, production, reproduction and environment of farm animals.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 1010 and LIFE 2022 , or concurrent registration with LIFE 2022 .
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ANSC 3100 - Principles of Animal Nutrition
Credits: 3
Description of the nutrients, nutrient digestion and absorption, and nutrient function within the body of various domesticated animals.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: CHEM 2300 or ANSC 2010 .
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ANSC 3150 - Equine Nutrition and Physiology
Credits: 3
Provides general knowledge of nutrition, physiology and biochemistry of exercise and reproductive processes of equine.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: 4 hours of biology.
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ANSC 3250 - Equine Behavior and Welfare
Credits: 3
To familiarize students with an equine interest about behavior, learning, and welfare issues associated with management and training of equine.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 1030 , ANSC 3150 .
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ANSC 3535 - Introduction to Wool Evaluation
Credits: 2
Objectively evaluate raw wool characteristics and quality determining factors across various wool grades and breed types. Particular emphasis will be given to how quality determining factors influence replacement selection and the end product produced. Competitive wool judging format will be used to enhance organizational skills, wool judging terminology, oral articulation skills.
Prerequisite: ANSC 1010 .
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ANSC 3540 - Collegiate Wool Judging
Credits: 1
Students representing the university in regional and national wool intercollegiate contests are selected from this course.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3535 .
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ANSC 3545 - Introduction to Livestock Evaluation
Credits: 3
Objectively evaluate livestock species including cattle, sheep, swine, and goats for both market and breeding standards. Improve communication skills and terminology through oral and written reasons. Gain an understanding of expected progeny differences and how they relate to selection and livestock production.
Prerequisite: FDSC 2040 or instructor approval.
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ANSC 3550 - Advanced Livestock Evaluation
Credits: 1‑2
Students representing the university in national and regional contests are selected from this course. Requires field trips.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3545 .
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ANSC 3555 - Equine Evaluation and Selection
Credits: 3
Objectively evaluate equine for performance and breeding purposes according to breed standards and or discipline. Emphasis will be placed on learning how conformation relates to overall function and longevity of equine. Competitive horse judging team criteria will be used to build organizational skills, equine terminology, and communication skills.
Prerequisite: ANSC 1010 and ANSC 1030 .
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ANSC 3560 - Advanced Equine Evaluation and Selection
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 3)
Objectively evaluate equine for halter and performance according to breed standards and or discipline. Competitive horse judging team criteria will be used to build organizational skills, equine terminology, and communication skills. Students will compete as members of the Collegiate Horse Judging Team and represent University of Wyoming at national horse judging competitions.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3555 .
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ANSC 3650 - Exploring Graduate Study in Animal Science
Credits: 1
Gives undergraduates the opportunity to explore graduate studies in Animal Science. Discussions center on graduate program searches, applications, and interviews as well as graduate student responsibilities and career possibilities. Undergraduates are paired with graduate student mentors, participate in data collection, and attend departmental seminars.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor, junior standing and 3.000 GPA or higher recommended
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ANSC 4050 - Animal Growth and Development
Credits: 3
Explores aspects of animal growth and development, with a focus on skeletal muscle, adipose, soft connective tissues, and bone. Addresses genetic, endocrine, nutritional, and environmental impacts on tissue development and growth.
Dual Listed ANSC 5050 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ANSC 4061 - Cell Signaling
Credits: 3
Cell signaling pathways in animal growth and development. Defines how cells respond to external stimuli. Includes: G-protein couple signaling, calcium signaling, growth factor associated signaling, redox signaling, lipid related signaling, and apoptosis.
Dual Listed ANSC 5061 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester of alternative years)
Prerequisite: MOLB 3610 or an equivalent biochemistry or cell biology course.
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ANSC 4100 - Nutritional Management
Credits: 3
Integration and application of the principles of nutrition. Addresses nutrient requirements, feed composition and nutritional value, in addition to feeding management strategies for various classes of farm animals. Provides practical nutritional experience through laboratory.
Dual Listed ANSC 5100 .
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 .
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ANSC 4111 - Equine Health and Disease
Credits: 3
To familiarize students with identification, prevention and treatment of diseases in horses through proper health management techniques.
Cross Listed PATB 4111.
Dual Listed ANSC 5111 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 1030 , ANSC 3150 .
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ANSC 4120 - Principles of Mammalian Reproduction
Credits: 4
Overview of the anatomy, physiology, endocrinology and biochemistry of reproductive processes in male and female mammals. Includes lecture and laboratory components.
Dual Listed ANSC 5120 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3010 OR ZOO 3115
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ANSC 4130 - Management of Reproduction
Credits: 3
Lecture-laboratory course. Introduces methods of manipulating reproduction within livestock management systems. Includes artificial insemination, diagnosis of pregnancy, induction and control of estrus and ovulation, induction of parturition, embryo transfer and control and prevention of diseases.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 4120 .
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ANSC 4132 - Equine Reproduction
Credits: 2
Introduces methods of manipulating reproduction within equine management systems. Includes artificial insemination, diagnosis of pregnancy, induction and control of estrus and ovulation, parturition, embryo transfer, and control and prevention of equine reproductive diseases.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 4120 and ANSC 1030
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ANSC 4150 - Physiology of Ruminant Digestion
Credits: 3
Anatomical structure, function and symbiotic relationship of ruminant digestive system.
Dual Listed ANSC 5150 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 .
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ANSC 4210 - Wool Structures and Properties
Credits: 2
Chemical structure and reactions of wool fiber, as well as physical properties as related to structure.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2300 or equivalent.
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ANSC 4220 - Advanced Beef Production and Management
Credits: 3
Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in beef production management schemes. Emphasizes analysis and decision making. Consists of two hours of lecture and two hours of lab, with approximately one-half of labs meeting at Animal Science Livestock Center.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 , ANSC 4120 , ANSC 4540 .
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ANSC 4230 - Advanced Sheep Production & Management
Credits: 3
Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in sheep production management schemes.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 , ANSC 4120 , ANSC 4540 .
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ANSC 4240 - Advanced Swine Production and Management
Credits: 3
Integrates animal breeding, nutrition and reproductive physiology in swine production management schemes. Consists of two hours of lecture and two hours of lab, with at least one-half of labs meeting at Animal Science Livestock Center.
Former Course Number [3330]
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 , ANSC 4120 , or ANSC 4540 .
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ANSC 4250 - Advanced Equine Production and Management
Credits: 3
A capstone course for students wanting to pursue a career in the equine industry with main focus on equine management. Business applications, health, facilities, and management will be explored in depth. Integrates equine breeding, nutrition, and reproductive physiology in equine production management schemes.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 1030 , ANSC 3100 , ANSC 4120 , and ANSC 4540 .
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ANSC 4260 - Mammalian Endocrinology
Credits: 3
Introduces principles of endocrinology, role of endocrine systems in regulating metabolism, growth, reproduction and lactation in mammals.
Dual Listed ANSC 5260 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3010 , ZOO 3115 , or equivalent.
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ANSC 4500 - Problems in Animal Science
Credits: 1‑3
Provides opportunity for students to conduct supervised research in breeding, genetics, management, nutrition and physiology.
Prerequisite: 6 hours in animal science and consent of instructor.
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ANSC 4540 - Principles of Animal Breeding
Credits: 3
Discusses genetic principles underlying animal improvement; introductory population genetics; heritability; systems of mating; and selection.
Dual Listed ANSC 5540 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: STAT 2050 or STAT 2070 .
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ANSC 4550 - Internship in Animal Science
Credits: 2
Provides opportunities to acquire experience in a field of interest to the student. Offers learning experiences that are difficult, if not impossible, to realize in classroom settings. Following off-campus educational experience, students are more able to evaluate potential career opportunities and select additional classes on-campus to complement career direction.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing; 2.500 GPA
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ANSC 4630 - Topics and Issues in Animal Science
Credits: 3
Writing-intensive course that focuses on writing projects related to current topics and issues in animal science. Emphasizes writing skills, strategies, information gathering and critical judgment. Assignments include short and long papers, resumes, letters of transmittal, and oral presentations.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3WC
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: senior standing and COM2.
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ANSC 4900 - Undergraduate Teaching Practicum
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 4)
Participation of undergraduates in the teaching of ANSC or FDSC courses under the supervision of ANSC faculty/staff.
Prerequisite: junior standing and consent of instructor.
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ANSC 5050 - Animal Growth and Development
Credits: 3
Explores aspects of animal growth and development, with a focus on skeletal muscle, adipose, soft connective tissues, and bone. Addresses genetic, endocrine, nutritional, and environmental impacts on tissue development and growth.
Dual Listed ANSC 4050 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 .
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ANSC 5061 - Cell Signaling
Credits: 3
Cell signaling pathways in animal growth and development. Defines how cells respond to external stimuli. Includes: G-protein couple signaling, calcium signaling, growth factor associated signaling, redox signaling, lipid related signaling, and apoptosis.
Dual Listed ANSC 4061 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester of alternative years)
Prerequisite: MOLB 3610 or an equivalent biochemistry or cell biology course.
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ANSC 5100 - Nutritional Management
Credits: 3
Integration and application of the principles of nutrition. Addresses nutrient requirements, feed composition and nutritional value, in addition to feeding management strategies for various classes of farm animals. Provides practical nutritional experience through laboratory.
Dual Listed ANSC 4100 .
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 .
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ANSC 5111 - Equine Health and Disease
Credits: 3
To familiarize students with identification, prevention and treatment of diseases in horses through proper health management techniques.
Cross Listed PATB 5111.
Dual Listed ANSC 4111 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 1030 , ANSC 3150 .
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ANSC 5120 - Principles of Mammalian Reproduction
Credits: 4
In addition to attendance in the lecture component of this course, graduate students will be expected to participate in in-depth weekly discussions of the scientific literature and to prepare a research grant proposal on a specific topic.
Dual Listed ANSC 4120 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3010 or similar course.
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ANSC 5150 - Physiology of Ruminant Digestion
Credits: 3
The anatomical structure, function, and symbiotic relationship of the ruminant digestive system.
Dual Listed ANSC 4150 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 .
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ANSC 5180 - SAS Applications in Agriculture
Credits: 2
Use of PC Statistical Analysis (SAS) software for analysis of data generated using experimental designs common to the agricultural sciences. Course will emphasize applied programming and interpretation of results.
Prerequisite: STAT 5080 or equivalent.
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ANSC 5260 - Mammalian Endocrinology
Credits: 3
Introduction to the principles of endocrinology. The role of endocrine systems in regulating metabolism, growth, reproduction, and lactation in mammals are discussed.
Dual Listed ANSC 4260 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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ANSC 5300 - Stem Cell & Regenerative Bio.
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Stem cell types, cellular reprogramming, stem cell isolation and characterization, and generating stem cells for research and therapeutic purposes will be discussed. Practical goals are to gain an understanding of pioneering research in stem cell and regenerative biology, enhance presentation skills, critically evaluate primary literature, and develop grantsmanship skills.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
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ANSC 5510 - Mineral Metabolism
Credits: 3
Lectures on current mineral nutrition topics with student reports on recent journal articles.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 .
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ANSC 5540 - Principles of Animal Breeding
Credits: 3
Discusses genetic principles underlying animal improvement; introductory population genetics; heritability; systems of mating; and selection.
Dual Listed ANSC 4540 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
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ANSC 5550 - Investigations in Animal Nutrition
Credits: 2-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Special problems involving nutritional research with domestic or laboratory animals.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 and consent of instructor.
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ANSC 5620 - Wool Measurement Methods
Credits: 3
Theory and practice relating to routine and standard analytical fiber measurements.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3040 and STAT 2050 or consent of instructor.
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ANSC 5680 - Wool Problems Analysis
Credits: 1-5
Max Credit (Max. 10)
Scientific papers on assigned topics.
Prerequisite: STAT 2050 .
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ANSC 5770 - Lipid Metabolism
Credits: 3
An in-depth study of lipid metabolism and regulation of genes and enzymes involved in transport, synthesis, mobilization, and oxidation of lipids with application to ruminant and non-ruminant species as well as to humans.
Cross Listed FDSC 5770.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3100 or MOLB 3610 or FCSC 4145 .
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ANSC 5780 - Investigations in Animal Breeding
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Assigned problems involving genetic and physiological research with domestic or laboratory animals.
Prerequisite: ANSC 4540 .
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ANSC 5865 - Advanced Seminar in Nutrition
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 2)
Preparation and presentation of seminars on a variety of topics relating to animal nutrition, metabolism, and livestock production.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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ANSC 5870 - Reproductive Biology Seminar
Credits: 1
A graduate seminar designed to examine a variety of topics relating to the physiological processes of reproduction in mammals.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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ANSC 5880 - Advanced Topics
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Special topics will be offered based on interest of students and faculty. Credit hours are variable
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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ANSC 5890 - Advanced Seminar
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 6)
Preparation, presentation, and discussion of assigned reports. Invitational lectures by visiting guests.
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ANSC 5900 - Practicum in College Teaching
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 3)
Work in classroom with a major professor. Expected to give some lectures and gain classroom experience.
Prerequisite: graduate status.
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ANSC 5920 - Continuing Registration: On Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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ANSC 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus
Credits: 1-2
Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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ANSC 5959 - Enrichment Studies
Credits: 1-3
Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
A&S College Core 2015 Credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
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ANSC 5960 - Thesis Research
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrolled in a graduate degree program.
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ANSC 5961 - Graduate Project
Credits: 1-4
Max Credit (Max. 4)
Limited to those students enrolled in a Plan B graduate program. Students should be involved in non-course scholarly activities in support of the Plan B project.
Prerequisite: must be enrolled in Plan B program and have departmental approval.
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ANSC 5980 - Dissertation Research
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 48)
Graduate level course designed for students who are involved in research for their dissertation project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their dissertation.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate level degree program.
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ANSC 5990 - Internship
Credits: 1-12
Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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ANTH 1100 - Introduction to Biological Anthropology
Credits: 4
Basic concepts relating to the origin, evolution and biological nature of the human species.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3SB
USP 2015 Code U5PN
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ANTH 1101 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: 3
USP 2015 Code U5FY
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ANTH 1200 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Credits: 3
Introduction to foreign, especially non-western, cultures through anthropological concepts, films and ethnographies.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CS, U3G
USP 2015 Code U5H
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
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ANTH 1300 - Introduction to Archaeology
Credits: 3
Explores ways in which prehistoric material remains can provide an understanding of the cultural way of life. General background in archaeological method and theory is used to examine case studies from throughout the world, based on themes such as ceramic technology and artistry development, growth of early civilizations and North American prehistory.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CS, U3G
USP 2015 Code U5PN
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
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ANTH 1325 - Wyoming Archaeology
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Wyoming’s archaeological record spans 13,000 years, from stone tools left by Ice Age mammoth hunters to the wooden dwellings of native Shoshone Indians to the nation’s first trans-continental railroad. Through the tools of archaeology, students learn chronology, modes os subsistence, and material remains left by human cultures in Wyoming.
USP 2015 Code U5H
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ANTH 1450 - World Archaeology
Credits: 3
World Prehistory. Recommended for non-majors. A survey of the archaeology of Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and the Americas from the evolution of humans to the origins of agriculture to the rise of civilizations such as that of Egypt, China, and Mexico.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CS, U3G
USP 2015 Code U5H
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
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ANTH 2000 - Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
Credits: 3
Demonstrates the interrelationship of language, human biology, and culture at the introductory level. Linguistic anthropological methods and theories are used to examine linguistic behaviors used throughout the world.
USP 2003-2014 Code U3L
USP 2015 Code U5C2
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 , ANTH 1200 or ANTH 1300 .
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ANTH 2200 - World Culture
Credits: 3
Provides an understanding of cultural behavior of people in various geographical areas of the world. Students read ethnographies, cultural descriptions of societies, written by cultural anthropologists.
When Offered (Normally offered at least once a year)
USP 2003-2014 Code U3G, U3CS
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
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ANTH 2210 - North American Indians
Credits: 3
Comparative consideration of North American Indian culture areas at European contact period.
Cross Listed NAIS 2210 .
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)
USP 2003-2014 Code U3D
USP 2015 Code U3CS
A&S College Core 2015 ASD
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ANTH 2600 - Forgotten Africa: Intro to African Civilizations
Credits: 3
This survey course introduces students to African states and empires, dating from classical to modern times. The course challenges depictions of Africa as timeless and underdeveloped within contemporary narratives by highlighting the continent’s vibrant cultures, sophisticated technologies, dynamic and complex political systems and participation in long-distance trade.
Cross Listed HIST 2600 .
USP 2015 Code U5H
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ANTH 2700 - Introduction to Museology
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Introduces students to the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals in the areas of leadership and management, collections, exhibits, education and engagement, and security. Practice-based assignmenets, readings, discussions, field trips, and meetings with museum professionals will provide students with a solid understanding of key aspects central to the wrorking of all museums, regardless of the nature of the collection, and introduce students to abailable career parths in these institutions. Crosslisted between American Studies, Anthropoogy, Art and Art History and History.
Cross Listed AMST 2700 /ART 2700 /HIST 2700 .
USP 2003-2014 Code U3CH
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ANTH 2705 - Museology II
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
Introduces students to the history of museums, as well as major theoretical, legal and political challenges within museum studies. Students are encouraged to think beyond their specific disciplinary background to gain a greater appreciation for the lessons that can be learned from related disciplines and types of repositories, including larger ethical and cultural concerns that have been raised through the creation of modern museum standards. The combination of readings, discussion, and fieldtrips to a variety of museums/repositories will provide students a solid introduction to these themes Cross listed between Anthropology, History, American Studies and Art.
Cross Listed AMST/ART/HIST 2705
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ANTH 3015 - Introduction to the Music of the World’s Peoples
Credits: 3
Introduces music of the world’s peoples. Students actively study and document living musical traditions and hear, research and study music from a wide variety of geographical areas of the world.
Cross Listed MUSC 3015 .
USP 2003-2014 Code U3G, U3WB
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
Former Course Number [2015]
Prerequisite: MUSC 1000 .
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ANTH 3300 - Ethnographic Methods in Anthropology
Credits: 3
Introduces anthropology majors to ethnographic fieldwork, the fundamental method in cultural anthropology. Students conduct fieldwork and discuss research problems including ethics and the role of the researcher. Open to students in related fields of humanities and social sciences.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester)
USP 2003-2014 Code U3WB
USP 2015 Code U5C3
Prerequisite: ANTH 1200 .
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ANTH 3310 - Introduction to Anthropology Research Methods
Credits: 3
Introduces anthropology majors to use of the discipline’s scientific method through problem formation, research data acquisition and research techniques used by anthropologists.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 , ANTH 1200 , and ANTH 1300 .
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ANTH 3400 - Hunters/Gatherers
Credits: 3
Max Credit 3
USP 2003-2014 Code UCNW
USP 2015 Code U5H
A&S College Core 2015 ASG
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ANTH 3410 - Maya, Aztec, and Inca Cultures
Credits: 3
An exploration of the early states and empires of the New World through the archaeological record. Compares and contrasts the Aztec, Maya, and Inca cultures with emphasis placed on origins, political and social organization, ritual beliefs, and reasons for collapse.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1300 .
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ANTH 3420 - The Anthropology of Global Issues
Credits: 3
Using anthropology’s long-term, holistic and comparative approaches, the course examines key global issues, e. g. , poverty, war, disease, environmental degradation, and terrorism from an anthropological perspective.
Cross Listed INST 3420 .
Prerequisite: ANTH 1200 .
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ANTH 3900 - Historical Archaeology
Credits: 3
Introduces the field of historical archaeology, the archaeological and archival study of literate societies. Introduces the history of the discipline, a survey of contemporary historical archaeological practice, major theoretical debates, and multidisciplinary methods.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1300 or consent of instructor.
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ANTH 4000 - Conference
Credits: 1‑4
Guided independent study.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)
Prerequisite: senior standing and 15 hours in anthropology.
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ANTH 4010 - History of Anthropological Thought
Credits: 3
Designed as the capstone course for senior majors. Surveys anthropological theory development. Explores major trends and their relationships. (Normally taken in student’s final semester)
USP 2003-2014 Code U3WC
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 , ANTH 1200 , ANTH 1300 , ANTH 3300 , and ANTH 3310 .
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ANTH 4015 - Archaeological Theory and Method
Credits: 3
Introduces the students to past and present archaeological theories through a literature survey of significant topics. Addresses questions, such as: How do archaeologists identify and solve problems? What do they perceive to be problems? What is the logic of archaeological arguments?
Dual Listed ANTH 5015 .
Prerequisite: ANTH 1200 , ANTH 1300 , ANTH 3310 , and at least one 4000 regional course.
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ANTH 4020 - Seminar
Credits: 3‑6
Considers current topics of anthropological interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit when the subject matter of the seminar is different.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources)
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 , ANTH 1200 , or ANTH 1300 .
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ANTH 4021 - Seminar in Archaeology
Credits: 3
Considers current topics of archaeological interest.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1300 .
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ANTH 4022 - Seminar in Biological Anthropology
Credits: 3
Considers current topics of interest within biological anthropology.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1100 .
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ANTH 4023 - Seminar in Cultural Anthropology
Credits: 3
Considers current topics of interest within cultural anthropology.
Prerequisite: ANTH 1200 .
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ANTH 4024 - Seminar in Linguistic Anthropology
Credits: 3
Considers current topics of interest within linguistic anthropology.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2000 .
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ANTH 4110 - Zooarchaeology I
Credits: 3
Introductory level seminar in the archaeological analysis of faunal materials. Emphasis is on identification and curation of bones from archaeological and Late Pleistocene paleontological contexts, including their use in the interpretation of prehistoric and historic human behavior, the investigation of paleoenvironmental conditions and paleoecological relationships and problem-oriented taphonomic research.
Dual Listed ANTH 5110 .
Prerequisite: ANTH 1300 .
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