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ARO 490L - Aerosciences (1)
Comprehensive review of basic principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, vehicle dynamics, astronautics, and structures for application in the conceptual and preliminary design of aerospace vehicles. A comprehensive exam will be administered on the above subjects.
Corequisite(s): ARO 491L or ARO 492L .
Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
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ARO 491L - Air Vehicle Design Laboratory I (2)
Air vehicle design philosophy. Oral and written presentations of system design. Environmental considerations. Trade-studies; statistical design, parameter estimation. Manufacturing, facilities, cost estimation.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in ARO 201L , ARO 312 , ARO 401 , ARO 404 , and ARO 405 .
Component(s): 2 three-hour laboratories.
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ARO 492L - Air Vehicle Design Laboratory II (2)
Conceptual design of air vehicles. Design tradeoffs in multi-disciplined systems. Participation in team design projects. Oral and written presentations of system design. Oral briefing to an industry/government review panel.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in ARO 491L .
Component(s): 2 three-hour laboratories.
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ARO 493L - Air Vehicle Design Laboratory III (2)
Preliminary design of air vehicles. Completion of ARO 492L team design projects. Preparation of final project report together with an oral briefing to an industry/government review panel.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in ARO 329 , ARO 406 , ARO 492L .
Component(s): 2 three-hour laboratories.
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ARO 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , ENG 110 , IGE 120 , IGE 121 , or IGE 122 .
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
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ARO 506 - Aircraft Structures (4)
Aircraft structural design procedures. Analysis of wing and fuselage sections under flight imposed loads. Design and sizing of aircraft structural components. Semimonocoque structures: load distribution, shear flow, multicell box structures. Structural design: flexural and torsional stiffness, skins, longerons, spars, stringers. Buckling characteristics. Margins of safety.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate coursework in engineering mechanics, statics as well as dynamics and strength of materials equivalent to those required in an ABET accredited program.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 508 - Finite Element Analysis of Structures II (4)
Structural dynamics, structural stability and advanced elements in the finite element method. Elasticity. Higher order triangular, tetrahedral and quadrilateral elements. Use of Galerkin’s method. Development of computer methodology. Use of commercial finite element programs.
Prerequisite(s): ARO 408 or equivalent introduction to finite element and matrix computer methods.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 509 - Astronautics (4)
The space environment and its impact on spacecraft operations. Non-uniform gravitational fields, aerodynamic drag effects, aerobraking, solar heating and pressure, radiation, electrical issues, orbital debris, on-board disturbances. Kepler’s laws, orbital mechanics. Considerations for special orbits including geostationary, Molniya, sunsynchronous.
Hyperbolic escape trajectories, method of patched conics, interplanetary transfers, gravity assists, effects of trajectory errors. Space mission and trajectory design. Spacecraft thermal control and life support systems.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in dynamics.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 510 - Airbreathing Propulsion Systems (4)
Thermodynamic cycle analysis of ideal and real engines. Design and performance of inlets, combustors and nozzles. Analysis of compressors and turbines. Engine component matching and prediction of performance. Overall propulsion system performance.
Prerequisite(s): Upper division undergraduate courses in thermodynamics and compressible fluid mechanics equivalent to those required in an ABET accredited program.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 514 - Missile Engineering (4)
Use system engineering principals to formulate conceptual tactical missile designs. The application of theoretical knowledge of aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, guidance and control, aerodynamic heating, and stability and control will be used to synthesize a tactical missile design to specified physical and performance requirements. The analysis of the trade space and constraints provides optimal design configurations. Formulate a tactical missile design that optimizes design constraints and satisfies physical and performance requirements.
Prerequisite(s): BS in Aerospace Engineering from an ABET accredited program or a BSME supplemented with our undergraduate courses ARO 305 , ARO 311 , and ARO 405 .
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 518 - Computational Fluid Dynamics (4)
Development of numerical techniques for the solution of partial differential equations that arise in fluid mechanics gas dynamics and heat transfer; classification of equations, methods of solutions; examples.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate coursework in fluid mechanics equivalent to those required in an ABET accredited program.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 521 - Structural Dynamics (4)
Concepts of the dynamics of elastic bodies. Longitudinal, transverse and torsional vibrations of structural elements. Vibrations of plates and shells. Approximate methods in dynamics of structures. Unsteady aerodynamics.
Prerequisite(s): undergraduate courses in structural analysis, dynamics.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ARO 614 - Aircraft Design (4)
General design philosophy. Vehicle mission planning and conceptual design. Oral and written presentations of system subcomponents and design. Proposal preparation and writing. Constraint diagrams, mission concept of operations. Vehicle sizing and propulsion system selection. Overall design layout, preliminary wing, tail, fuselage design. Detailed weight breakdown. Takeoff and landing performance. Flight loads and structural design. Flight envelope and V-n diagram, detailed flight performance prediction. Stability and control, flying qualities. Economics of flight and operations, maintenance, cost estimation.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate or graduate courses in Aerodynamics, Aircraft Propulsion, Aircraft Structure, and Aircraft Stability and Control.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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AG 100 - Orientation to the College of Agriculture (1)
Mandatory fall quarter course for entering freshmen. Strategies to assist students with the successful transition to and completion of their college career in the College of Agriculture and their individual major. Topics covered include: campus student support services, career planning, time management, academic planning, study/note/test skills, learning styles, navigating the college and university, professional development, extracurricular activities, and others. Open to non-majors.
Component(s): 1 lecture.
Grading: Mandatory credit/no credit grading basis.
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AG 101 - Agriculture and the Modern World (4)
An introduction to the history of modern agriculture, its integration into social, economic and political institutions, the biological systems of which it is a part, the causes and impact of world hunger, and the implications of future changes and innovations in the production of food and fiber. The course will emphasize critical analysis of current agriculture and food issues. Course fulfills GE Sub-area D2.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
Note(s): Open to all majors. Required of all agriculture majors.
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AG 128/128L - Computer Applications in Agriculture (2/1)
A course requiring the student to utilize computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database management systems, presentation managers, and communications to solve problems and increase productivity in their professional career. The transfer of data between applications and computer platforms will be explored. The students will learn to search the Internet for information and use e-mail for communication.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 1 three-hour laboratory.
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AG 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
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AG 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
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AG 401 - Ethical Issues in Food, Agricultural, and Apparel Industries (4)
Socio-economic and scientific issues in the Food, Agricultural, and Apparel Systems within a framework of moral philosophy and ethical reasoning. Analysis of topics in biotechnology in agricultural production and food processing, intellectual and physical property rights in a market based economy, human nutrition problems, the treatment of animals and the environment, worker rights in a global food and apparel marketplace, and America’s role in reducing world hunger and malnutrition. Course fulfills GE Interdisciplinary Synthesis C4 or D4.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A, GE Area C (1, 2, and 3), and GE Area D (1, 2, and 3).
Component(s): 4 hours lecture/discussion.
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AG 464 - Development of Leadership Skills (3)
The exploration of professional growth and leadership development in the context of food and agriculture careers.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
Component(s): 2 seminar-discussions.
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AG 470 - Cooperative Education (2-4)
On-the-job experience for all majors in the College of Agriculture. Students alternate one or more quarters of full-time studies in their major with an equal number of quarters of relevant full-time work for pay.
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor and junior standing.
Note(s): (Courses must be taken in ascending sequence.)
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AG 471 - Cooperative Education (2-4)
On-the-job experience for all majors in the College of Agriculture. Students alternate one or more quarters of full-time studies in their major with an equal number of quarters of relevant full-time work for pay.
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor and junior standing.
Note(s): (Courses must be taken in ascending sequence.)
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AG 472 - Cooperative Education (2-4)
On-the-job experience for all majors in the College of Agriculture. Students alternate one or more quarters of full-time studies in their major with an equal number of quarters of relevant full-time work for pay.
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor and junior standing.
Note(s): (Courses must be taken in ascending sequence.)
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AG 473 - Cooperative Education (2-4)
On-the-job experience for all majors in the College of Agriculture. Students alternate one or more quarters of full-time studies in their major with an equal number of quarters of relevant full-time work for pay.
Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor and junior standing.
Note(s): (Courses must be taken in ascending sequence.)
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AG 481 - Project Design Principles and Applications (2) Crosslisted as: EGR 481
Selection and completion of scientific/technological synthesis application project under faculty supervision. Multidisciplinary team project. Projects which graduates solve in discipline of practice. Both formal written and oral reports.GE Synthesis course for Sub-area B5.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and two GE area B sub-areas (1, 2, 3, or 4).
Minimum/Maximum Units: Minimum time commitment: 120 hours.
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AG 482 - Project Design Principles and Applications (2) Crosslisted as: EGR 482
Selection and completion of scientific/technological synthesis application project under faculty supervision. Multidisciplinary team project. Projects which graduates solve in discipline of practice. Both formal written and oral reports.GE Synthesis course for Sub-area B5.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and two GE Area B sub-areas (1, 2, 3, or 4).
Minimum/Maximum Units: Minimum time commitment: 120 hours.
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AG 500 - Introduction to Graduate Research in the Agricultural Sciences (3)
Principles, tools and techniques used in scientific research as applied to the agricultural sciences. Topics will include the development of literature reviews and annotated bibliographies, appropriate literature citation, on-line research methods and sources, the identification and definition of a research topic and its rationale. Readings, discussions, computer applications, and research.
Component(s): 3 seminar hours
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AG 510 - Design and Analysis of Experimental Research I: Methods for ANOVA (4)
Experimental statistics. Applications of statistical estimation and inference. Correlation; analysis of variance for completely randomized design, randomized blocks, Latin squares, factorials and analysis of covariance; non-parametric statistics. Concepts of design for experimental investigations.
Prerequisite(s): AG 500 and STA 120 or equivalent.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
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AG 520 - Empirical Research Methods Using Regression Analysis (3)
Regression analysis is an enormously popular tool, used ubiquitously in research in the biological sciences. Students will be exposed to the mathematical aspects of empirical research methods and will be able to use computer applications using regression analysis. Students will be exposed to a wide range of problems to which regression analysis can be applied and how to represent those problems in a way that cleverly utilizes readily available data.
Prerequisite(s): AG 510 .
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
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AG 530 - Research Proposal (3)
The preparation and presentation of the proposed thesis research problem to the faculty of the College of Ag and interested public. The student will develop and present, with the aid of the major professor, the scientific and statistical hypotheses, research design, proposed analytical methodologies, as well as a substantial selection from the literature review demonstrating the need and validity of the proposed thesis study.
Prerequisite(s): AG 510 .
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AG 599 - Special Topics in Agriculture (1-3)
Group study of a selected topic in agriculture which is specified in advance for graduate students.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 3 units.
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AG 630 - Critical Review Development (3) Crosslisted as: FN 630 .
Preparation and presentation of the critical review paper, suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Students work with their major professor to develop and present a substantial literature review selection that demonstrates the need for future research, proposed solutions, updates to current critical reviews or position papers.
Prerequisite(s): AG 510 or KIN 591 .
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AG 697 - Comprehensive Examination (1)
Preparation for and completion of the written comprehensive examination. The examination may be taken no more than two times. Failure to complete it satisfactorily the second time will result in termination from the program. Advancement to Candidacy required.
Grading: Mandatory credit/no credit grading basis.
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ABM 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
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ABM 201 - Managing Agribusiness Organizations (3)
A comprehensive overview of management fundamentals emphasizing the study of management and business organizations in the contemporary food and agricultural system. Includes various management theories, approaches and techniques and how they might be applied to organizations within the food and agricultural system. The conflict between organizational and personal values will also be covered.
Component(s): 3 lectures.
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ABM 224 - Accounting for Agribusiness (4)
Emphasis on the practical applications of accounting information for managers of agribusiness and food industry management. Analysis of accounting data and its meaning for management and financial decisions. Includes the basics of recording transactions as well as accounting for assets, liabilities, owner’s equity and net income, and the interpretation of this information.
Component(s): 4 lectures/ problem-solving.
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ABM 299/299A/299L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, activity, or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
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ABM 304 - Food and Agribusiness Marketing (4)
Economic aspects of marketing agricultural products. Problems and alternative solutions of various marketing institutions. Current trends and developments in California product marketing.
Prerequisite(s): EC 201 or permission of the instructor.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
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ABM 306 - Wholesaling and Retailing of Food Products (4)
Principles and practices of distributing food products from producer to consumer; buying, assembling, transporting, handling, receiving and merchandising. Functions of wholesalers and intermediate handlers, chain stores, food brokers, jobbers. Operating costs of retail stores; site selection; scheduling; management of store personnel; pricing, inventory control.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
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ABM 309 - Sales and Advertising Management (4)
Industry-sponsored agricultural advertising programs; tools of publicity, merchandising and public relations. Detailed examination of local types of advertising media, and rates for short, seasonal promotions. Advertising provisions of marketing orders. Seminar type discussions and guest speakers.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 304 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
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ABM 310 - Seminar in Food and Agribusiness Management (3)
Seminar on special problems encountered in food and agribusiness management with an emphasis on the food consumer. Economic, social, cultural and demographic factors influencing consumer behavior and consumption patterns covered. Market surveillance techniques used by managers will also be discussed.
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
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ABM 311 - Applied Economics for Agribusiness (4)
Intermediate micro-economic theory applied to production and marketing problems in agriculture.
Prerequisite(s): EC 201 or consent of instructor.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ABM 313 - Politics of Food and Agriculture (3)
The political framework affecting the food and agricultural system. Federal and state laws and regulations impacting agribusiness. Contemporary development and economic analysis of public programs and policies. Current policies and programs as well as alternate policies evaluated. Seminar discussions. Policy case studies.
Prerequisite(s): EC 201 or consent of instructor.
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
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ABM 326 - Financial Analysis for Agribusiness I (4)
Techniques of financial analysis. To include capital budgeting, sources of loans for agribusiness, analysis of financial statements, credit instruments, risk and insurance for agriculture, farm credit system.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 224 .
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ABM 327 - Financial Analysis for Agribusiness II (3)
Continuation of ABM 326 . Financial forecasting, leverage and growth, further topics in the time value of money, working capital management, financing operations.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 326 .
Component(s): 3 lectures.
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ABM 328 - Agribusiness Enterprise Management (4)
Criteria for decision making involving food and agribusiness enterprises. Case studies used. Budgeting processes, credit use, and feasibility analysis. Source of economic information. Introduction to simulation of management process. Seminar discussions and feasibility study prepared.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
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ABM 329 - Equine Enterprise Management (3)
Equine enterprise analysis with emphasis on capital acquisition, leasing, land acquisition, legal problems and labor problems.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 328 , AVS 125/125L .
Component(s): 3 lectures.
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ABM 330 - International Food and Agribusiness Marketing (4)
Marketing of food, fiber and horticultural products in foreign markets. Special emphasis on selecting export markets, procedures for establishing contacts, promotion, financing, insuring, shipping tariffs, customs, regulations and other matters related to food and fiber products. Management practices and problems of firms involved in exporting and importing textiles and garments, livestock, fruits, vegetables, grains and other food and fiber products.
Component(s): 4 lecture/ discussions.
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ABM 375 - Data Management for Agribusiness (4)
Principles and procedures involved in analysis of agricultural data for management. Includes single two-sample hypothesis testing for means and proportions. Chi-square, simple and multiple regression and correlation. microcomputer applications.
Prerequisite(s): STA 120 or equivalent.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
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ABM 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
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ABM 402 - Agribusiness Personnel Management (4)
Management-employee relations and theory; employee motivation; union and management relations; recruitment and selection; performance appraisal; communications; individual and group incentive systems; employee counseling; labor legislation; wage determination and salary systems; employment and unemployment. Case studies analyzed. Seminar discussions held, role playing emphasized, guest speakers.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
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ABM 405 - Food and Agricultural Marketing Applications (4)
An application of theories, principles and procedures involved in developing a marketing strategy. Students will work as a team to develop a marketing plan for an agricultural product. Topics covered will include all aspects of food and fiber market strategy planning such as identifying a target market, analyzing market opportunities, developing a marketing mix, and completing a budget for the plan.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 310 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
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ABM 430 - Equine Appraisal and Evaluation (3)
Principles of equine evaluation and appraisal. The student will perform an actual appraisal and be required to prepare an appraisal report.
Component(s): 3 lectures.
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ABM 441 - Internship in Food Marketing and Agribusiness (1-4)
On-the-job training in agricultural business management providing collegiate level experience in food distribution, agricultural management. One unit credit for each 120 hours of experience and training. No more than 6 units of credit can be earned. Useful for preparation of senior project. Application to coordinator required during the quarter prior to the internship.
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ABM 442 - Internship in Food Marketing and Agribusiness (1-4)
On-the-job training in agricultural business management providing collegiate level experience in food distribution, agricultural management. One unit credit for each 120 hours of experience and training. No more than 6 units of credit can be earned. Useful for preparation of senior project. Application to coordinator required during the quarter prior to the internship.
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ABM 450 - Agricultural Water Resource Management (4) Crosslisted as: IA 450
Water resource management applied to current issues. Water delivery systems in the United States and California, survey of water rights, water pollution, water conservation, food and agricultural system water use, and efficient water management. Includes water problems in developing nations.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
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ABM 461 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report. Must be taken in sequence, not concurrently.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 224 , ABM 311 , ABM 326 , and ABM 375 .
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ABM 462 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report. Must be taken in sequence, not concurrently.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 224 , ABM 311 , ABM 326 , and ABM 375 .
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ABM 463 - Undergraduate Seminar (2)
New methods and developments, practices, and procedures in the field.
Prerequisite(s): senior project completed.
Component(s): 1 meeting.
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ABM 490 - Senior Feasibility Study (3)
Selection and completion of a major feasibility study under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite(s): ABM 224 and ABM 311 .
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ABM 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, activity, or a combination of lecture and laboratory or activity.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
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AGS 250 - Development of Competitive Agricultural Activities (2)
The philosophy and development of competitive activities for students of agriculture. Selection of contest officials, development of contest patterns, scoring of placing cards, and publications of results. Use of the California Curricular Code. Practical application of this class will occur with the operation of Agriculture Field Day.
Component(s): 2 lectures.
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AGS 299/299A/299L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, activity, or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
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AGS 300 - Introduction to Agricultural Education Programs (3)
Overview of agriculture programs including goals and purposes. Qualifications essential to success in agricultural education. Programs of studies to meet requirements for instruction in agriculture.
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
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AGS 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
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AGS 420/420A - Agriculture Skills and Facilities (2/1)
Development, operation, and management of agriculture facilities. Skills necessary for classroom, laboratory, and school farm instruction in agricultural education will be demonstrated. Emphasis will be on facility management and individual skills development and assessments.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 1 activity.
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AGS 430 - Program Planning and Development (3)
Study of career opportunities in agriculture. Program development in such areas as the Future Farmers of America, and other youth groups. Supervised practice including cooperative work experience in agriculture. Development of up-to-date approaches in an integrated program. Operating policies and procedures.
Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
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AGS 440/440A - Procedures in Agricultural Education (2/2)
Approaches to the learning process and development of daily and unit plans as well as the utilization of resources. Class demonstration in teaching procedures with emphasis being given to J.I.T., micro-teaching, and the development of pedagogical skills including development analysis and evaluation.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 2 activity periods.
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AGS 441 - Field Experiences in Agricultural Education (4)
An overview of Agricultural Education in the public schools. Professional type experience new to the student so that a valuable contribution toward career development results. Supervised, focused observation/participation at the secondary school level. Written reports necessary.
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AGS 450/450A - Field Practices and Supervision (1/2)
Organization and implementation of an instructional program in agricultural education. Field application of Future Farmers of America, supervised practice, and classroom instruction.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 1 lecture, 2 activity.
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AGS 461 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Minimum 120 hours total.
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AGS 462 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Minimum 120 hours total.
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AGS 470/470L - Teaching Methods in Agricultural Systems Technology (2/2)
Organizing agriculture mechanics operations & workshops, planning shop curriculum, determining technical course content, and instructing youth and adults in industrial settings. Student directed activities, demonstration, and presentations; evaluation of performance; analysis of skill development.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or senior standing.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
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AGS 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination of both.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
Note(s): Graduate courses are listed in the graduate section of this catalog.
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AGS 505/505A - Young and Adult Programs and Adult Leadership (2/1)
Organization, history, philosophy, administration and procedures in advising of the Future Farmers Association (FFA) chapters and conducting classes for out-of-school youth and adults. Surveys and plans for development of rural and urban adult programs, FFA and Young Farmer programs, techniques and methods.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lecture discussions. 1 two-hour activity.
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AGS 560 - Internship (1-3)
On-the-job experience with public and private agencies for graduate students. Professional experience new to the student to enhance the level of competence in agriculture. One unit credit for each 40 hours of experience. Written reports necessary. Approval required before enrolling.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Students are permitted to take only 1-3 units per quarter.
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AGS 591 - Directed Study (1-3)
Individualized study, research, or readings in a specialized area under the direction of a faculty member.
Repeatable: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 units.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Students are permitted to take only 1- 3 units per quarter.
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AGS 599/599A/599L - Special Topics for Graduate Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of selected topics, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of major professor and graduate committee.
Component(s): Instruction by lecture, activity, laboratory or a combination.
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AGS 692 - Independent Study (1-2)
Individualized study, research, or readings in a specialized area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Unconditional standing required.
Repeatable: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 units.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Students are permitted to take only 1-2 units per quarter.
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AGS 694 - Thesis Research (1-3)
Research conducted in area of specialization under the direction of a faculty member as part of the preparation tor writing a thesis. Unconditional standing required.
Repeatable: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Students are permitted to take only 1-3 units per quarter.
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AGS 696 - Master’s Degree Thesis (1-3)
(Credit/No credit) Compilation, evaluation, interpretation, and presentation in thesis form of supervised research. Advancement to Candidacy required.
Repeatable: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Students are permitted to take only 1-3 units per quarter.
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AGS 697 - Comprehensive Examination (1)
(Credit/No credit) Preparation for and completion of the written comprehensive examination. The examination may be taken no more than two times. Failure to complete it satisfactorily the second time will result in termination from the program.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to Candidacy required.
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AGS 699 - Master’s Degree Continuation (0)
Enrollment in this course allows candidates that have enrolled in the maximum number of thesis or project units to maintain resident status in order to receive university services. Approval of graduate program coordinator is required to register for this class. Advancement to candidacy is required.
Grading: Mandatory credit/no credit grading basis.
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AHS 104 - Orientation and Careers in AHS (2)
This course will outline the academic path that students in the AHS major will follow. In particular, expectations and outcomes of the required externships and work experiences will be specified. The essential task list that has been developed by the American Veterinary Medical Association for veterinary technicians will be explained and distributed. Liability and health concerns will be discussed. This course will also discuss the various employment opportunities available for students graduating with this degree.
Component(s): 2 lectures.
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AHS 115 - Veterinary Office Procedures (2)
This class introduces veterinary office procedures including, front and back office interpersonal skills, as well as financial and regulatory issues. Emphasis will be placed on communication skills, eithical issues, facility and equipment maintenance and the importance of keeping accurate medical records.
Prerequisite(s): C- or better in AHS 104 .
Component(s): 2 hour lectures.
Note(s): This class is offered for AHS students only.
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AHS 128 - Companion Animal Care (3)
Nutrition, common diseases, and behavior of companion animals. Dogs and cats will be the primary animals considered. Guest lecturers will present information on exotic animals.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 128L - Companion Animal Nursing Skills Lab (1)
An experiential course designed to provide instruction in basic and skilled nursing techniques in companion animal medical care. Classes will be held in on and off campus veterinary or animal facilities as is appropriate. This course is intended for lower division students in the Animal Health Sciences major.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the AHS Major.
Component(s): 2 three-hour laboratories.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 129/129L - Animal Handling and Restraint (2/2)
General concepts of restraint and handling of wild and domestic animals. Emphasis is on physical, chemical and oral/psychological restraint. Discussion of the tools/equipment of restraint, rope work and medical problems that might occur during restraint.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 2 three-hour laboratories.
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AHS 202/202L - Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians (4/1)
This course provides instruction into the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. Emphasis will be on those structures and systems critical from a veterinary clinical aspect.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 /CHM 121L and BIO 115/115A/115L .
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 4 hours lecture, 1 three-hour laboratory.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 208/208L - Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound (2/2)
Instruction in the use of radiological equipment and the development and interpretation of radiographs as well as general principals of ultrasonography and their application in veterinary/clinical practice as used in veterinary clinics.
Prerequisite(s): AHS 202/202L .
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 2 three-hour laboratories.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 210 - Veterinary Terminology and Law (3)
Introduction to veterinary terminology and its usage in the veterinary field is covered extensively. The application of rules, guidelines and regulations of federal, state, county, municipal and local governments as well as OSHA/safety requirements, licensing and documentation requirements in the operation of animal health care are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): AHS 104 .
Component(s): 3 lectures.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 220/220L - Clinical Nutrition (4/1)
Introduction to basic nutrients and nutritional needs of well animals and the ramifications of disease conditions on the nutritional needs and clinical case management. Students will complete the CVTEA required and recommended nutrition tasks for veterinary technologists.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 2 lectures, 1 three-hour lab.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 235/235L - Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians (1/1)
Students will be familiar with the care and use of common laboratory equipment. They will gain experience in the collection and preparation of specimens, as well as skills required to complete common laboratory procedures. These procedures will include; basic hematology, urinalysis and others.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 1 lecture, 1 three-hour lab.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 244 - Work Experience in Animal Health Sciences (2)
Practical experience working in public or private clinics or laboratories where application of animal health sciences or research takes place. veterinary technology and/or AAALAC exams for certification in laboratory animal care. This course is intended for lower division students in the Animal Health Sciences major.
Prerequisite(s): AHS 104 and AHS 129/129L .
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AHS 245 - Clinical Externship (2)
Practical experience working in public or private clinics, or laboratories where application of animal health sciences or research takes place. Experiences should be useful in preparation for state and national board exams in veterinary technology and/or AAALAC exams for certification in laboratory animal care.
Prerequisite(s): AHS 244 .
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AHS 263/263L - Surgical Nursing Skills (1/1)
Students will gain experience in the skills required to work in the veterinary surgical arena. Presented will be; different types of anesthetics used, surgical equipment, instruments and aseptic technique. Students will be familiarized with the preparation for common surgical procedures.
Prerequisite(s): AHS 128L , and AHS 305/305L and permission of instructor.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 1 lecture, 1 three-hour lab.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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AHS 302/302L - Animal Parasitology (3/1)
The study of animal parasites and their relationship to clinical and subclinical parasitic diseases of livestock, companion animals, laboratory animals and wildlife. Emphasis will be placed on zoonotic parasites and parasites most commonly found in North America.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 115/115A/115L or BIO 121/121L .
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 three-hour laboratory.
Note(s): Students must receive a C- or better to graduate.
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