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Ag 101Tx Introductory Animal Science (3-3) 4
Basic introduction to the aspects of animal science, concentrating on products, reproduction, genetics, anatomy, basic production in cattle, sheep, swine, and dairy. Fall term.
Ag 102 Principles of Crop Production (3-3) 4
Basic principles of crop production, concentrating on growth, development, management, utilization, and cultural practices dealing mainly with the crops of Colorado. Winter term of odd numbered years.
Ag 150 Farm Records and Accounts (3-0) 3
This course is designed to give proficiency in keeping farm records for income tax and management purposes. Fall term.
Ag 180 Sustainable Agriculture (3-0) 3
This course will provide students with an introduction to the general topic of sustainable agriculture. The major topics of discussion will include current issues in sustainable agriculture, sustaining soil fertility, environmentally friendly pest control, and case studies in sustainable agriculture.
Ag 202 Integrated Pest Management/Weed Control (3-3) 4
Principles and practices of weed control and integrated pest management. The recognition of important weed and insect pests. Fall term of even numbered years.
Ag 203T Introduction to Medicinal Crops (3-0) 3
An introduction to the topic of medicinal crops. A study of selected medicinal crops with regard to their production, medical usage, and scientific basis for reported benefits. Fall term.
Ag 204 Forage Production and Management (3-0) 3
Principles and practices of forage production and management in the United States. Winter term of even numbered years.
Prerequisite: Ag 102 or consent of instructor.
Ag 235 Soils and Soil Fertility (3-3) 4
A basic course dealing with soil formation, physical and chemical properties, fertility, management, and conservation. Winter term.
Ag 240 Principles of Animal Nutrition (3-3) 4
Nutrient sources and requirements of livestock, including ration balancing and laboratory analysis of feedstuffs. Winter term.
Prerequisite: Ag 101Tx or consent of instructor.
Ag 299 Individualized Study 1-6
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.
Ag 301 Range Management (3-3) 4
Application of range science principles in managing rangelands. Major topics include ecology, grazing systems, range improvements and identification, physiology and utilization of important range plants. Fall term.
Ag 325 Beef Science (3-0) 3
A comprehensive course in beef cattle production, including topics in breeding and selection, reproduction, nutrition, herd health and marketing. Commercial beef cattle production enterprises will be emphasized. Winter term.
Prerequisite: Ag 101Tx.
Ag 346 Agricultural Marketing (3-0) 3
An introduction to agricultural grain and livestock marketing in the U.S. Basic marketing principles and practical marketing strategies will be discussed. Winter term.
Prerequisite: Recommended BA 340.
Ag 370 Internship in Agriculture 3
Directed work experience in agricultural production and agribusiness. Minimum requirements are that students maintain a detailed journal and complete at least 80 hours of directed experience.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and consent of supervising faculty member.
Ag 380W Evolution and Patterns of Biological Thought (4-0) 4
This course will address the critical issues of writing in the biological and/or agricultural sciences using the topics of evolution and patterns of biological thought as a basis for writing, reading, and discussion. Many aspects of evolution in a variety of subdisciplines of biology and agriculture will be covered. This course is the same as Bio 380W.
Prerequisites: Comp 150, Lib 150, junior standing, Bio 206, Bio 207, Chem 150, and Chem 151Tx.
Ag 499 Independent Study 1-6
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. | 
