ANSC 5100

Animal Welfare

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This course will cover the basic principles, history, and application of animal welfare science for multiple species. Students will learn to assess the welfare of animals in a variety of settings using science-based methods and reasoning. The objective of this course is to provide students with a background in and ability to apply principles of animal welfare science, which will facilitate their ability to successfully engage in welfare deliberations.

Prerequisites one semester of college level Biology (BIOAP 1100 or equivalent), animal management (ANSC 2100 or equivalent) or animal behaviors/ethics.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2023FA, 2022FA, 2021FA

Outcomes

• Explain and apply common definitions and applications of animal welfare.
• Assess animal welfare using animal behavior, physiology, and other evidence-based measures.
• Assess legislation, public policy, and assurance programs related to animal welfare.
• Obtain, critically evaluate, summarize, and synthesize scientific literature related to animal welfare science.
• Identify and describe interacting factors that can support or constrain sustainability as it relates to animal welfare.

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