Introduces the study of animal behavior with an emphasis on learning theory, especially classical and operant conditioning. Provides understanding on how to apply the concepts of ethology and behavior modification to the maintenance and training of animals under professional care. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: ANSC M04; EATM M09.

Provides the student with a basic understanding of veterinary medicine and veterinary care. Introduces the principles of safety and prevention of common diseases. Includes methods of diagnosis and treatment. Prerequisites: ANCT M12. Corequisites: ANCT M23AL. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: EATM M23A.

Develops global awareness and knowledge about wildlife, the environment, and conservation in zoos and in the wild. Examines human values related to wildlife, cultural and social interaction with wildlife, wildlife issues, and responsible human actions. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: EATM M08.

Provides students the opportunity to develop the skills needed to train husbandry behaviors through hands-on work with animals at the teaching zoo. Allows students to practice training animals in protected contact settings. Prerequisites: ANCT M21AL. Corequisites: ANCT M21B. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: EATM M21BL.

Provides student with experience at an animal facility such as a zoo, animal training/entertainment facility, conservation or wildlife education site, or a conference related to the animal industry. Introduces student to daily operations at such a site. Prerequisites: ANCT M02D. Formerly: EATM M30D; EATM M14A.

Provides résumé and cover letter writing information and practice for specific animal-related careers. Focuses on the various styles as well as résumés in electronic format. Develops written personal résumés and cover letters using different formats. Prerequisites: ANCT M02D. Formerly: EATM M34.

Provides students the opportunity to practice the application of basic animal care concepts in the care and handling of the animal population at the Teaching Zoo. Develops essential zoo keeping skills for the care of domestic and non-domestic animals through a “hands-on” approach. Corequisites: ANCT M01A. Limitations on Enrollment: Accepted to Animal Care and Training Program. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: EATM M01AL.

Provides students with opportunities to develop skills in behavior modification and observational research. Requires students to demonstrate such skills through training a rat and conducting observational research on animals under professional care. Prerequisites: ANCT M09 or concurrent enrollment. Transfer credit: CSU. Notes: Student must be able to house and care for one or more domestic rats. Formerly: ANSC M04L; EATM M09L.

Surveys invertebrate and vertebrate animals, both terrestrial and marine. Focuses on classification, general characteristics, adaptations, animal recognition, evolutionary history, and basic concepts of ecology. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: ANSC M07; ANSC M07L; EATM M17.

Teaches the design, development and implementation of wildlife education outreach programs for audiences of various ages, cultural orientations, and developmental levels. Introduces students to the concepts of creating flexible plans specific to working with live animals and the transporting of animals to an outside venue. Focuses on the concepts of reading and engaging with all audiences. Prerequisites: ANCT M15B. Corequisites: ANCT M15DL. Formerly: EATM M15D.