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B.S. in Actuarial Science

Otterbein University Course Catalogs

2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 28, 2024  
2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

EQSC 301 - SYSTEMS COURSE III

Hours: 5
Lecture and laboratory.

This course focuses on the broodmare, stallion, and the foal. Included is information about natural breeding, artificial insemination, and recent developments in frozen semen use and embryo transfer. A field trip to Lexington, Kentucky includes visiting a leading breeding facility and equine veterinary hospital. Laboratory experiences include proper and safe cleaning of the sheath and external genitalia, semen collection, observation of reproductive ultrasonography, foal imprinting, and halter breaking. Students are required to participate on the Foalwatch Team, which annually foals out approximately 70 broodmares.
Prerequisites: EQSC 296, or permission.