• Analyze historic and current trends impacting the animal systems industry.
  • Evaluate the development and implications of animal origin, domestication, and distribution on production practices and the environment.
  • Analyze and apply laws and sustainable practices to animal agriculture from a global perspective.
  • Utilize best-practice protocols based upon animal behaviors for animal husbandry and welfare.
  • Utilize industry tools to make animal nutrition decisions.
  • Apply scientific principles to select and care for breeding animals.
  • Comply with government regulations and safety standards for facilities used in animal production.
  • Design programs to prevent animal diseases, parasites, and other disorders and ensure animal welfare.
  • Analyze biosecurity measures utilized to protect the welfare of animals on a local, state, national, and global level.