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BIO 312. Animal Welfare


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 004145 Grading Basis GRD

An examination of the biological basis of animal welfare. Topics include the evolution of domestic animals, physiological and behavioral measurements of stress, welfare assessment and pain perception. Case studies examine the use of animals for companionship, food, medical research and entertainment. Prerequisite(s): BIO 250 /BIO 250L .