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Large Animal Veterinary Technology

Large Animal Veterinary Technology Minor

The minor in Large Animal Veterinary Technology is reserved for Veterinary Technology majors only. Students may earn this minor by completing a minimum of 16 credits. A minimum of eight credits must be completed at NDSU.

Minor Requirements

Large Animal Veterinary Technology

Minor RequiremenTS

Required Credits: 16

Required Courses
ANSC 220Livestock Production3
ANSC 260Introduction to Equine Studies2
VETS 482LLarge Animal Techniques Laboratory1
ANSC 463Physiology of Reproduction3
Select one Production Course:3
Equine Industry and Production Systems
Sheep Industry and Production Systems
Swine Production/Pork Industry Systems
Beef Industry and Production Systems
Dairy Industry and Production Systems
Elective Courses: Select 4 credits from the following:4
Introduction to Agricultural Management
Equine Care and Management Practicum
Domestic Animal Behavior and Management
Bovine Pregnancy Diagnosis and Ultrasonography
Fundamentals of Nutrition
Animal Health Management ((Equine/domesticated livestock species only))
Undergraduate Research
Physiology of Reproduction Laboratory
Total Credits16

Minor Requirements and Notes:                                                                   

  • A minimum of 8 credits must be taken at NDSU.
  • Students must earn a minimum 2.00 GPA for the minor requirements.
  • This minor can only be earned by students pursuing a Veterinary Technology major.