This course will provide a scientific approach to the livestock industry, encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics, and epidemiology. Topics will include a survey of the livestock industry and the supply of animal products and their uses; there will be a special emphasis on the origin, characteristics, adaptation, and contributions of livestock animals to the modern agriculture industry. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. C-ID: AG - AS 104.