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Advanced Writing. This course introduces students to qualitative, quantitative and mixed-method research methods. Students will learn about the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and their vital applications to the field of Anthrozoology. The class will focus on designing effective research studies, analyzing data, multi-species considerations, and critical thinking skills so that students can meaningfully evaluate research claims. Students will participate in activities exposing them to qualitative, quantitative and interpretive research techniques. Reviewed literature will focus on Anthrozoology topics, with an emphasis on growing areas including One Health, human-animal bond research, intersectionality with animals, human-animal conflict resolution, and multi-species ethnography. Students will investigate an anthrozoological topic of their choosing, develop a thesis, conduct a thorough literature review, conduct data collection, and complete a comprehensive research paper. Research projects including interactions with human/animal subjects will seek IRB/IACUC approval.
Continuing where Familiar Canine left off, students will apply and expand on their knowledge of canine related topics to the dogs in their community. Learning theory, cognition, antecedent arrangement, applied behavior analysis, animal sheltering, and the animal training profession will be major focuses of the course. Special attention will be made on topics including human-animal attachment, communication, expectations, conflict, and compassion fatigue. Working with assigned dogs is required for completion of assignments. Fostering a dog is optional (see
ANZ 321L 1 or 2 credits). This course includes both written and oral evaluation techniques to assess student learning.
This lab is for those students who foster and train an assigned dog or participate in training while not fostering. Students enroll for 2 credits when fostering. Must be enrolled in
ANZ 321 and have consent of the instructor to foster a dog. Students fostering enroll for 2-credits.
This course applies the knowledge and skills acquired in
ANZ 321 and applies them to the working canine world. The different training, function, professionalism, and practices of a variety of specialized work will be examined and evaluated, including service dogs, therapy animal work, sport dog work, search and rescue, conservation scent detection, and military/police work. Human and animal protections including federal (ADA) and state laws will be discussed. A critical evaluation of training methods, animal labor, and the intersections of canine training and society is an essential part of the course. Multiple guests will join the class to discuss practical applications of canine training, including highlighting career options, discussing working with clients with special needs, and further developing an understanding of the human-canine bond. Fostering a dog is optional (see
ANZ 322L 1 or 2 credits). This course includes both written and oral evaluation techniques.
This lab is a continuation of
ANZ 321L for those students who foster and train an assigned dog or participate in training while not fostering. Students enroll for 2 credits fostering.
This course focuses on a scientific understanding of the horse and is designed to provide students more in-depth information about horse behavior, physiology, and wellness. Understanding the nature of horses contributes to their care and management. Understanding their physical needs and social behavior contributes to a safe and rewarding relationship with these animals. This class is designed to teach students about horses including their care and management. Must be taken concurrently with
ANZ 332L.
The laboratory component of this class is designed to provide hands-on experiences with horses. During the lab students will be taught specific skills necessary for owning a horse and helpful in working at or managing a stable. Guided instruction will be provided on topics such as first aid, vaccinations, hoof care, horse transport, care and use of tack, pasture management, feeding, manure management and equitation. Must be taken concurrently with
ANZ 332.
The teaching assistantship course provides students with a unique opportunity to apply the skills required in their Anthrozoology course to a real world setting. Students will participate in instructing other students while they learn about anthrozoology and work with horses and dogs. They will provide faculty support in lecture based classes or experiential labs. They will receive increasing levels of responsibility as the semester progresses. This is excellent preparation for graduate school or a student's chosen profession.
Special Topics courses include ad-hoc courses on various selected topics that are not part of the regular curriculum, however they may still fulfill certain curricular requirements. Special topics courses are offered at the discretion of each department and will be published as part of the semester course schedule - view available sections for more information. Questions about special topics classes can be directed to the instructor or department chair.