findings at professional meetings of various societies, depending on the opportunity presented. Prerequisites: AFE 411 and Senior standing. Credit: 1 semester hour.

AFE 404: Nutrition and Metabolism. Nutrition and Metabolism instructs students on fundamentals of basic nutrition and metabolic activity. Students will cover the metabolic pathways of carbohydrates, lipids, protein, amino acids, and vitamin/minerals and how they are all interconnected. In addition, this class will explore the nature of metabolic diseases and how nutrition plays a significant role. Prerequisites: CHE 101 or consent of instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 405: Research and Extension in Nutrition. This course will provide substantial opportunities for students to learn about research education and Extension activities in the area of Nutritional Science. Students will encounter several topics in the area of nutrition and will have several opportunities for hands-on learning. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 407: Agroforestry Local and Global Perspectives. Students will examine and have an understanding of how different agroforestry systems function with landscapes across multiple scales (plot, watershed, landscape) and how these systems contribute to achieving multiple benefits (environmental, social, economic, etc.). Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 408: Anesthesia and Surgical Procedures. This course will focus on both background knowledge and practical applications of anesthesia-related skills for veterinary technicians. Prerequisites: BIO 308 and AFE 305 or consent of instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 411: Practicum II. Advanced research in Agriculture, Food Science or Sustainable Systems. A course in which advanced AFE students pursue an independent hypothesis driven research project on or off campus. Prerequisites: AFE 311, MAT 115 or 200, and Junior standing. Credit: 2 semester hours.

AFE 412: VET Clinical III. This is the last clinical course and is designed to allow students to gain greater knowledge and skills in the specific job requirements of a veterinary technician. The class will involve greater actual clinic time but will also include activities related to professional development and expectations of veterinary technicians. This class is designed to allow students to have a better understanding of expectations and gain the hands on skills expected in the workplace. Prerequisite: AFE 312. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 415: Livestock Production Practices. Course will explore conventional and alternative production practices for the major livestock species produced in Kentucky. Students will learn about organic, forage based, and natural production practices and how they compare to conventional production. They will have hands-on experience with working with livestock to learn basic handling and management procedures. The class includes field trips to different farms and hands on activities. Prerequisites: AFE 211. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 416: Nutrition and Society. As the prevalence of obesity and co-morbidities continue to rise in the United States, there is a strong need for individuals trained in community nutrition education as well as science. This course is dedicated to teaching students the principles behind nutrition education, epidemiological factors, methodologies and pertinent organizations. Credit: 3 semester hours.

AFE 417: Modern Nutrition and Disease. This course is intended for those with theoretical and practical interest in the field of Food and Nutrition Sciences and will give an overview of the role of Nutritional Science as it relates to health with special emphasis on disease prevention and management of disorders and diseases of various body systems. Prerequisite: FNU 104 with grade of C or better. Credit: 3 semester hours.