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Hardest courses in Dairy Science

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6 courses

Historical grades cover up to five years through the selected term. Only courses with at least 100 letter grades are ranked.

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY covers physiological processes, anatomy, and function of organ systems in domestic animals.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Historical reviews of Laura Hernandez: Exams are based on worksheets and the textbook, requiring extensive study of those materials. Lectures can be difficult to follow without recordings, and some exam content may not be covered in class.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

ANSCI/DYSCI 101 provides an overview of animal sciences, covering anatomy, physiology, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, management, welfare, and behavior of domesticated animals with an emphasis on food animals.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Students report that exams are detail-oriented and memorization-heavy, requiring study of every lecture slide. The group term paper is frequently described as harshly graded, requiring regular review of lecture material to succeed.

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Fall 2022–Fall 2025

ANSCI/DYSCI 434 covers reproductive physiology, fertility improvement, and artificial insemination.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Historical reviews of John Parrish, Rick Monson: Reviewers characterize the course as demanding and challenging. Exams are described as tough and long, with one student noting they are only semi-related to lectures, while others emphasize the need for hard work.

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Fall 2022–Fall 2025

Introduction to Animal Sciences Laboratory provides hands-on experience and demonstrations to develop practical skills with animals.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

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Fall 2022–Fall 2025

A graduate seminar providing comprehensive reviews of research to broaden understanding of dairy science.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

SPECIAL TOPICS covers various current topics in Dairy Science for undergraduate students.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Historical reviews of Milo Wiltbank: Reviewers describe the course as extremely difficult, with one student noting that peers cried during the final exam, suggesting a high-stakes assessment environment.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026