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Animal Behavior

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Micro-CredentialAcademicCIP: 26.0708

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An undergraduate certificate program consisting of 9 credit hours from courses in animal welfare, animal communication, evolutionary psychology, and behavioral neuroscience. Combines classroom learning with practical experiences including animal care internships and avian field methods internships.

Credits

9 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    527 Andy Holt Tower, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37996

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 19-4021.00

Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningScienceWritingSpeakingActive LearningMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

BiologyEnglish LanguageMathematicsComputers and ElectronicsChemistryCustomer and Personal ServiceGeography

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionInductive ReasoningOral ExpressionInformation OrderingWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityNear VisionCategory FlexibilitySpeech ClaritySpeech Recognition

Tasks

  • Conduct research, or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and
  • Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to
  • Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research perso
  • Develop, or make recommendations on, management systems and plans for wildlife populations and habit
  • Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
  • Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identificatio
  • Use advanced technologies, such as GIS, remote sensing, and drone technology, for wildlife tracking, habitat mapping, and population studies.

Technology

Analytical or scientific softwareOffice suite softwareData base user interface and query softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareElectronic mail softwareGeographic information system

Tools

Aerobic growth chambersAgitatorsAmino acid analyzersAnaerobic growth chambersAnalytical balancesAutoclavesAutomated cell countersAutomated microplate ELISA readersAutomated tissue/slide stainersAutomatic pipettersBalancesBioanalyzersBiological containment hoodsCentrifugesConductivity meters35 millimeter camerasAdjustable widemouth pliersAerial netsAir compressorsAll terrain vehicles ATVAnimal transmittersAnimal trapsArchery bowsAxesBenchtop centrifugesBenthic samplersBinocularsBoat trailersBongo netsCalorimeters

Work Values

AchievementSupportWorking ConditionsIndependenceRelationshipsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Biological Technicians19-4021.00
  • Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists19-1023.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

  • Lab glassware, pipettes, and balances — use accurately under a senior technician's review in a routine bench setting.
  • Reagent prep and aliquoting — perform per the lab's standard operating procedures.
  • PPE, biosafety, and chemical-hygiene practice — apply consistently at BSL-2.
  • Sample receiving, labeling, and logging — maintain accurately across daily intake.
  • Standard assays (PCR setup, ELISA, plate reading) — run per SOP on assigned projects.
  • Cell-culture maintenance (passaging, feeding) — perform on standard lines under a scientist's review.
  • Animal-care basics (cage changes, observations) — conduct per IACUC protocol with veterinary oversight.
  • Instrument logs and maintenance schedules — keep current on assigned equipment.
  • Lab safety incidents and near-misses — recognize and report to a supervisor.
  • Routine data entry into LIMS or notebooks — complete daily under review.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
Not reported
Placement Rate
27%