sci1aap animal physiology
ANIMAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
SCI1AAP
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
TThis subject provides an overview of anatomy and biological processes that underpin growth, production and reproduction in the major agricultural animal species. Knowledge of animal physiology will be used to help students develop an understanding of a number of techniques used to enhance production and breeding stock. Applied animal genetics, environmental factors and animal welfare issues will also be introduced in an integrated approach and their impact on animal performance and production explored. Students will also investigate nutrition in ruminant and monogastric animals and the physiological processes necessary for production of meat, wool and milk. Students will apply their knowledge and understanding of animal behaviour theory to improve animal performance, handling and safety during a range of practical workshops.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPeter Sale
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into SBATE
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Functional anatomy and physiology of domestic animals | Prescribed | Reece, WO 2009 | 4TH EDN, WILEY BLACKWELL, AMES IA |
| Readings | Anatomy and physiology of domestic animals | Recommended | Akers, R & Denbow, D 2008 | BLACKWELL PUBLISHING, IOWA, USA |
| Readings | Anatomy and physiology of farm animals | Recommended | Frandson, R, Wilke, W 7 Fails, A 2009 | 7TH EDN, WILEY BLACKWELL, BALTIMORE, MD |
| Readings | Animal nutrition | Recommended | McDonald, P, Edwards, R, Greenhalgh, J & Morgan, C 2011 | 7TH EDN PEARSON EDUCATION, UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ. |
| Readings | Humane livestock handling - understanding livestock behaviour and building facilities for healthier animals | Recommended | Grandin, T, Deesing, M 2008 | STOREY PUBLISHING, USA |
| Readings | Saunders comprehensive veterinary dictionary | Recommended | Studdert, V, Blood, D & Gay, C 2012 | 4TH EDN, SAUNDERS, EDINBURGH |
| Readings | Spurgeon's color atlas of large animal anatomy the essentials | Recommended | McCracken, O, Kainer, R & Spurgeon, T 2006 | BLACKWELL PUBLISHING, IOWA |
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Epping, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPeter Sale
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study (1500 words) | 40 | |
| Oral presentation on an aspect of production animal anatomy & physiology (20 mins, 1000 words equiv) | 30 | |
| Quizzes (6 x 30 minutes) | 30 |