APPLIED EQUINE PRACTICES
AGR1AEP
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces rider biomechanics, basic riding skills and safety during horse handling when other people and horses are involved. Key topics include the principles underpinning correct riding, selection of suitable grooming equipment, selection and fitting of tack and selection and fitting of personal protective equipment. Application of the principles of horse welfare through warm-up and cool-down is undertaken during practical riding exercises.
School: School of Life Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Penelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 1 - UG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be admitted into SBATE
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: The student is expected to work with live animals. All use of animals is regulated through the Scientific Procedures Licence and The Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Equine biomechanics for riders: The key to balanced riding | Recommended | Blignault, K 2009 | JA Allen, London. |
| Readings | The principles of riding: German National Equestrian Federation | Recommended | 2006 | Quiller Publishing, London. |
| Readings | The ultimate book of horse bits: what they are, what they do, and how they work | Recommended | Esterton, E 2010 | Skyhorse Publications, New York, NY |
| Readings | Horse tack bible | Recommended | Henderson, C 2009 | David & Charles, Newton Abbot, Devon, UK. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate knowledge and application of horse riding biomechanics
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and practicals
02. Describe the principles of correct forward movements with appropriate contact, flexion and bend during paces and transitions, and demonstrate knowledge of arena traffic rules.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and practicals
03. Describe appropriate warm-up and cool-down procedures.
- Activities:
- Tutorials and practicals
04. Demonstrate a capacity for self- analysis of riding performance.
- Activities:
- Lectures, practicals and tutorials
Epping, 2018, Week 29-43, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: No
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Penelope Smith
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 29 - 42
Twelve 2.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 29 to week 42 and delivered via blended.
"12 x 2 hour lecture Classes per study period. (Semester)"
PracticalWeek: 29 - 42
Ten 3.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 29 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
"10 x 3 hour practical Classes per study period. (Semester)
Held at Northern Lodge (Melbourne Polytechnic, Eden Park) or property with which Melbourne Polytechnic have an MOU"
TutorialWeek: 29 - 42
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 29 to week 42 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reflective journal on riding practice (1000 words) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Individual Presentation (10 minutes, 500 words) | 15 | 03 | |
| Biomechanics Report (1200 words) | 30 | 01 | |
| Written exam (1.5 hours, 1500 words) | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |