VET350 Basic Animal Husbandry

Credits (ECTS):4

Course responsible:Helene Ween

Campus / Online:Taught campus Ås

Teaching language:Norsk

Course frequency:Yearly

Teaching and exam period:Starts fall and continues over two semesters

The course will give an introduction to the basic needs and environment of the most common domestic animals.

After the course the student should be able to:

Describe the basic welfare needs of animals and mention important environmental factors that influence animal welfare and health
Explain the importance of infection control
Describe the main livestock productions / uses
Describe feed ingredients and show an example of a ration
Explain important events in the animal's life and draw annual or life cycles
Mention veterinary duties in the various animal husbandries
Apply biosecurity measures
Handle animals and equipment safely
Make simple observations of the animals and their environment and reflect on the importance for welfare and health
Act professionally as a veterinary student
Show respect for animals and their owners
Follow guidelines on campus and other sites
Be active and collaborate with other students

Learning activities
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Assessment method
There is no written exam in the subject.
- Mandatory attendance at morning duties and rotations
- Mandatory assignments on the rotation days and hand-in assignments for "My cow"
- Student evaluation form for the rotations (behavior, collaboration skills, handling animals and practical biosecurity measures are evaluated)
Grading: Passed / Not Passed
Mandatory activity
Mandatory activities are morning duties, rotations and the assignment for "My cow" In the absence of morning duties and rotations.
Preferential right
VET