About this course

Topics related to metabolism in general, the digestive system, blood function, lactation, temperature regulation, and metabolism changes that occur following different forms of energy and nutrient intake.

Learning outcome

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to explain, employ and analyse how organisms react to varying levels of energy supply, protein, fat and carbohydrate supply, liquid supply and supply of different vitamins and minerals. Further, students will be able to explain and evaluate the significance of different physiological regulatory mechanisms under various metabolic conditions. The student will be able to conduct experiments that include sample collection, laboratory analyses, and data evaluation. The students will be able to form their own opinion on main scientific issues under debate in the research field.

  • Learning activities

    Animal experimental practicals and laboratory practicals. Book chapter sections presentations, poster on lab results (preparation and presentation). Discussion work. Lectures.

  • Syllabus

    Physiology of Domestic Animals. Sjaastad, Hove, Sand. Scandinavian Veterinary Press. Selected chapters in Biochemistry. Mathews. Selected articles

  • Prerequisites

    Master degree in animal science, aquaculture or similar. Knowledge/Big interest in physiology.

  • Assessment method

    Grades (passed/failed) are based on the students achievement in the oral examination at the end of the course. The examination lasts for about 1 hour of which about 15 min preparation and 45 min Q&A/Discussion.

    Oral exam Karakterregel: Passed / Not Passed

  • About use of AI

    KI level: K3 - Full use of KI

    Descriptions of AI-category codes.

  • Examiner scheme

    An examiner is used for the oral examination.

  • Mandatory activity

    Presentation of assignments (summary of topic, scientific poster).

  • Teaching hours

    Lectures: 3-6 hours per week. Work on experiments (sampling, sample collection and laboratory work): 8-12 hours. Discussion groups: 3 hours per week.