Production Animal WelfareLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: LMSB4400
Credits
3 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
Responsible person
- Maiju Kurtti
- Elisa Pajunen
Objective
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Qualifications
-
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Timing
30.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
Teachers
- Elisa Pajunen
- Maiju Kurtti
Groups
-
ZJA24SLNOAvoin amk,Luva, Nonstop, Verkko
-
ZJA25KLNOAvoin amk,Luva, Nonstop, Verkko
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Teachers
- Elisa Pajunen
- Maiju Kurtti
Groups
-
LMS23S1Maaseutuelinkeinot (AMK)
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Teachers
- Elisa Pajunen
- Maiju Kurtti
Groups
-
LMS23KMMaaseutuelinkeinot (AMK)
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
01.09.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
LMS22S1Maaseutuelinkeinot (AMK)
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Timing
30.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
ZJA23SLNOAvoin amk,Luva, Nonstop, Verkko
-
ZJA23SLNO2Avoin amk, Luva, Nonstop 2, Verkko
-
ZJA24KLNO3Avoin amk, Luva, Nonstop 3, Verkko
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
LMS22KMAgrologi (AMK), maaseutuelinkeinot, monimuotototeutus
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 31.05.2023
Timing
30.08.2022 - 31.07.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
ZJA22SLNO1Avoin amk, Nonstop 1, Verkko
-
ZJA22SLNO2Avoin amk, Nonstop 2, Verkko
-
ZJA23KLNO3Avoin amk, Nonstop 3, Verkko
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
03.08.2022 - 26.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
LMS21KMBachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
03.08.2022 - 26.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Agricultural and Rural Industries
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
LMS21S1Maaseutuelinkeinot (AMK)
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Enrollment
02.08.2021 - 05.09.2021
Timing
01.12.2021 - 30.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
LMS20S1Maaseutuelinkeinot
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-
Timing
16.08.2021 - 31.07.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Teachers
- Mirja Riipinen
Groups
-
ZJA21SLNVAvoin AMK, luva, Nuoren viljelijän opinnot
-
ZJA21SLAvoin AMK, luva
Objectives
Purpose of the course
After completing the course, you will be able to evaluate the factors that affect the welfare of most important farm animals. You are able to determine the impact of conditions and the environment on different farm animals according to their production stage and natural needs. You know the basics of animal behavior. You know the laws and regulations governing animal welfare. You know the criteria for assessing well-being.
Competences
Agricultural competence
Learning outcomes
You are able to evaluate the effects of production and conditions on animal welfare and behaviour. You know the essential content of animal welfare laws, regulations and guidelines.
Content
Animal welfare legislation, regulation and guidelines
Conditions for different farm animals
Intrinsic behaviour of different farmed animals
Learning materials and recommended literature
Hulsen, J. 2007. Lehmähavaintoja. Maaseutukeskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1038, WS Bookwell Oy Porvoo
Hulsen, J. & Scheepens, K. 2012. Sikahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liiton julkaisuja nro 1091. Kariston Kirjapaino Oy Hämeenlinna.
Hulsen, J. & Aerden, D. 2014 Ruokintahavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto
Huhtamäki, T., (toim.) 2012. Vasikasta huippulypsylehmäksi . ProAgria Keskusten Liitto.
Frandson, R. D., Wilke, W. L. & Fails, A. D. 2009. Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals. Wiley- Blackwell. Markono Print Media Pte LTD, Singapore.
Saastamoinen, M., Hyyppä, S. ja Teppinen A. 2017: Hevosen ruokinta ja hoito, hyvinvoiva hevonen - tyytyväinen omistaja.ProAgria Keskusten liitto, Ajasto Paperproducts Oy.
Grandin, T. & Deesing, M. 2008. Humane Livestock Handling. Storey Publishing, The United States by Versa Press.
Ekesbo, I. 2011. Farm Animal Behaviour Characteristics for Assessment of Health and Welfare. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
Castrén, H. 1997. Kotieläinten käyttäyttyminen ja hyvinvointi. Helsingin yliopiston julkaisuja 52. Helsingin yliopiston Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus. Mikkeli.
Bestman, M., Ruis, M., Heijmans, J. & van Middelkoop, K. 2010. Kanahavaintoja. Suomen Siipikarjaliitto. Forssa Print, Forssa.
Steenbergen, M. & Hulsen, J. 2012. Hevoshavaintoja. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto, julkaisuja 1122. Karistin Kirjapaino Oy, Hämeenlinna.
Teaching methods
Independent online learning
Alternative completion methods
The course or part of it can be completed on the basis of previous competence or by studying in working life.
Student workload
Independent work and assignments 81 h.
Further information for students
Open University of Applied Sciences 30
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
The learning assignments of the course have been successfully completed, in which case you will be able to evaluate the conditions of different farm animals from the point of view of well-being and behaviour. You are familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines.
Prerequisites
-