Basics of Production Animal Anatomy, Physiology and EthologyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student has knowledge of the basic anatomy of production animals. The student knows the influence of the bodily functions of production animals on animal production and behavior. The student is familiar with the normal vital functions of production animals and is able to identify abnormalities.

The student understands the basic ethology of production animals. The student is able to make observations on the behavior of production animals. The student knows the species-specific behavior of production animals. The student knows the influence environment and care have on production animal behavior.

Content

Cell
Tissues of body
Skin, hair, hooves, nails, claws
Musculoskeletal system
Immunity
Respiration
Digestive system
Reproduction and fertility
Metaboly
Thermoregulation
Species-specific behavior
Behavioral observation
The influence of environment and care on production animal behavior

Qualifications

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Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

0 (fail) The learning requirement for the course is not met.
1 (adequate) The student knows the simple basics of the anatomy and ethology of production animals.
2 (satisfactory) Along with aforementioned, the student is familiar with the anatomy and different ethological models of different production animals.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

(good) Along with aforementioned, the student is familiar with anatomy in practical work.
4 (very good) Along with aforementioned, the student can evaluate the influence of care and feeding on production animal constitution and behavior.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5 (excellent) Along with aforementioned, the student can evaluate the behavior of production animals in farm conditions and the student is aware.