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ANIML SC 1015RW - Animal Handling & Husbandry I

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Course Code  ANIML SC 1015RW 
Course  Animal Handling & Husbandry I
Coordinating Unit  School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Sciences
Term  Semester 1 2013
Mode  Internal
Level  Undergraduate
Location/s  Roseworthy
Units  3
Contact  Up to 6 hours per week
Prerequisites  Not applicable
Corequisites  Not applicable
Incompatible  Not applicable
Assumed Knowledge  Not applicable
Restrictions  Available to B Sc (Animal Sci) students only
Quota  Not applicable
Course Description The course will provide students with a basic understanding of production animals and horses and the respective industries in Australia and overseas. A general overview of agricultural production will also be covered. Themes to be studied include agricultural systems; the equine industry; ovine, bovine and equine physical examination; agricultural economics; livestock industries; alternative animal industries; animal production and welfare. There will be tutorials covering library and computer based information retrieval skills and specific animal handling topics. Practical exercises will include instruction on the handling of sheep, cattle, horses, and wildlife.

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