ANIML SC 3530RW - Integrative Domestic and Exotic Animal Studies
Roseworthy Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ANIML SC 3530RW Course Integrative Domestic and Exotic Animal Studies Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 7 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites ANIML SC 1015RW and ANIML SC 1016RW Incompatible ANIML SC 2500RW Restrictions Available to BSc (Animal Behaviour) and BSc (Animal Science) students only Assessment Quizzes, Practical Questions and Activities, Information Sheets, Written Assignment, Theory Exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Eduardo Fernandez
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Compare and contrast the husbandry and welfare practices of companion animals, pets, exotics, and equine species.
2. Describe major medical ailments and diseases of domestic animals and the links between husbandry and disease.
3. Describe the importance of assessing and improving the welfare of exotic animals in captivity.
4. Discuss the positive and negative aspects of domestic animals in society.
5. Use written and oral communication, data collection and analysis, and critical evaluation of information in the context of an animal practitioner (e.g., animal scientist).
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1 - 4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
4, 5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is delivered by face to face lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Some lectures may be delivered online.
There will be 3 hours of lecture content and 3-4 hours of practical classes or workshops per week.
Students are expected to be prepared for practical classes and tutorials so that they are able to participate fully.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3-unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision). Attendance at practicals is compulsory. Approved allowed absence forms are required for any absences from practicals.Learning Activities Summary
• Origins of animal roles in society
• Common diseases of the dog and cat
• Positive and negative impacts of animals in society
• Parasitology of horses, dogs, and cats
• Rodent care and management
• Bird care and management
• Reptile care and management
• Behavioral and Physiological Welfare of Zoo Animals
• Management of horses
• Common diseases of the horse
Practical topics may include:
• Horse handling and examination
• Dog handling and examination
• Rodent / guinea pig handling and examination
• Field visit to zoo, operations unit, or park (if possible)Specific Course Requirements
Students are expected to attend to all animal handling activities. To participate in horse handling activities, students are required to wear overalls and hard-toed boots. Failure to wear these will mean that the student is not able to participate in the activity and will be deemed as having not attended the practical class.
Tours to facilities are considered a practical class. As such, covered shoes (sneakers) are considered the minimum footwear.
Mobile phones are not to be used during a practical class or tour without permission.
Students with known allergies/issues with particular animal groups are encouraged to speak with the Course Co-ordinator.
Practical classes within laboratories require a minimum of sneakers and the wearing of a laboratory gown (that will be supplied). Students must wear any required safety or protective clothing as directed.
Any practicals that involve animal handling will require appropriate footwear and coveralls. It is likely that at some stage your clothes will be exposed to animal fluids and dirt. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assignment Task
Task type
Weighting
Hurdle
Due
Quizzes Formative and summative 20% No Weeks 1-12 Practical questions and activities Formative and summative 10% No Weeks 1-12 Assignment #1: Impact of companion animals in society Formative and summative 20% No Week 6 Assignment #2: Information sheet Formative and summative 20% No Week 12 Theory Exam Summative 30% No Exam period
Assessment Detail
Quizzes (total of 20%)
Students will complete weekly quizzes throughout the semester. Quizzes will consist of 10-20 multiple choice or short answer questions.
Practical questions and activities (total of 10%)
Students will complete short answer question sheets, or online quizzes associated with the practical activities.
Impacts of companion animals in society (20%)
Students will prepare materials of their choice to describe and suggest solutions for a problem caused by companion animals.
Information sheet (20%)
Students will research a specific disease condition in horses, pet birds, reptiles or pocket pets (rats, mice, guinea pigs) and produce an information sheet suitable for horse or pet owners describing the disease and how management practices can prevent and / or correct the problem.
Theory Exam (30%)
The final theory exam will examine all components of the course. It will consist of multiple choice, short answer and long answer questions.Submission
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted, then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of the assignment for each calendar day that the assignment is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days late or more without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the marks available for that assignment.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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