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Syllabus

HV0130 Animal feeding, 7.5 Credits

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Subjects

Animal Science Biology Animal science Biology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	7.5	0201

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Bachelor’s level (G2F)

Grading scale

Language

Swedish

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent:

- 60 credits in animal science, of which 5 credits in biochemistry

or

- 60 credits in biology, of which 30 credits in zoology and 5 credits in biochemistry

Objectives

The general aim of the course is that the student through an understanding of the chemical composition of feed and the animal’s metabolism, should obtain understanding of the feeding and digestion for production and maintained health of different animal species.

On completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• describe commonly occurring feeds and their nutritional properties,

• account for different process technologies, methods for harvest and storage for animal and vegetable feeds as well as influencing factors for the nutritional and hygienic quality of the feed,

• describe basic preconditions for the nutritional needs as well as the nutrient metabolism of different animal species,

• describe and give proposal on appropriate feed materials to different animal species as well as understand the importance of the hygienic quality of the feed,

• account for the principles of optimisation of a diet and apply these practically,

• critically review scientific and popular literature concerning feeding of animals,

• present an analytical literature study based on research, orally and in writing.

Content

The course gives an overview over how nutrients in different feeds are metabolized and utilized in food producing animals, zoo animals as well as animals for sport and society. In lectures it is described thoroughly how the different animal species are fed. Furthermore, an understanding of methods for production and conservation of feed are given as well as how feed is fed, both through theoretical calculations and study visits at farms as well as at zoo. Exercises take place in ration optimization with and without computer-aid. A project work is carried out in groups of students from different programmes and where articles in the scientific press with relation to feed are reviewed scientifically and from a sustainability perspective.

Compulsory components occur in e.g. group work, presentations, group discussions, projects and study visits.

In the course, the following general skills are trained: Scientific communication as well as oral presentation

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed oral and written examination, passed project work as well as approved participation in compulsory components.

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Transitional provisions

Exams: At least three retake sessions (renewed exams) must be offered within two years of the decision to cancel the course. Compulsory elements: At least one opportunity for a retake session must be offered within two years of the decision to cancel the course.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Additional information

The course includes 6 credits in nutrition as well as 1.5 credits in feed science The course assumes good prior knowledge in the animals’ physiology as well as biochemistry.

Responsible department

Department of Animal Nutrition and Management