ASC225 Animal Behaviour and Welfare 2 (8)
Prerequisite: VSC112
Enrolment Restriction: Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science, Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) Bachelor of Animal Science, Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours).
This course builds on VSC112 Animal Behaviour and Welfare 1 by developing interest, knowledge and understanding of animal welfare, management and husbandry. The course covers the assessment of animal welfare in the laboratory and on farms, methods used to improve animal welfare and the implementation of good animal welfare practices. This course will also develop the students? knowledge of the scientific process through undertaking an applied animal behaviour research practical. Effective communication is essential for those involved in animal welfare, and in this course students will develop oral and written communication skills on emotive issues of animal use and production.