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Syllabus

HV0129 Animal nutrition, 7.5 Credits

Djurens nutrition

Subjects

Animal Science Biology Animal science Biology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Microbiology	1.5	0202
Nutrition	6.0	0203

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 to provide knowledge of the chemical composition of the feeds and how the metabolism of the nutrients takes place in different animal species. The student should also be provided knowledge of risks in the form of toxins and anti-nutritional substances in feed as well as the microbial status of the feed.

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

• describe relationships between the animals’ cell biology, anatomy, physiology and their ability to utilize various types of feeds,

• account for the basics of the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids,

• describe the role and function in the mineral and vitamin metabolism,

• explain the principles of the energy metabolism and what influences energy requirement

• describe the most common chemical feed analyses and calculated nutritional values

• explain the principles of how anti-nutritional substances are metabolized as well as how they influence the animal,

• account for feed conservation principles,

• discuss the role of microorganisms with regard to occurrence of toxins as well as methods for harvest and storage,

• interpret results of microbiological analyses,

• account for the main environmental impact of production and consumption of feeds as well as evaluate this from a sustainability perspective.

Content

Lectures take place about the nutritional content in feeds and how these are implemented in different animal species. Lectures and exercises take place in analysis and calculation methods for nutrients including the energy concept. Also the contents of the toxic and anti-nutritional substances of feed are treated. The microbial part of the course has focus on feed safety, where lectures and laboratory sessions treat identification of microorganisms and factors that influence the survival of yeast and mold. Be treated finally at a general level the environmental impact that production of feed and feeding gives origin to.

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

In the course, the following general skills are trained: laboratory technique as well as presentation technique.

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 examination of a degree project (independent project), the examiner may also allow the 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 3 credits in microbiology, 2.5 credits in feed science as well as 2 credits in cell biology. The course assumes good knowledge in the animals’ physiology as well as biochemistry.

Responsible department

Department of Animal Nutrition and Management