The biology of the horse

Additional course evaluations for HV0180

HV0180 The biology of the horse, 7.5 Credits

Hästens biologi

Syllabus approved

2019-11-14

Subjects

Biology Animal science

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, at least 60 credits from first-cycle courses as entry requirements(G2F)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to:
- 80 hp Animal Science or 80 hp Biology, of which at least 7,5 hp animal physiology, 5 hp breeding, and 7,5 hp nutrition

Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish

Objectives

The course gives the student basic knowledge about the biology, ethology, feeding, breeding and management of the healthy horse.
After the course, the student should be able to:
- describe the anatomy, physiology, reproduction biology and behaviour of the healthy horse
- describe and apply principles for breeding objectives and methods used within horse breeding
- give an overview of the horse’s common diseases, injuries and genetic defects
- describe the horse’s nutritional needs, feeding and digestion
- perform body condition scoring and visitation of the horse
- suggest measures for a sustainable horse keeping

Content

The teaching comprises lectures, exercises, group discussions and projects. Managing organs and live animals may be included in the course. The course gives an introduction to Swedish horse industry and treats subject areas such as anatomy and physiology, ethology, breeding, reproduction, feeding, pasture management and horse keeping. Through the entire course, sustainability, health and welfare are key elements. The students are trained in critically reviewing and suggesting improvements in horse keeping systems.
Mandatory moments are included.

In the course the students practice management of horses and the following generic competences: scientific approach, scientific writing and oral presentation.

Formats and requirements for examination

Approved examination and project and active participation in mandatory activities.

• If the student fails a test, the examiner may give the student a supplementary assignment, provided this is possible and there is reason to do so.
• If the student has been granted special educational support because of a disability, the examiner has the right to offer the student an adapted test, or provide an alternative assessment.
• If changes are made to this course syllabus, or if the course is closed, SLU shall decide on transitional rules for examination of students admitted under this syllabus but 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 more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Other information

• The right to take part in teaching and/or supervision only applies to the course date to which the student has been admitted and registered on.
• If there are special reasons, the student may take part in course components that require compulsory attendance at a later date. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Additional information

Students that have passed the physiology part of the course "Djurens biologi 3 - fysiologi" has the necessary knowledge of physiology. Students that have passed the course "Djurens nutrition" 7,5 hp, HV0129 or "Djurens utfodring" 7,5 hp, HV0130 has the necessary knowledge in nutrition. Students that have passed the course "Avel 1" 7,5 hp, HV0131 or "Avel 2" 7,5 hp, HV0132 has the necessary knowledge in breeding.

Responsible department

Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics

Further information

There are no Grading criteria posted for this course