Ethology and anthrozoology 2

Additional course evaluations for HV0186

HV0186 Ethology and anthrozoology 2, 15.0 Credits

Etologi och antrozoologi 2

Syllabus approved

2019-11-14

Subjects

Biology Animal science

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Ethology and anthrozoolog	13.50	1002
Ethological methods	1.50	1003

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

• 75 credits animal science of which at least 7,5 credits ethology
or
• 75 credits biology of which at least 7,5 credits ethology

Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish

Objectives

The purpose of the course is for students to gain in-depth knowledge in ethology and anthrozoology as scientific subjects and what applications these subjects have in society.

On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- describe, discuss and use motivation theories, theories of learning and cognition as well as behavioural ecology to understand animal behaviour,
- use and compare different types of experimental design and observation methods in ethological and anthrozoological research,
- explain, discuss and assess scientific literature in ethology and anthrozoology,
- discuss how human attitudes towards animals have consequences for both animals and humans,
- explain how to become a good communicator / educator towards animal owners and argue for how animal owners can improve communication with their animals,
- independently investigate and convey scientifically based advice on behavioural problems and unwanted behaviour in animals orally and in writing.

Content

The course deals with motivation, learning, cognition and behavioural ecology to shed light on problems that arise in different types of animal husbandry. The students also work with ethological methods that are discussed and compared with regard to advantages and disadvantages when observing different types of behaviours and issues. The course also deals with how evolution and domestication affect our communication with animals. The students analyse and process situations where pet owners experience problems with their animals. Students get to practice independently investigating and giving advice on behaviour and practice communicating with pet owners in different situations. The course contains shorter internships that the student is responsible for organising in consultation with the course leader.

The course includes basic group work according to PBL (Problem-Based Learning), practical elements, lectures, group seminars, as well as project work and many of these elements are compulsory.
Compulsory activities in, for example, exercises, project work and internships.

Within the course, the student practices the following generic competencies: written and oral communication, analysis, problem solving, ethics and critical approach.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed written and oral examination. Passed participation in compulsory course modules.

• 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

Practical elements in the course can consist of internships and study visits. Costs for these may apply.

Responsible department

Department of Animal Environment and Health

Further information

There are no Grading criteria posted for this course