Biology of the horse
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.
Information from the course leader
Välkommen till kursen Hästens biologi!
Kursen startar måndag 28 augusti kl 9.15 i Sal N i Undervisningshuset. För er planering vill vi informera er om ett par saker. Kursens andra dag (tisdag 29 augusti) ska ni få åka på intressanta studiebesök och se olika hästverksamheter. Studiebesöken är obligatoriska och ni blir borta hela dagen. På grund av schematekniska skäl kommer vi att behöva utnyttja en onsdag eftermiddag för en obligatorisk demonstration (13/9 kl 13-15).
Vi ser fram emot en intressant och givande kurs tillsammans med er!
Åsa och Cecilia (kursledare)
Course evaluation
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HV0212-10023 - Course evaluation report
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Additional course evaluations for HV0212
Academic year 2024/2025
Biology of the horse (HV0212-10111)
2024-09-02 - 2024-10-01
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
HV0212 Biology of the horse, 7.5 Credits
Hästens biologiSubjects
Animal Science BiologyEducation cycle
Bachelor’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 7.5 | 0001 |
Advanced study in the main field
First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G2F)
Grading scale
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.
Language
SwedishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to60 credits Animal Science or Biology
7,5 credits animal physiology
7,5 credits animal nutrition
5 credits breeding
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
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 examination and project work together with active 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.
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.
Responsible department
Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics