Module Information

Module Identifier
BEM7105
Module Title
Livestock Production 2 (Principles and Technology)
Academic Year
2023/2024
Co-ordinator
Dr David Cutress
Semester
Distance Learning
Other Staff
 

Course Delivery

 

Assessment

Assessment Type Assessment length / details Proportion
Semester Assessment Written assessment  Pass Mark = 50% 1500 Words  100%
Supplementary Assessment Written assessment  Pass Mark = 50% 1500 Words  100%

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

Identify the main types of livestock production systems found in the UK.

Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of research into the growth and development of livestock and the potential impacts of the new precision technologies.

Brief description

This module will explore the main types of livestock production systems found in the UK and examine the way in which research is used to develop more efficient livestock production systems. The course will cover a range of topical subjects around the use of precision livestock farming technologies.

Content

Through a series of online lectures, guided reading and quizzes, students will explore:
a. the main types of livestock production systems found in the UK.
b. the importance of research into the growth and development of livestock.
c. potential impacts of the new precision technologies on livestock production.

Module Skills

Skills Type Skills details
Creative Problem Solving The written assessment will pose questions that present theoretical problems for the students to solve.
Critical and analytical thinking Students will be expected to synthesise complex information
Digital capability Students will be required to examine and synthesize quantitative data from a range of publications and databases to develop answers for their written assessment

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 7