Module Identifier |
RSM1110 |
Module Title |
EQUINE BEHAVIOUR AND WELFARE |
Academic Year |
2001/2002 |
Co-ordinator |
Mr Sebastian McBride |
Semester |
Semester 2 |
Other staff |
Ms Lucy Rees, Mr Sebastian McBride |
Assessment |
Seminar presentation | 1 student seminar presentation | 25% |
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Course work | Poster 1 x 2,000 word essay | 25% |
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Exam | | 50% |
Aims
This module aims to provide the student with:
A basic understanding of the ontogeny of behaviour in the equine, behaviour motivation, the role of the senses, learning and abnormal behaviour. This will be developed on to the recognition of the major behavioural abnormalities in the domestic equine. An awareness of animal welfare issues including bioethics, behavioural needs, suffering, cruelty, stress and legislation will also be expected.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module students should be able to:
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Describe a range of factors associated with equine behaviour
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Understand the relationship between equine behaviour and management
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Recognise the link between animal welfare and behaviour with particular reference to the equine
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Sustain a reasoned and logical argument in connection with animal welfare issues
Syllabus / Curriculum design
This module will be presented as a lecture course. A recognised leader in the field of equine behaviour will deliver 3 lectures and 3 associated afternoon practical periods in equine behaviour. Animal welfare will be taught by staff within the Institute through the media of lectures and student seminars.
Reading Lists
Books
Rees, L. (1984)
The Horse's Mind. Stanley Paul
Moss, R (Ed). (1992)
Livestock Health and Welfare. Longman Scientific and Technical, Harlow, Essex
Fraser, A F & Broom, D M. (1990)
Farm Animal Behaviour and Welfare. 3rd. Bailliere Tindall
Hafez, E S E. (1975)
The Behaviour of Domestic Animals. 3rd. Bailliere Tindall
Journals
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR.
EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL.