RS11010 - ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS

Module Identifier	RS11010
Module Title	ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
Academic Year	2001/2002
Co-ordinator	Dr Selwyn Williams
Semester	Semester 2 (Taught over 2 semesters)
Pre-Requisite	Entry to a science degree scheme
Assessment	Assignment		20%
	Assignment		20%
	Exam	1.5 Hours	60%

Aims of the module

To give an introduction to farm animal production systems and their design in the context of UK and world agriculture. Particular reference will be made to constraints on production - economic, social, environmental and animal health and welfare. The scope for the application of scientific knowledge and research will be highlighted as a foundation for subsequent modules.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this module students will be able to:

discuss the importance of animal production systems in agricultural enterprises;
identify the main constraints on productivity;
compare efficiency of different systems of production;
identify the scope for the application of the results of rsearch in animal production.

Syllabus / Curriculum design

Thin module taught through the medium of lectures, practicals and visits.

Reading Lists

Books
Allen D. Planned Beef Production and Marketing. Blackwell Scientific
Croston D & Pollott G. Planned Sheep Production. Blackwell Scientific
Webster A J F. Understanding the Dairy Cow. BSP Professional Books