Basics of Chemistry and Biology in Animal Husbandry
Structure Type:
Course
Code:
KA01BKOTU01
Level:
Bachelor
Credits:
3.0 points
Responsible Teacher:
Palander, Samu
Teacher Team:
Rönkä, Teija ; Palander, Samu
Language of Instruction:
Finnish
Learning Outcomes
Students will acquire knowledge of the structure and function of animal cells, organs and tissues, the interaction of animals and their environment, as well as the biological significance of nutrients and nutrition.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
Biological chemistry of animal and its feed; principals of cell biology and heredity; anatomical structure and physiological functions significant to production, such as digestion, metabolism and reproduction; animal behaviour and welfare in relation to housing conditions
Recommended or Required Reading
Lecture notes;
In addition (recommendable):
Happonen, P., Holopainen, M., Sotkas, P., Tenhunen, A., Tihtarinen-Ulmanen, M. & Venäläinen, J. 2005. BIOS 2 Solu ja perinnöllisyys sekä BIOS 4 Ihmisen biologia. Porvoo: WSOY (in Finnish);
Frandson, A.D. & Spurgeon, T.L. 1992. Anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. Philadelphia: Lea & Febiger
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures 70 %, independent study 30 %
Assessment Criteria
At acceptable level the student is able: to describe structure and function of animall cells, tissues and organs and to use correct anatomical and physiological concepts;
to recognize, describe and evaluate factors affecting the interaction of an animal and its housing environment;
to recognize and describe main chemical properties of nutrients and the biological significance of nutrition
Assessment Methods
Written examination (midterm exams or two final exams)