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Pig Science (HS)

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Alexander Grahofer, Dr. Sébastien Goumon
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:34:29

Abstract

The overall goal of the course is to provide the essential scientific knowledge of pig animal health and behaviour and of the implications for husbandry and animal welfare.

Objective

Students will - understand the complex interactions of health management, behaviour and husbandry. - be trained to understand interdisciplinary and disciplinary research. - be able to critically analyze published research data. - be able to present precise scientific reports in oral and written form.

Content

Topics: -Understanding natural behaviour of pigs to improve their management -Welfare challenges in pig production -On-farm and post-mortem health assessment -Farrowing and lactation -Pig reproduction and associated problems -Piglet mortality and morbidity -Emotions -Cognition -Pain There will be 1 excursion to the pig stable of AgroVet Strickhof. The final grade will be based on a poster presentation (30%, mid-semester) and a final written exam (70%, end of semester)

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts/scripts are distributed by the the lecturers.

Literature

Specific literature is indicated by the lecturers.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
One graded compulsory continuous performance assessment: Poster preparation and presentation by pair, during the second half of the semester (30%), exam (70%).

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Pig Science (HS)
  • Tue 10:15-12:00 (LFW C 11)
2 h weekly

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