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Practical Course in Applied Ethology
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Abstract
The course will introduce students to basic concepts of applied ethology and to the assessment of behaviour such as agonistic interaction, nursing or response to novelty. This course will focus on practical observations and use of specific coding software. Students will summarize and share what they have learnt through an oral presentation and reports of practical exercises
Objective
1/ to become familiar with methods used in ethological studies 2/ to carry out live behavioural observations 3/ to illustrate a scientific concept
Content
You will learn about : 1/What applied ethology is, 2/How to measure behaviour and 3/ Basic concept of ethology such as social dominance, affiliation interactions, nursing behaviour, response to stress. This will put in practice using live observations of animals. Students will use coding softwares in order to analyse the observed behaviour. Students will document their observations using photos and videos, which will be used later for an oral presentation and submission of short reports (graded).
Resources
Lecture Notes
Given during the course
Literature
Martin, P.R. and Bateson, P.P.G. 2007. Measuring behaviour: an introductory guide (3rd Edition). Cambridge University Press..
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Practical Course in Applied Ethology
The course takes place at Agro-Vet Strickhof from Monday June 28th to Friday July 2nd, 2021
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No time listed | 40 h semesterly |