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Animal Housing and Behaviour
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:00:33
Abstract
The overall goal of this course is to provide general knowledge about the behaviour, housing and welfare of domestic animals.
Objective
Students will: - Understand the basis of animal behaviour and how it is measured - Acquire knowledge of housing systems and management of domestic animals - Get a concept of animal needs and welfare
Content
CONTENTS BEHAVIOR • Fundamentals of animal behavior: mechanisms, development, function and evolution • Overview of the natural behavioural repertoire of various livestock species and the resulting needs • Insights in behavioural studies ANIMAL HUSBANDRY • Fundamentals of animal husbandry • Insight in animal transportation and slaughter BEHAVIOR vs. ANIMAL HUSBANDRY • Adapt the husbandry practices to livestock-specific needs • Recurrent problems in livestock management • Concept of animal welfare PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT: 1 written report (20%) + 1 final examination (80% of grade)
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts/scripts are provided by the the lecturers.
Literature
Specific literature recommendations will be provided by the lecturers as appropriate
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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Animal Housing and Behaviour
This lecture takes place in the first half of the autumn semester.
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1 h weekly |