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Pig Science
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:18:35
Abstract
The overall goal of the course is to provide the essential scientific knowledge of the genetic, physiological and special nutritional aspects of pigs metabolism, animal health and diseases, and of the implications for environment, product quality, housing
Objective
Students will - understand the complex interactions of nutrition, quality traits of products, breeding and reproduction, health management, diseases and husbandry as well as various production systems including economical and environmental aspects and sustainable resource use. - be trained to carry out 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
After the Introduction (Aims of the course, organisation, program, student contribution & evaluation), actual topics that are relevant for pig production will be presented: SGD, Diseases; Breeding: special topics; Economic Aspects; Course on modelling; Castration; Ecology; Introduction BIO; Extensive Pig Production, Industry; Meat Quality; Organic Pig Production; FiBL; Environmental Restrictions; Byproducts & Efficiency and the presentation of Current Dissertations.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts/scripts are being individually distributed by the the lecturers.
Literature
Specific literature is being indicated individually by the lecturers.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Pig Science (FS)
Zusätzlich 2 Tage Blockkurs, nach Vereinbarung
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2 h weekly |