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Ruminant Science (HS)
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:13:13
Abstract
The course provides the scientific basis of the central aspects of reproduction, husbandry and nutrition physiology of ruminants, and of the implications for animal welfare, product quality, breeding programs, and organic livestock systems. Means of knowledge transfer include interdisciplinary approaches, disciplinary parts, web-based learning and self-study.
Objective
At the end of the course the students are able to apply, by a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms, their knowledge in various fields of ruminant science. They will be able to develop and recommend best strategies for breeding programs, feed formulation, improving forage quality, increasing animal health and welfare etc. They will be trained to carry out interdisciplinary and disciplinary research at the highest level. The course Ruminant Science (FS) offered in spring has a similar structure but is complementary to this course.
Content
Fields (contact hours) - Introduction: 2 h - Interdisciplinary topics: 12 h - Lameness - Fertility in Cows - Food Intake of Ruminants - Disciplinary topics: 36 h - Ruminant Husbandry: 16 h - Ruminant Nutrition Physiology: 10 h - Reproduction in Ruminants: 8 h - Lectures held by the students: 4 h In summary - Contact hours: 52 h - Self-study within semester: 30 h (especially preparation for the interdisciplinary courses and the own lecture) - Self-study in semester break: 38 h Total: 120 h
Resources
Lecture Notes
Documentations, links and other materials will be provided at the start of the course
Literature
Information on books and other references will be communicated during the course
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Ruminant Science (HS) |
|
4 h weekly |