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Animal Physiology and Growth (ANSC20001)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Formerly DASC20010/BIOL20002
Physiology is the integrative study of the control of normal body function. This subject will examine the functions of different cell types and their interactions in organs and tissues; mechanisms by which organs are controlled and their functions are regulated; thermoregulatory processes and fluid balance; the physiology of the nervous system, of digestion, circulation, respiration, and excretion; the processes of growth and development, and factors that can be manipulated to alter animal performance under normal conditions.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should have:
- working knowledge of structure and normal physiological function of domestic animals
- terminology and basic principles of structure and function in animals
- Functions of different cell types and their interactions in organs and tissues
- Mechanisms by which organ systems are controlled and functions coordinated
- The physiology of the nervous system, of digestion, circulation, respiration, and excretion
- The processes of growth
- Differences in animal performance relating to physiological factors
Generic skills
On completion of the subject the students should have developed the following generic skills:
- Academic excellence
- Greater in-depth understanding of scientific disciplines and of the practical and ethical aspects of working in animal physiology
- The student's flexibility and level of transferable skills should be enhanced through improved time management
- An enhanced ability to communicate ideas effectively in both written and verbal formats
Last updated: 3 June 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI10050 | Agricultural Systems Biology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOL10002 | Biomolecules and Cells | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOL10008 | Introductory Biology: Life's Machinery |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| BIOL10009 | Biology: Life's Machinery |
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
BIOL10004 Biology of Cells and Organisms
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
BIOL20002 DASC20010
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 June 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
5x multiple-choice online quizzes assesing practical work.
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
5 online tests
| Throughout the semester | 30% |
End of semester exam online through LMS
| End of semester | 50% |
Additional details
Last updated: 3 June 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Tina Chamberlain Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 72 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 contact information
Last updated: 3 June 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Animal Physiology: From Genes to Organisms. Sherwood, Klandorf and Yancey 2012
- Subject notes
This subject is available for science credit to students enrolled in the BSc.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Production Animal Health Major Production Animal Science Major Agricultural Economics Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Major Sustainable Production Major Plant and Soil Science - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 June 2023