Animal Production Systems: Extensive (VETS90123)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
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| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject examines the major extensive animal production systems in Australia and internationally, with a focus on the impact of management practices on the health and welfare of animal populations. Through industry-based placements as well as case-based syndicate work relevant to the major extensive production systems (beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, camelids and goats), students will develop an appreciation of the major determinants of profitability, productivity and sustainability of these industries, be able to describe the basic principles of breeding, management, nutrition, animal welfare and disease control as they relate to extensive animal production systems and be able to specify where veterinary input may be important. Students will gain an understanding of the ethical and legal frameworks that govern the major extensive livestock industries in Australia, assuring the safe, ethical and legal production of food and fibre products.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Describe the major Australian and international extensive animal production industries (beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, camelids and goats), the common production systems within them and the major determinants of profitability, productivity and sustainability
- Describe the basic principles of breeding, management, nutrition, animal welfare and disease control as they relate to extensive animal production systems and specify where veterinary input may be important
- Describe the ethical and legal frameworks that govern the major extensive livestock industries in Australia in order to understand the role of the various players, including veterinarians, in assuring the safe, ethical and legal production of food and fibre products
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should:
- Examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
- Expand their analytical and cognitive skills through learning experiences in diverse subjects
- Be able to seek solutions to problems through the application of knowledge, the ability to initiate and integrate new ideas, an appreciation of the broad picture of science, and an understanding of the importance and application of scientific method
- Demonstrate empathy and concern for animals and people
- Be aware of the global society and be equipped to contribute to it
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the MC-DVETMED Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Corequisites
All students are to enrol into the following corequisite subject, unless directed by the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| VETS90122 | Intro to the Veterinary Profession | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| No longer available |
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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Up to four online quizzes, each equally weighted
| Throughout the semester | 15% |
Group assignment
| Late in the semester 1 | 5% |
Written test
| Mid semester | 25% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 55% |
Aggregate mark Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the subject on aggregate mark. | N/A |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Stuart Barber Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 85 hours of lectures, practical classes and case studies Total time commitment 180 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025