Module Details

Module Code: AGRI6011
Title: Animal Physiology&Nutrition
Long Title: Animal Physiology&Nutrition
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 6210 - Agriculture
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to enable the learner to have an understanding of the functioning of the body systems in ruminant and non ruminant animals.It further builds on the knowledge learned in Animal Management and Agricultural Production in relation to detailed nutrition and animal physiology.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify the structure, function and processes of the major body systems of farm animals.
LO2 Explain the reproductive characteristics of farm animals.
LO3 Explain the factors which affect the rate of farm animal growth.
LO4 Discuss the nutritional requirements of farm animals.
LO5 Interpret the chemical composition and nutritive value of common animal feedstuffs.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12073 AGRI6002 Animal Management
12076 AGRI6023 Agricultural Production
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Structure, functioning and processes of body systems
skeletal system, circulatory system, respiratory system, muscle system, nervous system, digestive system.
Farm animal reproduction
reproductive systems, reproductive process, manipulation of reproductive process, AI/sexed semen, embryo transfer, biotechnology/gene transfer.
Animal growth
cellular structure and growth, tissue structure and growth, growth targets/curves, lean and fat growth, compensatory growth, postmortem physiology, meat cuts and quality.
Non-ruminant nutrition
water requirements, energy requirements, protein requirements, mineral and vitamin requirements, additives, feeding systems, diet specifications, least cost diets, Lysine requirements.
Ruminant nutrition
water requirements, energy requirements, protein requirements PDI system, mineral and vitamin requirements, additives, feeding systems, diet specifications, least cost diets, concentrate supplementation, forage quality, silage analysis,
Alternative forages and by-products
maize, whole crop, urea treated whole crop, brassicas, root crops, novel feeds.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Use of Nutrition Program for ruminant feed budget.
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
MCQ relating to the body systems of animals, reproductive characteristics and animal growth
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based and outdoor instruction sessions Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Students are expected to do a further 3 hours of self-directed, independent learning weekly. The lecturer will at times indicate to the students areas that require particular attention. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based instruction Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Learner follows guidelines as set out in lecture Every Week 4.00 4
Tutorial Contact Tutorial Session Every Second Week 1.00 2
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Wilson G. Pond, David B. Church, Kevin R. Pond, Patricia A. Schoknecht. Basic Animla Nutrition and Feeding, 5th. [ISBN: 978-047121539].
  • Joel Ira Weller. (2016), Genomic Selection in Animals, Wiley Blackwell, [ISBN: 978-047096007].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Philips, C.J. C.. (2001), Principles of cattle production, CABI.
  • McDonald, P., Edwards, R.A. and Greenhalgh, J.F.D.. (2002), Animal Nutrition 6th Edition, Essex Education.
  • MAFF. (1995), Energy and protein requirements of ruminants, CABI.
  • Webster, J.. (1993), Understanding the dairy cow, Blackwell Publications.
  • Church, D.C.. (1994), Digestive Physiology and Nutrition of Ruminants, O & B Corvallis, Oregon.
  • Frame, J.. (1992), Improved grassland management.
  • Hopkins, A.. (2000), Grass: its production and utilization 3rd edition.
  • Nash, M.. (1985), Crop conservation and storage 2nd Edition.
  • AFRC. (1993), Energy and protein requirements of ruminants, CAB.
  • Wallis, M.B.. (1998), Dalton's introduction to practical animal breeding, Blackwell Science.
  • Gordon, I.. (1997), Controlled reproduction in farm animals Vol1-4, CABI.
  • Simm, G.. (1998), Genetic improvement in cattle and sheep, Ipswick: Farming Press.
  • Chamberlain, A.T. and Wilkinson, J.M.. (1996), Feeding the Dairy Cow, Chalcombe Publications.
  • Orskov, E.R.. (1998), The feeding of ruminants, principles and practice, Chalcombe Publications.
  • Clive J.C. Phillips. (2016), Nutrition and the Welfare of Farm Animals, Springer, [ISBN: 978-33192735].
  • David Tisch. Animal Feeds, Feeding and Nutrition, and Ration Evaluation, [ISBN: 978-140182640].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • website, http://www.teagasc.ie.
  • website, http://www.calfnotes.com.
  • website, http://www.thepigsite.com.
  • website, http://www.icbf.com.
  • website, http://www.bordbia.ie.
  • website, http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/.
  • website, http://www.agriculture.gov.ie.
  • website, http://www.europa.eu.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BAGRI_7 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture 3 Mandatory
CR_BAGRI_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Agriculture 3 Mandatory