Intensive Animal Production Science 3

Undergraduate | 2026

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ANIM 3009
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Course ID
202938
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Intensive Animal Production Science deals with the application of science to intensive animal production systems. Production systems include pigs, poultry and aquaculture. The management of these systems are discussed in detail, covering all aspects of production, including genetics and breeding, animal nutrition and growth performance, environmental and welfare requirements, health status, reproductive efficiency and product (meat and egg) quality. This course will also consider the advantages and disadvantages of various modern production systems, including biosecurity measures, welfare considerations, economic factors, the demand for product consistency, food safety issues, and other consumer expectations.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the science underlying the genetics, reproduction, nutrition, environment and health of pigs, poultry and aquaculture species
  • Demonstrate how factors such as genetics, environment, nutrition and health can be manipulated to improve the efficiency of an intensive production enterprise
  • Discuss the importance and complexity of biosecurity measures in intensive production enterprises
  • Integrate and assess individual management strategies to design a complete intensive production enterprise that can be analysed
  • Discuss the impact of contemporary issues (e.g. animal welfare, antibiotic use and environmental) and application of new technologies in intensive production enterprises

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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