Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Aims
This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental role of nutrition in animal growth, production and health. Discuss the principles of nutrient requirements and metabolism, causes and consequences of deficiencies and major classes of animal feed.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Describe and discuss the nutritional requirements and metabolism of a range animal models: 1,2,3Evaluate the composition of common animal feedstuffs: 1Discuss causes and consequences of nutrient deficiencies in animals: 2,3Explain the role of nutrition in health and diet-related diseases in different animals: 2,3
Active learning:12x 1hr: In-situ problem-based learning tutorials1x 3hr: In-situ workshops 2x 2hr: In-situ tutorials, seminars, debate, and discussion2x 1hr: In-situ tutorials3x 2 hrs: preparation and reflection from 3 labs delivered as part of LSC 20107 Core Practical Skills, but linked with this module 8x 5 hrs: engagement with asynchronously delivered sessions Independent learning:12x 3 hrs: preparation for case-based learning tutorials 4x 2 hrs: reflection from tutorials, workshops and seminars 15 hrs: completion of assessment 1 24 hrs: completion of assessment 2
Description of Module Assessment
1: Portfolio weighted 40%Ration formulation portfolioStudents will be assessed individually on their ability to formulate an animal feed. The answer should have 1000-word commentary and discussion section to explain the rationale behind the feed formulation and test student¿s ability to research information. Formulating animal rations involves selecting and combining a number of feedstuffs to meet the animal requirements at the lowest possible cost, for the most economical level of production.
2: Report weighted 60%Problem-Based Report with a Reflective SummaryStudents will select one of the problem-based learning scenarios delivered across this module as the basis of their report. These problem-based scenarios are designed to test the student's ability to independently investigate biological sciences scenarios according to problem-based learning principles.
Student required to write a 1500-word problem-based report with a 200-word reflective summary on the problem-based learning.
3: Attendance Only weighted 0%Class ParticipationStudents will have the opportunity to take on the roles of scribe, chair and group member during tutorials. The tutor will judge their level of participation in the PBL process across the whole year, including their participation in group discussions, preparation for tutorials, and communication and problem-solving skills to ensure that it is at an acceptable level to meet professional body requirements.