Pasture and Animal Science unit (KLA615)

Introduction

The unit introduces the science underpinning pasture production and management and the link between pasture or other feedstuffs on animal digestion, feed and nutrient utilisation and productive performance. In the practical classes, students are given the opportunity to perform pasture assessment and experience the methods used to determine the quality of feeds. The practical sessions provide students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge about animal health and nutrition to commercial production scenarios.

Summary

Unit name	Pasture and Animal Science
Unit code	KLA615
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
Discipline	Agriculture and Food Systems
Coordinator	Doctor Harriet Walker
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Classify the botanical composition of a local pasture sward to at least genus level
• Evaluate the relationship between forage and fodder crop composition and nutrient supply with respect to ruminant nutrition.
• Analyse data from scientific literature and experimental data in the area of pasture and animal science.
• Apply the key elements of sustainable grazing systems to support and/or improve animal production.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	2-3x ~50 min seminars or lectures per week 1x 3hr practical, field trip, tutorial or computer lab
Assessment	Test (5%)|Essay (20%)|Scientific report (35%)|Examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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