ANIML SC 3018RW - Pig Production - Science into Management III

Roseworthy Campus - Summer - 2016

Pork is the most consumed meat in the world and the second largest agricultural commodity. The management of modern pork production systems is based on detailed information on all aspects of the enterprise, including genetics and breeding, animal nutrition and growth performance, environmental and welfare requirements, health status, reproductive efficiency and product (meat) quality. This course will consider the advantages and disadvantages of various modern pork production systems (including welfare considerations, economic factors, the demand for product consistency, food safety issues, and other consumer expectations). The main factors that are required for the successful management of pigs are discussed, focusing on the management of suckling piglet, the weaner/grower pig and the breeding sow. This course is offered by the National Centre for Pork Industry Training and Education, based at Roseworthy Campus. It includes lectures; site visits to commercial operations, and other practical sessions. It is intended that students completing the course will understand both commercial pork production and the science that underlies it.

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Course Details

Course Code	ANIML SC 3018RW
Course	Pig Production - Science into Management III
Coordinating Unit	School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Term	Summer
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Roseworthy Campus
Units	3
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Incompatible	ANIML SC 3001RW
Assumed Knowledge	ANIML SC 2503RW

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Will van Wettere

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	To understand the science underlying the genetics, reproduction, nutrition, environment & health of pigs
2	To understand how these inputs can be manipulated to improve the efficiency of a pork production enterprise
3	To understand how these inputs fit together into a complete enterprise that can be analysed
4	To understand the impact of contemporary issues (e.g. animal welfare, antibiotic use & effluentpollution of the local environment) on the pork enterprise

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Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1, 4
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	3
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	3,4
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	3,4

Learning & Teaching Modes

Intensive 15 days course.

Two weeks involve lectures, tutorials and field visit. The third week is used for students to complete their assignment which includes tutorial based availability of the course co-ordinator.

Practical hands-on exercises and field trips support and reinforce lecture content; the piggery consultancy assignment allows problem-based integration and application of lecture and practical material.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

A student enrolled in this course will be expected to attend each scheduled day of activities (approx 8hrs per day) for the formal contact time required for the course (e.g., lectures and practicals). In addition, a student will have to undertake non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision) for the preparation of the assignment and revision for the exam.

Learning Activities Summary

Monday, January 13	Pig Industry Overview
	Introduction to the piggery consultancy assignment
	Pig production facility visit - Roseworthy
Tuesday, January 14	Pig Reproduction
Tuesday, January 14	Oestrus detection, mating & AI demonstration
Wednesday, January 15	Pig Reproduction (continued)
	Virtual piggery tour 1
	Piggery consultancy assignment tutorial
Thursday, January 16	Pig Genetics
Thursday, January 16	Visit to SABOR AI station, Clare
Friday, January 17	Pig Nutrition
Friday, January 17	Visit to Laucke feedmill, Sheaoak Log
Monday, January 20	Visit to a large commercial piggery
Tuesday, January 21	Practical pig nutrition
Tuesday, January 21	Piggery consultation assignment tutorial
Wednesday, January 22	Pig Health
Wednesday, January 22	Post mortem of pig
Thursday, January 23	Pig buildings/environment/welfare
Thursday, January 23	Pig carcasses/meat
Friday, January 24	Visit to Big River Pork abattoir
Friday, January 24	Piggery consultancy assignment tutorial

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Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Type of assessment	Percentage of total assessment for grading purposes	Hurdle Yes or No or part of a combined hurdle	Outcomes being assessed / achieved	Approximate Timing of Assessment
Theory Examination	Summative	50%	No	1-4	Three weeks after course has been completed
Piggery Consultancy Assignment	Summative	50%	No	1-3	Week 3

Assessment Detail

Dates for the submission of the assignment and the theory exam are negotiated with students at the beginning of the course.

Theory Examination – 3 hours

Piggery Consultancy Assignment – guidelines will be provided at the beginning of the course.

Replacement/Additional Assessment Exams
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Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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