| Statuss(Aktīvs) | Izdruka | Arhīvs(0) | Studiju plāns Vecais plāns | Kursu katalogs | Vēsture |
| Course title | Animal Biology, Ecology and Ethology III |
| Course code | BiolB002 |
| Credit points (ECTS) | 3 |
| Total Hours in Course | 81 |
| Number of hours for lectures | 0 |
| Number of hours for seminars and practical classes | 0 |
| Number of hours for laboratory classes | 40 |
| Independent study hours | 41 |
| Date of course confirmation | 20/12/2023 |
| Responsible Unit | Preclinical Institute |
| Course developers | |
| Ph.D., doc. Astra Ārne Dr. biol., doc. Inese Cera Bc. biol., pasn. Vita Plivča |
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| Prior knowledge | |
| BiolB004, Animal Biology, Ecology and Ethology II VeteB004, Anatomy of the Domestic Animals III VeteB009, Physiology I |
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| Replaced course | |
| Biol1021 [GBIO1021] Animal Biology, Ecology and Ethology III |
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| Course abstract | |
| To give students an understanding of the biological basis, causes and mechanisms of animal behaviour. To acquire knowledge of species-specific behavioural characteristics of domestic animals and methods of behaviour modification. | |
| Learning outcomes and their assessment | |
| In laboratory works acquire knowledge of the basic principles and patterns of animal behaviour in different species of domestic animals. Skills to evaluate and distinguish normal, species-specific animal behaviour from abnormal or harmful behaviour. Competence in the types of behaviour of different animal species. Ability to advise animal owners on appropriate housing conditions for their animals | |
| Course Content(Calendar) | |
| 1. Introduction. History of ethology. Nobel Prize winners in ethology. Methods of studying animal behaviour. 2 h
2. The role of the sensory system in animal behaviour. Thermoregulation. 4 h 3. Biological rhythms, sleep. The 3R use in animal research. 2 h 4. Development and formation of behaviour. Heredity and environment. 4 h 5. Feeding habits of different domestic animal species. 2 h 6. Reproductive behaviour. Maternal behaviour and care for offspring. 4 h 7. Behaviour of newborn animals. The importance of play behaviour. 2 h 8. Animal communication. Body language. 4 h 9. Organisation of communities. Hierarchy. 1st test on the topic of lessons 1-7. 2 h 10. The importance of welfare in animal behaviour. 4 h 11.Types of undesirable behaviour in different domestic animal species. 2 h 12. Behavioural problems associated with ageing. Animal stress reduction in veterinary practice. 2 h 13. Animal training. 2 h 14. 2nd test on the topic of lessons 8-13. Presentation of homework.4 h |
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| Requirements for awarding credit points | |
| Students must pass two tests (they have to get at least 70%), take an active part in the laboratory works, present their homework. | |
| Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work | |
| Students must submit their chosen topics by the deadline set by the teacher. The presentation must be made using PowerPoint or a similar computer program. During the presentation, the student must present the essential information about the chosen topic and answer questions. | |
| Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes | |
| Students' knowledge and skills are assessed according to the procedures set forth in the laboratory assignments. To pass the course, students must successfully complete two tests (with a minimum score of 70%) and present their homework. | |
| Compulsory reading | |
| 1.Hosey G., etal. Zooanimal behaviour, management and welfare. 2009. 614 p.
2.Wyatt T.D. Pheremones and animal behaviour: Communication by smell and taste. 2003. 815 p. 3.Zorenko T. 2001. Dzīvnieku uzvedība: etoloģijas, zoopsiholoģijas un salīdzinošās psiholoģijas pamati. Rīga.286. lpp. |
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| Further reading | |
| 1. Hosey G., et al. Zoo animals behaviour, management and welfare. Oxford: University Press, 2009. 661 p.
2. Wyatt T.D. Pheroemones and animal behaviour: Communication by smell and taste. Cambridge : University Press: 2003. 391 p. 3. Lapiņa H. Suns, kuru mīlam. Rīga: Avots, 1992. 174 lpp. |
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| Periodicals and other sources | |
| Žurnāli:
Ethology: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14390310 Animal behavior: https://www.journals.elsevier.com/animal-behaviour Applied Animal Behavior Science:https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/applied-animal-behaviour-science |
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| Notes | |
| Compulsory course of second cycle professional higher education study programme Veterinary Medicine. | |