Equine Digestion and Nutrition (P02900)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : VET-P-P02900

This module is designed to provide an in depth knowledge of equine digestion and nutrition, allowing students to pursue careers in research, industry or academia. The anatomy and physiology of the equine alimentary canal will be studied to provide students with a detailed understanding of the equine digestive system. The pathophysiology of selected equine alimentary diseases will also be studied. Information will be given on the nutrient requirements of horses involved in all types of work. Nutrient sources for horses will be discussed, with emphasis placed on the health and welfare issues surrounding the inclusion of various types of feedstuffs in horse diets. Evaluation of the methodologies used to determine the nutritive value of feedstuffs for horses will also be undertaken and will include a review of the current research and ethical issues surrounding experimentation in the horse. Students will also formulate diets for horses performing various activities and will be able to make recommendations on rations for all classes of horses.

Entry Requirements

? Special Arrangements for Entry : This course will be taught entirely by distance learning using the virtual learning environment Web CT as the delivery platform.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Equine Science, (Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Schedule S)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : To be arranged/Unknown

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Sound knowledge of the anatomy of the equine gastrointestinal tract;
Detailed understanding of digestive physiology in the horse;
Understand the nutrient requirements of horses in various types of work;
Recognise and appraise nutrient sources for all types of horses;
Assess the methods used to evaluate the nutritive value of feedstuffs for horses;
Provide recommendations on rations for horses at all levels of work.