Animal Production
Learning outcomes
Students who graduate from Animal Production will be able to:
| No. | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Exhibit a broad and coherent knowledge of animal nutrition, reproduction and body systems and evaluate disturbances to homeostasis that occur from production systems. |
| 2 | Integrate a deep understanding of the principles and concepts of the structure and function of animal body systems to evaluate the responses of animals to environmental factors and stressors. |
| 3 | Optimise meat, milk or fibre production for humans and assess product safety prior to consumption. |
| 4 | Handle production animals in authentic farming settings both individually and as part of diverse teams, conducting themselves in a professional and ethical manner and minimising risk and stress for both human and animal. |
| 5 | Communicate concepts and findings in animal production through a range of modes for a variety of purposes and audiences, using evidence-based arguments that are robust to critique. |
| 6 | Evaluate the impact of animal nutrition and genetics on the health and wellbeing of animals used for production purposes. |
| 7 | Develop solutions for challenges faced by producers across diverse social and cross-cultural settings, applying detailed knowledge of animal farming systems. |
| 8 | Enhance ethical, efficient and sustainable animal production through the application of innovative technologies. |
| 9 | Communicate and advocate for the principles of ethical animal farming by applying best practice, both within and across diverse social and cultural groups. |
| 10 | Address authentic problems in animal production, working responsibly and ethically within diverse, collaborative, interdisciplinary teams. |
