LSC-20099 - Module Specification
School of Life Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

Within this module you will learn the importance of nutrition in the health of various animals. You will also investigate the role of nutrition in improving production efficiency and minimising the impact on the environment.
You will learn how to produce a ration formulation. This is a vital skill of scientists working in animal nutrition.
This module will supplement the labs that you are doing as part of LSC 20107 Core Practical Skills.

This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental role of nutrition in animal growth, production and health. Discuss the principles of nutrient requirements and metabolism, causes and consequences of deficiencies and major classes of animal feed.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Describe and discuss the nutritional requirements and metabolism of a range animal models: 1,2,3
Evaluate the composition of common animal feedstuffs: 1
Discuss causes and consequences of nutrient deficiencies in animals: 2,3
Explain the role of nutrition in health and diet-related diseases in different animals: 2,3

Study hours

Active learning:
12x 1hr: In-situ problem-based learning tutorials
1x 3hr: In-situ workshops
2x 2hr: In-situ tutorials, seminars, debate, and discussion
2x 1hr: In-situ tutorials
3x 2 hrs: preparation and reflection from 3 labs delivered as part of LSC 20107 Core Practical Skills, but linked with this module
8x 5 hrs: engagement with asynchronously delivered sessions
Independent learning:
12x 3 hrs: preparation for case-based learning tutorials
4x 2 hrs: reflection from tutorials, workshops and seminars
15 hrs: completion of assessment 1
24 hrs: completion of assessment 2

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment