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MODULE
TITLE
MODULE
CODE
DATE OF
APPROVAL
SCHOOL
MR1205(L4)
VERSION
NUMBER
28 May 2009
Built & Natural
Environment
20 Credits
PARTNER
INSTITUTION
Myerscough College
None
Prerequisites
None
Excluded
Combinations
None
MODULE AIMS
Modern day management of horses often results in equine behavioural problems and the range of
behavioural problems has a wide impact on equine welfare. Developing understanding of innate
equine behaviour and methods of behavioural training could vastly improve equine welfare for the
horses concerned. This module aims to develop application of training techniques as a solution to
given behavioural problems. This will be achieved through developing an understanding of a range of
training methods and behavioural modification techniques.
MODULE CONTENT
1
Behavioural traits
1.1 Normal
1.2 The stress response
1.3 Stereotypic
Training Methods
2.1 Traditional methods
2.2 Modern and controversial methods
2.3 Use and abuse of training aids
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this module a student will be able to:
1.
Identify and justify various behavioural modification techniques
2.
3.
4.
Discuss a range of modern, traditional and controversial training techniques and discuss the
link between these and behaviour
5.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
The method of assessment for this module has been designed to test all the learning outcomes.
Students must demonstrate successful achievement of these learning outcomes to pass the module.
Number of
Assessments
Form of
Assessment
%
weighting
Assignment
1
30%
Assignment
2
Exam
Size of
Assessment/Duration/
Wordcount (indicative
only)
Category of
assessment
Learning
Outcomes being
assessed
Written assignment
2000 words
Coursework
1 and 5
20%
Presentation
Practical
Assessment
3 and 4
50%
2 hours
Written
exam
1, 2, 3 and 4
APPENDIX
MODULE CODE:
MR1205(L4)
MODULE TITLE:
Stefanie Tinsley
Semester Long
Year long
Other (please indicate pattern
of delivery)
Semester 1
Semester 2 Semester 3
Semester 1 & 2
Semester 2 & 3
No of
hours
A series of lectures and seminars will provide essential module information. This will be
supported by practical exercises, group learning activities and individual project work. Core
academic skills will be developed through the use of subject specific literature, student led
presentations and guided tasks. These will enable students to understand key concepts
and theories, evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems and
communicate the outcomes clearly using structured arguments. A virtual learning
environment will also provide a range of additional lecture notes, relevant literature,
self-assessment activities, and links to online resources.
The diversity of teaching approaches combined with individual study will ensure all module
aims are achieved and a rigorous approach to the acquisition of a range of subject specific,
cognitive and transferable skills.
Lecture 3 hours per week plus Practical/Tutorial Session 2 hours per week
75
75
35
35
55
125
200
OTHER PUBLICATIONS
JOURNALS
Animal Welfare
Applied Animal Behaviour Science
British Veterinary Journal
Equine Veterinary Education
Equine Veterinary Journal
Journal of Animal Science
Veterinary Record
Equus
Horse and Hound
Horsetalk
In Practice