ANIML SC 1016RW - Principles in Animal Behaviour Welfare Ethics I

Roseworthy Campus - Semester 2 - 2014

The course will provide the students with an introduction to the principles of animal ethics, behaviour and welfare. Subject areas which will be covered include introduction to animal welfare; animal welfare issues and current developments; animal welfare legislation; introduction to animal ethics; the history of animal behaviour; introduction to animal behaviour in the wild and domesticated species. Knowledge gained in the lecture material will be put into practice in the practical exercises.

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Course Details

Course Code	ANIML SC 1016RW
Course	Principles in Animal Behaviour Welfare Ethics I
Coordinating Unit	School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Roseworthy Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 6 hours per week
Restrictions	Available to B Sc (Animal Sci) students only
Assessment	Practical test, team based learning, written exam, reflective report

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Susan Hazel

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Outline how the study of animal behaviour has developed historically and use Tinbergen’s four questions to frame hypotheses relating to animal behaviour
2	Understand what an ethogram consists of, and be able to perform and interpret analysis of the behaviour of any animal; and discuss social behaviour and how this varies between different animal species
3	describe the meaning of sentience, and the evidence for varying levels of cognition in animals
4	apply learning theory to the training and management of animals
5	compare and contrast three conceptions of animal welfare: 1) basic health and functioning; 2)affective states, and 3) natural living; and apply and interpret behavioural and physiological measures to aid in determining an animal’s welfare;
6	describe the main philosophical frameworks used in animal ethics and compare and contrast themany factors (culture, public opinion, science, technology, regulation, economics) that influence decisions about animal use and reflect on their own ethical judgements;
7	discuss how we can feed the world sustainably while maintaining animal welfare using a logical andevidence-based approach;
8	demonstrate appropriate written and oral communication skills; and their ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide helpful feedback to other team members

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-8
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	1-8
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	2-8
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	4,5,6-8
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	4,7,8
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1-8
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	2-8
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	2-8

Learning Resources

Required Resources

There are no specific required resources for this course. There are no single textbooks that will provide background to all of the material presented in this course. A list of some useful textbooks will be available in the Course Handbook. Supplementary material will be made available on MyUni. Students are encouraged to read as widely as possible during the course to enable a deeper understanding of the topics presented.
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes

The course will consist of lectures, Team-based learning, tutorials and practicals

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g.,
lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).

Learning Activities Summary
Lecture topics:
- A history of the study of animal behaviour
- Tinbergen’s hypotheses
- Ethology and ethograms
- Nature & Nurture
- Behaviour in important animal species
- Social behaviour
- Affective States,
- Sentience & Cognition
- Behaviour in zoo animals
- Animal Welfare
- Welfare in Zoo animals
- Physiological Measures of Animal Welfare
- Welfare in Lab Animals
- Behavioural Measures of Animal Welfare
- Fur seals in Canada
- Methods of slaughter
- Animal Ethics
- A history of the ethical debate on animal use
- Australian Animal Welfare Strategy
- SA Animal Welfare Act
- Animal welfare and Feral Camels
- Animal welfare in the pig industry
- Human-animal interactions and animal welfare
- Assessment and Promotion of Animal Welfare
- Animal Welfare & Sustainability
Tutorials:
- Tinbergens hypotheses
- Animal welfare and animal rights organisations
- ANZCCART and AEC applications
Practicals:
- Temperament Tests in Dogs
- Animal Welfare Judging Scenarios
- Temperament Tests in Horses
- Behavioural Tests in Mice
- Clicker Training of Chickens
- Halter training of steers
- Behavioural tests in sheep

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Due	Hurdle	Weighting	Learning Outcome
Practical Test	Summative	After mid-semester break	No	10%	1-8
Team Based Learning (TBL)	Formative & Summative	Run over 6-8 weeks	No	20%	1-8
Animal Welfare Scenario	Formative & Summative	Throughout Semester	No	35%	1-8
Written Exam	Summative	End of semester	Yes	35%	1-8

Assessment Related Requirements

Attendance at practicals and tutorials is compulsory. Students are able to apply for an allowed absence from a class by submitting the application form, with appropriate supporting documentation, to the Course Co-ordinator. Application forms can be downloaded from

Assessment Item	Requirement for hurdle	Is additional assessment available if student does not meet hurdle requirement?	Details of additional assessment, if known
Written Exam	50%	Yes	In the form an additional exam

Assessment Detail

Practical Test (10%)
In each practical class students will be given a sheet with questions to answer during that class. Students should use these questions as a guide to what they will be expected to know following each class. In week 10 a practical exam will be held with questions based on each practical class.
NOTE: Attendance at practical classes is compulsory. If students do not attend practical classes without an acceptable reason, they may be unable to sit this practical test.

Animal Welfare Scenario (TOTAL 35%)
The aim of this scenario is to enable students to gain an understanding of the complexities relating to a controversial issue of animal welfare. Students will work in teams of 5-7 and will met with the experienced facilitator up to 8 times. Assessment will include:

Ethical matrix report (team; 10%) this will be a written report using an ethical matrix to define all of the main stakeholders and main effects relating to the scenario.

Final Decision report (team 10%): this report will bring together all of the evidence collected in the ethical matrix to make a decision about the scenario.

Reflective report (individual, 15%): students will reflect on what they learnt about animal welfare, decision making, and their individual and team work during the assignment.

Team Based Learning (TBL; TOTAL 20%)
Team Based Learning (TBL) is a teaching method which encourages active student participation. It is a learner-centred but instructor-led method with structured individual and group accountability.

The components of TBL are:
I. Advanced preparation- students must read preparatory material before coming to class
II. Team formation- teams of 5-7 members are formed using a transparent process ensuring that all teams have a diversity of backgrounds, experiences and abilities among their members
III. Readiness assurance- students take an individual multiple choice test at the beginning of the class, followed by each team taking the same test. IV. Review of learning material- if students have had problems with any specific parts of the multiple choice test this material will be reviewed by the instructor
V. Application exercise- a problem-based exercise is given and students in teams work through a series of challenging questions about the scenario.

Readiness assurance will contribute to 12.5% of the mark and comprise of 50% individual and 50% team. Peer Review will contribute 7.5% of the mark.

Written Examination (35%)
An exam will be conducted at the end of semester to test student’s knowledge and application of all of the material covered during the course.

Submission

No information currently available.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

Student Feedback

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