Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- Gatton
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- Gatton
- Coordinating unit
- Agriculture and Food Sustainability School
Concepts and practices used in the sustainable management of pig and poultry intensive livestock enterprises in Australia. This course will be last offered in external mode in 2024.
Evidence of immunity to Q fever is mandatory for this course. Refer to UQ Student Immunisation Requirements for more information.
Monogastric animals include layer and broiler chickens, and pigs. These species provide more than 50% of animal protein used for human nutrition worldwide. Monogastric production systems are constantly improving in terms of environmental management, animal well-being and production efficiency. In this course, we will discuss the mechanisms by which improvements are made. These include: optimization of performance, reduction in input costs, improvement in environmental impacts, improvement in animal well-being and health, and altered animal product composition and quality. In this course, you will study advanced concepts and practices in intensive and extensive animal production and have a better understanding of the management in production of pigs and poultry. The science of the reproduction, genetics, health, nutrition and welfare that underpins the management of pigs and poultry for the production of meat and eggs will form the basis of the course.
This course has mandatory immunisation requirements due to an increased risk of Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) for students working with animals or in agricultural environments. Students will be asked to provide evidence of immunity to Q fever via my.UQ My Requests as a condition of enrolment in this course. Refer to UQ Student Immunisation Requirements for more information.
Course requirements
Restrictions
Restricted to students who meet mandatory immunisation requirements.
Course staff
Course coordinator
Lecturer
Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh
Dr Marta Navarro
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
It is important that you read the Course Profile thoroughly before you start. Carefully read the Learning Activities summary, as this outlines the areas you should be studying each week. Also, please note when each assessment item is due.
This course will require self-directed learning throughout the semester, and you will have the opportunity to interact with the lecturer during the practical sessions, field trips and zoom live Q&A sessions.ﾠ ﾠ
For all field trips and practical sessions, you are required to wear:
- enclosed footwear (boots are best);ﾠ
- long trousers (not shorts);ﾠ
- a shirt with a collar;ﾠ
- a hat; andﾠ
- sunscreen.ﾠ
All timetabled practical sessions and field trips for second module (pig production systems) from week 8 to week 13, have been identified as high-risk activities for Q-fever exposure.
Mobile phones are not to be used during practical sessions and when on-site visits. Always ask permission before taking pictures.ﾠ
You are required to attend all practical classes and field trips.
If you have any concerns regarding your official timetable or course allocations, or there are no suitable class times available, contact Faculty of Science Timetable science.mytimetable@uq.edu.au for advice.
If you have any questions about missing class activities, please contact your course coordinator.
Aims and outcomes
The aim of this course isﾠto gainﾠan understandingﾠof theﾠconcepts and practices used in the management and intensive production of pigs andﾠpoultry (layers & broiler) and an appreciation of the implications for animal well-being.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Examine the main characteristics, industry targets and important factors affecting monogastric animal (pigs and poultry) production systems
LO2.
Explain management plans regarding general husbandry, nutrition, reproduction and health aspects
LO3.
Analyse the factors affecting the optimisation of product output and quality and reproductive performance
LO4.
Outline environmental effects and the use of buildings in intensive animal production
LO5.
Combine the knowledge to develop husbandry plans for each species, critically analyse the industry structure, related organizations, and the impact of the governmental legislations
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination |
In-Semester Exam - Poultry Module
|
25% |
9/04/2025 2:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Farm visits - Reports / In-Lieu Assignments
|
40% (20% Poultry Report; 20% Piggery Report) |
Poultry farm visit report 4/04/2025 2:00 pm Piggery farm visit report 23/05/2025 2:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Practical/ Demonstration |
Practical assessments: Egg and meat quality assessment - Lab Workbook
|
10% |
30/05/2025 2:00 pm |
| Examination |
Final Exam - Pig Module
|
25% |
End of Semester Exam Period 7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
In-Semester Exam - Poultry Module
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
9/04/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
In-Semester examination will be conducted in week 7 before In-Semester Break: All the poultry content from week 1 to the end of week 6 will be examined during the In-Semester exam and will then be excluded from the final exam.
The exam will be an on-campus exam, at a scheduled on-campus session. Have your UQ student ID card available for all your exams. Students enrolled in In Person delivery must attend the exam in-person.
Short-answer, scenario-based questions will be asked.
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
Refer to Additional course grading information – ‘Course Grading Rules and Assessment Hurdles’.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Materials | Bilingual dictionary |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Farm visits - Reports / In-Lieu Assignments
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 40% (20% Poultry Report; 20% Piggery Report)
- Due date
Poultry farm visit report 4/04/2025 2:00 pm
Piggery farm visit report 23/05/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Farm Visit Reports:
For each farm visit, including poultry and piggery farms, a written report must be submitted. Your report must include the information below:
- Explain the type of the farming system you visited
- Outline and critically analyse the main objectives of the farm including:
- Productivity and Sustainability
- Animal behaviour and welfare
- Costs and benefits
- Product quality
- Advantages and disadvantages of extensive farming to intensive farming
The Marking Criteria will include:
- Understanding of the topic
- Logical and practical format
- Quality of written communication
- Word limit: 1500 words.
- Each report (report 1: Poultry farm visit & Report 2: Piggery farm visit) weighs 20% and together 40% of the final grade.
Submission: Via Turnitin - submission must be by 14:00
Results: students will be advised by email, or via an announcement on the course Blackboard site when results and feedback on their submitted file for this assessment item are available.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Assignment In-Lieu of Excursion:
If you feel unwell, or self-isolating, cannot attend the farm visits, and wish to exchange the field trips to an in-lieu assignment, you MUST contact course coordinator to receive a topic for each module and complete two assignments in-lieu of two farm visit reports.
Assignment in-lieu of excursion: If you exchange to in-lieu assignment and DO NOT join the farm visits. The topic of the assignment will be provided individually when the request to exchange is granted.
Each in-lieu assignment, weight 20% and word limit is 1500 words.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
You must submit your Assessment task, in Blackboard, via the Turnitin link by the submission deadline (14:00). You should also retain an electronic copy of every piece of assessment you submit.
Legal Declaration
By submitting your work via this website, you formally declare that (1) it is your own original work, and no part of the work has been copied from any other source or person except where due acknowledgement is made; (2) no part of the work has been previously submitted for assessment in this or any other institution; and (3) you have read the Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy (https://policies.uq.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=149) and understand its implications.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessment deadlines are firm and must be met. Late submission without permission or non-submission of assessable work will result in penalties being applied. Late submission of assessment will only be granted for documented medical reasons, accident, bereavement, jury service and other circumstances allowed in the UQ Policies and Procedures Library (PPL).
Submission of an Extension of Assessment Due Date (EADD) should be completed online through your My Requests tab via my.UQ Dashboard before the due date of the assessment item.
Practical assessments: Egg and meat quality assessment - Lab Workbook
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
30/05/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L03
Task description
Part A for Poultry Module: Egg quality assessment (Weight 5%)
This practical is about egg quality assessment. Students will be provided with a protocol and trained to use the equipment and make the measurements. Each student will be given 1-2 eggs, and they will conduct the quality measurements, fill in the worksheet and answer few questions in the practical session, have them checked with the tutors, submit the completed lab workbook at the end of the semester.
This portion of the assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Part B for Pig module: Meat quality assessment (Weight 5%)
This practical is about meat quality assessment. Students will be provided with a protocol and trained to use the equipment and make the measurements. Each student will be given pork or chicken meat portion, and they will conduct the quality measurements, fill in the worksheet and answer few questions in the practical session. The Lab workbook will be submitted at the end of the semester.
This portion of the assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission of lab workbook: Via Turnitin - submission must be by 14:00
Results: students will be advised by email, or via an announcement on the course Blackboard site when results and feedback on their submitted file for this assessment item are available.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Students will have their worksheets to be checked and signed off by the tutors within the relevant practical session prior to its completion. A lab workbook including both the egg and the meat quality assessment worksheets will be submitted at the end of the semester to receive the practical assessment marks.
Submission of lab workbook: You must submit your Assessment task, in Blackboard, via the Turnitin link by the submission deadline (14:00). You should also retain an electronic copy of every piece of assessment you submit.
Legal Declaration
By submitting your work via this website, you formally declare that (1) it is your own original work, and no part of the work has been copied from any other source or person except where due acknowledgement is made; (2) no part of the work has been previously submitted for assessment in this or any other institution; and (3) you have read the Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy (https://policies.uq.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=149) and understand its implications.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessment deadlines are firm and must be met. Late submission without permission or non-submission of assessable work will result in penalties being applied. Late submission of assessment will only be granted for documented medical reasons, accident, bereavement, jury service and other circumstances allowed in the UQ Policies and Procedures Library (PPL).
Submission of an Extension of Assessment Due Date (EADD) should be completed online through your My Requests tab via my.UQ Dashboard before the due date of the assessment item.
Final Exam - Pig Module
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
End Semester Examination includes: All the pig content from week 8 to week 13. Final examination does not include the content of the poultry module (week 1 to 7).
Short-answer, scenario-based questions will be asked.
The exam will be an on-campus exam. Have your UQ student ID card available for all your exams. Students enrolled in In Person delivery must attend the exam in-person.
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
Refer to Additional course grading information – ‘Course Grading Rules and Assessment Hurdles’.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - specified written materials permitted |
| Materials | Bilingual dictionary |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 0 - 34% |
| 2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 35% - 46% |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: 47% - 49% OR failure to meet the identified assessment hurdle below. |
| 4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 50% - 64% |
| 5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 65% - 74% |
| 6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 75% - 84% |
| 7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 85% - 100% |
Additional course grading information
Course Grading Rules and Assessment Hurdles
- Students must obtain a passing mark in the combined cumulative result for the In-Semester and Final examinations in order to pass the course.
If a student obtains an overall percentage greater than the cut-offs set to achieve a 4 or higher for the course based on marks from a combination of progressive assessment and examinations and the student does NOT score a passing markﾠin the combined result for the In-Semester and Final examinations, they are unable to achieve a grade higher than a 3 (failing grade) for the course.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Should you fail a course with a grade of 3, you may be eligible for supplementary assessment. Refer to my.UQ for information on supplementary assessment and how to apply.
Supplementary assessment provides an additional opportunity to demonstrate you have achieved all the required learning outcomes for a course.
If you apply and are granted supplementary assessment, the type of supplementary assessment set will consider which learning outcome(s) have not been met.
Supplementary assessment can take any form (such as a written report, oral presentation, examination or other appropriate assessment) and may test specific learning outcomes tailored to the individual student, or all learning outcomes.
To receive a passing grade of 3S4, you must obtain a mark of 50% or more on the supplementary assessment.
Additional assessment information
Please note the following when writing assignments
You must not re-use past work from previous assessments in your assignments.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
All reported work must be done by the individual student. Assignments that look and sound alike will be reported as plagiarism – a serious offence at UQ. Please note the university’s policy on academic integrity and plagiarism which can be accessed at Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy.
Turnitin
Assignments that are required to be submitted through TurnItIn, must only be uploaded to the assessment specific Turnitin link on the relevant course Blackboard site. If you submit any version of your assessment item to any alternative Turnitin link, this is considered cheating and you will be held liable for this action.ﾠ
Practical class attendance
You must complete and adhere to the OHS paperwork/relevant inductions to attend practical classes.
For In Person students, there are Practical Classes scheduled as per your timetable. The practicals run for approximately 3-hours (longer where timetabled as so) and may be a combination of laboratory-based and field-based activities. To obtain a grade for the practical classes students must participate and complete the associated exercises (e.g. submitting the practical report in class, attending the required field trips). If you do not participate in a practical class, or do not provide evidence of your attendance (i.e. signing attendance sheet/scanning student ID card at the beginning of your practical session), your report will not be marked.
Practical non-attendance
Students need to submit an assessment extension request on my.UQ > myRequests, for missing a practical session. The Practical sessions are timetabled activities, and if students miss a practical and request exemption/access to online material as relevant, they must provide documentation that shows they were unable to attend the practical on the relevant day. Documentation for ongoing conditions, such as Student Access Plans, are not acceptable evidence for missed Practical sessions.
Feedback in this course
Feedback is welcome in this course as any information on how students find this learning experience is constructive.
Please use the evaluation form provided to you at the end of semester - or if you are enrolled internally, a course evaluation process will occur in the last few weeks of semester.
Release of marks
Unless specifically indicated by the lecturer involved, every attempt will be made to haveﾠthe results for progressive assessment tasks available within 3 weeks of submission. For items of assessment submitted in the last 2 weeks of the semester, the results will be available before the day of your end of semester examination in the course, unless otherwise indicated by the Course Coordinator. Results and feedback availability will be advised to you by email or announced via the course Blackboard site.ﾠ
Re-mark Applications – refer to the University's Re-mark Policy to check your eligibility
Before applying for a remark, students should consider the following:
- You have consulted the course coordinator for feedback
- Your academic grounds for remark have been discussed and are valid
- Wanting a higher grade is not grounds for a remark. A remark can decrease your grade.
Remark applications will not be considered without first having contacted your course Co-ordinator.
Deferred and Supplementary assessment (including Deferred In-Semester Examinations)
Deferred and Supplementary information can be located on theﾠmy.UQﾠwebsite
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Other course materials
If we've listed something under further requirement, you'll need to provide your own.
Required
| Item | Description | Further Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| ANIM2044 Course Blackboard Site | Blackboard is the main method of communication for this course. | |
| ANIM2044 Course Profile | Provides details of specifications, rationale, aims and structure of the course. It also informs you of the assessment for this course, including weighting and due dates. | |
| Protective clothing for practical sessions | Lab coats and enclosed, non-permeable shoes are required for practical sessions. We will provide safety glasses. | own item needed |
Additional learning resources information
Useful references:
Pigs:
- Pork Journal (trade publication)
- Pork News (trade publication) http://www.porknews.com.au/
- National Hog Farmer
- Pig progress http://www.pigprogress.net/
- Pork CRC http://porkcrc.com.au/
- Gardner et al. 1990, Pig Production in Australia.
- Taylor et al. 1994, Plan It – Build It. NSW Agriculture, Tamworth.
- Kruger et al. 1995, Effluent at Work. NSW Agriculture, Tamworth.
- Lewis, AJ & Southern, LL 2001, Swine nutrition, 2nd ed. edn, CRC Press, Boca Raton
- Post Graduate Committee in Veterinary Science 1990. Pig Rations: Assessment and Formulation. University of Sydney.
- National Research Council, Committee on Nutrient Requirements of Swine 2012, Nutrient requirements of swine, 11th rev. edn, National Academies Press, Washington, D.C.
- English et al. 1988, The Growing and Finishing Pig – Improving Efficiency. Farming Press, UK.
- Pluske et al. 2003, Weaning the Piglet – Concepts and Consequences.
- Patience, JF 2012, Feed efficiency in swine, Wageningen Academic, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
- Producers Guide to Pig Production and Nutrition,ﾠAustralian Pork Limited.ﾠhttp://australianpork.com.au/
CD ROMs:
- SUS Multimedia – Pig Series (3 CDs)
Websites:
- http://pigtrop.cirad.fr/ﾠ ﾠ(a good site for tropical pig production)
- https://www.australianpork.com.au/
Poultry:
- Poultry International (trade publication)ﾠhttp://www.wattagnet.com/
- Achieving Sustainable Production of Poultry Meat Volume 1 : Safety, Quality and Sustainability (available at UQ library:https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/uql/reader.action?docID=4825692&query=Achieving+sustainable+production+of+poultry+meat%2C+volume+1%3A+safety%2C+quality+and+sustainability).
- Achieving Sustainable Production of Poultry Meat Volume 2 : Breeding and Nutrition (available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/uql/reader.action?docID=4939129).
- Achieving Sustainable Production of Poultry Meat Volume 3 : Health and Welfareﾠ(available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/uql/reader.action?docID=4987274).
- Achieving Sustainable Production of Eggs Volume 1, Safety and quality (Paper available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00071668.2018.14521910).
- Achieving Sustainable Production of Eggs Volume 2 : Animal Welfare and Sustainabilityﾠ(available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/uql/reader.action?docID=4826347).
- Advances in poultry welfare (available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780081009154/advances-in-poultry-welfare?via=ihub=).
- Welfare of laying hen (available at UQ library:ﾠhttps://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/doi/book/10.1079/9780851998138.0000).ﾠ
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Lecture |
Lecture Series The course includes two modules: Poultry (will be covered in the first half of the semester), and Pigs (will be covered during the second half of the semester). A series of lectures including a recorded video, lecture notes, and quizzes will be uploaded weekly throughout the semester. Please refer to the full timetable in the course Blackboard site. You are expected to spend 10 hours per week (for a 2 unit course) to undertake independent study on each lecture and do the weekly quizzes. Pig module includes lectures by guest lecturers as well. Sub-activity: Course introduction and overview - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Global and Australian poultry market - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Origin and domestication - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Different production systems - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Avian biology - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Breeder husbandry and production - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Fertile eggs and incubation - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Layer husbandry and production - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Broiler husbandry and production - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry nutrition - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry processing - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry products: Egg & meat - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry Welfare - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry Genetics - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Poultry Health - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Biosecurity - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh Global and Australian pork market - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Origin and domestication - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Different production systems- Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Nutrition - sows - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Nutrition - piglets - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Reproduction - gilts - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Reproduction - sows - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Farrowing - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Lactation - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Weaning - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Grow - finish pigs - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Pig health - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Welfare and environmental challenges - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Biosecurity - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Pig effluents - Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh / Dr Marta Navarro Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Not Timetabled |
Weekly optional online quiz Weekly optional quizzes which are MCQ and fill_in_the_blanks questions of the content provided in the corresponding week. Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Fieldwork |
Farm Visit 2 A field trip to visit a piggery - 3 options will be available for students to pick a date. Number of students will be limited for each visit, and you need to enrol for your preferred date. Tentative dates include 26th April, 3rd May, and 10th May. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Practical |
Egg Quality Assessment A lab-based practical session to evaluate egg quality. A set of parameters will be measured using specific tools and techniques. In-prac worksheet will be completed. Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
|
Fieldwork |
Farm visit 1 A field trip to visit a free-range poultry farm including pasture-raised meat chicken and egg production. The date is tentative and to be confirmed. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Practical |
Meat Quality Assessment A lab-based practical session to evaluate meat quality. A set of parameters will be measured using specific tools and techniques. In-prac worksheet will be completed. Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
Course guidelines
Student immunisation requirements
The University policy Vaccination and Immunisation (https://ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/2.60.08-vaccinations-and-immunisation) provides information about immunisation and screening requirements related to programs and courses. Failure to comply with student immunisation requirements can lead to an increased risk of serious illness occurring. Therefore, non-compliance will result in the relevant course/s being dropped from your enrolment under Section 3.2 of the Enrolment policy (https://ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/3.40.11-enrolment).