|
Generelt
1
Emnebeskrivelse
NAB-3003: Physiological adaptations in reindeer, sheep and goats to grazing in the high north Work Load
10 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical. | Level of course/Year of study
Master''s level. | Language of instruction
Norwegian. | Examination semester
Autumn
| Objectives
Give the students 1) knowledge and insight in physiological aspects bound to the use of domestic grazing animals in the north and methods used in studies of those animals; 2) training in reading and understanding of scientific literature; 3) skills in discussion and oral / written presentations of problems concerning this field of science. | Contents
Physiological adaptations in the domestic ruminants reindeer, sheep and goats, to natural pastures in the north are the main focus of the course. The biology of the reindeer will be emphasized, while relevant comparisons will be made to sheep and goat. The distribution, populations sizes and special traits, physiological and anatomical adaptations to the pasture, the effect of grazing, and interactions between animals and pasture plants will be discussed. Other physiological aspects of living in the north will also be addressed. Important diseases and health problems in reindeer, sheep and goats will be discussed in relation to e.g. co-grazing between the different species. | Coursework requirements
EkskursjonEkskursjonsrapportGjesteforelesninger
| Contact person/lecturer
Student advisor 776 44609 | Recommended reading/syllabus
Syllabus is based on and scientific articles and
chapters of books. |
Teaching autumn 2007
Forelesninger på torsdag 12.15-14 og fredager 9.15-11. Mer praktisk informasjon om emnet vil bli gitt på første oppmøte som også er obligatorisk. Emnet holdes ved minst 5 studenter.
Første oppmøte: torsdag 24. august kl. 10.15 møterom 3. 108 oppe, AAB |
|
