ES2S74 - Livestock Production Systems 01 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ES2S74 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Livestock Production Systems | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Chemical and Environmental Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Earth and Environmental Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Pete Dunford | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2018 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100974 - livestock | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2018 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
To develop an in depth understanding of the main features of livestock production systems and their management.
To build knowledge and understanding of nutrition and reproduction management with common livestock.
To outline how health and welfare can be implemented into livestock production systems.
Give an overview of the economics and marketing options for livestock enterprises.
Content Summary
This module develops the learner’s understanding of livestock production systems and their management. It identifies the key features that are crucial to both physical and financial performance. Nutrition and reproduction management are recognised as underpinning the production process. The importance of ensuring that enterprises are market orientated, assurance scheme aware and animal welfare compliant is also reviewed. The crucial role of grassland management is also recognised and discussed.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 42 |
| Seminar | 6 |
| Fieldwork | 52 |
| Independent Study | 52 |
| Directed Study | 48 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evaluate the factors and resources that are essential contributors to efficient livestock production. |
| LO2 | Investigate breeding policies and analyse the influence of nutrition on common livestock systems. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assignment (CW) | Report (CW) 1 | Evaluate a range of common livestock systems. | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Case Study (CW) 1 | Investigate breeding and nutrition in livestock production. | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case Study (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |