Good hygienic practises in animal production (5cr)

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

The students can recognise how to use quality systems and own-checking descriptions in practise. They can apply hygienic practises to prevent the spreading of pathogens, to minimise disease pressure and to promote animal health. They can select good designs at farm level. They can identify chemical risks.

Content

• own-checking descriptions and basics of quality system
• chemicals and other methods in controlling pests
• hygienic design of animal premises
• cleaning procedures and chemicals
• hygienic working methods and internal logistics
• prevention of pathogens of external sources

Materials

Course material and reliable information from internet pages in the field.
Dewulf, J. & Van Immerseel, F. 2019. Biosecurity in animal production and veterinary medicine. Glaskow: Bell and Bain Ltd.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Asssigments
Self-study

Employer connections

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Exam schedules

The exam (2 h) is arranged during the last lecture.

Completion alternatives

Approved assingments
Active participation
Exam

Student workload

135 h in total

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students can satisfactorily describe own-checking and quality systems and identify measures needed. They can define cleaning and design procedures needed to prevent animal diseases.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students can sketch own-checking and quality systems. They can distinguish use of cleaning chemicals and other practises in maintaining animal health.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students can select supporting systems for the own-checking and quality systems. They can develop correct procedures to safeguard the biosecurity at farm level.

Qualifications

No previous studies required.