Animal Husbandry I (Anatomy and Physiology) Course Online
Why study this Animal Anatomy and Physiology course?
If you are an animal enthusiast, pet owner, or aspiring veterinarian, farmer, or scientist, then CourseStream’s online Animal Husbandry A course is designed for you!
This animal anatomy and physiology course will teach you everything you need to understand the internals and externals of a variety of agricultural species. Moreover, this course will also give you the understanding of how these different parts function, how they differentiate from other animals, and how animals grow and develop.
With the support of tutors who are practicing Australian veterinarians, this Animal Husbandry course will teach you about the physical components of mammals and other animals, including cells, tissues, systems, and growth and development.
Whether you want to work with or research animals for a living or get a head start on tertiary studies, learning with CourseStream will have a positive impact on your future.
What will you learn?
While studying this online Animal Husbandry course, you will learn all about the anatomy and physiology of domestic, wild, and farm animals. You will become familiar with animal cells and tissues, as well as the systems of the body.
The systems covered in this course include the digestive system, with a focus on the function of each organ, types of stomachs, and uses for biproducts of animal digestion. You will also study the reproductive and endocrine systems, including breeding, reproductive diseases, and
animal growth.
After completing this course, you will have a thorough understanding of the skeletal system, nervous system, circulatory system, urinary/renal system, nervous system, and respiratory system.
Finally, Animal Husbandry A students learn about the muscles of different species and classes of animal. You will develop a strong knowledge of the types of muscles that exist in the bodies of various animals, as well as the structure and quality of meat in livestock and farm animals.
Who is this online Animal Husbandry course for?
CourseStream’s online Animal Husbandry A course is designed for professionals and volunteers who work with animals and desire to improve their skills and knowledge. Farmers, butchers, agriculture professionals, animal shelter volunteers, animal handlers, veterinary receptionists, pet foster carers, and more will be able to apply the skills learned in this course to their careers. The skills you learn will create new opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
In addition to current professionals in animal-related fields, this course is also suitable for anyone considering a career as a farmhand or animal attendant. The Animal Husbandry A course is an ideal starting point for those hoping to undertake further university or college study in veterinary technology, agriculture, animal science, biology, ecology, or zoology. You will be introduced to concepts covered in tertiary-level courses, giving you a head start to help you succeed.
Course Aims:
Discuss the physical components of mammals and other animals, including cells and tissues.
Explain the digestive system of more than one type of animal, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe the circulatory system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the urinary system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the nervous system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the respiratory system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the reproductive system of animals, including structure and function.
Explain the muscular system in animals, including the structure and function of muscles, and meat quality.
Explain the skeletal system of a typical mammal, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe the biological mechanisms underlying the growth and development of animals and explain the endocrine system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe differences between different types of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Course Structure
There are 11 lessons in this course:
Introduction to cells & tissues
livestock classes
livestock products
interrelationship between crops and livestock
cells and tissues
special properties of cells
osmosis
nutrient waste
The Digestive System
digestive system
mouth, tongue, teeth,
oesophagus
simple stomach
small intestine
large intestine
ruminant stomach
accessory organs of the digestive system
digestion
absorption and utilisation in the simple stomach
enzymes
breakdown by microorganisms
digestion, absorption and utilisation in the ruminant stomach
mechanical action
action of micro-organisms
utilisation of the end products of digestion
The Circulatory System
circulatory system
composition of blood
functions of blood
clotting mechanism
immunity
blood vessels
arteries
veins
capillaries
physiology of the circulatory system
rates of heart beats
spleen
lymphatic system
circulatory networks
The Urinary System
anatomy of the urinary system
kidneys
ureter
bladder
physiology of urinary system
excretion in different animals
The Nervous System
central and peripheral nervous system
main parts of the nervous system
neurons
sensory neurons
motor neurons
central nervous system
the brain
spinal cord
peripheral nervous system
cranial nerves
spinal nerves
autonomic nervous system
reflex actions
endocrine system
structure and function of the ear
hearing
structure and function of the eye
the iris
structure and function of the nose
Respiration
anatomy of respiration
trachea
bronchial tree
lungs
physiology of respiration
gaseous exchange
rate and depth of breathing
The Reproductive System
anatomy of the male reproductive system
testes
accessory organs
penis
physiology of male reproductive system
hormone production
sperm production
erection
ejaculation
fertility problems in males
venereal diseases
other diseases
injury
physical immaturity
emotional immaturity
nutrition
poor handling
anatomy of female reproductive system
ovaries
fallopian tubes
uterus
cervix
physiology of the female reproductive system
ovulation, oestrus cycle
fertility problems, difficulties conceiving
venereal and other diseases
physical abnormalities
nutrition
inability to carry a foetus to full-term
pregnancy and parturition
fertilisation
pregnancy
parturition
birth process
difficult births
structure of the mammary glands
secretion of milk
milk ejection
reproduction data for cows, sows and ewes
Muscles & Meat
muscles and meat
smooth muscle
striated voluntary muscle
cardiac muscle
structure of meat
dressing out percentage
composition of the beef animal
meat quality and tenderness
juiciness
flavour
cuts and joints of meat
The Skeleton
bones
how bones are formed
anatomy of bones
fractures and fracture healing
five types of bone
joints of bone
the skeleton
dentition
the dental formula
cattle
dental formula of an ox and cow
eruption of permanent teeth
pigs
Animal Growth, Development, and the Endocrine System
Why study this Animal Anatomy and Physiology course?
If you are an animal enthusiast, pet owner, or aspiring veterinarian, farmer, or scientist, then CourseStream’s online Animal Husbandry A course is designed for you!
This animal anatomy and physiology course will teach you everything you need to understand the internals and externals of a variety of agricultural species. Moreover, this course will also give you the understanding of how these different parts function, how they differentiate from other animals, and how animals grow and develop.
With the support of tutors who are practicing Australian veterinarians, this Animal Husbandry course will teach you about the physical components of mammals and other animals, including cells, tissues, systems, and growth and development.
Whether you want to work with or research animals for a living or get a head start on tertiary studies, learning with CourseStream will have a positive impact on your future.
What will you learn?
While studying this online Animal Husbandry course, you will learn all about the anatomy and physiology of domestic, wild, and farm animals. You will become familiar with animal cells and tissues, as well as the systems of the body.
The systems covered in this course include the digestive system, with a focus on the function of each organ, types of stomachs, and uses for biproducts of animal digestion. You will also study the reproductive and endocrine systems, including breeding, reproductive diseases, and
animal growth.
After completing this course, you will have a thorough understanding of the skeletal system, nervous system, circulatory system, urinary/renal system, nervous system, and respiratory system.
Finally, Animal Husbandry A students learn about the muscles of different species and classes of animal. You will develop a strong knowledge of the types of muscles that exist in the bodies of various animals, as well as the structure and quality of meat in livestock and farm animals.
Who is this online Animal Husbandry course for?
CourseStream’s online Animal Husbandry A course is designed for professionals and volunteers who work with animals and desire to improve their skills and knowledge. Farmers, butchers, agriculture professionals, animal shelter volunteers, animal handlers, veterinary receptionists, pet foster carers, and more will be able to apply the skills learned in this course to their careers. The skills you learn will create new opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
In addition to current professionals in animal-related fields, this course is also suitable for anyone considering a career as a farmhand or animal attendant. The Animal Husbandry A course is an ideal starting point for those hoping to undertake further university or college study in veterinary technology, agriculture, animal science, biology, ecology, or zoology. You will be introduced to concepts covered in tertiary-level courses, giving you a head start to help you succeed.
Course Aims:
Discuss the physical components of mammals and other animals, including cells and tissues.
Explain the digestive system of more than one type of animal, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe the circulatory system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the urinary system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the nervous system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the respiratory system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Explain the reproductive system of animals, including structure and function.
Explain the muscular system in animals, including the structure and function of muscles, and meat quality.
Explain the skeletal system of a typical mammal, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe the biological mechanisms underlying the growth and development of animals and explain the endocrine system of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Describe differences between different types of animals, in terms of both structure and function.
Course Structure
There are 11 lessons in this course:
Introduction to cells & tissues
livestock classes
livestock products
interrelationship between crops and livestock
cells and tissues
special properties of cells
osmosis
nutrient waste
The Digestive System
digestive system
mouth, tongue, teeth,
oesophagus
simple stomach
small intestine
large intestine
ruminant stomach
accessory organs of the digestive system
digestion
absorption and utilisation in the simple stomach
enzymes
breakdown by microorganisms
digestion, absorption and utilisation in the ruminant stomach
mechanical action
action of micro-organisms
utilisation of the end products of digestion
The Circulatory System
circulatory system
composition of blood
functions of blood
clotting mechanism
immunity
blood vessels
arteries
veins
capillaries
physiology of the circulatory system
rates of heart beats
spleen
lymphatic system
circulatory networks
The Urinary System
anatomy of the urinary system
kidneys
ureter
bladder
physiology of urinary system
excretion in different animals
The Nervous System
central and peripheral nervous system
main parts of the nervous system
neurons
sensory neurons
motor neurons
central nervous system
the brain
spinal cord
peripheral nervous system
cranial nerves
spinal nerves
autonomic nervous system
reflex actions
endocrine system
structure and function of the ear
hearing
structure and function of the eye
the iris
structure and function of the nose
Respiration
anatomy of respiration
trachea
bronchial tree
lungs
physiology of respiration
gaseous exchange
rate and depth of breathing
The Reproductive System
anatomy of the male reproductive system
testes
accessory organs
penis
physiology of male reproductive system
hormone production
sperm production
erection
ejaculation
fertility problems in males
venereal diseases
other diseases
injury
physical immaturity
emotional immaturity
nutrition
poor handling
anatomy of female reproductive system
ovaries
fallopian tubes
uterus
cervix
physiology of the female reproductive system
ovulation, oestrus cycle
fertility problems, difficulties conceiving
venereal and other diseases
physical abnormalities
nutrition
inability to carry a foetus to full-term
pregnancy and parturition
fertilisation
pregnancy
parturition
birth process
difficult births
structure of the mammary glands
secretion of milk
milk ejection
reproduction data for cows, sows and ewes
Muscles & Meat
muscles and meat
smooth muscle
striated voluntary muscle
cardiac muscle
structure of meat
dressing out percentage
composition of the beef animal
meat quality and tenderness
juiciness
flavour
cuts and joints of meat
The Skeleton
bones
how bones are formed
anatomy of bones
fractures and fracture healing
five types of bone
joints of bone
the skeleton
dentition
the dental formula
cattle
dental formula of an ox and cow
eruption of permanent teeth
pigs
Animal Growth, Development, and the Endocrine System
