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Course description

The course will investigate current issues in livestock welfare & health, & how they can impact & constrain animal productivity. It will examine & interpret animal behaviour to increase safety & efficiency & minimise stress in working stock & develop an understanding of the principles of epidemiology, including the importance of the identification, control & prevention of common diseases in livestock herds & feral animals. NOTE: The Intensive offering may involve additional costs associated with its offering in a remote location. (Minimum enrolment required: 5 each for External & Internal mode, 8 for Intensive mode)