Equine Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation (ANIM7118)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2017
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sciences Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
External
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Contact hours
Incompatible
ANIM3039
Assessment methods
Progressive and Final Exam
Course enquiries
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | External | External | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | Gatton | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course provides the underpinning science of equine exercise physiology& its application to training regimens of the equine athlete. Methods of assessing & monitoring fitness are discussed. Biomechanics & its relationship to locomotion, injury & lameness are covered & the knowledge applied to the prevention and management of performance problems including rehabilitation from injury and disease.