VBMS 488 - Exploration of Production Medicine

Institution:

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Description:

1 ( 2 cr III) Lec 2. Prereq: Acceptance to an accredited college of veterinary medicine. Course to be taught at the Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center at Clay Center, Nebraska. Introduction to production medicine and animal health management that weaves together the interrelationship of pasture ecology, animal nutrition, animal well-being, environmental assessment, worker safety, and pre-harvest food safety. Emphasis on the interrelationships between scientific disciplines, and sustainable agriculture. Assessment of normal production potential and health of food producing animals (beef cattle, swine, and sheep) and indicators of abnormal health. Introduction to techniques used to evaluate animal well-being, to computerized information management, and to the veterinarian's role in sustainable agriculture.

Credits:

1.00 - 2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unl.edu/

Phone Number:

(402) 472-7211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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