Physiology of Domestic Animals

lvete1373  2023-2024  Louvain-la-Neuve

Physiology of Domestic Animals
11.00 credits
90.0 h + 24.0 h
Q1
Teacher(s)
Language
French
Main themes
The main subjects covered in this course are endocrinology, reproductive physiology, digestive physiology, cardiovascular physiology as well as renal and respiratory physiology. Part 1 (1q - 9 credits - 90-10) : digestive physiology (36h), endocrinology and reproductive physiology (54h) Part 2 (2q- 4 credits- 45-20) : cardiovascular, renal and respiratory physiology
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 Acquisition of competences in domestic animal physiology, in complement to the courses of animal biology, general physiology as well as biochemistry and cellular biology. Preparation to the courses of animal pathology, obstetrics and nutrition that will take place later on.
 
Content
Courses concentrate mainly on domestic mammals (ruminants, pigs, horses, dogs and cats). Other species such as birds and rodents are also addressed. The accent is brought on the importance of the regulation of physiological functions, among others by presenting simple pathological situations.
Other information
Prerequesites: General physiology, Biochemistry and Animal Cellular Biology.
Teaching materials
  • matériel sur moodle
Faculty or entity