LIVESTOCK FARMING : CATTLE
 
Lectured in 2nd year Agriculture and BiotechnologyOptional course agriculture
Theory [A] 50.0
Exercises [B] 25.0
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 110
Studypoints [E] 4
Level  
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer Bavo DE CUYPER
Reference BGLABI02A03502
 
Key words


Objectives
To gain insight in the management, feeding and reproduction of dairy and beef cows.

Topics
The use of the:
- Cattle herds
- Artificial reproduction, parameters of good management
- Milk production and good milking, milk quality
- Nutrition of calves, heifers and beef cattle
- Qualities and use of feed-stuffs
- Feeding strategg and method
- Selection methods for cattle


Prerequisites
None


Final Objectives


Materials used
Teacher's course
Publications about capita selecta


Study costs
Cost: 25.0 EUR
€25.0

Study guidance


Teaching Methods
Lectures


Assessment
Scoring system:
Written examination


Lecturer(s)
Bavo DE CUYPER