This unit of study covers aspects of ruminant management and production, especially sheep, beef and dairy cattle. Basic fish, alpaca and crocodile husbandry is covered in the new animal industry section. The agronomic and ecological principles of the production and utilisation of native and sown pastures are also covered. On successful completion of this Unit of Study students will be able to: Understand the characteristics of the Australian Livestock Industry; Appreciate the role of veterinarians in the livestock industries; Understand how the various husbandry and management techniques can impact on animal welfare and animal production; Consistently display safe and systematic competence in large animal handling; Communicate and interact competently with primary producers. Full day practical handling classes are conducted at the University Farms, Camden, with poultry, sheep, beef and dairy cattle and pastures. Practical classes must be attended by all students and are assessed.

This unit will introduce students to the biology of the cell. Topics include cell structure and cellular metabolism. The cell structure component includes a description of cell membranes and organelles and the cellular metabolism component includes a discussion of metabolic pathways. An introduction to the contribution of the endocrine system to homeostasis of animals via their effects on animal metabolism and physiology will also be described. An understanding of commonly occurring disturbances to the production or action of hormones will be developed with clinical material being used to illustrate normal structure and function.div>