Small Ruminant Practicum (11:067:202)
Experiential Learning Course (2 credits)
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Prerequisites
No prerequisites. Students should email shgoswpract@sebs.rutgers.edu for questions.
Other Registration Restrictions
Medical clearance to work with animals is required prior to registering. For information on obtaining this clearance, please read our Working With Animals information sheet. Contact Dr. Aparna Zama (zama@sebs.rutgers.edu) with questions.
Format
Times (two, 3-hour blocks per week) to work with Animal Care Program staff. Hands-on experience is obtained by working with staff in the day-to-day care and management of the Rutgers farm sheep and goat herds.
Description
Practical experience is provided in the daily care of sheep and goats. Formal lectures on animal products/production, nutrition, reproduction, behavior/welfare, health/diseases and field trips supplement and enhance the practical experience.
Examinations: Two graded exams will be given. Please see the syllabus for grading specifics.
Experiential Learning Information
Main PLGs accomplished: 4 and 7
Credits: 2
Syllabus/contract: Syllabus
Student qualifications: None
Faculty: Faculty and farm supervisors
Type of work: Structured animal husbandry
Final assessment document: Graded per instructions in syllabus (A-F)
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