Professional Skills in Animal Science 2

Undergraduate | 2027

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ANIM 2901
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Course ID
209628
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Campus
Roseworthy Campus
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Animal and Vet Sci
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
Yes
Work Integrated Learning hours
Work Integrated Learning hours
80 hours
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This course will develop students’ understanding of the professional, personal and discipline-specific skills relevant to careers in the Animal Science industries. Students will explore career pathways in Animal Science and develop their career planning and communication skills. Students must have completed 80 hours of work experience placements within the Animal Science industries.

  • Career Development and Planning  
  • Careers and Opportunity Awareness
  • Developing Employability Skills 
  • Work Placement 

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate career planning skills and an understanding of the employability attributes required to develop a career pathway in the area of Animal Science
  • Identify and evaluate career pathways, employer expectations and professional opportunities within the Animal Science industries
  • Apply reflective practice in regard to workplace learning experiences
  • Demonstrate effective and professional communication skills
  • Demonstrate competency in discipline relevant professional skills

Prerequisite(s)

  • Must have completed ANIM1000 Animal Handling and Husbandry

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assumed knowledge

N/A

Textbook(s)

N/A

Inherent requirements

Students are required to be vaccinated against Q-fever.

Other resources

N/A

Assessment

  • Assignment – 10%
  • Assignment – 20%
  • Assignment, Assignment – 20%
  • Learning Journal – 40%
  • Skills Demonstration – 10%