Elements of Stables Building and Technologies for Animal Management
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The purpose of the course is to provide the basic notions for the construction of animal houses in relation to climatic and space requirements, in respect of animal health and welfare, and to provide knowledge of the technologies applicable to companion animals.
Expected learning outcomes
The student will be able to evaluate the quality of the facilities and apply the most suitable technologies for the management of companion animals, with a view to animal health and welfare, in line with current legislation.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
More specific information on the delivery modes of training activities for a.y. 2022-23 will be provided over the coming months, based on the evolution of the public health situation
Course syllabus
Horse breeding - environmental needs and microclimatic parameters
Facilities for horses
Training facilities for the English thoroughbred horse
Environmental conditions of the stables and control of respiratory diseases
Plants for companion animal building: pets and horses. Ventilation systems (dimensioning and types). Disinfection systems
Companion animals (dog, cat and horse) and the application of the technology of precision and sensors
Sensors (acoustic, chemical, electrical and conductivity, mechanical, location, optical, imaging, light, cameras, pressure, temperature
Equipment for the handling, protection, and containment of horses
Facilities and equipment for training and competition
The design of the equine center
Training on a treadmill
The kennels and the cattery: the design criteria
Data science (practical examples of sensor operation, from machine learning to application in the monitoring system)
Visits to clinics and stables for practical application knowledge
Facilities for horses
Training facilities for the English thoroughbred horse
Environmental conditions of the stables and control of respiratory diseases
Plants for companion animal building: pets and horses. Ventilation systems (dimensioning and types). Disinfection systems
Companion animals (dog, cat and horse) and the application of the technology of precision and sensors
Sensors (acoustic, chemical, electrical and conductivity, mechanical, location, optical, imaging, light, cameras, pressure, temperature
Equipment for the handling, protection, and containment of horses
Facilities and equipment for training and competition
The design of the equine center
Training on a treadmill
The kennels and the cattery: the design criteria
Data science (practical examples of sensor operation, from machine learning to application in the monitoring system)
Visits to clinics and stables for practical application knowledge
Prerequisites for admission
No specific prerequisites are required for the lectures related to animal husbandry.
Basic physics knowledge required by Prof.ssa Costa
Basic physics knowledge required by Prof.ssa Costa
Teaching methods
Traditional Lectures and workgroup
Teaching Resources
Slides and scientific papers will be available.
Moreover books as R. Chiumenti - Costruzioni Rurali - Edizioni Edagricole
Ching Francis D.K. - Costruire per illustrazioni - Edizioni Calderini
Moreover books as R. Chiumenti - Costruzioni Rurali - Edizioni Edagricole
Ching Francis D.K. - Costruire per illustrazioni - Edizioni Calderini
Assessment methods and Criteria
Script and discussion of the examination results
AGR/09 - AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND MECHANIZATION
AGR/10 - RURAL BUILDINGS AND AGRO - FOREST LAND PLANNING
AGR/10 - RURAL BUILDINGS AND AGRO - FOREST LAND PLANNING
Practicals: 16 hours
Lessons: 40 hours
Lessons: 40 hours
Professors:
Costa Annamaria, Guarino Marcella Patrizia Maria
Professor(s)