COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Veterinary Medicine

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

DOCTOR YASEMIN ÜSTÜNDAĞ

Offered to

Veterinary Medicine

Course Objective

The main purpose of the course is to make a bond between humans and animals, to understand the body language of animals and provide theoretical knowledge about the mechanisms underlying animal behaviors. Additionally, it aims to enable the accurate interpretation of body language to approach animals in the correct manner and to demonstrate the healthiest way of communication between both species.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Jensen, P. (2017). The Ethology of Domestic Animals: An Introductory Text, CABI Publishing
Cengiz, F. (2002). Etholoji. U.Ü. Veteriner Fakültesi Yayınları, Bursa
Fraser, A.F., Broom, D.M. (1990). Farm Animal Behaviour and Welfare. Third edition. East Kilbride, Scotland
Hafez, E. (1962). The Behaviour of Domestic Animals. Bailliora, Tindal&Cox, London
Randal, D., Burggren, W., French, K. (1997). Eckert Animal Physiology Mechanisms and Adaptations. 4th edition. W.H.Freeman and Company. New York
Schmidt-Nielsen, K. (1997). Animal Physiology. Fifth edition. Cambridge. United Kingdom.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Theoretical expression, question and answer, supported by powerpoint presentations and
course materials.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

Midterm exam (%40)+ Final exam (%60)+ Reintegration exam

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

The responsibility for continuing 70% of the theoretical courses during the semester
belongs to the student. The class time and, if desired, the specified time for the
delivery of homework should be observed. We will act within the framework of the
relevant regulation on unethical behavior that may occur in courses and exams.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

yasemin.ustundag@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

On Fridays between at 10.00-11.00

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes