Student course "Epidemiology and herd management in pigs"
In a two week intensive course, students of the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation are taught practical knowledge of livestock examination, focussing on the systematic examination of a pig herd, the planning of further diagnostics, the comprehensive interpretation of findings as well as the development of animal health concepts.
Main topics are:
- theoretical introduction in epidemiology and porcine health management
- Problem oriented learning in herd examination and advisory
- Exmaination of Swine samples (necropsy hall, lab)
- Discussion and interpretation of lab results
- Discussion of topics related to animal hygiene, nutrition and animal welfare
For application contact our secretary.
