| Purpose: The purpose of this module is for students to acquire the knowledge, cognitive and conceptual tools and skills specified by the South African legislation and international bodies in animal welfare. More specifically, they will be able to apply knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology, behavior and husbandry, standards for ethical behavior in relation to animals, and a range of other knowledge and skills related to animal care and well-being.
The module strives to promote animal welfare awareness and a commitment to ethical animal care and well-being. It further aims to expose animal welfare standards in terms of animal use during research, slaughter and general farm management among other activities. Finally, it will promote the general benefits to the populace from a healthy companion animal population view, and also contribute to advancing social and economic transformation by providing accessible opportunities for individuals and career development to people from all social and cultural groups.
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