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ANIMAL HEALTH

Applied Animal Health Care - AHC1501
Higher Certificate Year module NQF level: 5 Credits: 24
Module presented in English Module presented online
Co-requisite: AAH1501, ANB1501 & APH1501
Purpose: This module is a work-integrated learning (WIL) module that forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can perform primary animal health care procedures as Veterinary Welfare Assistants in the context of a veterinary clinic. They can apply basic practices to assist with the running of a veterinary clinic and routine veterinary work under the supervision of a veterinarian. They can handle and restrain animals in humane ways, assess animal behavior and address behavioral problems, and implement routine practices of animal care and husbandry. They can also conduct a clinical examination and assist with applying diagnostic procedures, treat certain conditions, stabilise patients in a veterinary emergency, and perform humane animal euthanasia where required.
Principles of Animal Nutrition - ASA2605
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Pre-requisite: ASA1503
Purpose: This module is part of the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Degree (Animal Science option). Students who complete this module will be able to identify, describe and discuss basic animal nutrition concepts, technologies and strategies for efficient livestock production for sustainable food security and the development of the local livestock industry. The module will be useful to animal scientists, livestock managers, agricultural scientists and farmers who are interested in livestock nutrition and feed management. The module is aimed at training animal scientists, and livestock managers to identify and select correct livestock feeding systems for more efficient livestock production.
Introduction to Animal Behaviour - ANB1501
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can identify and distinguish between different types of companion animals, describe and interpret normal and abnormal companion animal behaviour, and recommend corrective measures for abnormal behaviour if needed.
Applied Animal Care & Management - ACM4701
Advanced Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: Agriculture and rural development go hand in hand because it is mostly practised in rural areas. Agriculture is the mainstay of rural communities in South Africa. It is therefore important that when rural communities are developed, agriculture does not lag behind. Rural development braces improvement of human capabilities, protective, political and economic capabilities towards sustainable agriculture and subsequently, poverty alleviation. The purpose of this module, therefore, is to provide participants with the knowledge of agricultural and rural development approaches, strategies, and programmes. It will be useful for students requiring exposure to competences required on agricultural and rural development.
Introduction to Animal Production - ANP1501
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and describe animal agriculture and define production systems and their many roles on food security and sustainable development at farm level and for the development of the local livestock industry. The module will also give insights on the various factors that influence farming systems which promote the application of environmentally friendly livestock production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable livestock industry. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, livestock extension workers, development workers in non-governmental organisations, and those who are responsible for farm animal welfare and production.
Animal Diseases III - AND3701
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: AND2601 & AND2602
Purpose: This module is part of the Diploma in Animal Health Programme. The students who complete the module will be able to describe the occurrence, cause, transmission, predisposing factors, symptoms and prevention as well as treatment of diseases and disease conditions affecting non-ruminant domestic and non-domestic animals.
Animal Husbandry - ANP1502
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and describe animal agriculture and define production systems and their many roles on food security and sustainable development at farm level and for the development of the local livestock industry. The module will also give insights on the various factors that influence farming systems which promote the application of environmentally friendly livestock production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable livestock industry. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, livestock extension workers, development workers in non-governmental organisations, and those who are responsible for farm animal welfare and production.
Animal Diseases IV - AND3702
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: AND3701
Purpose: This module is part of the Diploma in Animal Health Programme. Students assessed as competent against this standard will be equipped with a general knowledge of diseases and conditions that affect non ruminants (: pigs, horses, poultry and ostriches). The knowledge will extend to the following diseases and conditions of non ruminants: Viral diseases; bacteriological diseases; protozoal diseases; metabolic diseases, nutrient deficiencies and imbalances, diarrhea and digestive disturbance, internal and external parasites, perinatal and neonatal conditions. The module also equips students with general knowledge on these: detection and effective control of diseases and conditions of non-ruminants; primary animal health care (where applicable). The module also offers an overview of important diseases and conditions in wildlife, crocodiles and aquaculture.
Introduction to Animal Welfare - ANW1501
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can identify, interpret and apply the principles and legislation related to animal welfare, and explains the roles and responsibilities they will have as qualified Veterinary Welfare Assistants.
Animal Diseases IV: Non-Controlled - AND4701
Advanced Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: of this module will be able to apply a generally accepted disease identification methodology to identify non-controlled diseases, plan the relevant measures needed to support the identification, and recommend treatment and prevention measures for non-controlled diseases. Through veterinary extension they can also effectively advise farmers in the Southern African context on the implementation of primary animal health care by identifying, treating and preventing common non-controlled diseases.
Anatomy and Physiology Animal Welfare - APH1501
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can identify and describe the basic, normal structure and functions of the major organ systems in companion animals and horses. They will then be able to apply this knowledge in evaluating the condition of the animals they deal with during their practical primary veterinary welfare work in communities.
Animal Diseases IV: Controlled - AND4702
Advanced Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: of this module will be able to effectively plan the management of a disease outbreak, where the disease concerned is a 'controlled disease'as defined by South African legislation. They can also effectively advise farmers in the Southern African context on controlling and preventing controlled diseases.
Introduction to Animal Diseases - AWD1501
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: APH1501
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can identify and describe common pathological conditions in companion animals and horses. They will then be able to apply this knowledge in evaluating the condition of and treating the animals they deal with during their practical primary veterinary welfare work in communities.
Animal Health Practice: Portfolio (WIL) - ANH3605
Diploma Year module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: ANH3604
Purpose: The learners assessed as competent against this standard will gain first-hand practical knowledge of what is taught in theory and a better understanding of the theory as it is applied in the work place. The learner will be provided with valuable life skills exposed to in the real working environment. These skills include interacting with people, team work, and the ability to negotiate.
Animal Health Practice: TB/CA - ANH3703
Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: AND2601 & AND2602
Purpose: The learners assessed as competent against this standard will gain first-hand practical knowledge of what is taught in theory as it is also applied in the practical. The learner will be provided with valuable life skills during the practical component of the module. Student will have to show competency to be able to independently test cattle herds for Tuberculosis and Brucellosis as controlled animal diseases in South Africa as part of the eradication schemes.
Primary Animal Health Care I - PHC1501
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: AWD1501
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can identify and describe basic procedures involved in applying primary animal health care as Veterinary Welfare Assistants in the context of a veterinary clinic. They can describe the application of routine health, hygiene and safety principles in a typical clinic, as well as the application of basic veterinary pharmacology, vaccinations, and theatre protocol within the clinic environment.
Applied Animal Nutrition (Theory and Practice) - ASA2701
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Pre-requisite: ASA2605
Purpose: Nutrient requirement of animals in the southern African region: nutritional standards fore growth, maintenance, reproduction and lactation in different species of farm animals; rumen fermentation as affecting the nutritive value of feeds; feeds for farm animals according to Pearson square methods.
Primary Animal Health Care II - PHC1502
Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: APH1501, AWD1501, PHC1501
Purpose: This module forms part of the Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare. Students who complete this module can explain how to perform the clinical work required of Veterinary Welfare Assistants who carry out primary animal health care at veterinary clinics or welfare organisations. They can outline how to perform a clinical examination and apply diagnostic procedures, how to treat certain conditions, which steps to take in a veterinary emergency, and how to perform humane animal euthanasia where required.
Animal Breeding [Theory and Practice] - ASA2702
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: Animal agriculture in perspective; basic nomenclature in animal production; livestock breeds in South Africa; South African livestock industry; livestock production potential of a region; the production environment; animal production systems; animal products.
Primary Animal Health Care - PHC1511
Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Co-requisite: APH1501 & AWD1501
Purpose: Students can be able to identify and describe basic procedures involved in applying primary animal helath care as Veterinary Welfare assisstnants in the context of a veterinaary clinic. They can describe the application of routine health, hygiene and saafety principles in a typical clinic, as well as the application of basic veterinary pharmacology, vaccinations and theate ptotocol within the clinic environement. Students will be able to explain how and perform the clinical work required of veterinary welfare assistants who carry out primary animal health care at veterinary clinics or welfare organisations. They can outline how to perform a clinical examination and apply diagnostic procedures, how to treat certain conditions, which steps to take in a veterinary emergency and how to perform human animal euthanasia where required.
Legislation: AH - TLG3601
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: The learners who will be assessed as competent against this standard will be able to explain and apply the general and basic principles of legislation. The knowledge of specific legislation as an important factor in his/her work as a para-professional in the field of animal health will enable the learner to act in accordance with the relevant Acts and regulations in the control of animal diseases, the production of safe food of animal origin and so forth.
Animal Diseases I - AND2601
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Pre-requisite: ZTG1501 & ZTG1502
Purpose: This module is part of the Diploma in Animal Health Programme. Students assessed as competent against this standard will be equipped with a general knowledge of : Internal parasites of ruminants and their effective control, external parasites and their effective control; viral diseases; bacterial diseases; protozoal diseases; metabolic diseases, nutritional deficiencies and imbalances, diarhoea and digestive disturbances; the stages of mastitis, detection and treatment; perinatal and neonatal conditions and disturbances; primary animal health programmes. Companion animals: Internal and external parasites and their effective control; viral diseases; bacterial diseases; protozoal diseases; metabolic diseases, nutritional imbalances, diarhoea and digestive disturbances; perinatal and neonatal conditions and disturbances; primary animal health programmes
Principles of Applied Epidemiology and Biostatistics - APD4802
Semester module NQF level: 8 Credits: 12
Module presented in
Purpose: is to expose students to principles of quantitative methods neded for planning, analysis and interpretation of epidemiology research studies. Students will gain hands on experience of epidemiology research work. The skills acquired in this module will enable qualifying candidates to pursue advanced sudies a Masrters level. Students who complete this course will be able to interpret disease frequency, measures of association and the effect; identify research questions to form hypotheses; critically evaluate the validity of epidemiology studies; understand the advantages of stratification and matching of statistics; plan and analyse data; and how to communicate research findings.
Animal Diseases II - AND2602
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: AND2601
Purpose: This module is part of the Diploma in Animal Health Programme. Students assessed as competent against this standard will be equipped with a general knowledge of : Internal parasites of ruminants and their effective control, external parasites and their effective control; viral diseases; bacterial diseases; protozoal diseases; metabolic diseases, nutritional deficiencies and imbalances, diarhoea and digestive disturbances; the stages of mastitis, detection and treatment; perinatal and neonatal conditions and disturbances; primary animal health programmes. Companion animals: Internal and external parasites and their effective control; viral diseases; bacterial diseases; protozoal diseases; metabolic diseases, nutritional imbalances, diarhoea and digestive disturbances; perinatal and neonatal conditions and disturbances; primary animal health programmes
Animal Welfare for Production Animals - APD4803
Post Graduate Diploma Semester module NQF level: 8 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
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.
Animal Health Practice: Laboratory Diagnostics - ANH2601
Diploma Year module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: LDI2601
Purpose: Students who have completed this module will have acquired a solid foundation in the procedures and methods related to laboratory diagnostics. Learners will be able to delineate their role as animal health technicians in laboratory diagnostics, as well as the role of state veterinary laboratories in animal health. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in laboratory diagnostic procedures and techniques, and will be able to apply these skills in the field of animal health.
Animal Health Practice: Reproduction Management - ANH2602
Diploma Year module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: ZTG1501, ZTG1502, PAH1501 & PAH1502
Purpose: The learners assessed for the Reproduction module as competent against this standard will gain first-hand practical knowledge of what is taught in theory as it is also applied in the practical. The learner will be provided with valuable life skills during the practical component of the module.
Animal Health Practice: Project (WIL) - ANH3604
Diploma Year module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Recommendation: Should be taken together with or follow on ZTG1501, ZTG1502, EPD2601 & EPD2602
Purpose: The learners assessed as competent against this standard will gain first-hand practical knowledge of what is taught in theory and a better understanding of the theory as it is applied in the work place. The learner will be provided with valuable life skills exposed to in the real working environment. These skills include interacting with people, team work, and the ability to negotiate. Learners will be exposed to real work environment situations through work integrated learning opportunities under mentorship of registered mentors.