Anatomy of Farm Animals

The aim of the course of Anatomy of Livestock Species is for students to: 1) train in the scientific language of anatomy; 2) provide adequate theoretical notions of histology of the fundamental tissues; 3) provide theoretical and practical notions of microscopic and macroscopic anatomy. During the course, the structural and topographical differences of the organs and anatomical systems in the species of interest will be emphasized (ruminants, pigs, horses, rabbits, and poultry). Students are encouraged to consider the link between Biology and Histology and to gain acquire sufficient knowledge to undertake the successive course in Physiology.

1. Knowledge and understanding: at the end of this course, the Students will be able to describe and recognize the 4 fundamental tissues, the general principles of microscopic and macroscopic Anatomy of the organs, and the general organization of the body and body cavities referring to shape, position, relations with the surrounding structures and species-specific difference.
2. Applying knowledge and understanding: The Student will have to demonstrate knowledge and understanding useful to understand the general and species-specific microscopic and macroscopic characteristics of the livestock systems treated in the course (ruminants, horses, pigs, rabbits, and chickens); furthermore, students will have developed the learning skills that are necessary to undertake subsequent studies with a high degree of autonomy. He/she will have to demonstrate that he/she is able to apply the knowledge acquired directly on histological samples, bones, skeletal structures, and 3D models.
3. Making judgments: the Student must demonstrate the ability to critically present the information acquired. To his aim, the Student will develop critical and skills by critically and proactively addressing the frontal and practical lessons and the study of the various topics both in the textbooks and on the material provided by the teacher.
4. Communication: the Student is expected to use scientifically appropriate language, in particular terminology referring to anatomy-related terminology. The exercises are intended to stimulate the ability to express oneself correctly and the ability to discuss scientifically with peers.
5. Lifelong learning skills: the Student must gain the ability to use the acquired knowledge to interpret new scenarios, for instance searching scientific databases and critically organising new information. The Student must demonstrate the ability to use the knowledge acquired to interpret and effectively deal with the study of professional subjects in order to have a complete preparation to enter the world of work, with the help of available sources of knowledge and good mental organization.