| Module code | VKU 220 |
| Qualification | Undergraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
| Module content | Introduction to the concepts of animal production systems in South African production environments. Principles and requirements for extensive, semi-intensive and intensive livestock production with reference to large- and small stock, poultry and pigs. Principles of communal farming systems in Southern Africa. Game management systems with reference to conservation and game farming. The role of the human in livestock production systems and sustainable production. |
| Module credits | 8.00 |
| Programmes | |
| Service modules | Faculty of Veterinary Science |
| Prerequisites | VKU 210 GS of TDH |
| Contact time | 1 practical per week, 2 lectures per week |
| Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
| Academic organisation | Animal and Wildlife Sciences |
| Period of presentation | Quarter 2 |
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