1.1.1 Relate nutritional concepts to production of different species of animals.
1.1.2 Apply genetic principles to animal improvement.
1.1.3 Explain the principles that underline management of rangelands and pastures.

1.2.1 Design strategies to manage pastures and rangelands.

1.3.1 Write a well-formulated essay on the selected topic.
1.3.2 Engage in a scientific debate on selected topics in animal science.
1.3.3 Extract appropriate information from electronic and other media.

2.1.1 Gather information from scientific literature.
2.1.2 AC Write a seminar.
2.1.3 AC Present a seminar.

2.2.1 Evaluate farms and advice farmers on the appropriate management practices.
2.2.2 Organise farmers’ day and share scientific knowledge with them.

3.1.1 Familiar with the functions of the various laboratory equipments.
3.1.2 AC Able to carry out chemical analysis using the equipments.
3.1.3 AC Able to record and interpret the results.

3.2.1 Evaluate the different grazing systems and make recommendations where necessary.
3.2.2 Evaluate the condition of the veld and determine where supplementation is required.

4.1.1 Write a research proposal.
4.1.2 Collect research data.

4.2.1 Analyse research data using appropriate statistical programmes.
4.2.2 Interpret research results using tables, graphs or diagrams.

4.3.1 Prepare a research report in an appropriate format.
4.3.2 Orally present research results in a seminar.
4.3.3 Write a scientific paper for publication.

Integrated assessment:

Continuous assessment by using oral and written quizzes and tests, assignments, practical and projects reports, formal written exams and formal practical exams.

A research project and a mini thesis and seminar reporting on the research.