Abstract
Throughout this subject students will develop their understanding and appreciation of the physical impacts experienced by horses during their interactions with humans. Students will be taught the fundamental principles of experimental design and be able to develop and explore scientific questions relating to equestrian and equitation practices. On successful completion … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
Key physical measures (e.g., force, tension, pressure, temperature, speed) in Equitation Science;Understanding the impact of pressures, tensions, temperature and other human imposed influences on the horse;Experimental design principles;Measuring behaviour and animal-based indicators;Creating equipment for the assessment of physical impacts on horses; andSustainable and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Equitation Science principles test
2. Experimental Equitation Science
3. What is in a bit of kit? A novel gadget concept.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
Identify and describe humans’ direct or indirect (through equipment) physical impacts on horses;
2.
Explain how to objectively observe and record horse behaviour in a range of husbandry and equestrian contexts;
3.
Conduct a simple scientific experimental study to investigate an aspect of equitation practice;
4.
Utilise appropriate software and technology to capture, organise and assess data;
5.
Design, construct and demonstrate a simple piece of equipment to enhance equitation practice; and
6.
Explain the importance of sustainable and ethical equitation for the long-term future of the horse industry.
Enrolment restrictions
This subject is primarily for students in the Bachelor of Equine Science and Bachelor of Equine Science (Business Management) courses. Students studying other animal based courses may be admitted with the permission of the Subject Coordinator and appropriate Course Director.
Incompatible
Learning activities
Intensive school
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.