Description
The majestic movement of the horse never fails to thrill horse lovers the
world over. The ability of the horse to move and achieve such a variety of athletic feats is fascinating to watch. How does the horse do this?
This non-degree online course examines the components of the systems that
enable these athletic achievements. It is a study of the functions of those
components, and the anatomical structures that fulfill those functions. A case scenario is used to introduce anatomy and how
it all works.
This course is entirely online, so no travel to the University of Guelph is required.
NOTE: This course is a core course in the Equine Science Certificate and Diploma in Equine Studies programs. For details about these programs, please see the program websites.
Designed For
those interested in the structure and function of the horse, including riders, trainers, photographers, artists and others.
Course Topics
The Musculoskeletal System
The Anatomical Features that Supply Fuel to the Horse
The Lungs and Respiratory System
The Excretory Systems
The Nervous and Endocrine Systems
The Reproductive Systems
The Skin
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent,
or at least 18 years of age.
It is recommended Equine Science Certificate students complete Functional Anatomy before the elective Exercise Physiology if selected.
We recommend Diploma in Equine Studies students complete this course prior to Exercise Physiology.
Textbooks
Horse Anatomy: A Colouring Atlas (Confirmed)
Edition: Second
Author(s): Robt. Kainer and Thomas McCracken
Published by: Alpine Publications in 1998
ISBN 1-57779-02-9 (wirebound edition)
Publisher's website: http://www.alpinepub.com/index.php?osCsid=30d866d96ff6b8d3528edfb380f57bae&cPath=12
Building the Equine Hoof (Confirmed)
Author(s): David Hood, Connie Swenson & Bruce Johnson
Published by: Zinpro Corporation in 2002
Publisher's website: http://www.zinpro.com/ASPX_Main/en-US/species/Equine/Equine.aspx