Animal Nutrition
R 1,200.00
Learn the principles of animal nutrition and how effective feeding management improves livestock health and productivity.
• Understand nutrient components and feed ingredients
• Learn the nutritional requirements of different animal species
• Explore feed manufacturing and preservation methods
• Apply feed evaluation and feeding management techniques
• Contributes to NQF Level 4 agricultural qualifications
Part of the National Certificate in Animal Production (Unit Standard 116282).
Description
Animal nutrition plays a critical role in livestock productivity, health, and overall farm profitability. This course introduces learners to the principles of intermediate animal nutrition and how proper feeding management supports efficient animal production.
Learners will explore the different nutrient components required by animals, the role of feed ingredients, and how feed quality affects animal growth, reproduction, and performance. The course also covers feed manufacturing, feed preservation methods, and quality control measures used in modern animal production systems.
By understanding animal nutritional requirements and effective feeding strategies, learners will be able to make informed decisions that improve livestock health and optimise production outcomes.
This module forms part of the National Certificate in Animal Production (NQF Level 4) and contributes to the practical knowledge required for successful livestock management.
Unit Standard Information
Unit Standard Title: Explain Intermediate Animal Nutrition
Unit Standard Number: 116282
NQF Level: 4
Credits: 4
This unit standard contributes toward the following qualifications:
• National Certificate in Animal Production (ID 48979) – NQF Level 4
• National Certificate in Plant Production (ID 49009) – NQF Level 4
What You Will Learn
• The different nutrient components required by animals
• Types of feed ingredients used in livestock production
• Nutritional requirements of different animal species
• Feed manufacturing and processing methods
• Principles of feed preservation
• Feed quality control measures and feed standards
• Feed evaluation and feeding management practices
• Feed flow planning for sustainable livestock production
Who This Course Is For
• Farmers and livestock producers
• Agricultural students studying animal production
• Farm managers responsible for feeding programmes
• Agricultural workers involved in livestock care
• Learners pursuing NQF Level 4 agricultural qualifications
Course Details
Delivery: Online learning
Study Mode: Self-paced
Assessment: Online assessments
Certification: Certificate of completion
Credits: 4 NQF Credits
Additional information
| Course Type | Online Course |
|---|---|
| Study Mode | Self-Paced |
| NQF Level | 4 |
| Credits | 4 |
| Unit Standard | 116282 |
| Provider | SA Farming College |
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