Course code: ………………. Plan position: C1 1. INFORMATION ON COURSE A. Basic data Name of the course Cynology Field of studies Zoophysiotherapy Level of studies Level 1 Profile of studies General Form of studies Stationary Physiotherapy of non-domestic and exotic animals Specialty Physiotherapy of accompanying animals Faculty of Animal Breeding and Biology Unit responsible for the field of studies Department of Physiology, Zoophysiotherapy and Animal Feeding Name of the teacher and his scientific K. Kirkiłło-Stacewicz, PhD degree Introductory courses - Introductory requirements - B. Semester / week schedule according to the plan of the study Number Auditorium Laboratory Project Field Lectures Seminar of ECTS Semester classes classes classes classes points (W) (Ć) (L) (P) (S) (T) V 30/2 30/2 4 2. LEARNING OUTCOME (according to KRK) The reference The reference to the learning to the learning No. Learning outcomes description outcomes of outcomes for specific field the area of study KNOWLEDGE W1 Recognizes and describes dog breeds covered by the K_W12 P6S_WG pattern of the International Kennel Club. W2 Has knowledge of the recreational and therapeutic values K_W14 P6S_WG of dealing with dogs, taking into account their behavior and K_W15 impact on the environment. Knows the rules of dog nutrition. Is able to determine the food demand due to age, breed, utility type. W3 Has basic knowledge in breeding of purebred dogs. K_W16 P6S_WG SKILLS U1 He can plan the size and equipment of the premises K_U05 P6S_UW intended for purebred dogs breeding. U2 He can determine the impact of nutrition on the dog's health K_U06 P6S_UW and condition. He can properly balance the food dose and adapt it to the type of use, conditio of kept animals. U3 Is able to assess the basic parameters of the dog's state of K_U13 P6S_UW health, as well as plan and conduct prevention of diseases taking into account the type of use and animal welfare. U4 Is able to plan the implementation of the task based on K_U25 P6S_UW equipment and specific priorities. SOCIAL COMPETENCES K1 Shows an ethical attitude towards dogs and understands the K_K04 P6S_KR need for their welfare. K2 Understands the effects of the breeding system and the way K_K05 P6S_KR dogs are used on their health. 3. DIDACTIC METHODS Multimedia presentation, films, articles 4. FORMS AND CONDITIONS OF COURSE CREDIT written work, multimedia presentation 5. THE CONTENT OF EDUCATION Lectures The dog in its zoological context: evolutionary history of canids, domestication of dogs, origin of dog breed diversity. Biology and behaviour of dogs: mechanisms and function in dog behaviour, behaviour genetics in canids, physiology and dog behaviour, cocial behaviour of dogs, learning in dogs. Behaviour and social ecology of free-ranging dogs, evolutionary aspects on breeding of working dogs, individual differences in behaviour – dog personality. Behavioural disorders in dogs. Guide to breeds according to F.C.I: primitive dogs, working dogs, spitz-type dogs, sight hounds, scent hounds, terriers, gundogs, companion dogs, crossbreeds. Auditory classes General principles of dog breeding in Poland. Analysis of proper nutrition rules for breeding and utility dogs. Characteristics of the social development of puppies, reproduction, senses. Different forms of dog use. Introduction of elements of osmological training and field training. Dog care and prevention. 6. METHODS OF VERIFICATION OF THE EFFECTS OF EDUCATION Form of assessment Effect of Oral education examination Test Colloquium Presentation Written work Oral credit W1 x x W2 x x W3 x x U1 x x U2 x x U3 x x U4 x x K1 x x K2 x x 7. LITERATURE Basic literature 1. Jensen P., 2007. Behavioural Biology of Dogs. CABI Publishing. Supplementary 1. American Kennel Club, 2006. The Complete Dog Book: 20th Edition. literature Ballantine Books. 2. Magazines: Modern dog, Dogs today. 8. STUDENT WORK EFFORT - BALANCE OF HOURS AND CREDITS ECTS Student activity Student burden - Number of hours Participation in classes indicated in point. 1B 60 Consultations 5 Preparing for classes 20 Studying literature 10 Other (exam preparation, credit courses, preparation of project, etc.) 15 Total student workload 110 Number of ECTS points offered by NA 4 The final number of ECTS points (defined by the Program Council) 4 .