Course Code:  ZOOL 41592

Title:  Zoology in Practice

Pre-requisite: All level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 ZOOL course units

Co-requisite:  None

Status: Practical.

Compulsory.

Learning outcomes:

After completion of the course unit, the student will be able to demonstrate;

• knowledge on the basic management procedures in a selected industry / institution related to Zoology,
• experience in practical applications of knowledge of Zoology in selected functioning area/s of the industry / institution, and
• generic skills needed to work effectively in a professional working environment

Course content:

The student will be placed in a selected industry/institution where practical applications of biological science knowledge preferably Zoology are applied, to undergo training to obtain experience at the professional working environment. It is intended that the student develops inter-personal and self-management skills to adapt to a professional working environment while gaining experience on selected functioning aspects of the industry/institute during the training period.

Method of teaching and learning:

Training under the supervision and guidance of competent personnel in an industry or institution related to Zoology.

 Assessment:

Evaluation of the progress report submitted by the trainer and the student’s technical report and oral presentation on student’s experience at the work place.

Recommended reading:

Reading and reference materials will be recommended/ provided by the relevant industry /institute where necessary.