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Lecturer(s)
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Kott Ondřej, RNDr. Ph.D.
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Berec Michal, doc. Mgr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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What is a zoo Zoo and nature conservation History of zoos Organization and management Legislation Zoo ethics The demands of animals in the zoo Feeding Reproductive biology Animal behavior, enrichment and training Welfare and veterinary care Breeding and breeding planning Records Education, training, science at the zoo In-situ protection and reintroduction
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Demonstration, E-learning, Individual preparation for exam, Excursion
- Preparation for classes
- 24 hours per semester
- Class attendance
- 16 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 30 hours per semester
- Preparation for credit
- 5 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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Comprehensive acquaintance with the operation, trends and mission of modern zoos. Students will be acquainted with the historical development of these institutions, architectural trends of exhibitions, legislation, welfare, veterinary care, protection of endangered species in in-situ projects, etc.
Based on the acquired theoretical knowledge and practical training, a better understanding of the operation of zoos.
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Prerequisites
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without prerequisites
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance assessment, Combined exam
Completion of exercises, demonstration of adequate knowledge.
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Recommended literature
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Hatchwell, M., Dickie, L. A., & West, C. Zoos in the 21st century: catalysts for conservation?. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2007.
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Hosey, G., Melfi, V., & Pankhurst, S. Zoo animals: behaviour, management, and welfare. Oxford University Press, 2013.
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Rees, P. A. An introduction to zoo biology and management. John Wiley & Sons.
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