Equitation Science

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course will explore and examine the behaviour of horses and the influence of humans on the animal's learning and training. By applying scientific methods, students will learn how to assess the overall health and welfare of the horse during interactions with humans. Topics covered will include equine behaviour and cognition, types of learning, learning theories and their application, biomechanics of equine movement and the influence of the rider, and assessment of equine welfare during training and riding. PREREQUISITES: BIOA 2006.03 and ANSC 2002.03 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab