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Course description

This course provides the underpinning science of equine exercise physiology & its application to training regimens of the equine athlete. Methods of assessing & monitoring fitness are discussed. Biomechanics & its relationship to locomotion, injury & lameness are covered & the knowledge applied to the prevention and management of performance problems including rehabilitation from injury and disease. Evidence of immunity to Q fever and vaccination against tetanus is mandatory for this course. Refer to UQ Student Immunisation Requirements for more information. External mode of study is restricted and will require permission to enrol. To request permission email agriculture@uq.edu.au with the course information and include relevant supporting evidence. Eligibility criteria: 1. Students must show evidence that travel time of greater than 90 minutes or 100km from Gatton Campus and is reflected in mySI-net: Acceptable Evidence advice that MySi-net record is up to date; 2. Students must show evidence that work commitments restrict their ability to attend regular practicals: Acceptable Evidence a letter from employer 3. Students with core course timetable clashes: Acceptable Evidence a copy of correspondence from Science My Timetable indicating clash is unable to be resolved. Clashes with elective courses will not be considered. 4. Students unable to provide this evidence will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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