TECHNIQUES AND THEORIES OF ANIMAL TRAINING: Bio 348 (9 - 15 July 2012) CRN  30276, Section 01 :

This 3 credit interactive course provides students an in-depth understanding of the discipline of animal training across many different types of terrestrial and aquatic animals and techniques. It provides an exceptional background in relevant animal behavior and psychological principles related to the practical goal of modifying animal behavior.  These techniques will be demonstrated daily using trained sea lions at Moss Landing Marine Labs where the course is taught. Horses, birds, and other animals will also be used to demonstrate these techniques.
Students will intern at least one day at the lab assisting in the care and training of research-trained sea lions.  Topics covered will include: Captivity, Why Train? Communication, Motivation, Desensitization, Aggression, and Practical Training.

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