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ACMGAS303 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plan for and provide nutritional requirements for animals

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency ACMGAS303 - Plan for and provide nutritional requirements for animals
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to calculate rations based on animal species needs and availability of foodstuffs.The unit applies to individuals working under supervision in the animal care industry where it may be necessary to plan nutritional requirements for animals, including but not restricted to companion animals in pet shops, boarding kennels and catteries, dog and cat breeding establishments, research technology animals, native and exotic animals in zoos, wildlife parks and animal rescue and rehabilitation facilities.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify nutritional requirements of animals
  • Classify animals according to natural nutrient sources and types of digestive systems
  • Align normal feeding behaviours and nutritional requirements of a range of animals
  • Evaluate feeding strategies and methods to maximise activity and behavioural enrichment
  • Identify characteristics of under- or over-supply of nutrients, and evaluate methods used to monitor nutritional uptake
       
Element: Evaluate food sources and calculate dietary requirements
  • Classify foodstuffs according to nutrient content
  • Evaluate foodstuffs for shelf life, preparation requirements, availability and cost
  • Identify hazards to animal and human health from food sources, and implement procedures to manage risks
  • Calculate feed weight and water requirements, based on animal profile
  • Calculate protein, carbohydrate, vitamin and mineral supplement and fibre needs, based on animal profile
  • Identify other dietary issues relevant to the animal's profile, and factor into dietary calculations
  • Prepare and document diet plans after supervisor approval and according to the organisation’s policies and procedures
       
Element: Prepare diets and provide food and water
  • Prepare food as required by diet plan
  • Store food safely to avoid contamination
  • Provide food and water according to animal’s requirements
       
Element: Monitor feeding and watering practices
  • Monitor and record food and water consumption according to the organisation’s policies and procedures
  • Identify and report abnormal feed intake or feeding behaviour according to the organisation’s policies and procedures
  • Monitor animals for condition, metabolic and behavioural changes
  • Evaluate reasons for poor response to diet and seek specialist advice
  • Determine required dietary changes in consultation with supervisor
  • Document dietary variations and update records as required
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Classify animals according to natural nutrient sources and types of digestive systems 
Align normal feeding behaviours and nutritional requirements of a range of animals 
Evaluate feeding strategies and methods to maximise activity and behavioural enrichment 
Identify characteristics of under- or over-supply of nutrients, and evaluate methods used to monitor nutritional uptake 
Classify foodstuffs according to nutrient content 
Evaluate foodstuffs for shelf life, preparation requirements, availability and cost 
Identify hazards to animal and human health from food sources, and implement procedures to manage risks 
Calculate feed weight and water requirements, based on animal profile 
Calculate protein, carbohydrate, vitamin and mineral supplement and fibre needs, based on animal profile 
Identify other dietary issues relevant to the animal's profile, and factor into dietary calculations 
Prepare and document diet plans after supervisor approval and according to the organisation’s policies and procedures 
Prepare food as required by diet plan 
Store food safely to avoid contamination 
Provide food and water according to animal’s requirements 
Monitor and record food and water consumption according to the organisation’s policies and procedures 
Identify and report abnormal feed intake or feeding behaviour according to the organisation’s policies and procedures 
Monitor animals for condition, metabolic and behavioural changes 
Evaluate reasons for poor response to diet and seek specialist advice 
Determine required dietary changes in consultation with supervisor 
Document dietary variations and update records as required 

Forms

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