EQU 306 - Equine Locomotion

3 Credits

This course is a study of the way the equine locomotor system is put together and how it makes the animal move, from an evolutionary perspective as well as individual tendencies. The material will include detailed anatomy, equine movement analysis, hoof mechanics, and myokinesiology. Through in-depth training in observation, students will learn the use of gait study and its relationship to physical comfort, athletic performance, and mental well-being.
Prerequisites: EQU 251.