ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Course Description

economic importance of animal production, world’s animal production; types of animal operations; Species and breeds; growth in farm animals; reproduction in farm Animals: male and female reproductive systems, The Estrus Cycle, ovulation, pregnancy, Hormones related to reproduction, Artificial Insemination, sterility, abort; animal breeding: species and breeds, phenotype and genotype, Heritability (h2), selection, progeny, Actual production and Sib Tests, pedigree and yield records; mating Systems: pure breeding, crossing (Crossbreeding); nutrients: carbohydrates, lipids (fats and oils), essential fatty acids, proteins and amino acids; fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins; diseases of vitamin deficiencies, macro-micro and trace mineral elements; diseases of mineral deficiencies; cattle production and nutrition; sheep

ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Identify (2) the vocabulary and standard units of animal science
2. 02 Inteprete(3) them
3. 03 Explain (4) basic principles of animal husbandry.
4. 04 By comparing (4) different production systems
5. 05 Evaluate (5) them technically and economically.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Introduction to Animal Science: Global, Biological, Social and Industry Perspectives (6th Edition). W. Stephen Damron. 2017. Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0134436050.
2. 02 Animal Nutrition Science.Gordon McL. Dryden. 2008. CABI.
3. 03 Scientific Farm Animal Production: An Introduction to Animal Science. Thomas G. Field. 2011. 10th Edition. Paperback.
4. 04 Commercial Chicken Production Manual 4th Edition. Mack O. North, Donald D. Bell. 1990. ISBN-13: 978-0412071614.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Identify (2) the vocabulary and standard units of animal science SOLO 2
2. L02 Inteprete(3) them SOLO 3
3. L03 Explain (4) basic principles of animal husbandry. SOLO 4
4. L04 By comparing (4) different production systems SOLO 4
5. L05 Evaluate (5) them technically and economically. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable
14. Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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