TV5220 - Animal Reproduction and Management

Credit points:	03
Year:	2010
Student Contribution Band:	Band 3
Administered by:	School of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences

Available to graduate students with a degree in Veterinary Science or Agricultural Science (or equivalent).

A review of current trends in reproductive physiology and biology of domestic animals used for food and fibre production with emphasis on tropical conditions. Consideration is also given to management procedures to achieve optimal reproductive rates.

Learning Outcomes

• apply knowledge of reproductive physiology and biology to genetic improvement of farm animals with emphasis on tropical environments;
• critically evaluate experimental data and theories in reproductive physiology and biology;
• gain experience in assessment of scientific papers, writing reports and verbal presentations;
• understand contemporary developments in reproductive physiology and biology.

Prerequisites:

TV5020

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 26-Aug-2010
Coordinator:	Professor Phillip Summers
Lecturers:	Professor Lee Fitzpatrick, Professor Phillip Summers.
Contact hours:	36 hours tutorials
Assessment:	tutorial attendance and participation (50%); assignments (50%).

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