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Applied Animal Reproduction & Genetics (ANSC30004)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 1
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Overview
Availability | Semester 1 |
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Fees | Look up fees |
Formerly DASC30006
The aim of this subject is to give students of animal science a fundamental understanding of both applied reproductive biology and genetics. This will enable students to develop the skills necessary for management of reproductive performance and to implement genetic improvement of domestic animals. The content includes comparative structure and function of reproductive organs; endocrinology and neuro-endocrinology of reproductive cycles; environmental and genetic influences on reproduction, interventions to manipulate reproduction; reproductive biotechnologies including cloning; breeding values and selection indices; inbreeding and crossbreeding; applied animal genomics.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Describe the comparative structure and function, as well as endocrine and neuroendocrine control of the reproductive systems
- Identify factors affecting reproduction and define management strategies to optimise reproductive performance
- Critically evaluate new and emerging technologies for modifying reproductive performance
- Express how genetic parameters influence animal improvement programs
- Contrast potential negative effects of inbreeding with potential advantages of crossbreeding
- Evaluate the impact of manipulating reproduction to optimise breed improvement programs
Generic skills
Please refer to objectives
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
AGRI10051 | Genetics for Agriculture | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10008 | Introductory Biology: Life's Machinery | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10009 | Biology: Life's Machinery | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10005 | Genetics & The Evolution of Life | No longer available |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
BIOL30002 Experimental Reproductive Physiology
DASC30008 Genetics and Animal Breeding
BIOL30008 Applied Animal Reproduction & Genetics
DASC30006 Applied Animal Reproduction & Genetics
Recommended background knowledge
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ANSC20001 | Animal Physiology and Growth | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ANSC20002 | Comparative Nutrition and Digestion | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ANSC20005 | Companion Animal Biology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS20015 | Foundations of Animal Health 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
This subject involves the use of animals. Students should be aware that this is an essential part of the subject and exemption from this component is not possible.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Multiple choice mid semester exam
| Week 7 | 20% |
Practical report due in approximately Week 9
| Week 9 | 10% |
Practical report due in approximately Week 11
| Week 11 | 10% |
Examination
| End of semester | 60% |
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Tina Chamberlain Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 53 hours. 24 hours of lectures, 5 hours of tutorials, 24 hours of practical work to be undertaken at Parkville and off-site Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
Recommended texts and other resources
Applied Animal Reproduction Edition 6 by H. Joe Bearden, John W. Fuquay and Scott T. Willard
- Subject notes
This subject involves the use of animals. Students should be aware that this is an essential part of the subject and exemption from this component is not possible.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI Major Production Animal Science Major Animal Science and Management Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED Major Production Animal Health Major Sustainable Production Informal specialisation Animal Disease Biotechnology specialisation - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024