NES3009 : Reproduction in Farm and Companion Animals
NES3009 : Reproduction in Farm and Companion Animals
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Andrew Beard
- Lecturer: Dr Miguel Velazquez
- Owning School: Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ACE2068 |
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The aim of the module is to enable students to understand at a range of levels (cellular to whole animal) the physiology of reproduction in livestock species
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction to module and literature search tutorial related to assignment
The function of the reproductive tract and the internal regulation of reproduction
The oestrous cycle
- follicular phase and follicle development in livestock species
- luteal phase and luteolysis in livestock species
Reproductive development and the prepubertal period in livestock species
Seasonality and control of the breeding season in livestock species
Spermatogenesis, sperm transport and fertilization
Pregnancy, parturition and the postpartum period
Developmental programming
Controlling reproduction
Students will also develop skills in written and oral communication through the preparation of the assignment.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Participants will achieve a general understanding of reproductive physiology in domestic animals and the results of recent research into a number of specific aspects of reproductive biology in livestock species
At the end of the module students should be able to:
use the basic terminology from the field of animal reproduction
discuss the relationship between the organization and function of the reproductive tract
explain the pathway to pregnancy at a number of levels from the cell to the whole animal
integrate knowledge of the regulation of reproductive function in various reproductive states
reflect on the mechanisms involved in the regulation of reproductive development and seasonality
discuss the factors influencing reproduction during the postpartum period
describe methods for controlling reproduction in domestic animals
identify the various factors affecting reproductive success and productivity
Intended Skill Outcomes
At the end of the module students should be able to:
evaluate recent research in particular sub field of reproductive biology
use information literacy skills to provide a clear, concise, well illustrated summary of a specific topic in reproductive biology
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Preparation of slide sets, notes on individually selected topics and associated oral |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Revision for Semester 2 examination and Semester 2 examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 14 | 0:30 | 7:00 | Online - establish the principles and mechanisms involved in reproductive function |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 11 | 1:00 | 11:00 | Lectures establish the principles, relationships and mechanisms involved in reproductive function. |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 18:00 | 18:00 | Background reading on general module topics |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Develops information literacy skills |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | Drop in / Q and A session with lecturer |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 18:00 | 18:00 | Writing up lecture note and follow up reading |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Formal lectures establish the underlying terminology, principles, relationships and mechanisms involved in reproductive function in livestock species (knowledge outcomes). The workshop develops information literacy skills (skills outcomes).
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 75 | Formal unseen exam scheduled in the examination period |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 25 | Slide set (12 ppt slides) & notes on individually selected topics and associated oral based mostly on the subject of the slides. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The slide set & notes on individually selected topics will challenge students to use their computer and information literacy skills to provide a clear, concise, well illustrated summary of a specific topic in livestock reproductive biology. The oral will assess understanding and knowledge of the vocabulary, principles and regulation of reproductive processes. It also will assess the students oral communication skills and their ability to explain and evaluate research in a particular area of reproduction in livestock species. The university examination will potentially assess all the knowledge outcomes using essay questions. Successful students will demonstrate their ability to describe, discuss, integrate and analyse the principles of reproductive physiology in their answers.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NES3009's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- NES3009's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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