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ANP306Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

PHYSIOLOGY OF ANIMAL REPRODUCTION AND GROWTH

This course explores the physiology of animal reproduction and growth, covering essential systems and processes. It begins with the digestive and reproductive systems, then progresses to lactation and the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems. The course also examines the circulatory and endocrine systems, including hormonal regulation. Further topics include gametogenesis, fertilization, pregnancy, reproductive efficiency, infertility, and sterility in farm animals. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of animal physiology.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Animal ReproductionPhysiologyGametogenesisFertilizationEndocrine System

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Digestion in Farm Animals

2

Reproductive System Anatomy

3

Lactation Physiology

4

Nervous System Function

5

Muscular System Types

6

Skeletal System Structure

7

Circulatory System Types

8

Endocrine System Hormones

9

Gametogenesis Process

10

Fertilization Process

11

Pregnancy Maintenance

12

Parturition Stages

13

Infertility Causes

14

Sterility Causes

Total Topics14 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Livestock Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Animal Breeder

Apply your skills in this growing field

Veterinary Technician

Apply your skills in this growing field

Animal Nutritionist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Dairy Farm Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureAnimal HusbandryVeterinary MedicineDairy IndustryPoultry Farming

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: The Digestive and Reproduction Systems

8h

Unit 1: Digestive System

4 study hours
  • •Define anatomy and physiology of domestic animals
  • •Highlight why digestion is important
  • •Explain how the digestive process is controlled

Unit 2: Reproductive System

4 study hours
  • •Define reproduction
  • •Identify gross reproductive parts of bull or cow
  • •Explain the relationship between reproduction and other disciplines
Week
2

Module 2:

8h

Unit 3: Lactation

4 study hours
  • •Explain Lactation
  • •List examples of neuroendocrine reflex
  • •State species differences in lactation
  • •Describe the process of milk ejection

Unit 4: Nervous System

4 study hours
  • •Define the nervous system
  • •Explain the function of the nervous system
  • •Understand intrinsic pattern generation
Week
3

Module 3:

8h

Unit 5: Muscular System

4 study hours
  • •Differentiate aerobic and anaerobic muscle activity
  • •List different types of muscle
  • •Explain control of muscle contraction

Unit 6: The Skeletal System

4 study hours
  • •List what the skeletal system does to the animal
  • •State who has more bones, a baby or an adult
  • •Elaborate on how to keep bones healthy
Week
4

Module 4:

4h

Unit 7: Circulatory System

4 study hours
  • •List the types of circulations
  • •Elaborate on open circulatory system
  • •List examples of living things with absence of circulatory system
Week
5

Module 4:

6h

Unit 8: Endocrine System and Its Relationship with Other Systems of the Body

6 study hours
  • •List some endocrine organs
  • •Relate the endocrine system to reproduction in farm animals
  • •Classify or categorize reproductive hormones
Week
6

Module 5:

6h

Unit 9: Biosynthesis and Regulation of Hormonal Secretions and The Effects of Abnormal Hormonal Secretions

6 study hours
  • •Explain the mechanism of steroid hormone action
  • •List the types of hormone molecules
  • •State types of hormone molecule secretions
Week
7

Module 5:

6h

Unit 10: Artificial Insemination

6 study hours
  • •Define clearly what artificial insemination (AI) is
  • •Highlight some advantages and disadvantages of AI
  • •Be conversant with some common methods of semen collection
Week
8

Module 6:

6h

Unit 11: Gametogenesis: The Development of the Sex Cells, Spermatozoon and Ovum as Well as Oestrous Cycle

6 study hours
  • •Differentiate between oestrous cycle, oestrus period and menstrual cycle
  • •Define post-partum oestrus
  • •List some deranged cycles
Week
9

Module 6:

6h

Unit 12: Fertilization and Pregnancy

6 study hours
  • •Define fertilization
  • •List the types of placentation in animals
  • •Elaborate on maternal requirements for normal birth
Week
10

Module 7:

4h

Unit 13: Reproductive Efficiency and Problems

4 study hours
  • •Elaborate on the significance of efficient reproduction to profitable animal production
  • •Write on any key issues in maintaining high reproductive efficiency
Week
11

Module 7:

4h

Unit 14: Infertility and Sterility in Farm Animals

4 study hours
  • •State clearly the difference between infertility and sterility
  • •List the causes if infertility and sterility
  • •State how to prevent case of infertility
Week
12

Final Revision

8h

Final Revision

8 study hours
  • •Review all modules
  • •Work on assignments
Week
13

Final Revision

8h

Final Revision

8 study hours
  • •Complete assignments
  • •Prepare for exams

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed diagrams of the male and female reproductive systems (Units 2, 11)

2

Develop flowcharts outlining hormonal regulation during oestrous cycle and pregnancy (Units 8, 9, 12)

3

Compare and contrast different types of placentation (Unit 12)

4

Review the causes and prevention strategies for common reproductive diseases (Unit 14)

5

Practice applying knowledge to case studies involving infertility and reproductive problems (Units 13, 14)

6

Focus on understanding the key hormones involved in each stage of reproduction (Units 8, 9, 11, 12)

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