PHYSIOLOGY OF ANIMAL REPRODUCTION AND GROWTH
- Agricultural Sciences
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 122 pages
- 20 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ANP306, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ANP306 · UNIT 1 DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Introduction In this module there are two units. The first unit deals with digestion in form animals while the second unit handles the issues of reproductive systems.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the digestive processes in farm animals
- Identify the components of the male and female reproductive systems
- Describe the process of lactation and milk ejection
- Outline the structure and function of the nervous system
- Differentiate between different types of muscle tissue
- Explain the role of the skeletal system in support and movement
- Describe the circulatory system and its components
- Explain the role of hormones in regulating reproductive processes
- Describe the process of gametogenesis
- Explain the process of fertilization and early embryonic development
- Describe the stages of parturition and uterine involution
- Identify the causes of infertility and sterility in farm animals
What it prepares you for
- Livestock Manager
- Animal Breeder
- Veterinary Technician
- Animal Nutritionist
- Dairy Farm Manager
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Medicine
- Dairy Industry
- Poultry Farming
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 4:
Unit 7: Circulatory System
Understanding the intricacies of the pulmonary and systemic circulatory systems requires detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Module 5:
Unit 9: Biosynthesis and Regulation of Hormonal Secretions and The Effects of Abnormal Hormonal Secretions
This unit requires understanding of complex biochemical pathways and regulatory mechanisms involved in hormone synthesis and action.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 82 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Digestive and Reproduction Systems
Unit 1: Digestive System · 4 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 hours
Define reproduction. Identify gross reproductive parts of bull or cow. Explain the relationship between reproduction and other disciplines.
- Week 2Module 2:
Unit 3: Lactation · 4 hours
Explain Lactation. List examples of neuroendocrine reflex. State species differences in lactation. Describe the process of milk ejection.
Unit 4: Nervous System · 4 hours
Define the nervous system. Explain the function of the nervous system. Understand intrinsic pattern generation.
- Week 3Module 3:
Unit 5: Muscular System · 4 hours
Differentiate aerobic and anaerobic muscle activity. List different types of muscle. Explain control of muscle contraction.
Unit 6: The Skeletal System · 4 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 4Module 4:
Unit 7: Circulatory System · 4 hours
List the types of circulations. Elaborate on open circulatory system. List examples of living things with absence of circulatory system.
- Week 5Module 4:
Unit 8: Endocrine System and Its Relationship with Other Systems of the Body · 6 hours
List some endocrine organs. Relate the endocrine system to reproduction in farm animals. Classify or categorize reproductive hormones.
- Week 6Module 5:
Unit 9: Biosynthesis and Regulation of Hormonal Secretions and The Effects of Abnormal Hormonal Secretions · 6 hours
Explain the mechanism of steroid hormone action. List the types of hormone molecules. State types of hormone molecule secretions.
- Week 7Module 5:
Unit 10: Artificial Insemination · 6 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 8Module 6:
Unit 11: Gametogenesis: The Development of the Sex Cells, Spermatozoon and Ovum as Well as Oestrous Cycle · 6 hours
Differentiate between oestrous cycle, oestrus period and menstrual cycle. Define post-partum oestrus. List some deranged cycles.
- Week 9Module 6:
Unit 12: Fertilization and Pregnancy · 6 hours
Define fertilization. List the types of placentation in animals. Elaborate on maternal requirements for normal birth.
- Week 10Module 7:
Unit 13: Reproductive Efficiency and Problems · 4 hours
Elaborate on the significance of efficient reproduction to profitable animal production. Write on any key issues in maintaining high reproductive efficiency.
- Week 11Module 7:
Unit 14: Infertility and Sterility in Farm Animals · 4 hours
State clearly the difference between infertility and sterility. List the causes if infertility and sterility. State how to prevent case of infertility.
- Week 12Final Revision
Final Revision · 8 hours
Review all modules. Work on assignments.
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 8 hours
Complete assignments. Prepare for exams.
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed diagrams of the male and female reproductive systems (Units 2, 11)
- Develop flowcharts outlining hormonal regulation during oestrous cycle and pregnancy (Units 8, 9, 12)
- Compare and contrast different types of placentation (Unit 12)
- Review the causes and prevention strategies for common reproductive diseases (Unit 14)
- Practice applying knowledge to case studies involving infertility and reproductive problems (Units 13, 14)
- Focus on understanding the key hormones involved in each stage of reproduction (Units 8, 9, 11, 12)
Questions students ask about this course
What is ANP306 about?
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.
How many units does ANP306 have?
ANP306, PHYSIOLOGY OF ANIMAL REPRODUCTION AND GROWTH, has 20 units across 7 modules, over 122 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ANP306?
ANP306 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is ANP306 hard?
ANP306 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does ANP306 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 20 units.
How is ANP306 assessed?
ANP306 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with ANP306?
Livestock Manager, Animal Breeder, Veterinary Technician, Animal Nutritionist and Dairy Farm Manager.