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ANP504Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Biotechnology in Animal Production

This course provides a comprehensive overview of biotechnology in animal production. It explores the definitions of biotechnology, recombinant DNA technology, and genetic engineering. The course covers essential tools like cloning, marker-assisted selection, and gene sequencing. It also examines the application of biotechnology in animal and feed production, nutrition, reproduction, and disease control. Furthermore, the course discusses DNA tests for meat quality, genotype identification, and conservation of animal genetic resources.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
BiotechnologyAnimal ProductionGenetic EngineeringDNA TechnologyAnimal Breeding

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Biotechnology Definitions

2

Genetic Engineering Tools

3

Animal and Feed Production

4

Animal Reproduction

5

DNA Testing

6

Animal Genetic Resources

Total Topics6 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 (2 methods)

Tutor Marked Assignments

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

Animal Breeder

Apply your skills in this growing field

Geneticist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Biotechnologist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Livestock Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Scientist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Animal AgriculturePharmaceuticalsFood ProductionEnvironmental Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Biotechnology

3h

Unit 1: Definition of Biotechnology / Recombinant DNA Technology / Genetic Engineering

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the basic concepts of biotechnology.
  • •Define biotechnology, recombinant DNA technology, and genetic engineering.
  • •Explain the applications of biotechnology in various fields.
Week
2

Module 2: Genetic Engineering Tools

4h

Unit 2: Genetic Engineering Tools: Cloning, Marker-Assisted Selection, QTL Mapping, Physical and Genetic Mapping, Transgenes, Transgenesis, Gene Banks, Gene Sequencing, DNA Fingerprinting, Bio-Informatics

4 study hours
  • •Study the different genetic engineering tools.
  • •Understand the process of cloning and its applications.
  • •Learn about marker-assisted selection and QTL mapping.
Week
3

Module 3: Applications of Biotechnology

4h

Unit 3: Application of Biotechnology in Animal and Feed Production, Nutrition, Reproduction, Genetics and Breeding, Disease and Metabolic Control, Pollution Abatement and Environmental Management

4 study hours
  • •Explore the applications of biotechnology in animal and feed production.
  • •Understand how biotechnology is used in nutrition and reproduction.
  • •Learn about the role of biotechnology in genetics and breeding.
Week
4

Module 3: Applications of Biotechnology

3h

Unit 3: Application of Biotechnology in Animal and Feed Production, Nutrition, Reproduction, Genetics and Breeding, Disease and Metabolic Control, Pollution Abatement and Environmental Management

3 study hours
  • •Study the applications of biotechnology in disease and metabolic control.
  • •Understand how biotechnology is used in pollution abatement and environmental management.
  • •Review case studies on successful biotechnology applications.
Week
5

Module 4: DNA Testing

4h

Unit 4: Use of DNA Tests for Meat Quality, Genotype Identification, Paternity Testing, Disease Diagnostics

4 study hours
  • •Learn about the use of DNA tests for meat quality.
  • •Understand how DNA tests are used for genotype identification.
  • •Explore the applications of DNA tests in paternity testing.
Week
6

Module 4: DNA Testing

3h

Unit 4: Use of DNA Tests for Meat Quality, Genotype Identification, Paternity Testing, Disease Diagnostics

3 study hours
  • •Study the use of DNA tests for disease diagnostics.
  • •Understand the different types of genetic tests available.
  • •Review case studies on the application of DNA tests in disease diagnosis.
Week
7

Module 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources

4h

Unit 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources, Ex Situ and In Situ

4 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of animal genetic resources.
  • •Learn about the importance of conserving animal genetic resources.
  • •Study the methods of ex situ conservation.
Week
8

Module 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources

3h

Unit 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources, Ex Situ and In Situ

3 study hours
  • •Study the methods of in situ conservation.
  • •Compare and contrast ex situ and in situ conservation methods.
  • •Discuss the challenges and opportunities in conserving animal genetic resources.
Week
9

Module 1: Introduction to Biotechnology

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Biotechnology / Recombinant DNA Technology / Genetic Engineering

2 study hours
  • •Review the definitions of biotechnology, recombinant DNA technology, and genetic engineering.
  • •Practice applying these definitions to real-world scenarios.
  • •Prepare for a quiz on the basic concepts.
Week
10

Module 2: Genetic Engineering Tools

3h

Unit 2: Genetic Engineering Tools: Cloning, Marker-Assisted Selection, QTL Mapping, Physical and Genetic Mapping, Transgenes, Transgenesis, Gene Banks, Gene Sequencing, DNA Fingerprinting, Bio-Informatics

3 study hours
  • •Review the different genetic engineering tools.
  • •Create diagrams illustrating the processes of cloning and marker-assisted selection.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each tool.
Week
11

Module 3: Applications of Biotechnology

3h

Unit 3: Application of Biotechnology in Animal and Feed Production, Nutrition, Reproduction, Genetics and Breeding, Disease and Metabolic Control, Pollution Abatement and Environmental Management

3 study hours
  • •Review the applications of biotechnology in animal and feed production, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and breeding.
  • •Write a short essay on the impact of biotechnology on animal agriculture.
  • •Prepare for a class discussion on the ethical considerations of these applications.
Week
12

Module 4: DNA Testing

3h

Unit 4: Use of DNA Tests for Meat Quality, Genotype Identification, Paternity Testing, Disease Diagnostics

3 study hours
  • •Review the use of DNA tests for meat quality, genotype identification, paternity testing, and disease diagnostics.
  • •Solve practice problems related to paternity testing and disease diagnostics.
  • •Prepare for a mock exam on DNA testing applications.
Week
13

Module 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources

3h

Unit 5: Conservation of Animal Genetic Resources, Ex Situ and In Situ

3 study hours
  • •Review the methods of ex situ and in situ conservation of animal genetic resources.
  • •Develop a conservation plan for a specific breed of livestock.
  • •Present your plan to the class and receive feedback.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all tutor-marked assignments and their solutions.

2

Create concept maps linking key concepts from different units.

3

Focus on understanding the applications of biotechnology in each area.

4

Practice defining key terms and explaining their significance.

5

Study case studies to understand real-world applications.

6

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra focus on difficult units.

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