agr2eqr equine reproduction
EQUINE REPRODUCTION
AGR2EQR
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces reproductive anatomy and physiology of the breeding animal and relates this to their management and selection. The importance of maximizing reproductive efficiency as a management goal and identifying key areas that contribute to reproductive inefficiency in the horse are explored. Practical skills in managing procedures relating to equine reproduction are undertaken in a simulated and real workplace environment.
SchoolLife Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDimuthu Wijesinghe
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into SBATE or requires Subject Coordinator approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsThis subject is taught at the Epping campus of Melbourne Polytechnic. The student is expected to work with live animals. All use of animals is regulated through the Scientific Procedures Licence and The Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Equine reproductive physiology, breeding and stud management
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorDavies Morel, MCG
Year2015
Edition/Volume4TH EDN
PublisherCABI PUBLISHING, WALLINGFORD
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Current therapy in equine reproduction
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSamper, JC, Pycock, JF & McKinnon, AO
Year2011
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherSTATE UNIVERSITY PRESS, ARNES AI
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The horse from conception to maturity
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorRossdale, PD & Bailey, M
Year2002
Edition/Volume2ND EDN
PublisherJ.A. ALLEN & CO., LONDON
ISBNN/A
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Equine breeding management and artificial insemination
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSamper, J
Year2008
Edition/Volume2ND EDN
PublisherSAUNDERS, PHILADELPHIA, PA
ISBNN/A
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Equine reproduction
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorMcKinnon, AO, Squires, EL, Valla, WE & Varner, DD
Year2011
Edition/Volume2ND REV EDN
PublisherIOWA. STATE UNIVERSITY, PRESS, ARNES AL
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Epping (Melbourne Polytechnic), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDimuthu Wijesinghe
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Delivered as either face-to-face or as a pre-recorded lecture
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Twelve 3.00 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Practical at Melbourne Polytechnic's Equine Facilities or other suitable equine facilities. Practical classes will be capped at 20 per class. Where there are more than 20 enrolments, extra practical classes will be scheduled.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
Delivered as self- directed learning tasks to be completed from prescribed texts or on line using student management systems
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Assessed tutorials/workshops (1,500-word equivalent). Written and practical assessments | Other | Individual | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Report (1,500-words). From a selection of horse breeds, description of selected animals will be reported on describing reproductive physiology observed on farms where different breeding techniques are utilised | Report | Individual | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
One 1.5 hour written examination (1,500-word equivalent) | Central exam | Individual | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |