Module Identifier | RS33720 | ||||||||||||||
Module Title | EQUINE STUD MANAGEMENT AND REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY | ||||||||||||||
Academic Year | 2006/2007 | ||||||||||||||
Co-ordinator | Dr Mina C G Davies-Morel | ||||||||||||||
Semester | Semester 2 (Taught over 2 semesters) | ||||||||||||||
Pre-Requisite | RS23710 or equivalent for post-HND students | ||||||||||||||
Course delivery | Lecture | 2 x 1 hour lectures per week | |||||||||||||
Other | 1 day visit, usually in Semester 2 | ||||||||||||||
Assessment |
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Discuss the application of equine reproductive physiology to the management of equine breeding stock.
Discuss the use of modern reproductive technology in equine stud management
Evaluate the various management systems used in stud management, including mare, stallion, foal and young-
stock management.
Select breeding stock based upon reproductive competence.
Discuss current areas of research in equine stud management.
Evaluate the major factors determining the success of equine reproduction and management.
Problem_solving | The essay set will be based upon a scenario/case study and will require the identification of the problems within the scenario along with potential solutions. Hence problem solving skills will be both developed and assessed. | ||
Communication | The coursework for this module will be an essay based upon a scenario/case study. As such the students' ability to communicate their ideas and information retrieved effectively in writing will be directly assessed. |
This module is at CQFW Level 6