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COURSE   SYLLABUS

 

ANIMAL BREEDING

PAZ 2551

JOYCE B. KAPLAN

Office Hours: T &Th 2-4, W & F 10-1 (W/F may be held at zoo)

Office Location:  Bldg..17, Rm. 1755

Office Phone: 484-1164

Email: jkaplan@pjc.edu

Course Website: http://itech.pjc.edu/jkaplan/zootech/

 

                                    PJC information:

                                                Biology Department Head---J. Brady 484-1168

                                                Provost---M. Williams 484-2230

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 

PAZ 2551.  Animal Breeding.  3 credit hours. An introduction to the principles and practices of animal breeding.  Students will receive instruction in the modes of inheritance and the biology of reproduction as well as the requirements for animal reproduction.   Case studies and rationales for scientific management of breeding programs will also be emphasized.

 

TEXTBOOK:

 

Bearden, H.J, J.W. Fuquay, and S.T. Willard, 2004.  Applied Animal Reproduction, 6th edition, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.

 

MAJOR LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Discuss the key features of the anatomy, physiology, and control of vertebrate reproductive systems.

2.  Discuss the key principles of animal genetics, gametogenesis, fertilization, and embryonic development.

3.  Understand the scientific method and be able to read and evaluate current research in the field of animal reproduction.

4.  Discuss current practices in exotic/endangered animal breeding programs.

 

SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

 

In support of these learning outcomes, during the course the student will: 
1. Correctly identify the anatomical and physiological features of the reproductive system of mammals and compare with fishes, herps, and birds.
2. Correctly describe the hormonal control of reproduction in mammals and compare with fishes, herps, and birds.
3. Correctly describe the processes of gametogenesis, fertilization, and embryo development in mammals.
4. Use genetic principles to determine potential breeding outcomes.
5. Model the use of studbooks and endangered animal information to make breeding decisions for species.
6. Read, summarize according to the scientific method, and evaluate current research articles in the field of animal reproduction.

 

ATTENDANCE / MAKE-UP WORK:

 

Students are expected to attend and be punctual for all scheduled classes.  Students not attending more than 3 scheduled classes will be withdrawn from the course as per PJC catalog.  A student not in the class at its beginning will be counted as tardy (three tardies = one absence).  In the case of missed exams, students should notify or leave a voice mail message for the instructor prior to the class being missed concerning their circumstances and must arrange for tests to be made up before the next class session.  The instructor will consider each case upon its own circumstances.  You are responsible for material covered while absent and will be expected to be prepared for tests and homework due the next class session.

 

NOTE: The last day to withdraw from Spring courses this term is April 3.  No withdrawals are available after this date; you will receive a letter grade (which will be an Early F in the case of excessive absences).  Extenuating circumstances involve filing an appeal to attempt to get a W.  Please remember that completion of all courses with a grade of “C” or better is required for continuation in the Zoo Animal Technology degree program.

 

METHODS OF EVALUATION:

 

Grades will be based on a percentage scale of total points earned compared to the total points possible.  Points are earned by 2 lecture exams, a final exam, 3 research article summaries, and attendance/class participation.  No extra credit will be given and no grades will be dropped.

40% of the grade = 2 Lecture Exams

20% of the grade = Final Exam

30% of the grade = 3 article summaries

10% of the grade = Attendance (grading within allowable absences as described by instructor) + class participation (on a sliding subjective scale) may be taken into account to adjust up or down

 

A = 90-100%

B = 80-89.99%

C = 70-79.99%

D = 60-69.99%

F = 59.99% and below

 

+ grades in the top 2.99% of allowable categories

 

PLAGIARISM / CHEATING POLICY:

 

If plagiarism and/or cheating occurs in this course, a zero will be given to the student(s) involved for that exam or assignment, with possible assignment of an “Early F” in the course.

 PJC DSS NOTICE:

 

For students with a disability which falls under the American Disability Act, it is the responsibility of the student to notify the instructor and Disabled Student Services to discuss any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course.

TENTATIVE ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE FOR ANIMAL BREEDING

SPRING 2009--TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS, RM 1704---9:30 – 10:45am

(Schedule subject to changes by instructor as necessary)

 

* by date = paper summary due

DATE                                      TOPICS                                              READING (pgs)

 

1/8                                           Intro to Animal Breeding and                          Ch. 1

                                                The Scientific Method / Research                 

 

1/13 (room 2150)                    Use of the library for research

 

1/15                                         Female Reproductive Anatomy                     Ch. 2

                                               

1/20                                         Male Reproductive Anatomy                          Ch. 3

 

1/22                                         Reproductive Endocrinology                          Ch. 4

 

1/27                                         Estrous Cycle and oogenesis                         5-1 to -4 and 8-1 & -2                                     

1/29                                         Spermatogenesis and Semen                        Ch. 6 and 14

                                               

2/3                                           **EXAM # 1**

 

2/5*                                          Fertilization / Intro to Genetics                        Ch. 8-3 to -6

 

2/10                                         Principles of genetics                         

 

2/12                                         Principles of genetics 

 

2/17                                         Pregnancy detection and gestation                Ch. 21 & 9

 

2/19                                         Comparative embryo development

 

2/24                                         Parturition and Lactation                                 Ch. 10 & 11

 

2/26                                         Mating Behavior                                              Ch. 7 and 5-5

                                               

3/3                                           Intro to Artificial Insemination                         Ch. 12 & 17

 

3/5*                                          Semen collection, evaluation,                         Ch. 13, 15, & 16

                                                and storage for A.I.

 

3/10                                         **EXAM # 2**

 

3/12                                         Altering reproductive processes                     Ch. 18-20

 

3/17                                         Altering reproductive processes                     Ch. 18-20

 

3/19                                         Altering Reproductive Failure--anatomy and             Ch. 24 & 25

                                                physiology

 

3/22 - 3/28                               SPRING BREAK---NO CLASSES

3/31                                         Reproductive Failure—disease                                  Ch. 26

                                               

4/2                                           Comparative Vertebrate Reproduction (fishes)

 

4/7                                           Comparative Vertebrate Reproduction (herps)

 

4/9*                                          Comparative Vertebrate Reproduction (birds)

 

4/14                                         Studbooks / Reproductive Decisionmaking

 

4/16 (room 2150)                    Modeling Population Management: To Save a Species software

 

4/21 (room 2150)                    Modeling Population Management: To Save a Species software    

                                               

4/23                                         Model SSP Meeting

 

4/28                                         What’s being done?  Intro to reproductive research

                                               

4/30                                         Final Exam Review

 

5/5                                           Final Exam---9:00 am - 11:00 am