BI2S009 - Breeding and Genetics 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI2S009 | ||
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| Module Title: | Breeding and Genetics | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Biological and Forensic Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Science | ||
| Module Leader: | |||
| Module Team: | Michele Gorman, Pete Dunford, Lauren Rees | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2013 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100259 - genetics | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
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| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
Breeding programmes are the foundation for sustaining animal related enterprises, whether this is carried out directly or animals are procured. This module will give learners the opportunity to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of animal breeding. Aspects covered will include reproductive physiology (anatomy and common disorders), breeding techniques and breeding and selection strategies including genetics.
To build knowledge and understanding relating to the cycle of events relating to pregnancy, parturition (normal & abnormal), neonatal care and growth and development.
To outline current breeding technology methodologies and treatment regimes.
Give an overview of selection of breeding stock and genetics
Content Summary
Genetics: Laws of Inheritance; Monohybrid and dihybrid inheritance; Gene interactions (incomplete dominance, co-dominance, multiple alleles, lethal genes, epistasis, polygenic inheritance, sex-linkage); family pedigree and pedigree charts; Chi-squared test;
Breeding Stock: Motives for breeding; Selection of breeding stock (male and female); Breeding records; Oestrus (Physiology, signs, manipulation); Optimum conditions of breeding stock (e.g. age, weight); Breeding Problems (Infertility, dystocia, post-partum problems); Management of breeding (mating, pregnancy diagnosis, pregnancy, parturition and rearing);
Reproductive technologies: Genetic engineering; cloning; transgenics/ gene editing; Use of hormones (e.g. infertility treatments; contraception, superovulation); artificial insemination and embryo transfer;
Ethics: Breeders responsibilities; use of reproductive technologies.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 48 |
| Independent Study | 76 |
| Directed Study | 76 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse the effects of gene interactions on a selected population. Examine and appraise current methods of selection and manipulation of breeding stock. |
| LO2 | Analyse and evaluate the management and improvement of breeding stock using selection and reproductive technologies. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | Examination | 85 | N/A | 35 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Report (CW) 1 | Learners will analyse the effects of gene interactions on a selected population and evaluate the management and improvement of breeding stock using reproductive technologies. | 0 | 3250 | 65 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Report (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |