Animal Reproduction

Approval in Animal Anatomy and Physiology Curricular Unit is desirable.

Exposition of theoretical concepts. 

Questions for the students during the exposure. 

Videos and slide shows.

Practical lessons with models and organs from the slaughterhouse.

Field classes on breeding management in the ESAC pedagogical units.

Laboratory classes on semen evaluation.

Literature research, preparation, presentation, and discussion of papers on topics of interest, such as reproductive control in different animal species.

The following learning outcomes aim to provide students with the skills for critical and analytical intervention in the reproductive management of different animal species within a professional context:

1. To know female and male sexual behavior.

2. To evaluate different reproductive methods and techniques.

3. To understand the importance of reproductive control.

4. To know reproductive systems in oviparous species

1. Anatomical characteristics of female and male reproductive system in different animal species.
2. Estrous cycles: phases, events, and neuroendocrine regulation.
3. Spermatogenesis: hormonal control and factors affecting it.
4. Fertilization and embryonic development. Maternal recognition of pregnancy; Implantation and placental attachment.
5. Gestation and methods of pregnancy diagnosis.
6. Parturition: physiological mechanism and phases.
7. Puerperium: major events.
8. Estrus detection methods.
9. Estrus induction and synchronization methods.
10. Collection, evaluation, and preservation of semen.
11. Breeding methods: natural breeding and artificial insemination.
12. Embryo transfer.
13. Reproductive control: reproductive rates and causes of reproductive failure in different animal species; Fertility improvement options.
14. Reproduction in poultry: male and female.
15. Fish reproduction.

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