MSC in Animal Production

This module of Animal nutrition (20 credits) is designed for graduate students in masters program of Animal Production. The aim of this module is to increase skills of student in animal feed requirements and metabolism and relate it to physiologic functions of different organs in the ruminants and monogastric animals. The students will be able to use the knowledge and skills in animal nutrition and analytical techniques to assess the feeding value and potential role of animal feed resources.

The module will comprise familiarization with fundamental concepts on Feed Science and Technology, formula feed manufacturing and different operations involved, layout, designing, operation and management of feed plants, nutritional quality of feed ingredients and feeds, evaluation of feed resources and feed preservation techniques, procurement and storage of feed ingredients, losses during storage and its control.

The module is meant to familiarization students with Feed concepts of nutrients requirement for different physiological functions in ruminants and non-ruminants livestock species.

This course teaches advanced statistics and biometry. The course is designed to provide learners with knowledge on experimental design, data collection, data exploration and analyses. The course focuses on lectures and problem sets. 

Welcome to this module " Animal Ethology and Welfare", the course considers the protection and welfare of animals, especially scientific research in this area.

The emphasis will be farm and pet animals, although much of the information will be relevant also to other categories of animals and to a wide range of different contexts e.g. housing, management, transport, competition, exhibition, slaughter, etc. Basic information on the legislation for the protection of animals and the ethical views regarding animals will be provided.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Understand the main areas of animal behavior and its implication towards animal welfare and protection matters,
2. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of relevant techniques applicable to their research in animal ethology and the legal provisions, in relation to animal welfare and protection
3. Demonstrate an understanding of how established techniques of research and inquiry are used in the domain of animal welfare and handling ethics
4. Use a significant range of the principle skills, techniques, practices and/or materials, including some at the forefront of developments, associated with animal ethology
5. Apply a range of standard and specialized research or equivalent techniques of enquiry
6. Plan and carry out a significant project of research, investigation or development, with application to animal ethology, animal health management and welfare
7. Deal with complex issues and make informed judgments in the absence of complete data, to describe important concepts, including animal protection and ethics, as well as animal health management
8. Analyze, evaluate and synthesize issues, which are at the forefront of knowledge in animal welfare and handling, for domestic and pet species, including captive animals
9. Demonstrate original responses to problems and issues related to animal welfare matters
10. Demonstrate the skills of life-long learning in animal welfare and related disciplines. 

Facilitators:

Dr Emmanuel Irimaso

Dr Jean Pierre Mpatswenumugabo MUganga

Dr Robert Kibuuka

This course of Biochemistry 1 is part of the module of Biochemistry which is made of three components: Biochemistry 1, Biochemistry 2 and Laboratory training. 

The component of Biochemistry 1 will focus on area below:

Elements of Cellular and Molecular Biology:

Building upon concepts introduced in Biology, consideration is given to structure and function at the cellular, subcellular, and molecular levels. Equally divided between aspects of molecular biology and cellular biology

Structural Biochemistry:

This chapter is intended to offer an introduction to the world of Biochemistry. It deals with the structure, properties, and significance of the major groups of biochemical compounds (amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and Lipids). Related areas such as pH and buffers will also be discussed and typical procedures for investigation of these materials will be performed in the laboratory. Structure and function of biological molecules, especially proteins, lipids and carbohydrates.

The course will be delivered through various lectures, assignments to enforce students learning and critical thinking as well as presentations to be made by students in order to enhance their skills in presentations and scientific communication/discussion. 

Enjoy the course!

Animal Breeding module for Master program in Animal Production. 

1. Introduction:

Welcome to the Course (Module) of Animal Genetics (ANP6123). This course and related exercises and laboratory practices are designed to equip students with a broad and integrated understanding of the established principles of farm animal genetics, with the ability describe and analyze the genetic constitution of animal populations, analyze and apply the principles and techniques of cytogenetics and genetic manipulation of nucleic acids (DNA, RNA) and proteins, applied to animal systems, production and breeding. 

2. Indicative contents:

Part 1. Population and quantitative genetics

Part 2. Animal cytogenetics

Part 3. Molecular biology

3. Attached resources:

1. Module description,
2. Presentation slides,
3. Handouts/Course Notes,
4. Key reading materials, etc..

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Introduction

Genetics is the study of genes and their effects in living organisms. The information in an organism’s genes provides a biological blueprint for its appearance, function and survival and largely defines its similarities and differences with other organisms. The genetics of livestock are therefore a critical factor influencing animal production and health.

It is recognized that, diverse animal genetic resources provide adaptability and resilience in the face of climate change, emerging diseases, pressures on feed and water supplies and shifting market demands. Henceforth, sustainable use, development and conservation of the world’s livestock genetic resources are of vital importance to agriculture, food production, rural development and the environment. 

This module will allow learners to reflect and exchange on the following major topics:

1. Genetic resources diversity and conservation (Coursework),
2. Concept of Gene Bank (Project + Seminar).

The full module description is attached bellow for details.

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This module is designed to provide skills in research methods (quantitative and qualitative approaches), international standard scientific writing and communication