Course image ANP 62230 Feeds Science and Technology
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Brief description

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.

This is a module of 3 components:

  • Feeds analysis and Evaluation
  • Feed manufacturing, microbiology and conservation
  • Feed Formulation

Learning Outcomes

A. Knowledge and Understanding

At a full completion of this module, the student must have the ability to:

A1) Demonstrate a systematic and comprehensive understanding of the main areas of animal feeding and its implication towards a systematic and comprehensive understanding of the main areas of feed science and technology, a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights at the forefront of feed manufacturing,

A2) Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of relevant techniques applicable to their research in to research in animal feed science and technology,

A3) Demonstrate an understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used in the domain of feed science and technology.

B. Practice: applied knowledge and understanding

At a full completion of this module, the student must have the ability to:

B.1) Use a significant range of the principle skills, techniques, practices and/or materials, including some at the forefront of developments, associated with animal feed and feeding technology,

B.2) Apply a range of standard and specialized research or equivalent techniques of enquiry, related to feed science and technology,

B.3) Plan and carry out a significant project of research, investigation or development, with application to animal feed, feeding and feeding technology,

B.4) Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge in animal feeding and related domains,

Indicative Resources

Banerjee GC. 1988. Feeds and Principles of Animal Nutrition. Oxford & IBH. Givens DI.2000. Forage Evaluation in Runminant Nutrition. Great Britain Publ. Gohl BO. 1985. Tropical Feeds. FAO.

Lohan OP, Chahal SM & Kishore N. 1998. Feed Qualiry Evaluation Techniques. CCS Haryana Agricultural Univ. Press.

McEllihnery, Robert R. 1994. Feed Manufacturing Technology. The American Feed Industry Assoc.

Perry TW. 2004. Feeds and Feeding. Prentice Hall.

Ponds WG, Church DC & Pond KR. 1995. Basic Animal Nutrition and Feeding. John Wiley & Sons.

Givens DI. 2000. Forage Evaluation in Ruminant Nutrition. Great Britain Publ. Khare BP. 1994. Stored Grain Pests and their Management. Kalyani.

Krishna G & Ranjhan SK. 1991. Special Analytical Techniques in Nutritional Biochemisoy. Kalyani.

Lohan OP, Chahal SM & Kishore N. 1998. Feed Quality Evaluation Techniques. CCS Haryana Agricultural Univ. Press.

McEllihnery Robert R. 1994. Feed Manufacturing Technology. The American Feed Industry Assoc.

Ponds WG, Church DC & Pond KR. 1995. Basic Animal Nutrition and Feeding. John Wiley & Sons. aworski F. 1997. Feed Industry Red Book. ZMAG Pub

Course image Irrigation Modeling
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SUMMARY This publication is intended to provide guidance in determining crop water requirements and their application in planning, design and operation of irrigation projects. Part 1.1 presents suggested methods to derive crop water requirements. The use of four well-known methods for determining such requirements is defined to obtain reference crop evapotranspiration (ETo), which denotes the level of evapotranspiration for different climatic conditions. These methods are the Bla.ney- Criddle, the Radiation, the Penman and Pan Evaporation methods, each requiring a different set of climatic data. To derive the evapotranspiration for a specific crop, relationships between crop evapotran.spiration (ETcrop) and reference crop evapotranspiration (ETo) are given in Part I . 2 for different crops , stages of growth, length of growing season and prevailing climatic conditions. The effect of local conditions on crop water requirements is given in Part 1.3; this includes local variation in climate, advection, soil water availability and agronomic and irrigation methods and practices. Calculation procedures are presented together with examples. A detailed discussion on selection and calibration of the preSented methodologies together with the data sources is given in Appendix II. A computer programme on applying the different methods is given in Appendix III. Part 11 discusses the application of crop water requirements data in irrigationproject planning, design and operation.. Part II. 1 deals v.rith deriving the field water balance, which in turn forms the basis for predicting season.al and peak irrigation supplies for general planning purposes. Attention is given to irrigation efficiency and water requirements for cultural practices and leaching of salts. In Part 11.2 methods are presented to arrive at field and scheme supply schedules with emphasis towards the field water balance and field irrigation management. Criteria are given for operating the canal system using different methods of water delivery, and for subsequent design parameters of the system. Suggestions are made in Part 11.3 on refinement of field and project supply schedules once the project is in operation. The presented guidelines are based on measured data and experience obtained covering a wide range of conditions. Local practical, technical, social a.nd econo- mic considerations will, however, affect the planning criteria selected. Therefore caution and a critical attitude should still be taken when applyin.g the presented methodology.

Course image AEC412300: APPLIED ECONOMETRICS IN AGRICULTURE
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The module of Applied Econometrics in Agriculture is designed for helping students to advance econometrics methods and apply them to the analysis of agricultural problems. It is divided into two main parts: Advanced econometrics and Agricultural Price Analysis.

Course image Applied statistics
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Brief description of aims and content

Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

Various qualitative and quantitative methods in research

How to compute, evaluate and analyze qualitative and quantitative data

Application of scientific research methods and techniques in dealing with modern business issues, soil and agricultural sciences

Training students in the art of conceptualization of research problems,

Collection and analysis of data and writing of reports with a focus on problem oriented business research in Rwanda

This module also introduces the techniques of conducting research thought, being equipped with mechanisms of data collection, analysis, presentation, writing and reporting. Techniques which are both qualitative and quantitative in nature are vital if results presented are to be evaluated.

Learning Outcomes

i) Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to:

  1. Solve soil problems using various statistical formulas and probability theories
  2. Solve social problems using various statistical formulas and probability theories
  3. Apply different formulas in solving decision making related social problems.
  4. Apply different formulas in solving decision making related soil sciences problems

    v.        Define research problem and formulate research questions and hypothesis

  vi.        By the end of the module students should be also able to apply research methodology and undertake empirical research proposal that will be part of the requirement for the completion of the Bachelors' degree.

The course is divided into two main components such as (1)Introduction to research methodology and (2) statistics and probability

Component 1. Introduction to research methodology

Chap 1:  Introduction

Chap 2: Defining the Research Problem

Chap 3: Research Design

Chap 4: Sampling Design

Chap5: Methods of Data Collection

Chap 6: Presentation and Analysis of Data and Interpretation and Report Writing

Component 2.Statistics and probability

Chapter1: Introduction to statistics and quantitative methods

Chapter 2: descriptive statistics

Chapter 3: Probability: Basic Terminology, three types of probability, Rules of probability under conditions of statistical independence and dependence

Chapter 4: Probability distribution: Random variables, expected value in decision making, binomial 

Chapter 5: Sampling and sampling distributions

Chapter 6: estimation and hypothesis testing.     

Learning and Teaching Strategy

 After each theory presented, complete examples and exercises  will be given

  • The students will solve exercises at the end of each chapter in group works and the lecturer will be supervising them.

 

Course image RDA2121000: Economic Analysis
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Aim: Microeconomics deals with how individual or a firm makes a decision. The main objective of the course entitle “intermediate microeconomics” is to be familiar with analysing how individual behaves on markets of goods and services when they are constrained by their limited resources. In addition to that, the course helps to understand how a firm decide to increase production or when it shuts temporally its activities. The course also highlights how individual or a firm make decision on perfect competition or their strategies taken when operating on imperfect markets.  

 

Content: Consumer Behaviour- Producer theory- Market structure: Theory of the markets and: Partial equilibrium- and when time allows, an overview on general equilibrium and markets failures will be developed and presented to students.

Course image AP4121000 Non Ruminant Production
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GENERAL INFORMATION

Welcome message to the online teaching of the Module” Non-r-Ruminant Production”

Dear Students,

Greetings and welcome to the Module of Non-r-Ruminant Production”

In this module, you are going to study the management of Non-ruminants breeding stocks, growing and young animals of Poultry, Rabbits, and Pigs. You will also study their housing, equipment, and feeding practices. Production and management practices, livestock economics as well as health management of stock. In addition, you will learn poultry Hatchery management. It is our sincere hope you find the course interesting and very useful. We wish you success in your studies and your future.

1.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE MODULE

The Module of “Non-Ruminant Production” has 15 credits and it was designed to be taught in Bachelors of Science with Honours in Animal Production to Year 4 students

It consists of 3 components: Poultry production and Hatchery Management (1), Rabbit Production (2), and Pig Production(3). However, 8 credits are dedicated to Poultry Production, 2credits to Rabbits, and 4credits to Pig production. The materials in this module are based on a practical approach to what is routinely practice on Poultry, Rabbit, and Pig farms. In order to learn more about this module, you are expected to make reference to other sources of information like the Library, Poultry, Pig and Rabbit books signals, and the Internet. For more knowledge, you are encouraged to frequently visit nearby Poultry, Rabbit, and pig farms and offer to participate in the management aspect. This will go a long way in enriching your knowledge and developing your skills in handling Non-ruminants animals. You will also find self-assessment, assignment in the group, and exercises embedded within each unit of the module for you to do and answer. At the end of each unit, you will have a CAT and a final exam covering the whole module.

2. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES

After successful completion of this module, the student will be able to:

  1. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of keeping Poultry, Pigs, and Rabbits and distribution around the world.
  2. Recognize the problems or constraints of Poultry, Pigs and Rabbits production and propose solutions
  3. Identify based on their physical appearance the different breeds of Poultry, Rabbits, and Pigs.
  4. Know the guidelines on how to improve Poultry, Pigs, and Rabbits in Rwanda.
  5. Explain the procedure of processing and system of marketing poultry, Rabbit, Pigs, and their products.
  6. Take part in the management of Poultry, Rabbits, and Pigs from day old to point of disposal or slaughter.
  7. Identify the signs, of common diseases and parasites of non- ruminants and the measures necessary for their prevention and control.
  8. Understand the Nutrition of non-ruminants, their requirements, sources, and types.
  9. Explain the adjustments needed in housing, the system of production, with a view to improving the productivity of these animals in Rwanda.
  10. Hatchery management

3. Assessment pattern

The assessment method is summarized in the table below:

Assessment

Weighting (%)

In-course assessment:

 

Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs)

30%

Assignment + practical works

20%

Final assessment(Examination):

50%

Total

100%

4. TEACHING TEAM

Lecturers’names

 Component to teach

Email

Phone number

DUSINGIZE Christine

Poultry Production

mchridus@gmail.com

0788861318

HAMIM Abbas

Rabbit Production

hamimabbas77@gmail.com

0788622386

UGIRABE Marie Aurore

Pig Production

ugirabea@gmail.com

0788596955

Course image AP22210: General farm animal production
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This course will provide students with an understanding of principles of ruminant animal production.

This course will provide:
  1. The importance of ruminant farming in Rwanda; introduction on the basic principles ruminant animal production and husbandry
  2. Dairy and beef cattle breeds, reproduction, feeding, health and market management
  3. Goat and sheep breeds, reproduction, feeding, health and market management.

At the end of this course, students will know:

  • Definitions and concepts used in ruminant animal production
  • The role of ruminant animal production in National economy, constraints, challenges and opportunities of ruminant animal production in Rwanda
  • Ruminant animal production systems: definitions, types and classification, determinants of animal production systems
  • Types of dairy, beef, goats and sheep breeds, and options for breed improvement
  • Dairy cattle and shoats production in the tropics (Rwanda status, challenges and opportunities)
  • Ruminant diseases, diagnosis,  control and prevention methods.
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Welcome to the course of Botany.

Botany is life science which deals with plants. It is different from zoology which deals with Animals.The subject of botany deals with the study of plants from many points of view such the internal and external structures of all kinds of plants from the simplest to the most complex forms their diverse functions, especially with regard to the manufacture of food, including  mode of respiration, various kinds of movements exhibited by them, their modes of reproduction, conducting of water and food through plant body, etc ; their adaptation to diverse conditions of the environment; their distribution in space and time; their life history, relationship with other plants and classification into natural groups; their evolution from the lower and simpler forms to the of heredity (inheritance of characters by the oft spring); the varied uses that plants may be put to and the different methods that can be adapted to improve plants is the direction of better quality and linger yield, and even to produce new types of plants for better uses by mankind.

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MODULE DESCRIPTION

Agroforestry is science that deals with association of trees and crops at the same piece of LAND.students will cover different  types of tree crop combinations and  types of interactions .

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IPM  is a science that deals with prevention of pest attacs that can lead to crop  damage.

Course image FOR41220: Basic properties of wood
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Basic properties of wood is a course which is offered to 4 year students who take bachelor of science with honours in Forestry and Agroforestry. This course provides the knowledge and skills relating to classification of woody plants, tree growth and wood formation, microstructures of wood, macrostructures of wood, Chemical composition of wood and physical and mechanical properties of wood.

Course image TOT: Agricultural extension ( comp1)
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What is technology transfer? Technology transfer is the process of sharing of skills, knowledge, technologies, methods of manufacturing, samples of manufacturing and facilities among governments and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users who can then further develop and exploit the technology into new products, processes, applications, materials or services.

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This module is  designed for  year 2 students, Forestry and Nature Conservation Department and is composed of a number of components: introduction to principles of forestry, introduction to biodiversity conservation, introduction to ecology and Dendrology. It intends to  introduce students to some of the principles in Forestry management, life diversification, biodiversity and it environment, tree species classification, etc.

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This course intends to expose you to the process of forest management planning. It starts with an introduction which covers the definitions of important terminologies used in forest management. The next topic covers various principles which are used in forest management. Topic 3 covers the important steps which are supposed to be followed while developing a forest management plan. Topic four covers District forest management plan and last topic provide a close look on GIS application in forest management plan.