Breeding Animals

ACS DIstance Education

Duration: 100 Hours

Course program
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Type:	Courses
Method:	Online
Prepares for:	Learn to plan implementation of an animal breeding program using genetic theory, practical applications to daily husbandry practice, and management of animal breeding programs. Includes a sound introduction to genetics Relevant to any type of animal (pets, farm animals, wildlife, horses, dogs, etc) Personal guidence from highly qualifed and experienced animal scientists and practitioners.
Geared towards:	Anyone
Requirements:	None

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Course program

Lesson Structure

There are 7 lessons in this course:

Introduction To Genetics
Genetics
Selection
Pure Breeding
Introduction To Cross Breeding
Cross Breeding
Livestock Improvement

Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading.
Aims

Explain genetic influence on the characteristics exhibited by animals.
Explain the factors that interact with genes to produce nonconformity in animals.
Develop procedures to select animals for a breeding program.
Develop an animal straight breeding program.
Develop an animal cross breeding program.
Explain the commercial methods used to breed farm animals

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