ANIML SC 3045RW - Animal Breeding and Genetics III
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Course Details
| Course Code | ANIML SC 3045RW |
| Course | Animal Breeding and Genetics III |
| Coordinating Unit | School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences, Faculty of Sciences |
| Term | Semester 1 2013 |
| Mode | Internal |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Location/s | Roseworthy |
| Units | 3 |
| Contact | Up to 6 hours per week |
| Prerequisites | BIOLOGY 1101 & BIOLOGY 1202 |
| Corequisites | Not applicable |
| Incompatible | BIOLOGY 1203RW |
| Assumed Knowledge | ANIML SC 2501WT or ANIML SC 2501RW & ANIML SC 2503RW |
| Restrictions | Not applicable |
| Quota | Not applicable |
| Course Description | The application of scientific methods to animal breeding has led to major improvements in the output, cost and quality of meat, milk and fibre. In addition, animal breeding plans are important for continued improvement of companion animals and management of endangered species. Topics include an introduction to quantitative genetics, maximising response to selection, crossbreeding, estimation of genetic parameters and breeding values, mode of inheritance, mating systems, fitness and quality traits, animal diversity, development of breeding programs, use of biotechnology in breeding programs including gene mapping and parentage testing. Examples will be drawn from Australia's livestock industries as well as wildlife and companion animals. |
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