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| Unit | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
| ZOOTECHNICS PR. | |
| Code | ZTP412 |
| Name | Genetics of Farm Animals |
| Term | 2020-2021 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. Mervan BAYRAKTAR |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. BAHRİ DEVRİM ÖZCAN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Gain ability and knowledge on genetics of farm animals in order to make use of economically important traits in domestic livestock species
Course Content
Introduction to genetics of farm animals, Quantitative characters and genetics, Population genetics, Genetic defects in farm animals, Use of molecular genetics in farm animals
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows the basic principles and importance of genetics in livestock |
| LO02 | Knows the role and principles of animal breeding in population genetics |
| LO03 | Knows the importance of quantitative characters in animal breeding |
| LO04 | Use genetic knowledge in animal breeding |
| LO05 | Selects breeding animals using molecular techniques |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Has information on basic characteristics (anatomic, morphologic,physiological and biological) of farm animals | 1 |
| PLO02 | - | Has information on planning animal housing for environmental aspects and animal species, about forage production and storage for environmental conditions and different species, making plans about animal breeding | 5 |
| PLO03 | - | Has genetic and statistical information which can be the basis of animal improvement .Has adequate knowledge of industrial animal farming | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Has information on alternative production systems | 4 |
| PLO05 | - | To get technical knowledge in his/her field | 3 |
| PLO06 | - | Knows the techniques in Animal Breeding and applies. Has information about small cattle raising and poultry farming and nutrition and applies.Transfers genetic and statistical information that can be the basis of animal breeding to animal production | 4 |
| PLO07 | - | Finds the reasons of the technical and economical problems that can adversely affect the quality and capacity levels desired in Animal Science and develops solutions | 3 |
| PLO08 | - | Obtains information in the field of Animal Science, researches, evaluates, records,consults,plans projects and applies | 3 |
| PLO09 | - | Uses IT to get new information in animal production | 2 |
| PLO10 | - | Transfers knowledge to people who work in the field at various levels, has communication skills,has the self -confidence in providing information and following technical developments | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, importance of animal production | Lecture | |
| 2 | Cells, chromosomes and gamets | Genetic books | |
| 3 | Mendelian genetics-1 | Genetic books | |
| 4 | Mendelian genetics-2 | Genetic books | |
| 5 | Genes, their structure and functions | Genetic books | |
| 6 | Linkage, sex related traits | Genetic books | |
| 7 | Probability and tests of genetic hypotheses | Genetic books | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Mid-term axam | |
| 9 | Gene dependent disorders | Genetic books | |
| 10 | Chromosome abnormalities | Genetic books | |
| 11 | Quantitative traits and genetics-1 | Genetic books | |
| 12 | Quantitative traits and genetics-2 | Genetic books | |
| 13 | Molecular genetic applications in farm animals-1 | Lecture | |
| 14 | Molecular genetic applications in farm animals-2 | Lecture | |
| 15 | Studying to final exam | Studying to final exam | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Final exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Final exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||