Course title
現代農業論   [Modern Agricultuare]
Course category   Requirement   Credit 1 
Department   Year 4  Semester Fall 
Course type Fall  Course code 01VN4503
Instructor(s)
鈴木 栄, 荻原 勲, 伴 琢也   [SUZUKI Sakae, OGIWARA Isao, BAN Takuya]
Facility affiliation Faculty of Agriculture Office Hortscience Lab.  Email address

Course description
The purpose of this practice is to learn basic skills for examining reproductive status of domestic animals
Students learn several techniques the examination, therapy, prevention methods for reproductive and obstetric disorders in domestic animals.
Lecturers of this practice have the experiences on reproductive management and treatment of domestic animals. They provide knowledge and techniques of theriogenology, which is necessary for clinical practice.
Expected Learning
・Learing the basic techniques for examining reproductive status of domestic animals.
・Understanding the examination and diagnosis methods for reproductive disorders and learning to choose the courses of treatment.

Corresponding criteria in the Diploma Policy:
https://www.tuat.ac.jp/campuslife_career/campuslife/policy/
Course schedule
 1.Introduction
 2.General clinical examination for cows
 3.General clinical examination and evaluation of housing system for cows
 4.Female anatomy ovary and uterus collected from slaughter house
 5.Methods for clinical examination with ovary and uterus collected from slaughter house
 6.Estrus detection and vaginal test
 7.Rectal palpation
 8.Ultrasonographic examination
 9.Hormone Assay: progesterone
10.Comprehensive diagnosis of reproductive status from the clinical examinations
11.Semen collection and examination for bucks
12.Semen examination and examination for cervical mucus for cattle
13.Summary(Reproductive function and examination methods)
   Examination

14, 15.Facility visit: Bulls center and Live stock breeding technology institute
Prerequisites
Students should take the lecture of Veterinary Reproduction
This lecture is a compulsory subject and is one of the specialized subjects.
In completing this course, students will spend the standard amount of time as specified by the university.
Required Text(s) and Materials
Handouts (paper and/or electronic) will be provided if needed.
References
T.J.Parkinson, G.C.W.England "Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics 9th ed." SAUNDERS,2009. R.S.Youngquist, W.A.Threlfall "Current Therapy in Large Animal Theriogenology 2" SAUNDERS,2007.
Assessment/Grading
Performance in lecture (30%), report assignment (30%), and examination (40%)
Message from instructor(s)
Students should follow the instructions by teachers and concentrate the practice to avoid the risk of injury when handling cows during this practice.
Course keywords
Reproduction, Reproductive examination, Reproductive disorders
Office hours
Questions can be asked after class, or please request an appointment by email(endonat@cc.tuat.ac.jp).
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1/27/2023 2:18:37 PM