Animal Morphology and Physiology (upgrade)
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The course is designed to elucidate the fine details of animal biology, anatomy, physiology and metabolism, introduced with the previous course (MFA- Fundamentals), so to provide a solid and up-to-date knowledge both on animal functions and on histological structure and physiological and molecular characteristics of animals and of animal food. Objective of the course is therefore to contribute to equip students with the necessary competences so that he can manage traditional and innovative technologies in many fields, and to contribute to supply cultural basis scientifically correct, necessary in order to form personal opinions with regard to topics of strong impact, like the relationships amnong animal food, environment and human health
Expected learning outcomes
Deep and up-to-date knowledge both on animal functions and on histological structure and physiological and molecular characteristics of endocrine, nervous and immune systems.
Cultural basis scientifically correct, necessary in order to form personal opinions with regard to topics of strong impact, like the relationships amnong animal food, environment and human health.
Cultural basis scientifically correct, necessary in order to form personal opinions with regard to topics of strong impact, like the relationships amnong animal food, environment and human health.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
The program of the Teaching is divided into hours as follows:
LECTURES (3,5 CFU: 28 hrs)
Anatomy of male and female reproductive organs including differences between farm animal species (2 hrs). Physiology of male and female gametogenesis (2 hrs). The estrus cycle in farm animal species (2 hrs). Artificial Insemination (2 hrs). Semen cryopreservation (2 hrs). Control and manipulation of the estrus cycle (2 hrs). Embryo transfer (2 hrs). Embryo cryopreservation (2 hrs). Ovum pick up and in vitro fertilization (2 hrs). Genomics applied to animal reproductions (2 hrs).Cloning and genome editing (2 hrs). Basic principles of hygiene and prevention of infectious diseases (2h). Basic principles of immunology and immune response following inflammation and infection (2h). Prevention and treatment of the different stages of the productive and reproductive life of domestic animals in modern intensive farms (2h).
PRACTICAL PART (0,5 CFU: 8 hrs)
Thawing, evaluation and capacitation of bovine semen (8 hrs).
LECTURES (3,5 CFU: 28 hrs)
Anatomy of male and female reproductive organs including differences between farm animal species (2 hrs). Physiology of male and female gametogenesis (2 hrs). The estrus cycle in farm animal species (2 hrs). Artificial Insemination (2 hrs). Semen cryopreservation (2 hrs). Control and manipulation of the estrus cycle (2 hrs). Embryo transfer (2 hrs). Embryo cryopreservation (2 hrs). Ovum pick up and in vitro fertilization (2 hrs). Genomics applied to animal reproductions (2 hrs).Cloning and genome editing (2 hrs). Basic principles of hygiene and prevention of infectious diseases (2h). Basic principles of immunology and immune response following inflammation and infection (2h). Prevention and treatment of the different stages of the productive and reproductive life of domestic animals in modern intensive farms (2h).
PRACTICAL PART (0,5 CFU: 8 hrs)
Thawing, evaluation and capacitation of bovine semen (8 hrs).
Prerequisites for admission
basic knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology
Teaching methods
The Teaching of 'Technologies of Animal Reproduction' is organized into: classes for 3.5 CFU (28 hrs) and practical trainings for 1 CFU (8 hrs).
Teaching Resources
The reference textbooks of the Teaching are:
In Italian:
'Riproduzione negli animali d'allevamento' by E. S. Hafez, B. Hafez, Editor: libreriauniversitaria.it
In English:
Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 3rd Edition, a cura di L. Senger
Moreover, scientific papers of the topics of the Teaching and power point presentations of the classes will be uploaded on the website of the Teaching (The reference textbooks of the Teaching are:
In Italian:
'Riproduzione negli animali d'allevamento' by E. S. Hafez, B. Hafez, Editor: libreriauniversitaria.it
In English:
Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 3rd Edition, a cura di L. Senger
Moreover, scientific papers of the topics of the Teaching and power point presentations of the classes will be uploaded on the website of the Teaching https://rpasquariellotra.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v5/home/Default.aspx
The materials to study are identical for attending and not-attending students. Not-attending students are recommended to contact the professor using the e-mail address to ask for having clarifications.
The materials to study are identical for attending and not-attending students. Not-attending students are recommended to contact the professor using the e-mail address to ask for having clarifications.
In Italian:
'Riproduzione negli animali d'allevamento' by E. S. Hafez, B. Hafez, Editor: libreriauniversitaria.it
In English:
Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 3rd Edition, a cura di L. Senger
Moreover, scientific papers of the topics of the Teaching and power point presentations of the classes will be uploaded on the website of the Teaching (The reference textbooks of the Teaching are:
In Italian:
'Riproduzione negli animali d'allevamento' by E. S. Hafez, B. Hafez, Editor: libreriauniversitaria.it
In English:
Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 3rd Edition, a cura di L. Senger
Moreover, scientific papers of the topics of the Teaching and power point presentations of the classes will be uploaded on the website of the Teaching https://rpasquariellotra.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v5/home/Default.aspx
The materials to study are identical for attending and not-attending students. Not-attending students are recommended to contact the professor using the e-mail address to ask for having clarifications.
The materials to study are identical for attending and not-attending students. Not-attending students are recommended to contact the professor using the e-mail address to ask for having clarifications.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam will be an oral examination. The final mark will be calculated as weighted average of the mark that the student will get in the 2 different teachings: "Animal breeding and Biotechnology" and that of "Technologies of Animal Reproduction".
In particular, the exam for each teaching will be to discuss a topic freely selected by the student as well as questions on other topics or questions to solve problems related to the subjects of the program.
For both Teachings, the exam mark will be based on:
- ability to discuss the state of the art of a topic that the student will freely choose between the discussed subjects during classes;
- theoretical knowledge of the topics of Teachings;
- practical knowledge of the subject matter of Teachings;
- ability to speak technical language correlated with Teachings.
Specific materials are not necessary for taking the exam.
In particular, the exam for each teaching will be to discuss a topic freely selected by the student as well as questions on other topics or questions to solve problems related to the subjects of the program.
For both Teachings, the exam mark will be based on:
- ability to discuss the state of the art of a topic that the student will freely choose between the discussed subjects during classes;
- theoretical knowledge of the topics of Teachings;
- practical knowledge of the subject matter of Teachings;
- ability to speak technical language correlated with Teachings.
Specific materials are not necessary for taking the exam.
VET/01 - VETERINARY ANATOMY - University credits: 4
Practicals: 8 hours
Lessons: 28 hours
Lessons: 28 hours
Professor:
Pasquariello Rolando
Educational website(s)
Professor(s)
Reception:
On request with appointment by e-mail
Via Domenico Trentacoste 2, 20134, Milano