Horses Reproduction
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
General objectives
The course Reproduction in the Horse is aimed to provide the students basic information about main aspects of equine reproduction, for the knowledge and management of estrous cycles; for the knowledge and management of collection, evaluation and storage of semen; for the knowledge and management of mating and artificial inseminations; for the knowledge and management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum.
Knowledge and understanding:
Students will learn basic knowledge and ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Applying knowledge and understanding:
Students will apply knowledge and ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Autonomy of judgment:
Students will learn how to autonomously manage the estrous cycle, the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, the management of mating and artificial inseminations, the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Communication skills:
Students will learn how to communicate, as acquired through lessons and practices, to owners and breeders, orally or in written way, using appropriate scientific, technical language, the ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
The course Reproduction in the Horse is aimed to provide the students basic information about main aspects of equine reproduction, for the knowledge and management of estrous cycles; for the knowledge and management of collection, evaluation and storage of semen; for the knowledge and management of mating and artificial inseminations; for the knowledge and management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum.
Knowledge and understanding:
Students will learn basic knowledge and ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Applying knowledge and understanding:
Students will apply knowledge and ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Autonomy of judgment:
Students will learn how to autonomously manage the estrous cycle, the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, the management of mating and artificial inseminations, the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Communication skills:
Students will learn how to communicate, as acquired through lessons and practices, to owners and breeders, orally or in written way, using appropriate scientific, technical language, the ways for the management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie.
Expected learning outcomes
Students will learn basic knowledge and ways for the correct management of estrous cycle, for the collection, evaluation and storage of semen, for the management of mating and artificial inseminations, for the management of pregnancies, parturitions and post-partum in the equine specie. Moreover, the students will be able to communicate what above reported to owners and breeders, orally or in written way, using appropriate scientific, technical language.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
The course includes 40 hour of frontal teaching and 16 hours of practical assignment
LECTURES (40 H)
Puberty and management of the estrous cycle in mares: peculiarities, monitoring methods, practical significance (8 hours)
Collection of semen in stallions (4 hours)
Examination and storage of semen in stallions (4 hours)
Management of natural matings and artificial inseminations in equines (4 hours)
Management of pregnancy in mares (5 hours)
Parturition management in mares (7 hours)
Post partum management in mares (4 hours)
Newborn evaluation and management (4 hours)
PRACTICES (16 H)
Self-assessment test of basic knowledge of the functional anatomy of the male and female reproductive system in the equine species (1 hours)
Practical management of estrus and mating monitoring: case study presentation and discussion (2 hours)
Practical exercise on foaling in mares (4 hours): videos and discussions
Simulation of artificial insemination in the equine species (3 hours): skill lab
Simulation of newborn foals assessment and assistance (2 hours): case study presentation and discussion
External visit to stable/breeding center/NICU (4 ore)
LECTURES (40 H)
Puberty and management of the estrous cycle in mares: peculiarities, monitoring methods, practical significance (8 hours)
Collection of semen in stallions (4 hours)
Examination and storage of semen in stallions (4 hours)
Management of natural matings and artificial inseminations in equines (4 hours)
Management of pregnancy in mares (5 hours)
Parturition management in mares (7 hours)
Post partum management in mares (4 hours)
Newborn evaluation and management (4 hours)
PRACTICES (16 H)
Self-assessment test of basic knowledge of the functional anatomy of the male and female reproductive system in the equine species (1 hours)
Practical management of estrus and mating monitoring: case study presentation and discussion (2 hours)
Practical exercise on foaling in mares (4 hours): videos and discussions
Simulation of artificial insemination in the equine species (3 hours): skill lab
Simulation of newborn foals assessment and assistance (2 hours): case study presentation and discussion
External visit to stable/breeding center/NICU (4 ore)
Prerequisites for admission
The knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the female and male reproductive system is considered necessary for the understanding of the subject
Teaching methods
The frontal lessons take place in the classroom with the aid of slides. Students are invited to participate actively in the lesson, on the basis of the knowledge acquired in the preparatory subjects.
Part of the practical assignments will take place in the classroom with the presentation and discussion of practical cases for monitoring and managing estrus and mating. with the projection of films relating to the practical aspects of foaling and practical tips for newborn foal assistance. The second part of the practical assignments will take place in the skill lab where the students, under the guidance of the trainers, will carry out manual simulation of artificial insemination in mares. Teaching material will be available on Ariel.
Part of the practical assignments will take place in the classroom with the presentation and discussion of practical cases for monitoring and managing estrus and mating. with the projection of films relating to the practical aspects of foaling and practical tips for newborn foal assistance. The second part of the practical assignments will take place in the skill lab where the students, under the guidance of the trainers, will carry out manual simulation of artificial insemination in mares. Teaching material will be available on Ariel.
Teaching Resources
Slides will be available on Ariel.
Recommended text
Manual of Equine Reproduction
T Blanchard, DD Varner, J Schumacher. Elsevier 2nd Edition 2002. ISBN-10: 0323017134
Recommended text
Manual of Equine Reproduction
T Blanchard, DD Varner, J Schumacher. Elsevier 2nd Edition 2002. ISBN-10: 0323017134
Assessment methods and Criteria
The examination will consist of a written test, with the following questions:
· A multiple choice question (5 answers) with the possibility of choosing only one correct answer.
The question aims to verify the acquisition of basic knowledge. In case of no answer or wrong answer, the question is evaluated with a score equal to zero. If the answer is correct, the question is evaluated with a score of 5.
· An open-ended question with a short answer for the description of the main concepts relating to the main methodologies relating to the topics covered. The question aims to verify the acquisition of skills for the management of reproduction in the equine species. The answer will be evaluated with a maximum score of 10.
· An open question with a theoretical-applicative focus to verify the student's acquisition not only of basic information but also of being able to develop logical reasoning for the correct management of the various aspects covered in equine reproduction. The answer will be evaluated with a maximum score equal to 15.
The final mark of the written test will be expressed out of thirty.
If the student answers positively and exhaustively to all the questions of the written test, his/her final grade will be equal to 30/30 or 30/30L.
Eight exam sessions will be scheduled and take place in the months of January, February, April, June, July, September, October and December, with the cadence set by the teaching college. There will also be additional exam sessions for out-of-course students.
In order to take the exam, it is essential to register for the session through the ONLINE SIFA service of the University.
· A multiple choice question (5 answers) with the possibility of choosing only one correct answer.
The question aims to verify the acquisition of basic knowledge. In case of no answer or wrong answer, the question is evaluated with a score equal to zero. If the answer is correct, the question is evaluated with a score of 5.
· An open-ended question with a short answer for the description of the main concepts relating to the main methodologies relating to the topics covered. The question aims to verify the acquisition of skills for the management of reproduction in the equine species. The answer will be evaluated with a maximum score of 10.
· An open question with a theoretical-applicative focus to verify the student's acquisition not only of basic information but also of being able to develop logical reasoning for the correct management of the various aspects covered in equine reproduction. The answer will be evaluated with a maximum score equal to 15.
The final mark of the written test will be expressed out of thirty.
If the student answers positively and exhaustively to all the questions of the written test, his/her final grade will be equal to 30/30 or 30/30L.
Eight exam sessions will be scheduled and take place in the months of January, February, April, June, July, September, October and December, with the cadence set by the teaching college. There will also be additional exam sessions for out-of-course students.
In order to take the exam, it is essential to register for the session through the ONLINE SIFA service of the University.
VET/10 - VETERINARY CLINICAL OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY - University credits: 6
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Lessons: 40 hours
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