Reproduction & Breeding Technology (ANIM7621)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Schools
Agriculture Food Sciences Schl, Veterinary Science School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Incompatible
ANIM3019
Prerequisite
ANIM7620
Recommended prerequisite
ANIM7620
Assessment methods
Progressive, mid-semester examination & final examination
Course enquiries
Doctor Andres Gambini (Semester 1, Regular, Gatton, In person, External)
Students may also contact the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability Student Administration team for general enquiries via agriculture@enquire.uq.edu.au.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | Gatton | In Person | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | External | External | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
A comprehensive understanding of animal reproductive biology and management covering topics such as embryology, puberty, factors affecting oestrous cycle activity, oestrus detection, oestrus synchronization, embryo transfer, IVP, semen collection and evaluation, artificial insemination, pregnancy diagnosis, reproductive pathology, gamete and embryo cryopreservation, semen sexing and stem cells, contraceptive technology, reproductive toxicology and selected reproductive biology of aquacultural species, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals (feline, canine, equine, rodent, bat, dolphin, camel and humans). Practical training in skills associated with setting up cattle embryo transfer and goat oestrus synchronisation programs.