Key facts
UNE unit code: GENE422
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- Block F - Online
- Yes
- Yes
- No
- 6
Unit information
Equip yourself with more advanced knowledge of breeding programs, and genetics and genomics – and tools which are currently having a sweeping impact on our ability to effect genetic improvement and understand adaptation of populations to changing environments.
Studying this unit, you will gain an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of the major aspects of modern breeding programs.
You will have opportunities to enhance your skills in breeding program design, with methods to estimate breeding values, genomic prediction from DNA test information, derive breeding objectives and balance multiple trait selection and inbreeding for sustainable improvement of animals.
Providing you with a comprehensive evaluation of the potential role of reproductive and genomic technologies, the unit will enable you to analyse, generate and communicate solutions for the complex animal breeding problems you may encounter.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Block F | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | 4 days | Mandatory Intensive School | Block F, Online | Online students must attend the mandatory intensive school; Ability to enrol in this unit will be removed approx two days prior to the commencement of this mandatory intensive school. Dates to be advised. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate advanced theoretical/technical knowledge of animal breeding and quantitative genetics theory;
- demonstrate advanced theoretical/technical knowledge of animal breeding programs and explain, in written or verbal formats, the effect of new technology to specialist and non-specialist audiences;
- integrate knowledge of genomics and genetic improvement and by doing so demonstrate the ability to analyse material critically, evaluate and transform it if necessary; and
- analyse, generate and transmit solutions to complex problems such as solving animal breeding problems.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Case Study Portfolio (including seminar) No. Words: 3000 |
| Online Assessment | No | 10% | All offerings | Five online multiple choice quizzes No. Words: 500 |
| Practical | Yes | All offerings | The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. | |
| Problem Sets | No | 20% | All offerings | Five Problem Sets @ 4% each No. Words: 1000 |
| Unit Quiz | Yes | 40% | All offerings | 2 Online Quizzes - 20% each No. Words: 1000 |
Learning resources
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Textbook information will be displayed approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
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