AGE 215 - Equine Reproduction Techniques

Prerequisites:
AGE 208 or instructor’s approval
CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
3 credit(s)

This practical course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the field of equine reproduction. The reproductive management of stallions, broodmares, foaling mares and neonatal foals will be covered. Reproductive physiology of the stallion and mare will be studied. Advanced techniques used in equine reproduction such as artificial insemination with cooled semen, ultrasound, and manipulation of the mare’s estrous cycle will also be performed.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Allow students to demonstrate knowledge of stallion reproduction techniques

2. Allow students to demonstrate knowledge of mare reproduction techniques.

3. Allow students to demonstrate knowledge of a normal parturition.

4. Allow students to develop and maintain horse records necessary on a breeding farm.