Dairy Production

University of Reading

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Dairy Production

  • Host University

    University of Reading

  • Location

    Reading, England

  • Area of Study

    Agriculture

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

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    Hours & Credits

  • ECTS Credits

    5
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4

  • Overview

    Module Provider: Agriculture
    Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
    Level:6
    Terms in which taught: Spring term module
    Pre-requisites:
    Non-modular pre-requisites: normally AP2A36
    Co-requisites:
    Modules excluded:
    Module version for: 2014/5
    Module Convenor: Prof Christopher Reynolds
    Email: c.k.reynolds@reading.ac.uk
    Summary module description:
    Aims:
    This module aims to provide the student with an advanced understanding of the basic principles of dairy production and a practical knowledge of basic aspects of dairy farm management and decision making. The course is a more comprehensive and detailed extension of material covered in the part 2 module on Animal Production.
    Assessable learning outcomes:
    At the end of the module it will be expected that the student will be able to:
    Describe in detail the underlying principles of managing and feeding dairy cattle and the financial and environmental implications of management decisions.
    Additional outcomes:
    Outline content:
    The module is intended to provide an overview of the principles and practice of managing and feeding dairy cattle. Study visits compliment the lecture course. The module is of greatest relevance to students with a specific interest in the dairy industry.
    The Lecture Content covers:
    ? Evolution of the dairy industry in the UK and globally
    ? Dairy systems and facilities
    ? Milk pricing and constraints to milk production
    ? Milking and milk handling procedures and hygiene
    ? Mastitis prevention and milk quality
    ? Management of reproduction
    ? Management of dry cows and the transition from gestation to lactation
    ? Feeds and feeding for lactation and gestation
    ? Nutrient management and environmental impact
    ? Calf management and heifer rearing
    ? Data recording and decision making
    The Practical Content covers:
    ? Study visits to the Centre for Dairy Research (CEDAR), including a case study evaluation of the dairy facilities at CEDAR.
    Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
    There will be a series of 50-minute lectures most weeks, supported by study visits.
    Contact hours:
    Spring
    Lectures 18
    Tutorials 2
    Fieldwork 4
    Guided independent study 76
    Total hours by term 100.00
    Total hours for module 100.00
    Summative Assessment Methods:
    Method Percentage
    Written exam 50
    Report 40
    Oral assessment and presentation 10
    Other information on summative assessment:
    A report of the farm evaluation to be submitted one week before the last day of Term and an accompanying presentation in the last week of term.
    Practical exercises marks made up of:
    Report 40%
    Presentation 10%
    Each team will be awarded a presentation mark out of 10 based on the mean mark of two markers.
    Formative assessment methods:
    Penalties for late submission:
    The Module Convener will apply the following penalties for work submitted late, in accordance with the University policy.
    where the piece of work is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
    where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
    You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
    Length of examination:
    A one-and-a-half hour examination consisting of 2 essay-type questions chosen from a total of 4. This contributes 50% of the overall assessment.
    Requirements for a pass:
    A mark of 40% overall.
    Reassessment arrangements:
    Re-assessment arrangements: By re-examination in August/September.
    Last updated: 8 October 2014

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