Swiss routine breeding value estimation/genetic evaluation systems of cattle, pig, sheep and goats are presented with methods and evaluated traits. Examples will be demonstrated using the statistical software R.
Learning objective
The students know the theoretical and practical application of breeding value estimation in Switzerland for cattle, pig, sheep and goats. The students are able to interpret estimated breeding values.
Content
Basic principles of genetic evaluations Applied genetic evaluation in cattle (data, methods, traits, national and international genetic evaluations) Applied genetic evaluation in pigs (data, methods, traits) Applied genetic evaluation in sheep and goats (data, methods, traits)
Lecture notes
Course notes in the form of a monograph, copies of the slides and solutions to the exercise questions are available.
Literature
To be announced in the lectures.
Competencies
Subject-specific Competencies
Concepts and Theories
assessed
Techniques and Technologies
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Method-specific Competencies
Analytical Competencies
assessed
Decision-making
fostered
Media and Digital Technologies
assessed
Problem-solving
assessed
Social Competencies
Cooperation and Teamwork
fostered
Personal Competencies
Adaptability and Flexibility
assessed
Creative Thinking
assessed
Critical Thinking
fostered
Self-direction and Self-management
assessed
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course