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Learn Offline with Our Correspondence Courses

Enjoy the flexibility of studying at your own pace with materials delivered straight to your door.

What You’ll Get:

  • Hardcopy printed study modules
  • Exam papers
  • Printable certificate upon graduation

All conveniently packaged and delivered via courier. These books are yours to keep and can be utilised for future reference even after your studies.

Category:

Course Covers:

  • Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Minerals
  • Digestive Systems
  • Evaluation and Classification of Feed
  • Calculation of Rations for Farm Animals

Course Outcomes:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1
Understand the terminology and definitions used in feeds and feeding practices.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2
Recognize the importance of carbohydrates and fats in animal production.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Identify and understand proteins in animals, including their composition, biological value, functions, and sources.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4
Understand the role of minerals, trace elements, vitamins, and water in animal nutrition.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5
Comprehend digestion, absorption, and utilization processes in non-ruminant and ruminant animals.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6
Learn to evaluate feeds, including digestibility, nutrient analysis, and calculations of protein, energy, and nutrient values.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7
Classify feeds, including cereals, brewing by-products, oil and legume seeds, roughage (hay, silage, dried grass), succulent feeds, fodder trees, shrubs, and animal products.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 8
Understand veld and pasture grasses specific to Southern Africa.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 9
Calculate rations based on animal nutritional requirements, maintenance needs, and considerations for grazing cattle.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 10
Understand feeding strategies aimed at maximizing production in farm animals.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 11
Identify and comprehend ration formulations for beef, sheep, pigs, and other considerations in rationing practices.

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  1. Choose any E-learning course from our store.
  2. After completing your purchase, send us an email at david.bingham@pciagri.com with:
    • Your Name
    • Order Number
    • The Name of the free course you would like
  3. We will confirm your purchase and provide access to your chosen free course!

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Correspondence Courses

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Here's how you can get enrolled:

  1. Choose any Certificate course or Individual Module from the Correspondence Page.
  2. Proceed to checkout and place your order.
  3. We will confirm your purchase and deliver your course material to your door, including textbooks and exam papers.

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Thanks for your interest in our special offer!

Here's how you can claim your 50% discount:

  1. Choose any Correspondence course from our store.
  2. After completing your purchase, send us an email at david.bingham@pciagri.com with:
    • Your Name
    • Order Number
    • The Name of the next correspondence course you would like to enroll.
  3. We will confirm your purchase and provide you with your special discount!

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