Course Covers:
- Breeds
- Nutrition
- Rearing Young Stock
- The Laying Flock
- Broiler Production
- Housing
- Diseases
- Record Keeping
Course Outcomes:
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1
Identify the importance of different poultry breeds and the benefits of crossbreeding.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2
Understand the importance of nutrition and the nutrients required for poultry production.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Learn about the different layer production systems.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4
Understand the key factors involved in the broiler production system.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5
Learn about the different incubation systems and the importance of brooding and rearing management.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6
Identify and understand other fowl production systems and the management of manure.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7
Identify important poultry diseases and understand the factors affecting the economics of poultry production.