Animal Resources Program
Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
1. Basic Information about the Program: in Animal Resources | |
Program Title and Final Award | Bachelor of Science in Animal Resources |
Awarding Body/ Institution | Faculty of Agriculture, Foods, and Environment |
Teaching Institution/ Responsible Department | Department of Animal Resources- Faculty of Agriculture, Foods, and Environment |
Program Type | Independent (*), Joint with Other Department(s) () Multi-Departmental ( ) |
Other Departments Involved in Teaching the Program | Faculty of Agriculture, Foods, and Environment |
Medium of Instruction | Arabic |
Program Start Year | 2020/ 2021 |
Study Mode | Full-time (mandatory attendance) |
Place of Study | Faculty Classrooms, Laboratories, and Farm |
System of study | Annual System (Two Semesters per Year) |
Time Required for Graduation | Four years (145 credit hours) |
Prerequisite Qualifications | High School Certificate (Scientific Section) |
Required Average Grade for Admission | At Least 70% |
Other Requirements |
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Date of Program Specification/ Latest Accreditation | The program is pursuing accreditation |
Department Mission:
Providing an educational and training program that equips graduates with sufficient experience in all branches of animal production, providing a high level of scientific and practical training for work in various animal production projects, conducting distinguished scientific research that contributes to the development of scientific knowledge and addresses the problems of animal production in Yemen, and serving the community to drive the wheel of development forward.
Department Vision:
Providing education that adheres to high-quality standards and academic accreditation for its graduates and conducting scientific research and field studies, utilizing the outcomes to address and resolve animal production challenges within Yemen and the surrounding region.
Department Aims:
- Graduating highly qualified cadres equipped with advanced scientific and professional skills in various animal production fields to enable them to compete effectively in the local and regional labor markets.
- Directing scientific research and field studies that contribute to the development and resolution of animal production problems and the advancement of production methods.
- Continuously developing the mechanisms that contribute to the educational and research process (curricula, laboratories, farms) to provide comprehensive practical training in the implementation and management of various cyclical operations.
- Graduating distinguished scientific cadres in the field of postgraduate studies (diplomas and master’s degrees) in all animal production specializations.
- Organizing seminars, workshops, and training courses that address the various aspects of animal production and serve the workers in this sector.
- Establishing partnerships with relevant institutions and entities involved in animal and poultry production activities.
Program Aims:
- Utilizing scientific knowledge and theories for effective animal production project management.
- Leveraging appropriate technology to tackle issues in the animal production sector.
- Encouraging studies and research on natural resources, assets, and biodiversity in Yemen.
- Studying the management of animal herds under different production systems.
- Nurturing capabilities and enhancing self-directed and continuous learning performance.
- Utilizing fundamental scientific concepts in the physiology, nutrition, breeding, and genetic improvement of farm animals.
- Pursuing graduate studies and conducting research in the field of animal production.
Graduate Attributes:
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate will be able to:
- Implement good agricultural practices that maximize agricultural productivity, animal and fish production, ensuring safe food production, addressing fertility issues, and overcoming low production problems.
- Formulate a variety of balanced and cost-effective rations to ensure the production of safe animal products for human consumption.
- Utilize agricultural resources optimally within the animal and fish wealth sector, effectively leveraging investment projects to achieve sustainable agricultural development.
- Apply modern techniques relevant to agricultural operations, food production, and management of animal and fish farms to conduct rigorous scientific research aimed at genetic improvement, production optimization, and preservation of genetic resources.
- Master effective communication skills within team settings, demonstrate an understanding of others’ behaviors, and engage in self-learning to enhance their scientific capabilities.
- Analyze data and information using scientific methodology to address agricultural, nutritional, animal, and fish production problems, effectively identifying and implementing optimal solutions.
- Propose commercial production plans for animal and food resources in alignment with market systems and evaluate their environmental impact.
- Diagnose major diseases affecting animals and fish, implement appropriate measures to prevent their spread, and safeguard the environment.
- Elaborate on animal health care practices, the impact of animal-environment interactions, and demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills, adhering to quality and safety standards in the field of agriculture and food.
Undergraduate Program Courses for Departments of the Faculty of Agriculture, Foods, and Environment - First and Second Levels
First Level Courses
First Level Courses | |||||
First Semester | Second Semester | ||||
Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
UR001 | Arabic Language (1) | 2 | FR001 | Physics & Meteorology | 3 |
UR006 | Islamic Culture | 3 | FR006 | Principles of Statistics | 2 |
FR111 | General Chemistry | 3 | FR111 | Organic Chemistry | 3 |
FR112 | General Botany | 3 | FR112 | Principles of Agricultural Economics | 2 |
FR113 | Mathematics | 2 | FR113 | General Zoology | 3 |
FR114 | Agriculture in Yemeni Environment | 1 | FR114 | Principles of Ecology | 2 |
UR007 | National culture | 2 | UR002 | Arabic Language (2) | 2 |
FR115 | Geology | 1 | UR008 | Conflict with the Israeli enemy | 2 |
| Total | 17 |
| Total | 19 |
Second Level Courses
Second Level Courses | |||||
First Semester | Second Semester | ||||
Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
FR211 | Soil Fundamentals | 2 | FR221 | Principles of Food Science | 2 |
FR112 | General Microbiology | 3 | FR222 | Principles of Crops Protection | 2 |
FR113 | Biochemistry | 3 | UR004 | English Language (2) | 2 |
FR114 | Principles of Animal Production | 2 | FR127 | Principles of Genetics | 2 |
UR003 | English Language (1) | 2 | FR223 | Principles of Horticulture | 2 |
FR114 | Principles of Crops Production | 2 | FR224 | Plant Physiology | 2 |
FR215 | Principles of Agricultural Engineering | 2 | FR225 | Principles of Human Nutrition | 2 |
—- | —— | — | UR005 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Total | 17 |
Undergraduate Courses for the Animal Resources Program (ANR) - Department of Animal Resources
Third Level Courses | |||||
First Semester | Second Semester | ||||
Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
ANR311 | Ruminant Nutrition | 3 | ANR321 | Poultry Nutrition | 3 |
ANR312 | Animals and Poultry Health | 3 | ANR322 | Fish culture and Aquaponic | 3 |
ANR313 | Wealth Aquatic Animal | 3 | ANR323 | Physiology of Reproduction | 3 |
ANR314 | Animal and Poultry Physiology | 3 | ANR324 | Meat Cattle Production | 3 |
FR315 | Agricultural Extension & Rural Community | 2 | ANR325 | Sheep and Goats Production | 3 |
CRP314 | Forage and Pastures Crops | 2 | ANR326 | Poultry Diseases | 3 |
ANR315 | Statistical Designs | 3 | ANR327 | Summer Training | 1 |
| Total | 19 |
| Total | 19 |
Fourth Level Courses
Fourth Level Courses | |||||
First Semester | Second Semester | ||||
Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
FSN417 | Dairy and Meat Technology | 3 | ANR421 | Animal Environment | 3 |
ANR411 | Dairy Cattle Production | 3 | ANR422 | Animal Production Farms | 3 |
ANR412 | Poultry Meat Production | 3 | ANR423 | Animal Diseases | 3 |
CRP412 | Natural Postures | 3 | ANR424 | Genetic Improvement | 3 |
ANR413 | Fish Production | 2 | ANR425 | Poultry Egg Production | 3 |
ANR414 | Feedstuff Analysis | 3 | PLP422 | Apiculture | 2 |
ANR415 | Camel and Horses Production | 3 | ANR426 | Graduation Project | 1 |
| Total | 20 |
| Total | 18 |