Students will be working on the iCEV NCLCA Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Livestock Breed Identification: Swine module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 1/27/2021. On 1/28, students will begin working on the External Anatomy of Livestock: Terms & Terminology module, and all components will be due no later than 11:59 PM on 2/5/2021.
Livestock Breed Identification: Swine
Goal:
To provide students with the primary swine breeds, their origins, characteristics, unique facts and purposes for production.
Description:
Livestock production is one of the most important industries in the world. The Livestock Breeds Identification series takes a look at cattle, sheep, goats and swine breeds. In this presentation, students will discover valuable information regarding the types of swine raised in the world as well as their origins and characteristics. Students will also learn what important roles and purposes they have in livestock production.
Objectives:
1. To identify the breeds of swine.
2. To understand the breeds origins and characteristics.
3. To analyze the breeds importance in livestock production.
External Anatomy of Livestock: Terms & Terminology
Goal:
To analyze the external anatomy of various livestock species.
Description:
Parts of an animal may seem to be the most basic of concepts, but a true understanding is imperative. Detailed diagrams are used to identify the external anatomy of various livestock species. Anatomical terms of location are defined along with functionality of each.
Objectives:
1. To identify the external anatomy of livestock species.
2. To analyze the functions of the external anatomy of livestock species.
3. To compare the external anatomy of livestock species.