Information Package / Course Catalogue
Estrus Detection Methods in Domestic Animals
Course Code: VST533
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

To give information about detection of oestrus and the most proper time for insemination, methods for oestrus detection in domestic animals

Course Content

Oestrus symptoms, detection of oestrus, methods for oestrus detection, proper insemination time for domestic animals

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.to be able to locate oestrus symptoms
2.to be able to comprehend methods for oestrus detection
3.to be able to identify determination of proper insemination time
4.To have knowledge about the use of technological methods in the detection of heat.
5. To have knowledge about artificial insemination without oestrus signs.
Recommended or Required Reading
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Oestrus in cows
Week 2 - Theoretical
Oestrus symptoms in cows
Week 3 - Theoretical
Methods for oestrus detection in cows
Week 4 - Theoretical
Oestrus in ewes and goats
Week 5 - Theoretical
Oestrus symptoms in ewes and goats
Week 6 - Theoretical
Oestrus detection methods in ewes and goats
Week 7 - Theoretical
Oestrus in bitches
Week 8 - Theoretical
Estrus detection methods (Midterm exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Oestrus symptoms in bitches
Week 10 - Theoretical
Vaginal smear
Week 11 - Theoretical
Oestrus in mares
Week 12 - Theoretical
Oestrus symptoms in mares
Week 13 - Theoretical
Oestrus in cats
Week 14 - Theoretical
Oestrus symptoms in cats
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Assignment1%5
Quiz1%5
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Assignment1011
Quiz1011
Midterm Examination110111
Final Examination110111
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)52
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
OÇ-1
5
5
5
3
OÇ-2
5
5
5
3
OÇ-3
5
5
5
3
OÇ-4
OÇ-5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026