Courses are facilitated by Paul Kenny - Certificate IV Training and Assessment (Artificial Breeding)
Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI)
Covering the anatomy and theory of artificial insemination - each student will have a thorough, practical understanding of how to inseminate cows.
Subjects covered:
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Preparing for and conducting an artificial breeding programme
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Artificial breeding uses
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Anatomy and physiology using cow reproductive tracts
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Heat detection
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Hygienic insemination procedures
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Heat synchronization using different programmes
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Understanding semen collection, analysis, storage and morphology
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Overview of embryo collection
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Bull selection with tools available eg Breedplan
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Practical insemination technique
AI courses are held according to demand and delivered in locations convenient to students.
Collecting Semen from Bulls
This course is conducted on-farm:
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Collection of semen using electro-ejaculator/probe
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Collection of semen using artificial vagina
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Assessment of collected semen under microscope
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AI Equipment
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Preparing diluents for semen processing
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Importance of temperature and hygiene control
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Collection techniques depending on breed
Testimonials
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"Probably one of the best courses I've ever taken. Was very iteractive, learnt so much. I feel like these lessons were taught so well hard to forget". Darcy 21/2/24
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""Super organised course. Thoroughly enjoyed all aspects including theory and the hands on practical. Paul is a fantastic teacher!!" Alison 6.3.24
"Great course, very informative. Paul is full of knowledge and very helpful" Gabrielle - 28/2/24
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"Paul was a great teacher and easy to learn from" Madison 28.2.24
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"Easy to follow and relate to instructor. happy and patient character. Good all round course" Alex 21.2.24
Was a worthwhile experience, executed by Paul - unreal. He was knowledgeable & supportive in learning the processes. Would recommend this course to anyone interested in learning AI. Jack 24.2.24
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"Great course, fully informative. Great teacher & I'm super-keen to join the Industry" Jess 29.10.23
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