95977 - Anatomy of the Systems of Species of Zootechnical Interest

Learning outcomes

At the end of the module, students: 1. know the organization, both at the macroscopic and microscopic levels, of the farming systems of species of zootechnical interest. 2. acquire the knowledge necessary to understand the physiology and pathology.

Course contents

This course is part of the Integrated course in "MORPHO FUNCTIONAL AND PATHOLOGICAL BASIS OF ANIMAL METABOLISM AND STRESS"

The course is aimed to give knowledge about the structural organization of the organs and the apparatus that form the organism of animals (mammals, birds and fishes) of commercial interests. Both macroscopic and microscopic features will be examined. The differences between the different animal Classes will be evaluated.

Cytology (1 hour).

Structural organization of the cell with particular reference to the cytoplasmic membrane.

Histology (2 hours).

Epithelium: classification and microscopic structure. Glands: general classification; morphological characteristics of exocrine and endocrine glands. Connective and supportive tissues: cells, ground substance, fibers (collagen, reticular, elastic). Muscular tissue (skeletal and smooth); contractile filaments. Nervous tissue; structural organization and functional morphology of the neurons.

Anatomy.

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM (5 hours).

Oral cavity, teeth and salivary glands. Oesophagus. Stomach: shape, structure. Forestomach: shape, structure. Small and large intestine: shape, structure. Liver: shape, structure. Pancreas: shape, structure.

UROGENITAL SYSTEM (5 hours).

Kidney, renal pelvis, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra. Testicles: shape, structure. Epididymis, ductus deferens, accessory genital glands. Ovaries, shape, structure. Uterine tubes. Uterus: shape, structure. Mammary gland: structure.

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM (3 hours).

Pituitary gland, pineal gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, pancreatic islets, adrenal gland. In addition, in the fish: ultimobranchial body, corpuscle of Stannius and urophysis.

Readings/Bibliography

Teaching material consists of the suggested textbooks (see below) and of the didactic material put on the specific course website (https://corsi.unibo.it/2cycle/FoodAnimalMetabolismManagement/index.html) or website of the teacher responsible for the course: http://www.unibo.it/sitoweb/m.mazzoni/didattica.

The suggested textbooks are:

- KÖENIG E.H. LIEBICH H.G. Veterinary anatomy of domestic Animals: Textbook and Colour Atlas. Thieme Publishing Group. ISBN-10: ‎ 3132429333; ISBN-13: ‎ 978-3132429338

-NICKEL, SCHUMMER and SEIFERLE. The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals. Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg GmbH. ISBN: 978-0-387-91193-9.

- J. MECLELLAND. Avian Anatomy. ‎ W B Saunders & Co Ltd. ISBN: ‎ 0721635369

- GENTEN F., TERWINGHE E., DANGUY A. Atlas of fish histology. Ed. Science Publisher, New Hampshire, USA. 2009. ISBN 978-57808-544-6.

- SAGUFTA. Fish Anatomy. APH Publishing Corporation. ISBN-13: 978-8131315880, ISBN-10: 8131315886.

- TAKASHIMA F., HIBIYA T. An atlas of fish histology normal and pathological features (2nd Edition), Published by Kodansha LTD, Tokio, Japan and Gustav Fisher Verlag, Stutgard, Germany,1995. ISBN-10: 3437303880; ISBN-13: ‎978-3437303883

Teaching methods

Teaching consists of 3 CFUs for a total of 28 hours. Of these, 16 hours are dedicated to frontal lessons and 12 hours to practical exercises. Practical exercises are carried out in part using optical microscopes and their respective histological preparations, and in part by dissecting fresh material from the slaughterhouse or special company distributor of seafood products.

In consideration of the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, in particular the practical exercises carried out in the laboratory, attendance of this training activity requires all students to complete modules 1 and 2 in e-learning mode and to participate in module 3 of specific training on safety and health in the workplace. Indications on the dates and methods of attendance of module 3 can be found in the appropriate section of the "course website.”

Assessment methods

Assessment methods

The assessment for the Integrated Course “MORPHO-FUNCTIONAL AND PATHOLOGICAL BASIS OF ANIMAL METABOLISM AND STRESS” consists of a written exam made of:

• 40 multiple-choice questions (10 questions each 3CFU: 10 for anatomy, 10 for pathology, and 20 for physiology);
• 2 transversal open questions.

For the multiple-choice questions, each correct answer will earn 1 point; no points will be subtracted in case of wrong answers or unanswered questions. A minimum score of 24/40 is required to pass this section of the exam.

For the transversal open questions, each correct answer will earn 20 points. A minimum score of 24/40 is required to pass this section of the exam.

No supplementary materials or electronic devices (e.g., calculators, tablets, smartwatches, computers) may be used during the exam, except for those explicitly allowed by the instructor.

The exam is considered passed only if both parts are successfully completed. The final grade is determined by the average of the grades from the multiple-choice and the transversal open questions, expressed out of 30. A minimum final grade of 18/30 is required.

The grid for vote allocation is as follows:

• scoring 24: grading 18
• scoring 25: grading 19
• scoring 26: grading 20
• scoring 27: grading 21
• scoring 28: grading 22
• scoring 29: grading 23
• scoring 30: grading 24
• scoring 31: grading 25
• scoring 32: grading 26
• scoring 33-34: grading 27
• scoring 35-36: grading 28
• scoring 37-38: grading 29
• scoring 39: grading 30
• scoring 40: grading 30L

Students who will actively participate to laboratory and/or self-employment activities throughout the I.C., will be awarded up to 2 additional points to the grading of the written exam.

Negative results are not graded numerically but recorded as “withdrawn” or “failed” in the electronic transcript on AlmaEsami, and do not affect the student’s academic record.

Grades will be published on the AlmaEsami platform (https://almaesami.unibo.it/?lang=en ) within 5 working days of the date of the exam.

Students may reject the final grade one time by informing the course examiner via email within 5 working days.

The designated course contact for this course is Domenico Ventrella

Students can register for exams through the AlmaEsami platform (http://almaesami.unibo.it/). Exams are scheduled during the designated periods in the academic calendar. Additional sessions are available for students beyond the standard program duration.

Students with learning disorders and/or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students ) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

With regard to the learning assessment, the use of AI is prohibited. Any use of AI constitutes a breach of academic integrity

The recording teacher is Dr. Ventrella Domenico.

Teaching tools

PowerPoint presentation projected on the appropriate screen.

Microscope and respective histological preparations.

Fresh material from the slaughterhouse or special company distributor of seafood products.

Office hours

See the website of Maurizio Mazzoni