THE INTERNATIONAL POST-GRADUATE PROGRAM ON
Poultry Production & Management: Veterinary & Nutritional Aspects -
Protein Enhancement to Help Combat Hunger
April 8 – May 2, 2013 |
MASHAV is the Hebrew acronym for the Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation, a department established 50 years ago in Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. MASHAV is responsible for designing and implementing Israel's international development programs, carried out in Israel and in development partner countries.
In cooperation with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Faculty of Agriculture – MASHAV's only academic professional affiliate – we are pleased to announce the opening of a training and capacity building course entitled Poultry Production & Management: Veterinary & Nutritional Aspects - Protein Enhancement to Help Combat Hunger
The course will be held in Israel at the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Division of External Studies in Rehovot.
RATIONALE
Proteins are the building blocks of life. They are necessary for the regulation of human metabolism and healthy growth and development. Poultry, specifically chicken, is the world's primary source of animal protein which is available throughout the year. Therefore, the global production of protein is a key factor in determining the nutritional level of nations around the world.
In addition, the profitability of poultry growing in the future will determine the amount of protein available for consumption. Taking into account the fact that poultry products are low cost with high protein nutritional value, it is clear that an increase in poultry production will lead to the acceleration of protein consumption around the world.
OBJECTIVES
The aim of the course is to train participants in the area of poultry science (physiology, production, management, veterinary and nutritional aspects) in order to enable participants to apply new tools towards finding solutions to specific problems in their countries.
We anticipate that participants will return to their respective home countries with new scientific knowledge and research approaches. Simultaneously, they are establishing a basis for future research cooperation between the participants and the researchers at The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment.
TOPICS OF STUDIES
POULTRY NUTRITION
Feed evaluation, requirements and technology
Exercises in ration formulation
DISEASES OF POULTRY
Bacterial, viral and protozoal diseases
Epidemiology and Pathology
Treatment and prevention with emphasis on respiratory and alimentary diseases
POULTRY MANAGEMENT
Broiler production
Egg production
Breeders, management for light and heavy strains
Quality of poultry products
POULTRY PHYSIOLOGY
Reproduction
Digestive tract physiology
Photostimulation of poultry
LABORATORIES
Two laboratory sessions will be incorporated in the course, relevant to subjects studied:
Anatomical and Physiological laboratory: skeleton, muscles, cardiovascular, respiration and digestive tracks.
Veterinary procedures: blood drawing, basic veterinary inspection, smears from trachea and cloaca, identification of common diseases.
STUDY CONDITIONS
Classes will be held at the Faculty’s Rehovot campus, where there are laboratories, advanced research equipment and the central library of Agricultural Science. Laboratory sessions will be incorporated in the course, relevant to subjects studied.
Around-the-clock computer access will be provided, and computers will be used extensively.
Scientific material and homework will be assigned and graded.
Professional field trips will be held.
Full attendance is required.
We reserve the right to make changes in the academic program.
COURSE COMPLETION
Each participant will prepare a seminar presentation, which will be reviewed and graded. This presentation should apply knowledge acquired during the course. Participants are advised to bring with them digitalized data relevant to their countries. On completion of the course and fulfillment of its requirements, participants will receive certificates, which will be accredited by many universities.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates interested in attending this program require:
M.Sc. degree or above in animal sciences, or a related field, from a recognized university. (A detailed record of studies and copies of degrees must be included with application forms.)
Documentation of academic studies conducted in English OR a TOEFL score of at least 89 on the internet-based scale OR an internationally recognized equivalent. (The language of instruction is English, Therefore, participants whose native tongue is not English, must furnish proof of proficiency in this language.)
Professional experience in the field is recommended (at least 3 years).
This course is designed for people in the field of poultry science (physiology, production, management, veterinary & nutritional aspects) and academicians in relevant fields.
An official certificate of good health signed and stamped by a doctor.
Two letters of recommendation are required from the candidate's place of work or university.
COST AND APPLICATION
Scholarships are available from MASHAV (see below) to cover the fee for study. The scholarship covers tuition, board, lodging and travel in Israel required for the purposes of the program of studies. This fee does not include travel costs to and from the home countries or incidental expenses.
Completed applications (2 copies) MUST be sent directly to the Israeli representative in your country by February 9, 2013. In addition, please send a copy of the forms to the Faculty by e-mail to lang@agri.huji.ac.il .
ADDITIONAL DETAILS FOR PARTICIPANTS
ACCOMMODATIONS: Single bedroom accommodation in a shared apartment will be provided in our fully equipped guest-house on campus. Meals will be provided. Both laundry (on campus) and dry cleaning (in town) are at the participant’s expense.
WEATHER: The weather in Israel during the spring is usually warm and summery, approximately 18-25°C, but there may be some sporadic showers. Participants are requested to bring light clothes suitable for warm weather, including short-sleeved shirts, a bathing suit, a hat and comfortable walking shoes. We also recommend that you bring some light sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, a rain coat and an umbrella.
INSURANCE: Participants are insured for medical care during their stay in Israel. This does not include pre-existing conditions and /or major dental care. Personal belongings are not insured, and are the responsibility of each individual.
Participants who take regular MEDICATION are requested to bring enough medicine for the duration of the course. Participants who wear GLASSES are advised to bring a spare pair.
We recommend that HAND LUGGAGE include basic toiletries and a change of clothes for the first day or so. These should be carried separately in case of delay in baggage delivery.
Participants will not receive any allowance or pocket money. Please bring some money for SMALL EXPENSES.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION: Those accepted to the course will supply flight details to their local Israeli representative, to be forwarded to us. Upon arrival in Israel, the participant will pick up his/her luggage. After passing through customs, the participant will enter the arrivals terminal and walk towards the left. Go up the escalator to the first floor. On the left, behind the car rental counters, you will see a counter of a company called MONI-SITON. This is a special taxi service, which has a list of expected arrivals. Go to the counter and tell them your name, country and that you’re attending a course at the Faculty. You will be taken to the Faculty of Agriculture, Rehovot, free of charge. This service is pre-paid.
PLEASE DO NOT
TAKE ANY OTHER FORM OF TRANSPORTATION!
PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS
This 25-day course is truly a joint venture. Involved in its implementation are:
Academics: under the auspices of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment. Academic Coordinator: Prof. Israel Rozenboim, Senior Faculty.
Administration: by the Faculty's Division for External Studies in cooperation with the Division for International Cooperation of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs (MASHAV).
MASHAV
Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation, known as MASHAV in its Hebrew acronym, was founded in 1958 as part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is responsible for initiating and implementing Israel’s development-cooperation program worldwide. MASHAV aims at transferring the expertise and technologies, which have assisted Israel in its own path to development, to other countries. Today, Israel cooperates with almost 140 countries, providing training in Israel and abroad, operating on-site demonstration projects and building medical infrastructures in partner countries. MASHAV is active in fields ranging from agriculture to medicine and from community development to entrepreneurship.
THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem was opened in 1925, preceding the establishment of the State of Israel by over two decades. The University was designed to be a world class institution of higher learning and research. Today, the Hebrew University comprises 7 faculties, 15 schools, some 60 research centers, a present student body of about 24,000 and a tenured-track faculty of some 1,500. One third of its enrollment is at the M.Sc. and Ph.D. level.
THE ROBERT H. SMITH FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD & ENVIRONMENT
The Hebrew University’s Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment was established in 1942 in Rehovot, a city at a distance of some 55 km (35 miles) from the main campus of the University in Jerusalem. The site was chosen due to considerations of climate and soil conditions. It is the only agricultural institution of higher education in Israel offering university degrees.
The Faculty’s Division for External Studies was established in 1986. One of its aims is to expose academic graduates from abroad to post-graduate programs, giving them insight into the achievements and research of Israel in general (and of the Faculty in particular), expanding their knowledge in specific fields and creating opportunities for international cooperation.
COMMUNICATION
Further information relating to the subject matter of the course may be obtained from:
Division for External Studies
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
P.O. Box 12
Rehovot, Israel 76100
Tel. 972-8-9489509, or 972-8-9489511
Fax. 972-8-9470171
Director: Ms. Miri Ben-Haim
Program Administrator: Ms. Randy Lang