Why study at TECH?

A complete and total update in General Aspects of the Swine Sector with the most comprehensive and effective training program on the online educational market”

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During the last few years, the pork sector has grown notably, both in production, animal census and number of specialized farms, thanks to the boost of foreign markets supported, in turn, by the competitiveness in the industry in the global market.

The pig sector is of key importance to the Spanish economy, since it accounts for around 14% of the Final Agricultural Production. Within livestock production, the pig sector occupies the first place in terms of its economic importance, reaching around 39% of the Final Livestock Production. At the global level, the EU-28 is the second largest producer of pork, after China, and Spain is the third largest pig producer in the world.

This rise in production has increased the export market for pork and pork products, which makes exports an essential element for market balance. With a very positive trade balance, Spain has consolidated its position as the second largest pork exporter in the EU, only behind Germany, with a spectacular increase in exports to third countries, especially China and other Southeast Asian countries.

This program deals with pig production both worldwide and in Spain. It analyzes the different swine production models and their characteristics with a focus on production, health and animal welfare.

In order to understand swine production processes, it is essential for students to have in-depth knowledge of the production models involved and current regulations, all of which is explained in the subjects.

The Postgraduate certificate in General Aspects of the Swine Sector contains the most complete and updated online academic program on the market. The contents will be available to access from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection guarantees students will be able to use their available time to achieve his double objective: training and qualification. Furthermore, the program's methodological design integrates the latest advances in educational technology that will facilitate learning.

Incorpórate a la élite con este Postgraduate certificate de alta eficacia, abriendo nuevos caminos a tu desarrollo profesional”

This Postgraduate certificate in General Aspects of the Swine Sector contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

  • The latest technology in online teaching software
  • Intensely visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents, easy to assimilate and understand 
  • Practical cases presented by practicing experts
  • State-of-the-art interactive video systems
  • Teaching supported by telepractice
  • Continuous updating and recycling systems
  • Autonomous learning: full compatibility with other occupations
  • Practical exercises for self-evaluation and learning verification
  • Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
  • Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
  • Availability of content from any fixed or portable device with internet connection
  • Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the course

A comprehensive training program that will allow you to acquire the most advanced knowledge in all specialized veterinarian areas of intervention”

Our teaching staff is made up of professionals in different fields related to this specialty. That way, TECH ensures to you with students the updating objective it intends. A multidisciplinary team of professionals, trained and experienced in different environments, who will develop the theoretical knowledge in an efficient way, but above all, they will bring their practical knowledge from their own experience to the course: one of the differential qualities of this training.

The efficiency of the methodological design of this Professional Master's Degree, enhances the student's understanding of the subject. Developed by a multidisciplinary team of e-learning experts, it integrates the latest advances in educational technology. This way, you will be able to study with a range of easy-to-use and versatile multimedia tools that will give you the necessary skills you need for your training.

The design of this program is based on Problem-Based Learning: an approach that conceives learning as a highly practical process. To achieve this remotely, TECH Global University uses telepractice learning: with the help of an innovative, interactive video system, and learning from an expert, you will be able to acquire the knowledge as if you were actually dealing with the scenario you are learning about. A concept that will allow students to integrate and focus their learning in a more realistic and permanent way.

With a methodological design based on proven teaching techniques, this innovative program will take you through different teaching approaches to allow you to learn in a dynamic and effective way"

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Our innovative telepractice concept will give you the opportunity to learn through an immersive experience, which will provide you with a faster integration and a much more realistic view of the contents: “Learning from an expert”

Syllabus

The contents of this program have been developed by the different experts on this course, with a clear purpose: to ensure that our students acquire each and every one of the necessary skills to become true experts in this field. 

A complete and well-structured program that will take you to the highest standards of quality and success.

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A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented toward learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life"

Module 1. The Swine Sector 

1.1. The Importance of the Swine Sector 

1.1.1. The Swine Sector at a Global Level
1.1.2. The Swine Sector in Spain
1.1.3. The Importance of the Swine Industry for the Rural World

1.2. Morphological and Physiological Characteristics in Pigs

1.2.1. External Morphology
1.2.2. Anatomy and Digestive and Respiratory Physiology
1.2.3. Anatomy and characteristics of the Locomotor System

1.3. Breeds, Crosses and Genetic Lines in Swine Production

1.3.1. The Main Swine Breeds
1.3.2. Crossbreeding and Genetic Lines in White Pigs
1.3.3. Selection and Genetic Improvement

1.4. Management Systems in Swine Production

1.4.1. Swine Production Features
1.4.2. Intensive White Pig System
1.4.3. Alternative Production Systems

1.5. Swine Facilities and Housing: Environmental Control

1.5.1. Reproductive Farm Facilities and Housing
1.5.2. Transition Farm Facilities and Housing
1.5.3. Fattening Farm Facilities and Housing

1.6. Legislation: Farm Management, Animal Welfare and Occupational Risk Prevention Audits and Certifications

1.6.1. Farm Management and Biosafety Regulations
1.6.2. Animal Welfare Regulations
1.6.3. Occupational Hazards

1.7. Farm By-Products and Waste Management

1.7.1. Carcass Management
1.7.2. Slurry Management
1.7.3. Other By-Product Management

1.8. Work Organization, Technical Management and Production Costs

1.8.1. Production and Optimization Management
1.8.2. Staff Management
1.8.3. IT Management and Production Costs

1.9. Iberian Pig Production

1.9.1. Genetic Lines in Iberian Pigs
1.9.2. Iberian Pig Production System
1.9.3. The Iberian Pig Industry

1.10. Pork and Pork Product Food Safety, Hygiene and Quality

1.10.1. Food Safety
1.10.2. Pork Quality
1.10.3. The Problem of Sexual Odor in Pork

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A unique, key, and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”

Postgraduate Certificate in General Aspects of the Swine Sector

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The swine sector is a fundamental pillar of the agricultural economy worldwide, generating employment and providing high quality food to the population. However, swine production also faces constant challenges that require professionals capable of implementing innovative and effective solutions. The Postgraduate Certificate in General Aspects of the Swine Sector is an excellent option for those interested in specializing in this area, since it will provide you with excellent knowledge in nutrition, sanitary or reproductive management. This way, you will grow professionally in this sector in only 6 weeks.

Increase your skills in the swine sector

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Do you want to have the best knowledge to address real problems in the field of swine production? TECH has the solution! The Postgraduate Certificate in General Aspects of the Swine Sector will increase your competences in this field so that you can undertake an adequate sanitary, cost or legal management in this area. Likewise, you will enjoy a first class educational methodology and the advice of the best teachers specialized in this animal world.