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Vet Bioscience: Nervous System (VETS90134)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
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This subject continues the integrated and inter-disciplinary approach to the study of organ function and dysfunction in animals that was introduced in year one of the DVM course. Building on students’ prior knowledge of body system function and dysfunction and their experience of scientific and clinical reasoning, this subject introduces students to the structure and normal functioning of the nervous, ocular and auditory systems, and to the principles of dysfunction of these systems. Students learn about pharmacology and therapeutics as they relate to this system. Using case-based teaching approaches, they will apply their understanding of organ and system function and dysfunction to authentic situations that enhance the development of integrative clinical reasoning abilities, and to analysis of cases that involve multiple organ perturbation.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Utilise knowledge of the structure, function and pathways of the nervous system in order to distinguish between normal and abnormal in animals and in tissues to explain causes, pathogenesis and effects of common diseases of the nervous system
- Interpret the results of a neurological examination including use of neurolocalising terms
- Apply an understanding of the mechanism of action of drugs that act on the nervous system to explain their clinical applications and adverse effects
- Work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and apply an understanding of nervous system structure and function in order to analyse and interpret clinical problems related to this system in animals
Generic skills
At the completion this subject, students should:
- Be able to examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
- Have enhanced analytical and cognitive skills through learning experiences in diverse subjects
- Have the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems
- Be able to seek solutions to problems through the application of knowledge, the ability to initiate and integrate new ideas, an appreciation of the broad picture of science, and an understanding of the importance and application of scientific method.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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VETS90129 | Vet Bioscience: Locomotion | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
6.25 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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VETS90139 | Veterinary Professional Practice 2 | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
6.25 |
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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VETS90101 | Veterinary Bioscience 2B | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
18.75 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written test
| Mid semester (Week 5‐7) | 35% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 65% |
Attendance Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 90% of all practical classes and case studies in this subject. | N/A | |
Aggregate Mark Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the subject on aggregate mark. | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinators Panos Loukopoulos and Andrew Stent Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 43 hours of lectures, practical classes and case studies Total time commitment 100 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Last updated: 3 November 2022