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Veterinary Bioscience: Metabolism (VETS30017)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
Overview
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Using clinical cases to illustrate principles, this subject introduces students to the normal structure and function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems of the domestic animals, the disease processes that may affect these systems, and the causes and potential consequences of such disease. Students will develop skills in the clinical evaluation of the liver, urinary tract and endocrine system, including the selection and analysis of diagnostic tests of hepatic, renal and endocrine function.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Compare and contrast the structure and function of the hepatobiliary, endocrine and urinary systems of different species
- Explain the processes by which normal function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems may be disrupted, and predict the outcomes of these perturbations
- Apply an understanding of the principles of pharmacokinetics to predict the effect of administered drugs
- Apply an understanding of the mechanism of action of drugs that act on the urinary system to explain their use in the treatment of disease
- Interpret data acquired from clinical cases, and apply understanding of the structure and function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems in order to analyse and interpret clinical problems related to these systems
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Permission of the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences is required to enrol into this subject. Enrolment is limited to BSc students who have been selected into the Veterinary Bioscience major, leading to articulation into the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
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All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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VETS30016 | Veterinary Bioscience: Digestive System | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS30029 | Veterinary Bioscience: Cells to Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS30030 | Introduction to Professional Practice | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS30031 | Animal Production Systems 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Students must also be enrolled in
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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VETS30014 | Veterinary Bioscience: Cardiovasc System | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS30018 | Veterinary Bioscience:Respiratory System | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
VETS30032 | Animal Production Systems 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Up to 5 online assessments of weekly case study exercises (each equally weighted)
| Throughout the semester | 15% |
Written Test
| Mid semester | 25% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 60% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Jenny Charles Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 94 hours of lectures, practical classes and case studies Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Major Veterinary Bioscience Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI
Last updated: 31 January 2024