Veterinary Bioscience: Cells to Systems (VETS30029)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject takes a multi-disciplinary approach to the investigation of health and disease in domestic animals. Students will be introduced to the structural and functional organisational units of the body and to the fundamental principles of veterinary anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, general pathology and immunology. Students will gain a theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills that are fundamental to an appraisal of the health of domestic animals.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, student should be able to:
- Explain how the structural and functional organisation of the cells, tissues, organs and body systems enable maintenance of homeostasis
- Communicate anatomical and microscopic features of animal tissues using scientific terminology
- Explain how homeostasis is maintained through normal hormonal, electrical and pharmacological communication
- Describe the major components of the immune system and the clinical manifestations of an activated immune response
- Apply the principles of common inflammatory and non-inflammatory pathological processes to explain the clinical features of disease
- Interpret data acquired from clinical cases, and apply understanding of the cellular and system structure and function in order to analyse and interpret clinical problems
Generic skills
- 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: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Permission of the Faculty of Science 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.
Students must have successfully completed the following subjects:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| VETS20019 | Frontiers in Veterinary Science | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCMB20002 | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| BIOM20001 | Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
| AGRI20043 | Biochemistry in Agricultural Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Students must also be enrolled in
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| VETS30016 | Veterinary Bioscience: Digestive System | 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 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
Students must comply with the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Fitness to Practice Rules, which are accessible from Schedule 1 of the Student Fitness to Practice Policy (MPF1345).
Current vaccinations for tetanus and/or documented immunity to Q Fever are requirements for enrolment.
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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Continuous within-class assessment of the practical component: Up to 14 pre and post laboratory multiple choice quizzes, taking approximately 2 minutes each
| Throughout the semester | 15% |
Written test
| Mid semester | 25% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 60% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Smitha Georgy Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 72 hours of lectures, case studies and practical classes Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Major Veterinary Bioscience
Last updated: 4 March 2025