Ruminants and Camelids B (VETS90148)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Werribee)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 (Early-Start) |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject focuses on both the general principles of veterinary production animal practice and the specific approach to diagnosis, control and prevention of disease in production animals, with a focus on public health. Content will be delivered in blocks based on clinical presentations related to gastrointestinal, urinary, nervous and non-specific clinical problems in parallel with presentations of the same systems in other species. This approach is designed to support students in the development of their diagnostic reasoning skills, and encourage a comparative view of veterinary medicine and surgery.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Perform a safe clinical examination, collect and interpret clinical history, epidemiological data and physical examination findings in an individual or herds of ruminants and camelids in order to develop contextually appropriate prioritised differential diagnoses related to gastrointestinal, urinary, nervous and non-specific clinical presentations
- Analyse records of production, health and reproductive performance in populations of ruminants and camelids in order to make recommendations that optimise health and productivity
- Justify and perform appropriate ancillary laboratory tests and interpret the results of the laboratory reports in order to establish a definitive diagnosis of diseases and production-limiting conditions that affect ruminants and camelids
- Formulate and recommend appropriate therapeutic and control strategies for important endemic and exotic diseases of individuals or herds of ruminants and camelids to achieve farm financial, animal health and production performance targets (taking into account the legal, ethical, prognostic, economic, welfare, public health and food safety considerations)
Generic skills
Students completing this subject will have developed:
- An in-depth understanding of specific veterinary clinical disciplines
- Manual dexterity and technical skills in the practical application of these disciplines
- The ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, to trouble-shoot technical difficulties and to seek accurate solutions to complex biological problems
- The capacity to apply a rigorous, critical and logical approach to problem-solving
- Advanced experience in observation, interpretation of complex data, problem-solving, time management, record-keeping and communication in both written and verbal formats
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| VETS90143 | Ruminants and Camelids A | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Werribee) |
6.25 |
| VETS90141 | Veterinary Professional Practice 3 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Werribee) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
All students are to enrol into the following corequisite subjects, unless directed by the Melbourne Veterinary School:
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| VETS90147 | Dogs and Cats B | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Werribee) |
12.5 |
| VETS90149 | Horses B | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Werribee) |
6.25 |
| VETS90150 | Wildlife, Aquaculture, Exotics and Pigs | Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Werribee) |
6.25 |
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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Written test
| Mid semester | 35% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 45% |
Aggregate mark Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the subject on aggregate mark. | N/A | |
Up to 2 online quizzes, each equally weighted
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Peter Mansell Coordinator Megan Thomas Mode of delivery On Campus (Werribee) Contact hours 80 hours of lectures, practical classes and workshops Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 14 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 25 July 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 21 November 2025 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
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- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025