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Veterinary Parasitology A (VETS90131)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Overview
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This subject introduces students to the study of parasitic infectious agents as causes of disease in animals. It includes the important features and life cycle considerations of common and important ectoparasites and strongyloid nematodes, the host-parasite interaction and the pathogenesis of disease, disease transmission and epidemiology, methods of diagnosis of parasitic disease as well as prevention, control and treatment.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Outline the broad groups of parasites that are common and important determinants of animal health, public health, production and welfare of domestic animals in Australia and internationally
- Identify clinical signs of common and important ectoparasitic and strongyloid nematode infections, and diagnose these parasites in host tissues using classical parasitological methods and molecular techniques
- Design adaptive, integrated parasite control programs for ectoparasitic and strongyloid nematode infections in domestic animals, taking into account parasitic life cycles, climate, ecology, epidemiology and chemical resistance against parasites
- Identify clinical signs, transmission potential and pathogens (ectoparasitic and strongyloid nematodes) associated with zoonotic and reportable diseases, and advise on appropriate reporting response and/or diagnosis, prevention and control
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should:
- Have a broad knowledge of science across a range of fields, with an in-depth understanding in one scientific discipline
- Understand the scientific method, and the history and evolution of scientific concepts
- Be intellectually curious and apply a rigorous, critical and logical approach to enquiry
- Be able to communicate ideas effectively in both written and verbal formats to both specialists and non-specialists
- Reach a high level of achievement in writing, generic research activities, problem-solving and communication
- Be efficient managers of information
- Be able to apply technology to the analysis of biological problems.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Satisfactory completion of all subjects at DVM 1 level
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
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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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2x written tests, equally weighted
| From Week 2 to Week 10 | 40% |
Written examination
| During the examination period | 60% |
Aggregate mark Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the subject on aggregate mark. | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Abdul Jabbar Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 43 hours of lectures, practical classes and workshops Total time commitment 100 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: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Type Name Course Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Last updated: 31 January 2024