Overview
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Offerings
MURDOCH-S1-INT-2018-ONGOING
Enrolment rules
Enrolment in BSc (Veterinary Biology)/DVM (B1330); successful completion of all BSc (Veterinary Biology)/DVM Part I units, or accepted equivalents.
Students enrolled in the BSc Animal Science/Animal Health major are eligible to enrol, subject to quota restrictions, a strong academic record in the relevant Part I units, and approval of both the Unit Coordinator and the Animal Science/Animal Health Academic Chair.
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Learning activities
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Learning outcomes
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Classification of cells. To be able to explain the basis of the classification of cells into their basic types and to recognise and illustrate the occurrence of these cell types in the major tissues.
2.
Anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems. To be able to identify and describe the normal anatomy and explain the normal physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems, provide an overview of the major control mechanisms, and relate this to the function of the body.
3.
Histological structure of major tissues. To be able to identify and describe the cellular organisation of selected major tissues in sufficient depth to be able to sketch the histological structure and relate this to structure and function.
4.
Structure and function in the normal individual. By applying knowledge of the anatomy and histology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems and tissues, and emphasising the important physiological principles, to be able to integrate structure and function in the normal individual.
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Body structure and homeostasis. Focusing on the of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems, be able to communicate and illustrate how the body is structured and regulated to maintain homeostasis through specialisation of discrete organs for specific yet integrated functions.
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Abnormal physiological processes associated with disease. At an introductory level, be able to identify and explain some of the abnormal physiological processes that are associated with disease.
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Experimentation and computer-assisted learning. To develop self-directed learning skills by demonstration of interest and competence with experimentation and computer-assisted learning.
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Biological variability and experimental technique. To provide an appreciation of biological variability and experimental data collection, and how to analyse data collected.
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Oral and written communication of scientific information. Research and present information both orally and in writing to colleagues at the appropriate level.
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Team work. To demonstrate an ability to communicate and work effectively as a team member in the preparation and presentation of a group project.
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Professionalism. To demonstrate professionalism through compliance with College of Veterinary Medicine professionalism policies, in particular the ethical and safe use of animals and animal tissues.
Assessments
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Additional information
Unit content:In this unit students will examine in detail the anatomy, histology and physiology of the individual organs and tissues of animals, focusing on the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems. The histology and basic physiology of the nerves and the various types of muscle will also be covered, whilst the anatomy of the peripheral nerves, and the musculoskeletal system are presented in VET260. Physiological mechanisms will be considered in terms of both cellular and tissue structure and the physical and chemical processes necessary for the maintenance of health. Some control mechanisms will also be outlined, but will be covered in much greater depth in VET273 Veterinary Structure and Function III in Semester 2.