ANIML SC 3100RW - Laboratory Animal Science III
Roseworthy Campus - Semester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ANIML SC 3100RW Course Laboratory Animal Science III Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 6 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge BIOLOGY 1101 & AGRIC 2500WT/RW Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Gordon Howarth
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Knowledge and understanding of the scientific importance and physical requirements associated with aspects of laboratory animal handling, breeding, feed, maintenance, and minor surgical procedures 2 Familiarity with processes associated with induction of gastrointestinal diseases and disorders which affect humans through models in laboratory animal species 3 Knowledge of the use of animal models 4 Familiarity with the location, analysis and evaluation of information from a variety of sources 5 Development of ability to handle a variety of laboratory animal species, including the collection of material from these specimens 6 Development of team-work through the collation and presentation of information in small team-based projects University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,3,5 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1,2,3 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2,4,5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1,2,5 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,6 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1,5,6 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,3 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
1 x 2hr lectures, 1 x 1 hr tutorial, 1 x 3hr practical per weekWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g.,
lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).Learning Activities Summary
Lectures - Backgound on uses for laboratory animals, including teaching. Physiological features determining suitability of different species. Development of scientific hypotheses and use of laboratory animals to address hypotheses. Biotechnological, biomedical and agricultural end-points for laboratory animals in research.
Tutorials - Development of hypotheses and planning research proposals.
Practical classes - Handling animals. Minor procedures - injections, labelling, blood collection
etc.
Work experience - spend time in an Animal Care Facility performing multiple tasks associated with animal
welfare.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Hurdle Learning Outcome Written Exam Summative 30% No 1,2,3 Research reports Summative 40% No 1,4,7,8 Oral Presentation Summative 10% No 1,4 Assignment Summative 10% No 1,2,3,4 Participation Summative 10% No 1,2,3,4,7,8 Assessment Detail
Written Exam (Total weighting 30%): A 3 hour final exam will cover the theory aspects of the course.
Research reports (Total weighting 40%): Students will complete a major Practical report (weighting of 25%) based on data collected during practical classes which will be due at the end of semester. Students will also complete three minor practical reports (worth 5% each), one based on material covered in the 1st two weeks of semester and to be completed within the practical time, and the other to involve statistical analysis and interpretation of results of material collected during a practical class.
Oral presentation (Total weighting 10%): students will be provided with journal articles relating to a specific aspect of the course and will have to critically evaluate these articles along guidelines that are also provided. Their results are to be presented as an oral presentation to the class.
Assignment (Total weighting 10%): students will research and discuss the guidelines and convention of animal ethics applications for research and teaching
Participation (Total weighting 10%): student participation in practicals, lectures and tutorials. This is a mark for engagement and participation (not for attendance).
Submission
Late Submission
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A mark of zero will be allocated to late submitted assessment.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
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Policies & Guidelines
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- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
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- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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