VET SC 7222RW - Ruminant Clinical Practice B
Roseworthy Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code VET SC 7222RW Course Ruminant Clinical Practice B Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 8 hours per week Prerequisites VET SC 7000RW & VET SC 7002RW Assumed Knowledge VET SC 7212RW Restrictions Available to DVM students only Assessment Assignment, Practical reports, Exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Colin Trengove
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 of the important diseases of small ruminants and camelids 2 The skills to investigate health or production problems affecting individual farm animals or herds and flocks 3 The ability to design a diagnostic approach to herd / flock-level investigations, including appropriate sampling strategies 4 The ability to describe the appropriate diagnostic procedures for such investigations 5 The ability to recommend sound plans for treatment, control or prevention of disease which:
a. Integrate animal welfare considerations into recommendations
b. Integrate economic considerations into recommendations
c. Integrate genetic and nutritional principles into recommendations, including pasture assessment
d. Recognise the complexity associated with providing effective veterinary service and advice to farm business operators6 The skills to competently handle and examine small ruminants and camelids 7 The skills to competently perform a range of common procedures with small ruminants and camelids 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, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2, 3, 5 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 4, 5 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 4, 7 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 2, 3 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 5 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 5 -
Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Personal stethoscopes, protective overalls and boots.
Access to a variety of monographs, journals and industry publications available on-line.
Access to animals through the Roseworthy Farm and Production Animal Health Centre Ambulatory Practice.
Access to various production facilities as available through the Production Animal Health Centre at Roseworthy Campus, including diagnostic & surgery services.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
3 Lectures of 1 hour each per week.
1 Practical of 4 hours per week
1 Tutorial of 1 hour per week
Workload
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 (Sheep - and other species where appropriate)
The sheep industry in Australia and South Australia
Veterinary roles in sheep production
Meat and wool production
Nutrition, grazing and supplementary feeding of sheep
Reproductive management, diseases, monitoring and investigation
Helminth diseases, control and management
Diseases of the integument
Managing trace element and vitamin nutrition
Managing weaner sheep including feedlotting
Lameness
Sudden death
Farm toxicology
CNS disorders
Alimentary tract disorders
Skin and eye disorders
Urinary system disorders
Blood and lymphatic system disorders
Respiratory system disorders
Lectures (Goats)
Goat industry, worldwide, Australia, meat, milk and fibre
Diseases of goats
Reproduction management of goats
Therapeutic and prophylactic agents.
Castration, disbudding, dehorning and other surgical procedures
Health management in the milking herd, including biosecurity
Lectures (Deer)
The deer industry and veterinary roles therein
Deer production and management
Diseases of deer
Herd health plans
Lectures (Camelids)
The camelid industry and veterinary roles therein
Camelid production and management
Diseases of camelid
Herd health plans
Practical classes
Whole farm health and production
Internal parasites
External parasites
Foot conditions
Necropsy technique
Johne’s disease
Weaner management
Reproduction
Farm toxicology investigations
Whole flock investigations
Goat herd health management
Deer herd health management
Camelid herd health management
Clinical techniques and examinations
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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 Due Weighting Hurdle Learning Outcome Assignment Summative & formative 20% No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Practical reports Summative & formative 20% No 1, 2, 4, 6, 7 End of semester Exam Summative End of Semester 60% No 1, 3, 4, 5 Assessment Detail
Assignment: (20% of total course grade)
An assignment (up to 2000 words) on a topic related to the management of sheep (or other relevant species) diseases which requires literature research, an across-discipline approach to a solution, and
encourages the synthesis of knowledge. Students will receive written feedback in order to indicate the expected standard of work and original thought.
Practical Reports: (20% of total course grade)
Exercises completed during Practical classes will be submitted for review and assessment, and returned (with feedback) as a permanent resource for the student for future reference. There will be a total of 4 reports,. Format of reports will be variable, depending on the activity, but will include multiple choice questions and brief summaries of the main learning outcomes for that activity. Additionally, there will be formative feedback for students on aspects of animal handling capabilities and proficiency in various clinical examination techniques.
End of Semester Exam: (60% of total course grade)
A final closed book examination which will test the student’s knowledge, understanding and ability
to apply knowledge to real veterinary problems.
Submission
No information currently available.
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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