VET SC 7010RW - Systems Pathology
Roseworthy Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code VET SC 7010RW Course Systems Pathology Coordinating Unit School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Roseworthy Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 7 hours per week Prerequisites VET SC 7009RW Incompatible VET SC 7000RW Restrictions Available to DVM students only Assessment In-class tests, final exams, tutorial assessment Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Lucy Woolford
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 Develop the ability to properly describe gross lesions using appropriate pathologic terminology. 2 Recognise the pathological features of the most common diseases in domestic animals. 3 Be able to compare similar diseases in different animals. 4 Be able to compare effects of similar lesions in disparate organ systems. 5. Be able to critically evaluate when / what samples are required depending upon the differential diagnosis 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 - 5 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1 - 5 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3 - 5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1, 3, 4 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 5 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1 - 5 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
3 lectures of 1 hr each per week
1 tutorial of 1 hr each per week
1 practical of 3 hrs each per week
Lectures that deliver theoretical knowledge are supported by tutorials that focus on application of theoretical knowledge in case-based scenarios and extension and reinforcement of concepts discussed in lectures. Practicals will provide an opportunity for the students to develop and extend technical skills in post mortem examination and clinical case analysis.
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 & Tutorial topics
Alimentary system
Liver, biliary system, exocrine pancreas.
Respiratory system
Cardiovascular system
Urinary system
Endocrine system
CNS
PNS and skeletal muscle.
Bones and joints.
Integument
Female reproductive system
Male reproductive tract.
Eye.
Lymphoid and haematopoietic systems
Species specific pathology (fish, reptiles, amphibians, marine mammals, Australian native mammals)
Practicals
Lesions of alimentary tract.
Lesions of respiratory tract.
Lesions of cardiovascular system.
Lesions of the urinary system.
Lesions of endocrine organs and associated lesions of other organs.
Lesions of the CNS and PNS.
Lesions of the integument.
Lesions of the female reproductive tract and fetus.
Lesions of the male reproductive tract
Pathology of marine mammals
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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 Weekly
quizzes and reading assignmentsFormative
& SummativeWeekly 0%
20%YES 1-5 In
class written & practical testFormative
& SummativeMid Term 35% 1-5 Final
examSummative End of Semester 45% 1-5 Assessment Related Requirements
HURDLE REQUIRMENTS
Assessment Item with hurdle % needed or requirement to meet hurdle Is additional assessment available if student
does not meet hurdle requirement? Yes or NoDetails of additional assessment, if available Weekly quizzes, In class written & practical test AND Final Exam cumulative minimum of 65% Yes
Students that do not attain the cumulative 65% minimum requirement will be eligible for an additional assessment if they obtained a cumulative mark 60% or above. No additional assessment will be offered to students who obtain less than a 60% cumulative score.Assessment Detail
Weekly quizzes (20% of final grade): Formative reading assignments & summative quizzes will be run within tutorials throughout semester. The formative reading assignments will be for the student to assess their understanding of material being covered in lectures and practical sessions The summative quizzes will account for 20% of the final course grade.
In class test (35% of final grade): A combined written and practical in-class test will be conducted at approximately mid-semester to address understanding of the material.
Major exam (45% of final grade): The final exam will cover both theoretical and practical components. The questions will be a combination of short answer, multiple choice and long answer questions in the form of schematic pathogenesis diagrams.
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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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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