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<p>This unit will analyse the basic parameters of animal health with respect to symptomatic observation and measurement of disturbance to body function through to clinical diagnostic methods. Disease states will be explored as case studies of common diseases in farm and pet animals and via analysis of the impacts of disease on the various organ systems of the body. Disease treatment and control methods will be described together with basic information on microbial infection systems relevant to animal protection and treatment. Information concerning specific health issues in various species will be explored via a number of examples. Specialist lectures from animal welfare and veterinary staff will be used to detail these examples and provide practical contexts. Field studies will explore the techniques and analyses of modern veterinary medicine.</p>
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<p>•Parameters, including environmental, nutritional and genetic factors, impacting on animal health<br>
•Development of knowledge of common diseases in veterinary animals<br>
•Understanding diagnostic methods and treatment options in disease or immunocompromised veterinary animals</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit will analyse the basic parameters of animal health with respect to symptomatic observation and measurement of disturbance to body function through to clinical diagnostic methods. Disease states will be explored as case studies of common diseases in farm and pet animals and via analysis of the impacts of disease on the various organ systems of the body. Disease treatment and control methods will be described together with basic information on microbial infection systems relevant to animal protection and treatment. Information concerning specific health issues in various species will be explored via a number of examples. Specialist lectures from animal welfare and veterinary staff will be used to detail these examples and provide practical contexts. Field studies will explore the techniques and analyses of modern veterinary medicine.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Parameters, including environmental, nutritional and genetic factors, impacting on animal health<br> •Development of knowledge of common diseases in veterinary animals<br> •Understanding diagnostic methods and treatment options in disease or immunocompromised veterinary animals</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scvet2001">061101 - Veterinary Science</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> must have completed 1 of SCBIO1020/<a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=SCENV1002" target="_blank">SCENV1002</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Recognise the importance of hygiene, nutrition and welfare in animal health</p>
K2
<p>Describe the main features of a range of diseases and their symptoms in pet and farm animals;</p>
K3
<p>Recognise the importance of observation and measurement of symptoms and the role of modern diagnostic medicine in disease control</p>
K4
<p>Give examples of diagnostic testing and interpretation</p>
K5
<p>Discuss the importance of disease control and research in the welfare and maintenance of animals</p>
S1
<p>Develop scientific problem-solving and investigation skills in animal welfare</p>
S2
<p>Devise effective strategies for critical interpretation of animal health scientific literature from a variety of sources</p>
S3
<p>Interpret field data for accurate veterinary disease diagnosis</p>
S4
<p>Communication of scientific results in a clear manner in both written and oral forms</p>
A1
<p>Understand the importance and nutritional requirements of different veterinary animals</p>
A2
<p>Analyse and interpret data to determine the animal health status of veterinary animals</p>
A3
<p>Recognise symptoms, diagnostic and treatment options for a range of diseases in veterinary animals</p>
Assessment
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<p>Comprehension assignments: Field studies describing an investigation, the approaches, the analysis and interpretation of data</p>
<p>Scientific report(s)</p>
<p>30 - 50%</p>
K3, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, A2, A3
2
<p>Research and communication assignment: research topical issues in animal health and prepare an oral report</p>
<p>Oral Presentation</p>
<p>5 - 20%</p>
K2, S4, A3
3
<p>Knowledge of unit material</p>
<p>Online test</p>
<p>40 - 60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S4, A1, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/scvet2001">061101 - Veterinary Science</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Disclaimer
<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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