VET TECH 2035RW - Pathology for Veterinary Technologists II

Roseworthy Campus - Semester 1 - 2022

This course has two broad objectives. First, a study of veterinary pathology provides the underpinning knowledge for an understanding of diseases processes and the animal body's response to disease. A study of pathology provides the necessary insights for the work of veterinary technologists in assisting diagnostic procedures and supporting veterinary treatment. Second, veterinary technologists who work in the fields of veterinary diagnostics in veterinary practices, and in government of private laboratories require both knowledge and practical skills in the procedures used by anatomic and clinical pathologists to detect the presence of disease and to describe the development of disease processes. This course will introduce those skills across a broad range of veterinary diagnostic procedures.

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Course Details

Course Code	VET TECH 2035RW
Course	Pathology for Veterinary Technologists II
Coordinating Unit	School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Roseworthy Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 7 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	Completion of Level I of Bachelor of Veterinary Technology program
Restrictions	Available to Bachelor of Veterinary Technology students only
Assessment	Written tests, Final Examination

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Stephen Pyecroft

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Describe, using pathological terminology, the way in which body systems respond to disease processes
2	Recognise and identify the pathological changes which occur in tissues of the body in response to the common disease processes
3	Correctly select and prepare tissues for submission to a veterinary pathology laboratory from animal cadavers
4	Perform cytologic evaluation including assisting in collecting, preparing and evaluating transudate, exudate and cytologic specimens
5	Operate a range of veterinary diagnostic equipment

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)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 2
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1, 2
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3, 4, 5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	3
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	3, 4

Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes

No information currently available.

Workload

No information currently available.

Learning Activities Summary
A course of 36 lectures and 12 practicals covering the following:
- The language and terminology of veterinary pathology.
- Cell injury & death
- Inflammation and the immune system
- Fluid balance and circulatory disturbances
- Healing & tissue repair
- Neoplasia
- Clinical pathology principles and practice
Specific Course Requirements

Attendance at practical classes is compulsory

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 Yes/No	Learning Outcome	Approximate timing of assessment
Written test 1	Formative, summative	20%	No	1, 2	Week 3 to 4
Written test 2	Formative, summative	20%	No	2, 3	Week 5 or 6
Practical class attendance	Formative, summative	0%	Yes	3, 4, 5	Weeks 1 to 10
Final exam	Summative	60%	Yes	1, 2, 4	End of semester examination period

Assessment Related Requirements

Assessment Task with Hurdle	% needed to meet hurdle requirement	If hurdle is not met, is additional assessment available?	Type of additional assessment if available
Final exam	50%	Yes	Additional written theory exam
Practical class/workshop attendance and participation is compulsory	90%	Yes	Missed practicals can be made up for approved absences only.

Assessment Detail

Written test 1. (20%)
After first three weeks, students will be tested on their familiarity with the pathological principles and approaches described and used in the first lectures and practical classes. The test will be a short-answer written paper of 30 minutes duration at the conclusion of a practical class and students will have access to their notes.

Written test 2. (20%)
After a further three weeks, students will again be tested on their familiarity with the pathological principles and approaches described and experienced in the first six weeks of the course. The test will be a short-answer written paper of 30 minutes duration at the conclusion of a practical class and students will have access to their notes.

Final Exam (60%)
The final written theory exam of two hours duration will examine all components of the course. It will consist of multiple choice, short answer or long answer questions.

Submission

If an extension is not applied for, or not granted, then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of the assignment for each calendar day that the assignment is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days late or more without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the marks available for that assignment.

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 Access Adelaide.

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