Veterinary Practice 1

Abstract

Veterinary Practice 1 offers Veterinary Science students an introduction to the realities of the veterinary profession, and skills essential for the remainder of the veterinary course by providing a broad basis to the professional practice subjects. The subject has a strong emphasis on applying scientific information for writing. The subject includes the role of animals in societies including that of Indigenous Australian peoples, and companion animal behaviour, handling and welfare. Generic skills such as communication (with academic staff, peers, placement supervisors), effective use of scientific information in writing, and critical thinking and reflection are included. Practical animal handling sessions will be undertaken on site, utilising CSU's Equine Centre and Pre-Clinical Centre. Visits to clinical practices will be in pairs or on a small group basis. Students are required to attend a debrief session after these visits, thus ensuring that areas of experiential learning are further discussed and reinforced.

Syllabus

Learning at UniversityExpectations of student conductExpectations of CSUGeneric skillsLibrary skills, ability to source relevant informationScientific writing & readingIntroduction to the veterinary professionAnimal handling practical sessions and tutorials including animal examination/ medication techniquesIntroduction to practice (2 days)Expectations of participating practicesLegal issues with clinical activitiesSafety issues with clinical activitiesOHS in the veterinary … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning at University
Expectations of student conduct
Expectations of CSU
Generic skills
Library skills, ability to source relevant information
Scientific writing & reading
Introduction to the veterinary profession
Animal handling practical sessions and tutorials including animal examination/ medication techniques
Introduction to practice (2 days)
Expectations of participating practices
Legal issues with clinical activities
Safety issues with clinical activities
OHS in the veterinary workplace
Introduction to the human - animal bond and how this may differ between different cultures, including Indigenous Australian peoples and non-indigenous groups

Enrolment restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the following courses:

Bachelor of Veterinary Biology
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)

Incompatible

Replacement

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 15 hours Details Students visit participating veterinary practices in pairs or small groups. After visits students attend a debrief session to discuss experiences seen on the placement, and write reports outlining the structure of the clinic and the major activities undertaken. 2 days (approx 15hrs)

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students will be required to provide their own transport to visit veterinary clinics, as well as suitable professional clothing and footwear (such as work shirt, scrub top, overalls, boots). Overalls and/or lab coats and boots are required for all animal handling practicals.