Unit of Study VETS3004 Pathology - Principles and Pathogenic Mechanisms (2025)

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Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

No

Pre-requisites

complete 192 credit points in3508006 - Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (Honours)

Unit description

This unit aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of pathological processes in the animal body. Students will apply knowledge of pathophysiology to the selection of diagnostic tests in veterinary practice. They will develop technical skills in laboratory testing and post mortem examination.

Unit content

Module 1. Principles of general pathology and clinical pathology

Module 2. Companion animal pathology and clinical pathology

Module 3. Equine pathology and clinical pathology

Module 4. Ruminant pathology and clinical pathology

Module 5. Exotic/Native/Zoo/Wildlife pathology and clinical pathology

Module 6. Pig/Poultry pathology and clinical pathology

Availabilities

Not currently available in 2025

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

apply knowledge of the principles of veterinary clinical pathology to practical laboratory techniques commonly used in the examination and interpretation of animal samples

apply knowledge of pathology to effectively recognise and describe the pathological changes observed in animal organ systems affected by disease while engaging in reflective practice to identify areas for improvement and enhance knowledge

apply knowledge of pathophysiology to effectively describe the pathogenic mechanisms and alterations in physiological processes seen in common clinical case studies

demonstrate competency in performing a post-mortem examination under supervision.

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