Unit of Study VETS3016 Clinical Studies: Avian, Native, Wildlife, Exotic and Zoo Animals (2025)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

Yes

Pre-requisites

complete 288 credit points in3508006 - Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (Honours)

Unit description

This unit aims to build a student's the core competencies in avian, native, wildlife, exotic and zoo animal husbandry and medicine. Students will develop the necessary knowledge and skills to be competent in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the common conditions in these unique species in veterinary practice. Students will also participate in community engaged learning to support knowledge and skill development.

Unit content

Module 1. Common diseases of the cardiovascular, respiratory and lymphatic systems

Module 2. Common diseases of the skin, ophthalmic, and immune systems

Module 3. Common diseases of the renal, urogenital and reproductive systems

Module 4. Common diseases of the gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal and nervous systems

Module 5. Nutrition and common diseases of the endocrine system

Module 6. Cultural competency in veterinary practice - Working on country

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:

discuss clinical presentations, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options for a range of common diseases experienced in avian, native, wildlife, exotic and zoo animal practice while engaging in reflective practice

apply knowledge of diagnostic testing principles to design and apply effective diagnostic testing plans for avian, native, wildlife, exotic and zoo animals with medical conditions

formulate therapeutic plans for avian, native, wildlife, exotic and zoo animal patients using a logical clinical reasoning framework through practical experiences and case-based learning activities

demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills while participating in a veterinary clinical team in a avian, native, wildlife, exotic and zoo animal setting while considering a diverse range of cultural perspectives.

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