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VETS6306: Avian, Reptilian and Wildlife Practice
2024 unit information
This unit will cover the basic husbandry of commonly kept avian and reptilian pets and wildlife species presented to veterinarians. Applied anatomy of these species will be taught so that students will be able to safely handle these animals, complete physical examinations of them, collect diagnostic samples from them, interpret radiographs and other images of them, treat them, and undertake common surgical procedures on them. Common disease processes and their manifestations, treatments, and prevention will be discussed. Upon completion of this unit of study, students will be comfortable seeing these species in their practice for routine appointments, and will be aware when referral to a specialist is indicated.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
School of Veterinary Science Academic Operations
| Code | VETS6306 |
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| Academic unit | School of Veterinary Science Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 3 |
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Prerequisites:
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VETS6101 and VETS6102 and VETS6103 and VETS6104 and VETS6105 and VETS6106 and VETS6107 and VETS6108 and VETS6201 and VETS6202 and VETS6203 and VETS6204 and VETS6205 and VETS6206 and VETS6207 and VETS6208 |
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Corequisites:
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VETS6302 |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. explain species-relevant husbandry requirements to wildlife carers and bird and reptile owners for the prevention and treatment of disease, behavioural problems and other poor welfare states.
- LO2. formulate a problem list, differential diagnosis, and diagnostic and treatment plan for pet birds, pet reptiles, and wildlife, using information obtained from the consultation and ancillary diagnostics, for common presentations and conditions.
- LO3. develop anaesthesia protocols and justify routinely used surgical and invasive procedures for pet birds, pet reptiles and wildlife that are appropriate for their distinctive anatomy, physiology and clinical condition.
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