Veterinary Public Health and Pathology (VETS5012)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2020
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Veterinary Science School
Units
2
Duration
Two Semesters
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
4 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
4th year of the BVetSc program
Assessment methods
Theory exam (45%), VPH assignment (15%), abattoir practical assignment (15%), rotation activities and assessments (25%)
Course enquiries
Course duration
This is a year long course. It commences in Semester 1, 2020 and completes in Semester 2, 2020.
Course description
Students' knowledge and skills in microbiology, epidemiology, veterinary and human medicine, veterinary pathology, livestock production and welfare, and natural resource management are applied to human health and environmental protection. The course provides a base understanding of zoonotic diseases and food production security that can be built upon by both the practicing veterinarian and for those intending to develop a career in veterinary public health. The Applied Diagnostic Pathology component provides students with practical skills and knoweledge relating to professional practice, and advances students' experience in disease diagnosis.
Archived offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2020 (24/02/2020 - 11/07/2020) | Gatton | Internal | Profile unavailable |
Semester 1, 2019 (25/02/2019 - 22/06/2019) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2018 (19/02/2018 - 23/06/2018) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2017 (27/02/2017 - 24/06/2017) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2016 (29/02/2016 - 25/06/2016) | Gatton | Internal | Course Profile |