VSC419 Veterinary Practice 4 (0)
CSU Discipline Area: Animal and Vet Science (ANVET)
Duration: Two sessions
Abstract:
This subject continues the development of the professional skills of veterinary students in the middle parts of their course. In particular, clinical skills are developed for the first time in the setting of commercial practices, an independent consulting exercise is commenced with a client who manages an animal population, communication skills are further developed and reflection on learning and professional experiences is continued. For entry into professional placement/practicum subjects.
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: VSC419
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
students only
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to;
- perform basic clinical procedures with animals presented to a veterinary clinic
- work cooperatively in a veterinary clinic as an aid to both lay staff and clinicians
- demonstrate strong communication skills with clients and colleagues
- consult with a manager of an animal population and identify issues to improve animal health, welfare and productivity
- conduct basic review of a farm animal population, or similar, and to exercise sound judgement about the need for changes in management
- exercise reflective practice when working in veterinary clinics or other veterinary-related workplaces
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- communication skills training
- the way to conduct an on-farm investigation, and to develop a report to a consultancy client
- the first period of clinical extramural studies CEMS-1 (performed after completing Year 3).
Workplace Learning
This subject contains a Workplace Learning component. Please contact the subject coordinator for further information.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.