VSC225 Comparative Anatomy (8)

Comparative anatomy continues the study of normal body organs and structures undertaken in Veterinary Anatomy but extends it to study systems not studied in the dog including special senses and reproductive anatomy and of features of veterinary interest in a wide range of species including birds and wildlife.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VSC225. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Restricted to enrolment in the Bachelor of Veterinary Science,
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)

Prerequisites

VSC224

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be familiar with basic anatomy, how it develops embryologically and understand the relationship between form and function, for organs of special sense and for the reproductive systems of mammals.
  • be able to describe the normal structure, development and disposition of major organs and systems of veterinary significance of the following species. Ruminants, Horses, Chickens, Fish, Amphibians and Reptiles, Rodents and lagomorphs, Pigs and Tylopods.
  • be able to relate the anatomy of these animals to their lifestyles, particularly their feeding strategies.
  • be able to relate these major anatomical characteristics to superficial features on the body of live animals.
  • be able to integrate information from concurrent physiology subjects and apply this information to material covered in Comparative Anatomy.
  • be able to use information presented on these species to understand and explain the anatomy of a range of vertebrate species not specifically studied in this course.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Special senses
  • Reproductive systems
  • Ruminant anatomy
  • Equine digestive anatomy
  • Equine locomotor anatomy
  • Birds
  • Pigs and tylopds
  • Rodents and lagomorphs
  • Fish amphibians and reptiles
  • Embryology

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of VSC225 in Session 1 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Embryological development esssay
15
2
Comparative sheep essay
20
3
Final practical exam
20
4
Final theory exam
45

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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