ASC280 Diagnostics for Veterinary Technologists (8)

In this subject students will progress their understanding of veterinary diagnostics, learning how to prepare patients for procedures as well as the selection and application of particular diagnostic procedures including the operation and maintenance of diagnostic equipment. 

Availability

* Offering has a residential school. Please view following information for further details.

Session 2 (60)
On Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online *
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ASC280. 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 Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.

Prerequisites

ASC181 and ASC182 and ASC183

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to collect, prepare, handle and process samples for diagnostic analysis in order to ensure maximum accuracy of results;
  • be able to describe appropriate diagnostic procedures associated with assessing the health status of animals;
  • be able to operate a range of veterinary diagnostic equipment and determine proper maintenance and quality control procedures of laboratory instruments and equipment necessary to ensure accurate results;
  • be able to compare the application of imaging modalities such as CT, MRI, nuclear scintigraphy and ultrasound;
  • be able to prepare and maintain radiographic equipment;
  • be able to determine if the radiographic image is of diagnostic quality, and if not, be able to offer options to correct deficiencies; and
  • be able to minimise risks to personnel and patients during radiographic procedures according to Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Module 1: Laboratory Procedures
  • - The Veterinary Laboratory
  • - Haematology
  • - Immunology
  • - Urinalysis
  • - Introductory Parasitology
  • - Clinical Chemistry
  • - Cytology
  • - Other Diagnostics Tests
  • Module 2: Imaging Modalities
  • - Radiation safety during imaging procedures, including legislation requirements
  • - Radiography: radiographic series, technique charts
  • - Troubleshooting quality of radiographic images
  • - Contrast studies
  • - Ultrasound: application in diagnostics and therapy
  • - CT, MRI, and nuclear scintigraphy

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of ASC280 in Session 2 2021. 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
Radiation management plan
20
2
Online practice exam
40
3
Final exam - take home exam
40

Residential School

This subject contains a 4 day Compulsory Residential School.

All online/distance education students are required to attend the residential school, which is conducted at CSU's Wagga Wagga campus  The purpose of the residential school is to ensure students have the diagnostics competencies that veterinary technologists are expected to have (based on industry needs). The program will include tutorials, practical classes and practical examinations.

Special Resources

Travel and accommodation is required to attend a compulsory, 4 day, residential school (for online/distance education students) conducted at CSU's Wagga Wagga campus.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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