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VET30420

Academic Year 2024/2025

Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems (VET30420)

Subject:
Veterinary Medicine
College:
Health & Agricultural Sciences
School:
Veterinary Medicine
Level:
3 (Degree)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Assoc Professor Colm Reid
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
Blended
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

Graduate entrants to veterinary medicine will be expected to discuss the structure and function of cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and associated thoracic structures, in domestic species including farm animal species as well as the dog and cat. Students will also be expected to integrate their knowledge of microscopic structure to the function of these systems. Students will take part in small-group, interactive learning sessions, complemented by anatomical (dissection) and physiological practical sessions.

*** Please check and be aware if this module is a prerequisite (Academic Regulation 3.27(a)) for any future modules.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this module the student should be able to:Describe the overall topographical, comparative and functional anatomy of the thorax in the domestic veterinary species. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the subdivisions, organs, blood supply, innervation and lymph drainage within the thoracic cavity. Describe the physiological features of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems;Describe the topographical relationships of all organs and structures comprising this region of the body. Relate the above to the basic radiographic anatomy, histology and live anatomy of the region through an ability to accurately describe and identify all organs and structures and define their functional relationships. Demonstrate basic competency in applying knowledge and skills to clinical scenarios and veterinary clinical case material.Work both individually and as part of a team to research, retrieve, critically analyse, and apply anatomical, physiological and pharmacological information.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

20
Autonomous Student Learning

46
Tutorial

21
Practical

29
Total

116

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Active Task Based Learning, Peer and Group Work, Dissection Practicals, Tutorials

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

A strong foundation in the biological sciences is recommended


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Co-requisite:
VET30330 - Cells, Tissues, Organs & Dev

Additional Information:
Students require this module or must demonstrate equivalent prior learning.


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): Short Questions End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Other No
50
 No
Exam (In-person): Practical Examination MCQ Week 14 Other No
20
 No
Exam (Online): Mid Trimester MCQ Week 8 Other No
20
 No
Quizzes/Short Exercises: CAL-based projects.
Open Book.
Timing Varies over the semester.		 Week 8 Other No
10
 No

Carry forward of passed components
No
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

An individual feedback session is organised for all students within two weeks of assessments.

Name Role
Dr Sandra Aungier Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Prof. Emeritus Alan Baird Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor Deirdre Campion Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor Lisa Katz Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Mr David Kilroy Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor Barbara Kirby Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Arun Kumar Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Margot Labberté Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Hester McAllister Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Fiona McCartney Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Sinead Ryan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Cliona Skelly Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Mr Michail Vagias Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Bridget Hogg Tutor
Mr Maurice Kinsella Tutor
Ms Catherine McCarney Tutor
Mr Daniel O'Sullivan Tutor
Ms Michelle Purcell Tutor
Mr John Wyatt Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 14:00 - 15:50
Autumn Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Thurs 13:00 - 16:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 11 Thurs 14:00 - 15:50
Autumn Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 5, 9 Tues 11:00 - 12:50
Autumn External & School Exams Offering 1 Week(s) - 11 Wed 14:00 - 15:50
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