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At the end of this module students will be able to:
UCD-MVB programme outcomes as well as the accreditation requirements of VCI, AVMA and EAEVE addressed by each outcome are indicated by the codes provided in brackets*.
• Use appropriate terminology when describing infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals (UCD-MVB-29, VCI-K-1 and 4, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.1, 5, AVMA2)
• Explain the epidemiological significance, control and prevention of infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals (UCD-MVB-23 and 32, VCI-K-1 and 4, VCI-GC-2 and 6, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.1, 5, and 8, AVMA1, 2 and 3)
• Describe, classify, define and explain the fundamentals of disease mechanisms, pathogenesis and host/pathogen interactions and how these result in the development of particular pathological changes/clinical signs in animals (UCD-MVB-27 and 29, VCI-K-1 and 4, VCI-GC-2, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.5, AVMA1 and 2)
• Identify, classify and explain the significance of common and important viral and parasitic pathogens of animals (UCD-MVB-29, VCI-K-4, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.5, AVMA1 and 2)
• Recognise and classify pathogens of major public health and epizootic significance (UCD-MVB-29 and 32, VCI-GC-19, VCI-K-4, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.9, EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.8, AVMA4)
At the end of this module students will have developed the skillsets to:
• recognise, describe and interpret grossly and microscopically visible lesions (UCD-MVB-21 and 30, VCI-GC-16, EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.16, AVMA3)
• select the appropriate samples for examination in order to reach a diagnosis (UCD-MVB-30, VCI-GC-16, EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.6 and 16, AVMA3 and 9)
• perform and interpret a range of laboratory diagnostic tests (UCD-MVB-30, EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.6, AVMA3 and 9).
• critically evaluate new scientific information relevant to veterinary disease as well as to problem-solve and apply pathophysiological reasoning (UCD-MVB-5 and 8, EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.2 and 3, AVMA17)
*UCD MVB programme and accreditation body requirement codes
UCD MVB requirements
UCD-MVB-1 Communicator Exhibit veterinary professionalism in a range of contexts through effective, compassionate and courteous communication with clients, professional colleagues, and responsible authorities
UCD-MVB-2 Collaborator Work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide optimal veterinary care
UCD-MVB-5 Evidence-based practitioner Review and critically analyse the literature relevant to veterinary medicine to improve clinical practice and decision making in an evidence based approach
UCD-MVB-8 Problem solving Demonstrate comprehensive problem solving skills in a range of veterinary contexts
UCD-MVB-21 Post-mortem examination Perform and document a basic gross post-mortem examination.
UCD-MVB-23 Biosecurity Apply the principles of disease prevention. Minimise the risks of contamination, cross infection and accumulation of pathogens in veterinary premises and in the field.
UCD-MVB-27 Biological principles Demonstrate an understanding of the central biological principles and mechanisms that underlie animal health and disease from the molecular and cellular level.
UCD-MVB-29 Pathobiology/aetiopathogenesis Recognise and demonstrate a clear understanding of the causes and mechanisms/pathophysiology of important endemic, epizootic and zoonotic diseases.
UCD-MVB-30 Diagnosis Demonstrate an understanding of and apply the principles of nutrition, therapeutic intervention, surgery, medicine, anaesthesia, diagnostic methods and interpretation (including diagnostic imaging clinical pathology and postmortem examination).
UCD-MVB-32 Prevention & Management & Welfare Demonstrate an understanding of and apply the principles of welfare, ethics, epidemiology, zoonoses, food safety, the relationship between animals and the environment and the role of the profession in public health and professional healthcare teams.
Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI) requirements
VCI-PC-2 Show honesty and integrity in interactions with colleagues
VCI-PC-9 Exhibit tolerance for conflicting ideas
VCI-GC-2 Formulate a differential diagnosis and narrow it to a diagnosis
VCI-GC-6 Understand the principles of vaccination and use vaccines effectively as a tool for disease control
VCI-GC-16 Perform a basic gross post-mortem examination, record details, sample tissues, store and transport them
VCI-GC-19 Advise on and implement appropriate herd-health programmes having regard to animal health, animal welfare and public health standards
VCI-K-1 Adequate knowledge of the sciences on which the activities of the veterinary surgeons are based
VCI-K-4 Adequate knowledge of the causes, nature, course, effects, diagnosis and treatment of the diseases of animals, whether considered individually or in groups, including a special knowledge of the diseases which may be transmitted to humans
European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE) requirements
EAEVE-GPSA-2.1.3 Work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.1. The science on which the activities of veterinary surgeons are based
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.2. Research methods and the contribution of basic and applied research
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.3. How to evaluate evidence
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.5. The aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment of the common diseases and disorders that occur in the common domestic species in the EU
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.8. The principles of disease prevention and the promotion of health and welfare
EAEVE-GPSA-2.2.9. Veterinary public health including zoonoses.
EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.6. Collect, preserve and transport samples, perform standard laboratory tests, and interpret the results of those generated in-house, as well as those generated by other laboratories
EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.8. Follow correct procedures after diagnosing notifiable, reportable and zoonotic diseases
EAEVE-GPSA-2.3.16. Perform a basic gross post mortem examination, record details, sample tissues, store and transport them
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) requirements
AVMA1 An understanding of the central biological principles and mechanisms that underlie animal disease from the molecular and cellular level to organismal and population manifestations.
AVMA2 Scientific, discipline-based instruction in an orderly and concise manner so that students gain an understanding of pathophysiology, mechanisms of health/disease, and the natural history and manifestations of important animal diseases, both domestic and foreign.
AVMA3 Instruction in both the theory and practice of medicine and surgery applicable to a broad range of species. The instruction must include principles and hands-on experiences in laboratory diagnostic methods and interpretation (including diagnostic pathology, and necropsy), disease prevention, biosecurity involving clinical diseases of individual animals and populations. Instruction should emphasize problem solving that results in making and applying medical judgments.
AVMA4 Instruction in the principles of epidemiology, zoonoses, the interrelationship of animals and the environment, and the contribution of the veterinarian to the overall public and professional healthcare teams.
AVMA9 Comprehensive patient diagnosis (problem solving skills), appropriate use of clinical laboratory testing
AVMA15 Health promotion, disease prevention/biosecurity, zoonosis, and food safety
AVMA17 Critical analysis of new information and research findings relevant to veterinary medicine.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 56 |
Laboratories | 8 |
Specified Learning Activities | 12 |
Total | 76 |
Learning requirements (MVB 5 Year students)
VET10040 Practical Animal Husbandry
VET10080 Cell and Whole Body Metabolism
VET10100 Intro to Prac Apps of Vet Anat
VET10110 Vet Cardio & Resp Funct
VET10140 Phys/ Bio of Dig of Dom Ani
VET10170 Intro to vet epidemiology
VET20030 Head & Nervous System
VET20040 Biological Fluids
VET20050 Genetics & Animal Breeding
VET20070 Vet Food Animal Systems
VET20080 Integ Physiol Comm
VET20100 Communication in Vet Practice
VET20170 Introduction to Pathobiology
Learning requirements (4 Year Graduate entry students)
VET30340 Food animals, applied breeding
VET30350 Practical animal nutrition
VET30360 Neurobiology & head structure
VET30370 Locomotion & exercise
VET30390 Reproductive biology
VET30400 Digestive physiol & metabolism
VET30500 Cell metabolism and dynamics
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Examination: Students will be informed of format at commencement of module | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | Yes | Other | No | 55 |
Continuous Assessment: Students will be informed on methods used at the commencement of module | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Other | No | 45 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
Name | Role |
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Richard Blundell | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Eileen Devaney | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Delphine Le Roux | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Rachael Surname: Tarlinton Tarlinton | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |