James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020

TV1003 - Animal Structure and Function

Available to BVSc students only.

Subject Description

This subject is the first of three subjects in the BVSc programme which are designed to provide students with a solid understanding of the structure and function of animals, and the techniques that are available to study them. The focus will be on animal embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology. These basic sciences underpin 'normal' animal function. Knowledge of normal structure function is required for the understanding of diseases and disease processes and their management.

Learning Outcomes

• discuss the relationship between the organisational levels of the animal body from the cellular to the organ level
• describe the structure of proteins and discuss their basic roles in the animal body
• identify and describe the development, structure (histology and anatomy) and function (physiology) of the animal musculoskeletal and nervous systems
• acquire and model foundation level animal dissection techniques
• critically apply anatomical and physiological knowledge to the veterinary discipline

Subject Assessment

• Invigilated > End of semester exam - (50%)
• - (50%)

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Attendance at practical classes and workshops is compulsory. A pass standard in anatomy and physiology is required.

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