Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- Gatton
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- Gatton
- Coordinating unit
- Veterinary Science School
Veterinary Technologists play an increasingly important role in patient care and the organisation of veterinary practices, or animal enterprises. This course will equip Veterinary Technology students with the essential knowledge and skills required for successful professional participation in the operations of a veterinary practice, hospital, or animal focused-organisation.
The course will build on prior learning in animal handling, providing students with knowledge in the operation of animal-focused enterprises through direct participation in Animal Husbandry Extra Mural placements (AHEMS).
Enrolment in VETS2009 is restricted. Students MUST have received a passing grade for the pre-requisite course ANIM1120 and completed 20 days toward the AHEMS milestone to be permitted to enrol in this course. Student enquiries relating to eligibility for enrolment can be directed to the SVS Admin Team (vetenquiries@uq.edu.au) for assistance.
VETS2009 is designed to equip veterinary technology students for leadership roles in management of a modern veterinary practice. After successfully completing the course, a student will have gained skills in resource and financial management, veterinary reception management, practice marketing, human resources and healthy workplaces, animal behaviour and microchipping. Students will gain knowledge of relevant legislation related to Animal Care and Protection, Radiation Safety, safe use and storage of veterinary drugs. ﾠﾠﾠ
VETS2009 will provide fundamental training in Work Integrated Learning in Veterinary Technology and Veterinary Nursing, by upskilling students in animal husbandry within working animal enterprises (veterinary clinics, animal production systems, research animal houses etc). The course will provide important foundations in how veterinary practices work from the perspective of a Veterinary Technologist and will provide further insight into animal welfare, animal ethics, and communicationﾠwithin a busy veterinary practice. The students will complete 5 weeks of Animal Husbandry Extra-Mural Studies (AHEMs):
4 weeks of AHEMs must be completed as a program hurdle between completion of ANIM1120 and the commencement of the semester in which you enrol in VETS2009. ﾠ
1 week of AHEMs will be conducted within the scheduled course time.
Details of the academic program requirements for the AHEMs will be provided to you while you are enrolled in the prerequisite course ANIM1120. ﾠ
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
ANIM1120
Recommended prerequisites
We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:
VETS1018, ANIM1014, ANIM2020 or ANIM1120
Restrictions
BVetTech students only.
Successful completion of ANIM1120.
Completion of 20 days toward the AHEMS milestone requirement.
Course contact
Guest lecturer
Professor Malcolm Jones
Course staff
Lecturer
Guest lecturer
Mr Jamie Knox
Field coordinator
Mr Rod Verrall
Other
Dr Steven Kopp
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Please be aware that due to unforeseen circumstances it may be necessary to make changes to the timetable throughout the semester and so it is important to check VETS2009 Blackboard site regularly. Students will be notified of changes to the timetable via Blackboard Announcements.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to provide fundamentals of veterinary clinical practice operations, relevant legislations and financial aspects of management of clinical practice. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate a clear understanding of management, communication and client care within veterinary enterprises. Students will further be able to demonstrate skills in animal husbandry within the context of animal enterprises.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Principles of Clinical Practice
- Demonstrate knowledge and competency in management of a veterinary practice, including client care, employee safety and welfare, financial management and management of animals under your care.
- Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers in a veterinary enterprise.
- Be able to explain the codes and regulations governing effective operation of a veterinary practice, including those related to animal care and protection, codes of practice, radiation safety and relevant drug legislations
LO2.
Animal Husbandry Extra-mural Studies (AHEMS)
- Prepare for clinical practice through engagement in industry related practical experiences, demonstrating practical capabilities in animal husbandry and handling, developing insight into the business management associated with animal enterprises.
- Demonstrate a professional approach to working with and communicating with different placement providers workers, managers and clients in animal enterprises, in operating as a multidisciplinary team, succinct to health and safety requirements and local risk factors
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reflection |
Reflections on AHEMS- A. Learning Plan
|
10% |
16/08/2024 2:00 pm |
| Placement |
In Course Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Placement
|
Pass/Fail |
30/09/2024 5:00 pm |
| Presentation |
Reflections on AHEMS- B. Reflection on Learning
|
15% |
11/10/2024 2:00 pm |
| Examination |
End of Semester Examination
|
60% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Participation/ Student contribution |
Assessment Sequence: Applied Ethics and Reception Case Studies Team-Based Learning (TBL) tasks
|
15% |
Applied Ethics TBL Task 5/09/2024 5:00 pm Reception Case Studies TBL Task 12/09/2024 5:00 pm |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Reflections on AHEMS- A. Learning Plan
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
16/08/2024 2:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Student specific.
Task description
Reflective Task A- Learning Plan (10% of assessment) will consist of a written reflection prepared by students individually. This reflective task will prepare students for the 5-day In Course Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Placement Assessment Task. Details of this assessment task are published in the Course Blackboard site.
If a student achieves less than 5% for this Reflective Task, they will be required to discuss their performance with the course coordinator or delegate and will be required to resubmit the task before commencement of the AHEMs placement. The maximum mark possible for such resubmission will be 5% of total assessment.
Hurdle requirements
Details of the requirements are provided in the Task Description. You must pass this item to pass the course.Submission guidelines
The Task will be submitted through Turnitin on the Course Learn site
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students unable to complete this task by the due date must apply for an extension and provide a valid reason as to why they cannot submit by the due date. Students who do not submit by the due date and who do not apply for an extension will not be allowed remedial action (outlined in the Task Description above).
In Course Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Placement
- Hurdle
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
30/09/2024 5:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Student specific, Work integrated learning.
Task description
Performance Assessment.
This within-course Animal Husbandry Extra-Mural (AHEMS) placement is designed to equip students for clinical placement in 3rd year of the Veterinary Technology Program. The placement is the ultimate opportunity for students in their pre-clinic phase to demonstrate skills in animal husbandry, communication, professional attitudes and behaviours within veterinary contexts. For this assessment task, you will be required to attend 5 days of professional placement in a veterinary enterprise during semester.
This assessment task is built on prior learning and assessment, as follows:
- Completion of animal handling and professional training in pre-requisite courses for VETS2009, as outlined in the Course Information page of the Electronic Course Profile.
- Successful completion of 20 days of preliminary AHEMs, as required under program rules of the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology. Thus, the total number of days that must be completed to pass VETS2009 will be 25 days, including the in course AHEMS.
- Successful completion of Reflective Task A of the Assessment Sequence: Reflections on AHEMS, as outlined in the VETS2009 Course Instance.
Credit applications for prior experience will not be considered for this work-integrated learning task.
Student performance will be assessed via an assessment rubric, completed by providers of placement, in consultation with the Course coordinator or their delegate. To pass this task, students must be graded as 'Satisfactory' in each of five domains of activity on this placement.
Details of the rubric and other information can be found in the file entitled 'VETS2009 Industry Placement Handbook - Students 2024', posted to the VETS2009 Blackboard site.
Hurdle requirements
This pass/fail assessment task is a hurdle and must be passed in order to pass VETS2009.Submission guidelines
Professional Preceptors will provide assessment of student performance.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Successful completion of this placement is a key component of VETS2009.
Reflections on AHEMS- B. Reflection on Learning
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
11/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Student specific, Time limited.
Task description
Reflective Task Part B- Reflection of Learning (15% of assessment) will consist of an audio-visual reflection prepared by students individually on their experiences and learning arising directly from the 5-day In-Course Animal Husbandry Extra Mural Placement Assessment Task undertaken as part of VETS2009. In a short recorded presentation of approximately 7 minutes duration, students will reflect specifically on the Learning Outcomes of the In-Course Placement task, noting how their learning and skills have developed as a result of the placement and specifically how they will advance these in later learning opportunities. Further information on this assessment task, including assessment criteria and rubric, can be found in the Course Document entitled 'VETS2009 Industry Placement Handbook - Students 2024', published in the Course Blackboard site.
If a student achieves less than 7.5% for this Reflective Task, they will be required to discuss their performance with the course coordinator or delegate and will be required to resubmit the task before commencement of the AHEMs placement. The maximum mark possible for such resubmission will be 7.5% of total assessment.
Hurdle requirements
Details of the requirements are provided in the Task Description. You must pass this item to pass the course.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students unable to complete this task by the due date must apply for an extension and provide a valid reason as to why they cannot submit by the due date. Students who do not submit by the due date and who do not apply for an extension will not be allowed remedial action (outlined in the Task Description above).
End of Semester Examination
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
Task description
The assessment task will examine all lecture and tutorial content. The task will be an on-campus invigilated examination hosted on Inspera in the central examination period. Students are required to use their own devices (laptops) for this exam. The exam will incorporate a range of questions available in the Inspera examination platform.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Assessment Sequence: Applied Ethics and Reception Case Studies Team-Based Learning (TBL) tasks
- Team or group-based
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Participation/ Student contribution
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
Applied Ethics TBL Task 5/09/2024 5:00 pm
Reception Case Studies TBL Task 12/09/2024 5:00 pm
Task description
Team-based learning activities will be conducted during the Applied Ethics and Reception Case Studies tutorials. Further information and rubric for the tasks are available on the Course Blackboard site
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and/or fail in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and/or fail in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and/or fail in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and pass in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and pass in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 85 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and pass in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Summative assessment within the range specified and pass in AHEMS Practicum Assessment and Reflection Tasks. |
Additional course grading information
To pass VETS2009, students must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% (i.e. for the combined assessment tasks) and receive passes in AHEMS Work-based Assessment and Reflection Tasks.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Should you fail a course with a grade of 3, you may be eligible for supplementary assessment. Refer to my.UQ for information on supplementary assessment and how to apply.
Supplementary assessment provides an additional opportunity to demonstrate you have achieved all the required learning outcomes for a course.
If you apply and are granted supplementary assessment, the type of supplementary assessment set will consider which learning outcome(s) have not been met.
Supplementary assessment can take any form (such as a written report, oral presentation, examination or other appropriate assessment) and may test specific learning outcomes tailored to the individual student, or all learning outcomes.
To receive a passing grade of 3S4, you must obtain a mark of 50% or more on the supplementary assessment.
Additional assessment information
Hurdle Assessment Tasks: ﾠA Hurdle assessment is one that must be passed in order to receive a passing grade for the course. In order to pass VETS2009, a student must achieve at least 50% overall, and must pass the Practical Assessment Task and the Reflection Tasks. The final grade a student receives will be based on the summative assessment, as described in Section 5.2 Course Grading. A student who achieves at least 50% of summative assessment, but fails either the Reflective Tasks Assessment Sequence, or the Practical Placement Assessment, will receive a grade of 3. ﾠ
EXAMS - For INSPERA exams, the summary page shows a ‘SUBMIT NOW’ button that students must click to submit their answers. After submission, students will receive a confirmation on the dashboard that they have submitted and can no longer edit responses. For all End of Semester exams with durations of 60, 90, 120 or 180 minutes you will receive an additional 10 minutes of planning time to read the examination questions and plan your responses, but you may commence working if you wish. It’s essential that you check before the exam that your laptop meets the device requirements for Inspera assessments. If you do not own a suitable laptop, you can borrow one from the Library. Get familiar with Inspera provides the most up to date information for students about using Inspera. Power outlets will not be available during exams.ﾠ
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Ensuring work-life balance and seeking help at an early stage are key attributes for successful study at university. UQ Student Servicesﾠand the Student Union (UQU) provide many resources for students studying at UQ. Student Services provide a range of mindfulness programs and counselling services to help improve confidence and overall wellbeing. UQU also provide a range of student support, welfare and wellbeing resources.
If immediate help is needed, please call the 24/7ﾠUQ Counselling and Crisis Line 1300 851 998
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 8 |
Lecture |
Principles of Clinical Practice Lectures A series of lectures that will guide students to develop knowledge and competency in management of veterinary practices. The Lectures will include: Week 1: Animal Care and Protection Act, The Code of Practice Week 2: Methods of Practice, Self and Animal Advocacy Week 3: Veterinary Practice Organization, Operations and Management, and Internal Communications Week 4: Veterinary practice finances, Applied Ethical Practice, One Welfare, Communication in Veterinary Contexts Week 5: Workplace health and Safety, Introduction to Drug Legislation, Managing a Vet Pharmacy, Drug Terminology and Abbreviations, Animal Behaviour Week 6: HR Management and Healthy workplaces, Client Care and Customer Service, Practice Marketing, Animal Behaviour Week 7: Third party finance, pet insurance, Veterinary reception fundamentals, microchipping Week 8: Communication and Conflict resolution |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 12 |
Tutorial |
Tutorials in Clinical Practice Week 2: Panel Discussions on Clinical Placements Week 7: Applied Ethics Tutorial Week 8: Reception Case Studies Week 11: Career Paths for Veterinary Technologists Week 12: Registration as a Vet Tech or Vet Nurse |
Multiple weeks From Week 6 To Week 10 |
Practical |
Animal Husbandry Extra-Mural Placement This 5-day placement must be completed before the end of week 10, with preference for activity during the mid-semester break. Students will attend 5-days of AHEMs placement. This activity will be assessed through two reflections and by the provider of the placement. |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course: