This course integrates the biochemistry of the healthy animal with a study of some abnormalities in metabolic pathways. The emphasis is on understanding the physiological and biochemical mechanisms within cells, tissues and organs, as a basis for later courses on diseases.

The course will include a review of cell physiology followed by a detailed study of the structure and function of the mammalian nervous system and organs associated with special senses. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

An introduction to comparative, topographical anatomy, primarily of 4 domestic mammals: cat, dog, horse and cow. Full dissections of these species are related to the living animal and to imaging, to form the basis for future studies in clinical morphology. Students are first introduced to the major anatomical systems and then to the regions in detail: thorax, abdomen, pelvis and perineum, limbs, and head and neck. Active learning, problem solving, communication skills and the integration of material across concurrent courses are fostered. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

This course presents the basic concepts of health and disease in populations; it introduces problem-solving, and provides basic epidemiologic and population genetics methodology. Department of Population Medicine and Department of Animal and Poultry Science.

A course describing the physiological properties, cellular and chemical constituents of blood; blood coagulation and haemostasis. Cardiovascular hemodynamics, cardiac regulation, blood pressure, the peripheral circulation, the lymph circulation; and regional circulation will be reviewed. Non-reproductive endocrine systems will be discussed including the hypothalamic-pituitary relationships, growth, water and electrolyte balance, metabolism, stress adaptations, glucose and calcium levels. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

A lecture and laboratory course emphasizing the microscopic organization of the organs of domestic animals in various physiological states. Correlations between morphology and function of the various cells and tissues comprising the organ systems will be discussed. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

This course deals with the traditional concepts of professionalism and the development of a contemporary professional. Moral issues and codes of ethics will be discussed from a veterinary perspective.

This course presents the principles of drug entry to, movement in, and removal from the body. The mechanisms of action of drugs modifying the nervous and cardiovascular systems are discussed, and their effect on disease processes are emphasized. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

This course presents a comparative study of the normal reproductive biology of domestic animals. The fundamentals of mammalian reproductive histology and physiology, particularly as they change in the course of normal sexual cycles and in pregnancy will be discussed. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

The general properties, classification, cultivation and replication of the pathogenic animal viruses, rickettsias and chlamydias of veterinary importance will be described. Attention will be given to general aspects of pathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis and control of viral diseases, and to the systematic study of the viruses, rickettsias, and chlamydias which cause disease in animals. Department of Pathobiology.

A continuation of VETM*3060. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

A lecture course dealing with normal behaviour, abnormal behaviour, animal welfare and bionics of various species of domestic and zoo animals. The information is presented from an applied clinical perspective. Department of Population Medicine.

A course dealing with the functions and controls of the digestive tract, respiration, the kidney and acid-base balance. The homeostatic features and species variation of these systems are emphasized. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

The course deals with the genetic basis of disease and birth defects in general and the salient features and inheritance patterns of the common birth defects, metabolic errors and reproductive problems in domestic animals. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

Principles of disease processes are taught including degeneration, vascular disturbances, inflammation, necrosis, healing and neoplasia. Examinations are made of fresh and fixed tissues and of tissue slides representing these disease processes. The structural and functional consequences of these processes are discussed with particular emphasis on the kidney as a model system. Department of Pathobiology.

The principles of surgery in various animal species are given.The lecture topics include: clean and aseptic surgery in farm and clinic environments; patient and surgeon preparation; tissue handling instrumentation and suturing. The economics of surgery in commercial animals are stressed. Department of Clinical Studies.

This course is a continuation of VETM*3270. It will present the mechanisms of action of anti-inflammatory, anti-infective and anti-neoplastic drugs. In addition, drugs acting on the respiratory, digestive and genito-urinary systems will be described, as will agents used to treat diseases of the eyes, skin and mammary glands. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

The bacterial and fungal pathogens of animals will be considered relative to their incidence, activities and effects on different animal species as well as their control by chemotherapeutic and biological means. Department of Pathobiology.

Properties of the immune response will be discussed in relation to the structural and functional aspects of the immune system. Resistance to infectious agents and the principles of immunoprophylaxis will be outlined. Immunopathology, including hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency and immunoproliferative disorders will be discussed. Department of Pathobiology.

This course describes the important parasitic diseases of domestic and companion animals including birds, caused by arthropods, protozoa and helminths and covers the development, transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of the various agents. Department of Pathobiology.

The methods used in descriptive and analytic epidemiological studies, including the design, analysis and interpretation of results for observational studies and field trials, are presented. Veterinary economic and information handling techniques are discussed, as well as clinical epidemiology and diagnostic test evaluation. Applications of the latter techniques to assist decision-making regarding individual and animal health programs are provided. Department of Population Medicine.

A course in fluid therapy and anaesthesia. Lectures will include the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of fluid and acid-base imbalance; the prevention and treatment of surgical shock; and the general principles and practical applications of general and local anaesthesia in large and small animals. Department of Clinical Studies.

The objective of this course is to introduce students to avian medicine. Students will learn avian anatomy and physiology, the pathogenesis of common avian diseases, how to approach medical problems in birds in a logical fashion, and the use of a variety of diagnostic techniques to investigate these problems. In this course the role of the veterinarian is discussed with respect to individual bird medicine (pet aviary and wild birds), and production and health management of large flocks (poultry). Department of Pathobiology

This course is designed to provide an understanding of diseases of the hemopoietic, endocrine, and enteric systems plus interpretive clinical biochemistry and cytopathology. Diseases of developmental, inflammatory, hyperplastic and neoplastic nature are described. The laboratories are designed to provide structural/functional correlations with the lectures and, in addition, to provide instruction in the interpretation of gross and microscopic pathology of tissues from necropsy. Department of Pathobiology.

This is a basic course in clinical medicine. It is designed to integrate knowledge of normal anatomy and body function with clinical signs resulting from pathologic states. Students will learn a logical problem-based approach to the diagnosis and understanding of common clinical problems. Department of Clinical Studies.

A laboratory course in which students acquire the skills of handling, restraining and examining certain species of domestic animals. The methods of detailed physical examination of the normal animal are presented. Department of Clinical Studies.

This course provides instruction in the application of principles of reproductive biology to the diagnosis and treatment of reproductive abnormalities in domestic animals. Department of Population Medicine.

The processes used in converting food animals or their products into foods for human consumption are described. The role of the veterinarian in ensuring the quality of animal products, the antemortem and postmortem inspection of food animals, and the processing, preservation and quality control of foods of animal origin are discussed. The common diseases transmitted by foods of animal origin are described. Department of Population Medicine.

The course is designed to provide an understanding of diseases of the musculoskeletal, nervous, reproductive, respiratory and integumentary systems. Diseases of a developmental, degenerative, inflammatory, hyperplastic and neoplastic nature are discussed.The laboratories are designed to provide structural/functional correlations with the lectures and, in addition, to provide instruction in the interpretation of gross and microscopic pathology of tissues. Department of Pathobiology.

This is a clinical laboratory course in which the students perform a series of operations under supervision. The operations are designed to cover the major systems of the animal body. Department of Clinical Studies.

The major diseases of fish, reptiles, rodents and other laboratory animals, fur bearing animals, marine mammals and wildlife will be studied. The differences in the physiology, anatomy and behaviour of each group will be discussed and rational approaches to handling, disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment will be discussed. Department of Pathobiology.

This course deals with the affairs of the professional which are important in the day to day activities of a veterinarian. Discussion will range from the meaning of "a profession" to laws governing the self-regulating professions and the voluntary veterinary associations.

The control of health in swine herds and the analysis of swine herd problems are presented. The major factors affecting the health and productivity of swine herds will be presented, including principal infectious diseases, environmental influences and feeding and management considerations. Department of Population Medicine.

The principles of health management for dairy and beef cattle, sheep and dairy goat production systems are presented. Emphasis is placed on describing the development, implementation and evaluation of programs to maintain health and optimize production under humane circumstances. Department of Population Medicine.

A study of the various factors relevant to the maintenance of health in the horse, dog and cat.The collection and analysis of data will be emphasized, particularly in regard to the development of scientifically and economically sound recommendations for various management practises. Department of Population Medicine.

This is a continuation of the course Surgical Exercises I. Department of Clinical Studies.

A lecture course dealing with various substances which are toxic to animals. The lecture series will deal with the pharmacological, pathological and clinical aspects of diseases produced by these substances. Department of Biomedical Sciences.

This course outlines the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic methods and medical and surgical treatment of the major diseases affecting the ruminant species. Case discussions following a problem oriented approach will be utilized throughout the course. Department of Clinical Studies.

A study of the common diseases of dogs and cats. The approach will be by body systems covering clinical signs, diagnostic procedures, medical and/or surgical treatments. Department of Clinical Studies.

A study of the common diseases of dogs and cats. The approach will be by body systems covering clinical signs, diagnostic procedure and/or surgical treatments. A continuation of Medicine and Surgery I. Department of Clinical Studies.

The diseases of the horse, their recognition, evaluation, correction or management, including surgical treatment, will be described. Department of Clinical Studies.

The principles and techniques of small animal veterinary medicine will be taught utilizing the problem-oriented approach. Student management of animals presented to the small animal clinic will include aspects of diagnosis and case management in small animal medicine, surgery, radiology, anaesthesiology, preventative and outpatient medicine, and intensive care and emergency medicine. This is a two semester course. When you select it you will be assigned to VETM*4831 in the Fall semester and VETM*4832 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to VETM*4831 until VETM*4832 has been completed. Department of Clinical Studies.

This course emphasizes the recognition, diagnosis and therapeutic management of diseases of the individual large domestic animals. Clinical problem-solving is taught through case assignments and group discussion. This is a two semester course. When you select it you will be assigned to VETM*4841 in the Fall semester and VETM*4842 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to VETM*4841 until VETM*4842 has been completed. Department of Clinical Studies.

This course is comprised of rotations in the food and animal clinics, as well as pathology, public health, theriogenology, and ethology. The study and implementation of management programs which affect the health of animals and ultimately humans will be emphasized. This is a two semester course. When you select it you will be assigned to VETM*4851 in the Fall semester and VETM*4852 in the Winter semester. A grade will not be assigned to VETM*4851 until VETM*4852 has been completed. Department of Population Medicine.

A course in which students perfect the skills of physical examination and history taking. An approach to diagnosis of disease using the problem-oriented medical record is taught. Department of Clinical Studies.

A course in which students develop skills of physical examination with emphasis on the specialty areas of reproduction, ophthalmology, neurology and the musculoskeletal system. An approach to diagnosis of disease using the problem oriented medical records is reinforced.Department of Clinical Studies.

Veterinary students will gain experience in approved veterinary practices. The externship is a required component of the senior veterinary year. It will be coordinated by the Department of Clinical Stuies. (An outstanding/pass/fail grading system is used.)