About this course

Purpose

To provide students with a solid foundation of knowledge that is essential in professional settings—both in interactions between people and in the relationship between humans and animals. The course also includes fundamental topics that serve as a basis for future courses.

Learning outcome

After completing the course, the student should be able to:

  • Be familiar with regulations governing animal husbandry in Norway
  • Understand professional ethics
  • Recognize the importance of, and perform, proper hygiene in a clinical setting
  • Have knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and natural environment of livestock, including birds and reptiles
  • Handle common animal species, including birds and reptiles, safely
  • Understand basic animal behavior and methods for behavior modification
  • Perform correct and effective dental care and guide clients on preventive measures
  • Microchip pets and livestock for identification
  • Interact with clients in a professional, knowledgeable, and welcoming manner, and provide appropriate guidance

The course DYR201 aims to help students acquire competencies described in the following ACOVENE Competences from the Dossier of European Competences for the Veterinary Nurse:

  • EC 1: Health and safety
  • EC 2: Developing personal performance and maintaining working relationships
  • EC 3: Carry out veterinary reception duties
  • EC 4: Manage clinical environments for procedures and investigations
  • EC 6: Provide and administer nursing care
  • EC 7: Supporting clients in caring for animals
  • EC 8: Perform laboratory diagnostic tests
  • EC 13: Dispense and administer medication

  • Learning activities

    Teaching Methods and Approach: The teaching consists of lectures, practical exercises, and self-study.

    Learning Resources Most lectures will be made available on Canvas. Some lecturers provide handouts before the lecture. In addition, students are expected to study the reference books listed in the reading list. Students are also encouraged to seek other relevant literature in the library and through appropriate databases.

  • Teaching support

    Contact and Support

    • Course coordinator can be contacted by email. Please expect some response time within normal office hours on weekdays.
    • The Study Department at VET can assist with arrangements and other needs.
    • The Library can help with finding relevant literature and answering questions about referencing.
    • The Writing Centre at NMBU offers guidance on academic writing and formatting of written home exams

  • Syllabus

    An overview of required reading, learning objectives, and reading guidelines will be published on Canvas

  • Assessment method

    • During the block, the student must give an oral presentation. The block coordinator and one additional faculty member will be present during the presentation. The assessment will be made after a discussion between the two, and the result will be communicated to the student by Canvas. The presentation will be recorded, and the student must submit a self-evaluation after reviewing the recording. This is an important learning component of the oral presentation.
    • If the presentation is not conducted or not passed, the student will not receive credits for the course until all course requirements have been approved.
    • At the end of the block, the student must submit a written exam assignment in WISEflow.The assignment should be 2,000 words ±10%. Please refer to the specific guidelines for writing assignments. The submission deadline is 15:00 on the last day of the block. Late submissions will result in a grade of "Fail," as with a regular written exam. In case of illness, the standard examination regulations apply.

    Permitted aids: All - except AI.

    Grading scale: Pass / Fail.

  • About use of AI

    Use of AI on the written exam is prohibited. (AI1)

    Descriptions of AI-category codes.

  • Examiner scheme

    The written assignment is assessed by an external examiner.

  • Mandatory activity

    Mandatory Teaching and Course Requirements

    • All demonstrations and practical teaching are mandatory.

    Course Requirements

    • Oral Presentation:The presentation will be recorded, and the student must submit a self-evaluation after reviewing the recording. The oral presentation must be passed during the block.
    • Written Assignment:The final written assignment will only be assessed if the oral presentation has been passed.

    All course requirements must be completed and approved in order to pass the course. If course requirements are not completed and no valid documentation is provided, they must be retaken the next time the course is offered.

  • Teaching hours

    Scheduled teaching times are published in TimeEdit. Free periods in the timetable should be used for self-study. Please note that changes to the timetable may occur.

  • Preferential right

    B-DYR.

  • Admission requirements

    Admitted to the bachelor's degree i Veterinary Nursing.