A general introduction to the anatomy of the common domestic species with emphasis on areas of particular functional and clinical significance or biological importance.
The function of the physiological systems of mammals is studied with emphasis upon domestic animals and veterinary medical aspects. After an introductory consideration of certain aspects of general physiology and hematology, the physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and endocrine systems is studied. In the laboratory the principles of physiology are demonstrated through laboratory experiments and observations upon the normal animal. An understanding of contemporary physiological measurement techniques is stressed as a background for potential clinical application.
An introduction to the general principles of toxicology. Salient topics include: dose-response relationships, toxicokinetics, target toxicity, mechanisms of toxic action, general principles of toxicity testing, and mechanisms of action of antidotes.
A general review of the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy of the domestic animals with emphasis on those structures, such as the digestive and reproductive systems, that are of particular importance to students of Animal Science.
A continuation of Physiology I in which the digestive systems of monogastrics and ruminants are studied. Laboratory experiments are designed to illustrate the principles covered in the lecture material.
VBMS 323.3
Registration Info — 2004-2005 Regular Session»Basic Principles of Pharmacology Q1(3L),Q2(4L),Q3(3L) Prerequisite(s): Registration in the D.V.M. program or permission of the instructor.
General pharmacological principles are reviewed. The pharmacology of important drugs is discussed with emphasis on mechanism of action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, uses, and toxicity. Chemotherapeutic drugs are considered from the viewpoint of: action on the parasitic organism, spectrum of activity, development of resistance, and toxicity in the host.
To provide undergraduate students with an understanding of mammalian and avian physiology, with major emphasis on domestic farm animals. Topics include hematology, respiration, the cardiovascular system, renal physiology and monogastric digestion.