Graduate Degree Courses of Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences Courses For Graduate at Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
BMVS 4014 (VMS 4014) - Animal Domestication and Genetic Resources
Considers the process, history, sociology and geography of animal domestication. Includes behavioral, physiologic and morphological changes incurred by domesticated stocks. Examines genetic variability of domestic species, considers breed groups and uniquely adapted breeds. Considers reasons for erosion of genetic variability and mechanisms to counteract such erosion. International in scope. Pre: senior status or enrollment in veterinary professional curriculum. I
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4024 (VMS 4024) - Diseases of Poultry
Biology control and prevention of poultry diseases. Taught alternate years. I
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4034 (VMS 4034) (BCHM 4034) - Environmental Health Toxicology
Health effects associated with the exposure to chemicals, identifying and managing problems of chemical exposure in the work places and the environment, fundamental principles of biopharmaceutics and toxicokinetics, and risk assessment. Emphasis on conceptual understanding of chemical entry into the body, biotransformation, or degradation multiple chemical sensitivity, and chemically induced diseases. Identification of nutrient interactions with environmentally induced disorders and to understand the mechanisms of such interactions and their influence on human health and welfare.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4054 (VMS 4054) - Laboratory Animal Management
This course involves a study of the principles of laboratory animal science, providing the student with a basic understanding of the laws and regulations governing the care and use of animals, husbandry and surgery of a variety of lab animal species, and variables which can adversely affect animal research. Through formal lectures, discussions, and laboratory sessions, the course is designed to complement graduate studies in biological, biomedical, and life sciences which involve the use of animals in research.
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 4064 (VMS 4064) - Introduction to Medical Physiology
An introductory course to the principles of medical physiology, designed primarily for — but not limited to — undergraduate and graduate students majoring in biomedical engineering, and other related engineering and physical sciences majors with little or no formal background in biological sciences. The focus is on basic principles and concepts of physiology with a special emphasis on the interactions of human systems biology in their entirety rather than individual genes and pathways. Not intended for students expecting to major in biology or planning to enter health professional fields. Pre: Junior standing or permission of the instructor.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4074 (VMS 4074) - Pharmacology
A basic course in the science of pharmacology, intended to provide an understanding of the mechanisms of action and physiological systemic effects of major classes of drugs of biological, agricultural, social, and medical importance. Must have prerequisites or equivalent.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4084 (VMS 4084) - Medical Toxicology
Adverse health effects of exposure to drugs or substances of abuse. Covers principles of toxicodynamics, toxicokinetics, biotransformation, diagnosis and treatment. Emphasis will be placed on mechanism(s) of action of the various drug classes, body system(s) affected, clinical manifestations of problems and the resulting adverse effects on human health and society. Methods of treatment and client education will also be addressed. Laws controlling and governing the use of these drugs/substances and the agencies responsible for them will also be covered. Pre: third year standing in DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4104 - Topics in Pharmacology
Designed for senior undergraduates and graduate students desiring in-depth study of selected topics in pharmacology - tailored to individual students’ careers, e.g: research, government service, academia. Essay/seminar format provides opportunity to develop oral and written communication skills. Pre: Pharmacology I: 4074 (3 credits) or equivalent.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 4974 - Independent Study
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Undergraduate and Graduate
Instruction Type: Independent Study, Independent Study 1, Independent Study 2
BMVS 5005 (VMS 5005) - Emerging Infectious Diseases
Stand-alone, fully on-line, asynchronous distance and distributed learning course, accessible as streaming videos on the internet or on CDs. 5005: The course defines and discriminates amongst numerous factors influencing the emergence of infectious diseases. Selected emerging food-borne, bacterial, viral, zoonotic diseases of animals and humans are described and analyzed. 5006: The course expands the pathology of emerging infectious diseases. Additional viral, parasitic and zoonotic diseases of animals and humans are described and analyzed. Xenotransplantation is also discussed from the perspective of zoonotic diseases. Third year standing in the DVM curriculum, or good standing in a graduate studies program is required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5006 (VMS 5006) - Emerging Infectious Diseases
Stand-alone, fully on-line, asynchronous distance and distributed learning courses, accessible as streaming videos on the internet or on CDs. 5005: The course defines and discriminates amongst numerous factors influencing the emergence of infectious diseases. Selected emerging food-borne, bacterial, viral, zoonotic diseases of animals and humans are described and analyzed. 5006: The course expands the pathology of emerging infectious diseases. Additional viral, parasitic and zoonotic diseases of animals and humans are described and analyzed. Xenotransplantation is also discussed from the perspective of zoonotic diseases. Third year standing in the DVM curriculum, good standing in a graduate studies program is required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture, Online Course
BMVS 5014 (VMS 5014) - Animal Pathology Residency
Training in diagnostic pathology through weekly rotations in the necropsy and surgical biopsy service of the teaching hospital. Students will perform necropsies and histopathologic examinations of necropsies and surgical biopsies and write diagnostic reports. The course is taken in weekly intervals of necropsy and/or surgical biopsy, with a credit hour given for each 2-week inteval. Variable credit. May be repeated with a maximum of 5 hours. DVM degree required.
Credit Hours: 1 to 5
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab
BMVS 5044 (VMS 5044) - Veterinary Immunology
Study of immunological mechanisms effective in protecting animals from infectious and foreign agents. Includes the use of immunological reactions for diagnostic purposes and the role of immune mechanisms in the induction of diseases. I
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5054 (VMS 5054) - Veterinary Virology
Study of general virology, e.g. classification, physico-chemical characteristics, replication, recognition of and immune response to members of different viruses families. Study of clinical signs, pathology, histopathology, prevention and diagnosis of animal virus diseases by species of animals. II
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5084 (FST 5084) (CHEM 5084) - Macromolecular Interfaces with Life Sciences Seminar
Experience in developing and presenting a technical seminar related to oxidative processes at the macromolecule- biomolecule interface. Tours and presentations at research facilities at regional industrial sites. Idea generation for the purpose of resolving technical questions and advancing research projects. Pre: Undergraduate courses in one of the following: organic chemistry (CHEM 2565/2566), cell and molecular biology (BIOL 2104), Concepts of Biochemistry (BCHM 2024), or equivalent. Graduate standing required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5094 (FST 5094) (CHEM 5094) - Grant Writing and Ethics
A framework for writing clear, concise grant proposals in a team-oriented, multicisciplinary approach from concept development through submission to a funding agency. Potential ethical dilemmas that may arise in academic, industrial, or federal research settings will be discussed. PRE: Undergraduate courses in one of the following: organic chemistry (CHEM 2565/2566), cell and molecular biology (BIOL 2104), Concepts of Biochemistry (BCHM 2024), or equivalent. (3H, 3C) Graduate standing required. II
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5124 (VMS 5124) - Reproductive Pathology
Study of lesions of the reproductive system of domesticated animals. Relationship of these lesions to infertility and examination of the pathogenesis of the lesions and infertility. I
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5144 (VMS 5144) - Oncology Pathology
This course presents the pathology of neoplasms of all organ systems by using assigned reading, tutorials, tissue sections and discussion. Emphasis is on the clinical presentation, histologic diagnosis, and prognosis of each neoplasm. Formal lectures are not given. Independent study and twice weekly discussion sessions. DVM degree required. II
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5194 (VMS 5194) - Clinical Micropathology
This course presents practical topics in diagnostic pathology. It covers the entire spectrum of disease processes, including the background of clinical, gross anatomic physiologic information required for integration with the microscopic changes observed to arrive at a correct diagnosis. DVM degree required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5204 (VMS 5204) - Advanced Veterinary Cytology
Advanced course in veterinary cytologic interpretation. Selected cytologic specimens of normal and diseased tissues are examined microscopically, described and interpreted. Course may be taken more than once. (Maximum 4 credits). DVM degree and permission of instructor required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5214 (VMS 5214) - Pharmcology and Toxicology Testing
Procedures and methods used to approve new drugs and chemicals for marketing. Experimental design, practical considerations, legal requirements, evaluation of general and specific toxicology testing methods, risk assessment, and prospects for changes in current testing methods will be covered. I
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5244 (VMS 5244) - Veterinary Pharmacology
Principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, including interaction of drugs with receptors; their absorption, distribution and clearance; drug metabolism and drug interactions. Study of drugs by pharmacological classes, their general mechanisms of action, usefulness and side effects. Also, pharmaceutical calculations and prescription writing. I
Credit Hours: 0 to 5
Lecture Hours: 0 to 4
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5254 (VMS 5254) - Veterinary Toxicology
Study of toxic agents, mechanisms and action, toxicoses, and treatments, especially as related to domestic and wild animals. Principles of toxicity testing and clinical diagnosis. Second-year standing in the DVM curriculum is required.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5274 (VMS 5274) - Systems Pathology
This lecture only course covers the pathology and pathogenesis of specific lesions and diseases of each organ system at the gross and microscopic level. Emphasis is on diagnostic characteristics and interpretation of diseases. Pre: DVM or equivalent.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5284 (VMS 5284) - Cellular Pathology
This course presents the mechanisms involved in cellular reaction to injury, inflammation, tissue repair and regeneration, circulatory disturbances (thrombosis, embolism, infarction, hemorrhage, edema, congestion, shock) and neoplasia and other alterations of cell growth. Emphasis will be placed upon disease processes at the cellular and tissue levels.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5305 (VMS 5305) - Veterinary Oncology
These companion courses are designed to provide intensive study of the biology of neoplasms, their diagnosis, clinical presentation and treatment. 5305: Introductory/review lectures: factors in protooncogene mutation, methods of diagnosis, and cancer epidemiology. A second portion of this course discusses important neoplasms of various animal species and body systems, and classical methods of treatment. 5306: In-depth discussion of cancer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and new advances in therapy such as gene replacement/modification. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5306 (VMS 5306) - Veterinary Oncology
These companion courses are designed to provide intensive study of the biology of neoplasms, their diagnosis, clinical presenation and treatment. 5305: Introductory/review lectures: factors in protooncogene mutation, methods of diagnosis, and cancer epidemiology. A second portion of this course discusses important neoplasms of various animal species and body systems, and classical methods of treatment. 5306: In-depth discussion of cancer chemotherapy, immunotherapy and new advances in therapy such as gene replacement/modification. Pre: third-year standing in DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5314 (VMS 5314) - Membrane Physiology
General topics of membrane physiology. Emphasis on mechanisms involved in the transduction of extracellular signals into physiological changes within the cell. Specific topics include: receptor-agonist interactions, phos-phatidylinositol turnover, changes in the concentrations of intracellular free calcium and/or cyclic AMP, protein kinase C, and prostaglandins.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5324 (VMS 5324) - General Neurochemistry
Biochemical mechanisms involved in normal and abnormal nervous system function including discussions of experimental techniques, structural components, neurotransmitters, cerebral blood flow and metabloism, sensory systems, learning, mental disorders, and neuropharmacological agents.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5364 (VMS 5364) - Ultrastructure Methodology in Biological Sciences
An introduction to the methodology of transmission electron microscopy as it applies to the life sciences. The goal of the course is to provide students who expect to use ultrastructure as a research tool with the fundamental principles behind the techniques, and hands-on experience in preparing and examining them in the electron microscope. Students prepare tissues and will generate a final project in the form of a journal article. Because of the intensive nature of the laboratory portion, course enrollment is limited to 15 students, and permission of the instructor is required.
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5384 (FST 5384) (CHEM 5384) - Oxidation at the Interface of Chemistry and Biology
An advanced survey of the chemistry and biochemistry associated with oxidation reactions and the relationship to positive and detrimental outcomes in synthetic and natural macromolecules and biological systems. Topics include free radical chemistry, reactive oxygen and nitrogen species in living systems, enzyme-catalyzed oxidations, oxidation of foods and materials, oxidative stress and health effects, chemistry of antioxidants. Pre: Undergraduate courses in one of the following: organic chemistry (CHEM 2565/2566), cell & molecular biology (BIOL 2104), Concepts of Biochemistry (BCHM 2024), or equivalent. II
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5414 (VMS 5414) - Reproductive Cell Biology
Detailed study of the processes of gamete production, gamete maturation, fertilization, and early embryo pre-implantation development, by analysis of the known molecular changes which gametes and embryos undergo. Emphasis will be on oocyte maturation, sperm capacitation, and embryo development through blastocyst. Extensive use of current literature.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5434 (VMS 5434) - Veterinary Anatomy I
Study of the basic structural and functional anatomy of carnivore (dog, cat), horse, and ruminants. Gross morphology is applied to clinical diagnosis, interpretation, surgical and medical treatment. I
Credit Hours: 0 to 4
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5444 (VMS 5444) - Veterinary Anatomy II
Study of the structural and functional anatomy of carnivores (dog, cat), horses, and ruminants. Gross, developmental and radiographic morphology with applications for clinical diagnosis, interpretation, and surgical and medical treatment. II
Credit Hours: 0 to 4
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5454 (VMS 5454) - Veterinary Physiology I
Study of physiological functions in companion, food, fiber, laboratory, zoo, and wildlife animal species. Emphasizes fundamentals and the overview of cellular, organ, and regulatory integration. Topics include cells, muscles, blood, respiration, circulation, environmental and regulatory physiology. I
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5464 (VMS 5464) - Veterinary Physiology II
Study of how living animals function. The central themes include close relationship between structure and function, process of adaptation, and the concepts of homeostasis and feedback control systems. The course focuses on the function of the tissues, organs, and organ systems of multicellular organisms. II
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5474 (VMS 5474) - Veterinary Neurobiology
Normal structure and function of the mammalian nervous system. Basic neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, and neurohistology of sensory, motor, integrative, and regulatory systems will be discussed, as well as metabolic support systems. II
Credit Hours: 0 to 2
Lecture Hours: 0 to 4
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5504 (VMS 5504) - Advanced General Surgery Topics
Advanced course in general veterinary surgery. Consideration of surgical pathology affecting the gastrointestinal, respiratory, urogenital and cardiovascular systems. Emphasis is placed on surgical biology and alterations to normal homeostasis caused by surgical pathology and surgical intervention. DVM degree required. II
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5514 (VMS 5514) - Musculo-skeletal Surgical Advanced
Myology, arthrology, osteology and biomaterials will be reviewed to provide state of the art information to graduate veterinarians. Research directions and trends will be stressed. Laboratory experience with selected problems. II
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5524 (VMS 5524) - Veterinary Clinical Nutrition Consultation
The Veterinary Clinical Nutrition Consultation course provides graduate students with clinical experience in clinical nutrition of small and large animal species. Students will be assigned clinical consults in nutrition from cases presented to the small and large animal hospital and from field services (AHS and PMM) at the VMTH. The student will be responsible for documenting the consult for the medical records. The student will participate in clinical rounds in the different service areas at the VMTH on a rotational basis. Repeatable with maximum of 6 credits. DVM degree required.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5534 (VMS 5534) - Topics in Advanced Small Animal Gastroenterology
In-depth study of small animal gastrointestinal medicine. The student will be exposed to both common and uncommon disorders of the gastrointestinal system. Gastrointestinal controversies will be explored. DVM degree required. I
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5544 (VMS 5544) - Molecular Aspects of Nutrition and Disease
The role of specific nutrients in human and animal health at a physiologic and molecular level. Emphasis is placed on the influence of nutrients on gene expression especially with regard to pathophysiology of diseases. Physiological and molecular aspects of nutrition and immune function will also be discussed. I
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5554 (VMS 5554) - Advanced Surgery of the Special Senses and Skin
Conceptual and practical development of surgical principles and progress that have occurred in recent years within these fields. Neurology, ophthalmology, audiology, and dermatology will be considered from a surgical perspective. Current problems and research areas will be reviewed. Laboratory manipulations are used to increase skill levels in these areas. DVM degree required. III
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5564 (VMS 5564) - Introduction to Clinical Research
Design of studies in veterinary related clinical research, planning and implementation of experimental and survey data collection, management and analysis of data, evaluation of analysis and critical evaluation of published information. Instructor approval required.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5574 (VMS 5574) - Advanced Poultry Diseases
An advanced course covering diagnosis, etiology, and treatment of poultry diseases. Diseases will be grouped by system affected, their common features detailed, and then unique characteristics of these diseases described. I
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5584 (VMS 5584) - Current Topics in CT/MRI
Course is designed for graduate students who need an understanding of computed tomographic and magnetic resonance imaging physics, artifacts, and applications. The course will emphasize critical discussions of relevant veterinary and medical literature. Image reading sessions will be used to illustrate principles learned from lectures and literature discussions. Students registering for this course should have a basic knowledge of radiographic principles, comparative anatomy, and human/animal disease processes. Instructor consent required. Taught even years.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5604 (VMS 5604) - Principles and Methods in Equine Surgery
Graduate level course in advanced techniques in equine surgery. Activities include elucidation of pathophysiology, diagnosis, and surgical approach to complex equine conditions including nonroutine cases as they are presented. DVM degree required. Maximum 3 credits.
Credit Hours: 1 to 3
Lecture Hours: 1 to 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5614 (VMS 5614) - Principles and Methods in Equine Internal Medicine
Graduate level course in the application of advanced techniques in equine internal medicine. Activities will include elucidation of pathophysiology, performance of diagnostic methodology, and therapeutic management of complex medical disorders affecting the equine species. Course will be offered at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center. DVM Degree required. I,II,III
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5624 - Molecular Virology
The principles and mechanisms of virus replication at the molecular level including transcription, translation and posttranslational modifications of virus genes, virus interaction with host, antivirals, vaccines and host defense mechanisms against virus infections. The replication and pathogenesis mechanisms of several important DNA and RNA virus families including biothreat viruses. Graduate standing required.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5654 (VMS 5654) - Veterinary Clinical Nutrition
This course considers the nutritional needs of species of veterinary importance throughout life and for various work-loads and purposes. Nutritional management of diseased or compromised patients is considered. Pre: second-year standing in the DVM curriculum or completion/test-out of VM 8234 or equivalent course.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5714 (VMS 5714) - Biomedical Literature
This course deals with searching the literature in Biomedicine, both in printed form as well as computerized bibliographic databases. It also covers the topic of managing personal collection of published materials for effective retrieval. This course is for graduate students enrolled in biomedical research programs.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5734 (VMS 5734) - Clinical Pathology
The study of relating abnormal clinical laboratory data to specific organ dysfunctions or lesions with emphasis on data interpretation and on understanding the pathophysiologic mechanisms leading to abnormal data. Additional emphasis will be placed on understanding the diagnostic and prognostic value of thoughtfully selecting pertinent laboratory tests to aid in the medical management of clinical cases. Alterations in the hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and cytology of the major domestic species will be studied. II
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5744 (VMS 5744) - Veterinary Parasitology
Study of the morphology and biology of parasites of veterinary importance. Considers of pathogenesis, diagnosis, signs, and treatment of parasitic diseases of animals. Study of the immunologic and pathophysiologic aspects of host/parasite relationships and the importance of zoonotic parasitic infections. II.
Credit Hours: 0 to 3
Lecture Hours: 0 to 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5754 (VMS 5754) - Veterinary Bacteriology and Mycology
Study of important bacterial and mycotic agents that cause disease of economic and public health significance in food and fiber, companion, laboratory and zoo/wildlife animal species. Special emphasis is on: habitat, microbial characteristics, virulence attributes, pathogenesis, immunity, approaches to prevention, antimicrobial susceptibility and diagnosis. I
Credit Hours: 0 to 4
Lecture Hours: 0 to 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5764 (VMS 5764) - Aquatic Medicine and Fish Health
The etiology, diagnosis, pathology, pathogenesis, chemotherapy, control and management of infectious and non-infectious diseases of aquatic organisms, especially pertaining to cultured food and tropical fish. Hands on experience with water quality evaluation, diagnostic techniques and the identification of common pathogenic organisms. II
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5794 (VMS 5794) - Clinical Neuropathology
This course uses necropsy tissues of clinical cases to present the mechanisms involved in neurologic disease of animals. Gross, microscopic, and radiologic approaches will be employed. Emphasis will be placed upon the correlation of clinical and pathological findings. May be repeated. Pre: Instructor’s approval required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5814 (VMS 5814) - Functional Morphology and Natural History of Reptiles and Birds
Anatomical features will be described that are unique to, or are characteristic of each major group covered. Features to be discussed will largely be those that adapt the animal group to its habitat and permit successful exploitation of that habitat; the discussion will extend to how anatomical features and functions are utilized in the life of members of the group. On completion of discussion of pertinent anatomical features, selected attributes of the group’s natural history will be covered, as well as a brief survey of members of the group common to the local and extended area. Pre: first-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5824 (VMS 5824) - Small Animal Nutrition
Practical feeding guidelines for companion animals. Special consideration also given to the relationship of diet to nutrient excesses and deficiencies that result in clinical disorders. Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of metabolic disorders of companion animals will be discussed.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5834 (VMS 5834) - Food Animal Nutrition
Practical feeding guidelines for food animals. Special consideration also given to the relationship of diet to nutrient excesses and deficiencies that result in clinical disorders. Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of metabolic disorders of food animals will be discussed.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5844 (VMS 5844) - Equine Nutrition
The course is designed to provide practical feeding guidelines for different classes of horses. The relationship between nutrition and clinical disorders of the horse is explored including their nutritional management. Students will be expected to complete a problem-solving nutrition project during the course.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5864 (VMS 5864) - Veterinary Cardiorespiratory System
This course concentrates on respiratory and cardiovascular diseases of the common domestic species. Emphasis is given on teaching students how to develop a data base for these two body systems using effective communications and modern diagnostic tools. The course focuses on the common diseases of these systems and how these diseases are managed and treated. Pre: second-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5874 - Food Animal Theriogenology
Presents the practice of food animal theriogenology for individuals interested in working within food animal production systems. The course will include reproductive management for herds of food animal species including cattle, sheep, goats and swine. Emphasis is on clinical aspects of reproductive diseases and management. Consists of lectures, laboratories and discussion groups. Pre: VM 8374 or equivalent. Graduate standing required.
Credit Hours: 0 to 2
Lecture Hours: 0 to 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5884 (FST 5884) (CHEM 5884) - Macromolecular Chemistry at the Biology Interface Laboratory
An advanced laboratory course that involves state-of-the-art experimental techniques with applications for data interpretation and presentation for future professionals at the polymer chemistry-biology interface. Team-oriented experiments will use traditional and emerging polymer chemistry techniques and applied biological methods, specifically those involving analysis of free radical and oxidative processes. PRE: CHEM/FST/BMVS 5384 or simultaneous enrollment in this course.
Credit Hours: 0 to 2
Lecture Hours: 0 to 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lab, Lecture
BMVS 5894 - Final Examination
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5944 - Seminar in Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences
Presentations by graduate students on current topics in Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences. Topics and responsibility for seminars is rotated among the professional departments of the college. Maximum 4 credits. I,II,III
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 5954 - Study Abroad
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Lecture Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture, Lecture 1
BMVS 5974 - Independent Study
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Lecture Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Independent Study, Independent Study 1, Independent Study 2
BMVS 5984 - Special Study
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Lecture Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture, Lecture 1, Lecture 2, Lecture 3, Lecture 4, Lecture 5, Lecture 6, Lecture 7
BMVS 5994 - Research and Thesis
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Research
BMVS 6014 (VMS 6014) - Veterinary Clinical Sciences Residency
Advanced course with training and instruction in veterinary patient management. Supervised practicum in veterinary diagnosis and therapy in a veterinary teaching hospital. Material will include development of knowledge and skills for problem solving, performance of techniques, and effective communication. Regularly scheduled rounds and conferences will supplement daily activities. 0 credit. DVM degree required.
Credit Hours: 0
Lecture Hours: 0
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture, Online Course
BMVS 6064 (VMS 6064) - Advanced Topics in Veterinary Medicine
Students will critically review and actively participate in discussion of current and important historic veterinary and comparative medical literature relevant to student’s residency specialty. DVM degree is required. May be repeated with different content for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Lecture Hours: 1 to 6
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6074 (VMS 6074) - Clinical Topic Rounds
Practical, advanced training in specialty medicine. Students will participate in critical reviews of cases and current literature applicable to selected cases. Relevant information will include advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques applicable to the specialty and species being studied. An in-dept knowledge of the pathophysiology of animal disease processes and clinical problem solving will be developed. Students will be expected to gain an understanding of the general problem area to be studied and critically evaluated current literature and application to the case(s) being studied. DVM degree is required. May be repeated with different content for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
Credit Hours: 1 to 6
Lecture Hours: 1 to 6
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6084 (VMS 6084) - Veterinary Speciality Clinics
Practical, advanced training in specialty medicine. Students will learn advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques applicable to the specialty and species being studied. An in-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of animal disease processes and clinical problem solving will be developed. Students will be given responsibility for case management with faculty guidance. DVM degree is required. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits with different content.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6114 - Topics in Pathogenic Bacteriology
Journal articles on the molecular basis of bacterial pathogenesis published in the past year will be reviewed and discussed. While the emphasis will be on bacterial factors responsible for disease or virulence, papers on host factors responsive to bacterial infection may also be reviewed. Papers will be assigned by the instructors and chosen by the students. The topics will vary and the course may be taken for credit no more than 3 times. Graduate standing required.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6514 (VMS 6514) - Equine Theriogenology
An advanced study in the breeding management, estrous cycle manipulation, embryo transfer, reproductive disease diagnosis and treatment of the mare and stallion. The didactic work of this course will emphasize the practical application of the latest research covered in this species. Pre: Second-year standing in the DVM curriculum. II
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6534 (VMS 6534) - Mechanisms of Disease in Veterinary Medicine
Advanced study of topics concerning the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and current therapy of diseases in Veterinary Medicine. Pre: DVM or equivalent, or consent of isntructor. May be repeated to a maximum of 18 credits.
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6554 (VMS 6554) - Advanced Epidemiology
This course is intended for students interested in applying analytical epidemiological methods in assessing the health and disease status of populations (animal and/or human) and the factors affecting that status. It will include lecture/discussion sessions and exercises on the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trials and cross-sectional, case-control, and longitudinal studies. Risk assessment and techniques for assessing and enhancing the validity of epidemiological studies will also be covered. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6564 (VMS 6564) - Advanced Veterinary Public Health
Consideration of the organization and delivery of Veterinary Public Services at the local, state, national and international levels including zoonoses surveillance, investigation and response to disease outbreaks, biological warfare and terrorism, response to natural emergencies and disasters, and public health policy formulation. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6574 (VMS 6574) - Animals and Public Policy
Course will examine society’s changing attitudes toward the care and use of animals and examine the philosophical spectrum between animal welfare and animal rights. Will explain the role of the major regulatory and accrediting organizations in setting standards of care for animals used in research, exhibition, transportation, and production. Will describe the regulatory process for making policies and regulations to support federal legislation. Will provide information on the currently acceptable standards for the care and use of animals for regulated purposes. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6584 (VMS 6584) - Veterinary Public Policy
Overview of the formulation and implementation of public policy at the local, state, and national level through legislation, regulation, and operational strategy. Understanding of the concepts of legal authority and public mandate. Training in risk communication and media relations. Review of current public policy issues related to veterinary medicine, animal and human health such as food safety, animal disease control, animal welfare, business practices. National leaders will interact with the class to discuss current issues. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6594 (VMS 6594) - International Veterinary Medicine
Overview of international veterinary activities. Understanding of the role of governmental agencies, inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations in international relations, development, relief work, conservation, disease control and prevention, and trade. Understanding of the legal authority of binational agreements and international treaties. Training in intercultural communications, negotiation and conflict resolution. Review of current global issues. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum.
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 6704 (VMS 6704) (BIOL 6704) - Topics in Immunology
Readings and discussion in a specific area of immunology. Topic will vary and course may be taken for credit more than once. II
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Lecture
BMVS 7994 - Research and Dissertation
Credit Hours: 1 to 19
Level(s): Graduate
Instruction Type: Research
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