Anatomy for Veterinary Technologists

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
VETS 1002
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Course ID
204973
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Campus
Roseworthy Campus
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Animal and Vet Sci
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Natasha Speight
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course will introduce the anatomy of domestic animal species with a body systems approach. The body systems covered will include basic tissues and skin, musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, gastrointestinal, reproductive, urinary and nervous. The anatomy of organs in these systems will be described at the macroscopic and microscopic level, and practicals will include dissection and histology. Tutorials will be used to reinforce student learning and critical skills.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the anatomy of domestic animal species using proper terminology.
  • Describe the gross anatomical and histological structures of the body systems of domestic animal species.
  • Demonstrate practical dissection skills.
  • Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work within a team.
  • Apply problem solving and critical thinking as it relates to body system structure.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Roseworthy Campus

Class number
Class number 26256
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 2 Mar Monday 9:10am - 10am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
23 Feb - 2 Mar Monday 10:10am - 11am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
23 Feb - 2 Mar Monday 11:10am - 12pm Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
16 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 9:10am - 10am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
16 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 10:10am - 11am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
16 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 11:10am - 12pm Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 9:10am - 10am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 10:10am - 11am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 11:10am - 12pm Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
4 May - 25 May Monday 9:10am - 10am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
4 May - 25 May Monday 10:10am - 11am Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
4 May - 25 May Monday 11:10am - 12pm Roseworthy Campus Eastick Building, G5
Class number
Class number 26695
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 2 Mar Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G11
16 Mar - 23 Mar Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G11
30 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G08
30 Mar - 30 Mar Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G11
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G11
4 May - 25 May Monday 2:10pm - 5pm Roseworthy Campus Veterinary Science, G11
Class number
Class number 26696
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 40
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Mar - 2 Mar Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Roseworthy Campus Callaghan Building, G18A/G18B
23 Mar - 23 Mar Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Roseworthy Campus Callaghan Building, G18A/G18B
13 Apr - 13 Apr Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Roseworthy Campus Callaghan Building, G18A/G18B
11 May - 11 May Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Roseworthy Campus Callaghan Building, G18A/G18B
25 May - 25 May Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Roseworthy Campus Callaghan Building, G18A/G18B
Notes:
Available to Bachelor of Veterinary Technology students only.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed VETTECH1020RW Anatomy for Veterinary Technologists I at the University of Adelaide

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