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| Code | VET228 |
| Name | Helminthology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ARMAĞAN ERDEM ÜTÜK |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ARMAĞAN ERDEM ÜTÜK
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The objective of this course is to equip the graduates of the Veterinary Faculty with the knowledge and skills required to identify and treat the helminthic diseases of domestic and wild animals and to take necessary measures to prevent the spread of such diseases; to protect community health through identifying the food-borne zoonotic helminths and taking necessary precautions.
Course Content
The components of this course consist of the taxonomy, morphological and biological characteristics of helminths, which are significant in terms of domestic and wild animal species and community health as well as the clinical symptoms, identification, treatment and control of the diseases caused by helminths.
Course Precondition
NONE
Resources
Training notes prepared by the faculty member of the course officer
Notes
1. Köroğlu E, Veteriner Helmintoloji, Helmintoloji ders notları. Fırat Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi ders teksiri No: 41, 2000 2.Georgi JR and Georgi ME, Parasitology for Veterinarians. W. B. Saunders, London. 1990. 3.Güralp N, Helmintoloji. Ankara Üniv. Vet. Fak. Yayın No: 368, Ankara. 1981.4.Hendrix CM, Diagnostic Veterinary Parasitology, 2nd Ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby, 1998.5.Taylor MA, Coop RL, Wall RL, Veterinary Parasitology, Blackwell Science, Oxford, 2007.6.Toparlak M, Tüzer E, Veteriner Helmintoloji. İstanbul Üniv., Vet. Fak. Yayını., Ders Notu: 102. İstanbul, 1999.7.Urquhart GM, Armour J, Duncan JL, Dunn AM, Jennings FW, Veterinary Parasitology, Iowa State Press, Balackwell Publishing, USA. 1996
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Performs the necessary laboratory tests for the diagnosis of helminth diseases. |
| LO02 | Plans the treatments for helminth diseases observed in domestic and wild animals. |
| LO03 | Plans measures to prevent the spread of helminth diseases among animals. |
| LO04 | Identifies zoonotic helminths and implements measures to prevent the spread of the disease within the community. |
| LO05 | The student defines the morphological characteristics of helminths. |
| LO06 | Tells the physiological characteristics of helminths. |
| LO07 | Explains the biological characteristics of helminths. |
| LO08 | Lists the vector-borne helminths. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Distinguishes animal species and breeds based on their structural (morphological), functional (physiological, biochemical) and behavioral characteristics and whether they can be consumed for food purposes. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the sources, physical and chemical properties and preparation of drugs. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes the effects and side effects of medications on patients | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and their pathological effects on the body. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | It makes efficiency evaluations among animal breeds and, when necessary, carries out selection, hybridization and artificial insemination at a level that can carry out breeding work. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Disposes of dead animal material, tissue samples, medical and chemical waste appropriately in accordance with international, national laws and regulations. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It determines the correct approach area for the patient by evaluating the examination, operation etc. practices in the clinic according to the topographic anatomy. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses biochemical parameters in diagnostic processes by evaluating the information obtained with cause-effect relationships. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Writes prescriptions in accordance with diagnosis and treatment protocols for diseases and poisoning in animals. | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Implements necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Performs necropsy to evaluate findings in dead animals, directs tissues to the necessary laboratory according to appropriate storage methods and prepares a report. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Monitors patients in the post-operative process according to the main treatment methods of surgical diseases in animal species. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies sedation, anesthesia and pain management methods safely according to animal species. | |
| PLO14 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Correctly applies biosafety principles such as sterilization of clinical and laboratory equipment and clothing. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It regulates the care and feeding protocols according to animal species and supervises the consumption of animal foods produced for human consumption or foods containing animal products in their composition. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained. | 3 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | He/she is conscious of performing his/her profession by being aware of his/her powers and responsibilities. | 3 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Examines scientific techniques and methods according to facts related to veterinary services and takes analysis or methodological responsibility for problems. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It uses adequate technology in the hygienic production, manufacturing, processing, consumption and sales of food by conducting health control of animal food products produced for human consumption. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Lists the methods of producing and using scientific knowledge in his/her professional field. | |
| PLO21 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses updated legislation regarding veterinary services when necessary. | |
| PLO22 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs an examination appropriate to the case, applying the contribution of imaging methods to diagnosis and radiation safety in accordance with current regulations. | |
| PLO23 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Keeps clinical and patient records using proper and scientific methods. | |
| PLO24 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | By observing the basic principles of medicine, it develops management methods and appropriate management plans for animal production enterprises. | |
| PLO25 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Implement social projects and plans with social awareness, based on professional skills and authority with a computer usage license, advanced computer software. | 3 |
| PLO26 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Works in cooperation with other colleagues by following the world agenda within the framework of professional ethics and deontology rules. | 3 |
| PLO27 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Produces solutions to field-specific problems in line with scientific data/evidence. | |
| PLO28 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | He/she has the ethical values of the veterinary profession and defends these values. | 3 |
| PLO29 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Takes appropriate precautions by clinically recognizing zoonosis and notifiable diseases. | 3 |
| PLO30 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of diseases in different animal species. | 2 |
| PLO31 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | In emergency cases, intervenes in all animals and applies first aid methods. | |
| PLO32 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Makes judgments on animal husbandry principles and breeding by assessing the physical condition, welfare and rearing conditions of domestic animals, communicating appropriately with animal owners and colleagues. | |
| PLO33 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Independently interprets articles and presentations published in other scientific fields related to Veterinary Medicine to maintain professional development and skills. | |
| PLO34 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | When necessary, euthanizes animals using appropriate methods and respecting the feelings of animal owners. | |
| PLO35 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | By mastering the concepts of occupational safety in terms of the workplace and the personnel working with it, they have the competence to apply and defend it. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to helminthology, Morphological, biological, and physiological characteristics of trematodes. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Gösteri |
| 2 | Dicrocoelidae family and the diseases they cause. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 3 | General characteristics of the Fasciolidae and Troglotrematidae families, and the diseases they cause. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 4 | General characteristics of the Opistorchiidae, Heterophyidae, Echinostomatidae, Prosthogonimidae, and Notocotylidae families and the diseases they cause. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 5 | The Paramphistomidae, Schistosomatidae, and Diplostomatidae families and the diseases they cause. Trematodes of public health importance and prevention methods. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 6 | Morphological, biological, and physiological characteristics of cestodes. Cestodes in the order Pseudophyllidae, the diseases they cause, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 7 | The Taenidae family, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for an exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | The Mesocestoididae, Anoplocephalidae, Thysanosomidae, Hymenolepididae, and Dilepididae families, their significance in veterinary medicine and public health, and the diseases caused by important species in animals. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 10 | Morphological, biological, and physiological characteristics of nematodes. The superfamily Filaroidea and the diseases it causes. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 11 | The superfamilies Spiruroidea, Trichuroidea, and Dioctophymoidea, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 12 | General characteristics of the superfamily Ascaridoidea, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 13 | General characteristics of the superfamily Strongyloidea, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 14 | Vector-borne nematodes. General characteristics of the superfamilies Rhabditoidea and Trichostrongyloidea, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 15 | General characteristics of the superfamilies Metastrongyloidea, Oxyuroidea, and Subuluroidea, the diseases they cause in animals, and the public health significance of zoonotic species. | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 16 | Term Exams | Studying for an exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying for an exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 74 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,96 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||