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| Code | VET324 |
| Name | Protozoology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 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 protozoon 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 protozoa and taking necessary precautions.
Course Content
The components of this course consist of the taxonomy, morphological and biological characteristics of protozoa, 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 protozoa.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Training Notes Prepared by the Faculty Member of the Course Officer
Notes
1.Diker S, 1993. Veteriner Epidemiyoloji Ders Notları, Ankara Üniversitesi, Veteriner Fakültesi, Mikrobiyoloji Anabilim Dalı, Ankara.2.Dumanlı N, Veteriner Protozooloji Ders Notları, Fırat Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi, Yayın No: 40, 1999.3.Dumanlı N, Kararer Z. 2015. Veteriner Protozooloji, Medisan Yayınevi, 2. Baskı, Ankara.4.Taylor MA, Coop RL, Wall RL. 2007. Veterinary Parasitology. 3rd Ed. Blackwell, Oxford.5.Urquhart GM, Armour J, Duncan JL, Dunn AM, Jennings FW. 1996. Veterinary Parasitology, Iowa State Press, Balackwell Publishing, USA. Recent articles about the subject
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Applies the necessary laboratory tests for the diagnosis of protozoal diseases in domestic and wild animals. |
| LO02 | Plans the treatments for protozoal diseases in domestic and wild animals. |
| LO03 | Takes measures to prevent the spread of protozoan diseases among animals. |
| LO04 | Lists zoonotic protozoa. |
| LO05 | Explains the protozoon cell structure. |
| LO06 | Take measures to prevent the spread of diseases caused by zoonotic protozoa within the community. |
| LO07 | Describes the life cycle of protozoa found in domestic and wild animals. |
| LO08 | Lists the vectors of protozoa that are important for veterinary medicine and public health. |
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 | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and their pathological effects on the body. | 2 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Implements necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases. | 3 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained. | 5 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO28 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | He/she has the ethical values of the veterinary profession and defends these values. | |
| PLO29 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Takes appropriate precautions by clinically recognizing zoonosis and notifiable diseases. | 5 |
| PLO30 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of diseases in different animal species. | 4 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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 | Morphological and biological characteristics of protozoa, and types of vectors | Slide review, Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 2 | Methods used in the diagnosis and treatment of protozoan diseases | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 3 | General characteristics of the phylum Sarcomastigophora and the species in the family Trypanosomatidae. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 4 | Leishmaniasis in humans and animals | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 5 | Trypanosomiasis in humans and animals | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 6 | Amoebiasis, Giardiasis | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 7 | General characteristics of the phylum Apicomplexa and the family Eimeriidae. | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for an exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Proje / Tasarım, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Coccidiosis in mammals and poultry | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 10 | Cryptosporidiosis, Sarcocystosis | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 11 | Toxoplasmosis, Neosporosis | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | General characteristics of Theileria and Babesia species, and their significance in veterinary medicine and public health | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 13 | Theileriosis, Babesiosis | Textbook reading, Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Gösteri |
| 14 | Diseases caused by Hepatozoon, Haemoproteus, Leucocytozoon, and Plasmodium species. | Slide review | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Protozoan diseases of public health importance and prevention methods | Conducting internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 86 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,44 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||