Middle School Veterinary Science: Equine Medicine
In this 16 week course students will learn how to approach equine medicine from a practical, clinical perspective. Beginning with basic anatomy all the way through common equine emergencies.
Dr Carner
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What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
In this course I will teach via video with a real horse as a prop, as well as lecture style from a Power Point type presentation. I will cover basic horse anatomy and physiology and then jump into different common diseases I see in horses. The format of this class is such that students should feel prepared with the "normal" and then have a grasp on what is "abnormal". This course is meant to be self-paced but I welcome discussion and questions from all leaners.
Learning Goals
Leaners will be able to identify what is "normal" and what is "abnormal" as far as horse health and anatomy as it pertains to the discussed diseases.Leaners will use critical thinking to evaluate each case type presented in order to localize disease processes and determine causes of disfunction.
Syllabus
2 Units
16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksUnit 1: Equine Wellness and Common Diseases
Lesson 1:
Equine Basic Anatomy
Equine anatomy as it applies to the physical exam, as well as subsequent disease discussions. Lesson 2:
Equine Basic Physiology
Equine physiology as it applies to the physical exam, as well as subsequent disease discussions. Lesson 3:
Equine Physical Exam
Explanation of the basic, but thorough, equine physical exam. Used for the basis of disease localization and diagnosis of disease processes. Lesson 4:
Equine Lameness Exam
Explanation of the basic, but thorough, equine lameness exam. Used for the basis of disease localization and diagnosis of specifically lameness in the horse. Other Details
Parental Guidance
All material will be medically relevant in this course. That being said, there may be terms and anatomy that are relevant to the physical exams that are pertaining to the "rectal" temperatures. Reproductive organs may be referenced, as well as external genitals, again only as it pertains to diagnosis or necessary examination.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been a large animal veterinarian for 8 years, owning my own practice for 7 years. I work primarily on horses in the general and mobile practice settings. I have focused on lameness as well as emergency care as a large percentage of my practice. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$36
weekly or $288 for all content16 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-14
