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Course title Cell Biology, Histology II
Course code VeteB057
Credit points (ECTS) 4
Total Hours in Course 108
Number of hours for lectures 20
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes 0
Number of hours for laboratory classes 32
Independent study hours 56
Date of course confirmation 19/02/2025
Responsible Unit Preclinical Institute
 
Course developers
Mg. biol., lekt. Alma Plivča

Prior knowledge
VeteB002, Anatomy of the Domestic Animals I
VeteB003, Anatomy of the Domestic Animals II
Course abstract
The aim of the course is to provide an understanding of the microscopic structure and functions of cells, tissues and different organs of animal organisms.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Knowledge - student has mastered the theoretical knowledge of the histological structure of various organs and organ systems (digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, urogenital, immune, nervous and endocrine systems, skin and sensory organs). Six colloquia.
Skills - student is able to recognize, describe and explain the structure of cells, tissues and organs visible in histological preparations and their specific features in a light microscope. Laboratory work. Competences - the student is able to analyze, compare and evaluate independently the histological preparations of different organs. Understands the regularities of the structure of organs and organ systems and their functional significance. Laboratory work.
Course Content(Calendar)
1. Central and peripheral nervous system - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory works. 1st test - central and peripheral nervous system.
2. Cardiovascular system, hematopoietic and immune organs - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory works. 2nd test - Cardiovascular system, hematopoietic and immune organs.
3. Urinary system, reproductive system (female and male) - 4 h lecture, 8 h laboratory works. 3rd test - urinary system, reproductive system (female and male)
4. Endocrine and exocrine glands - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory works. 4th test - endocrine and exocrine glands.
5. Digestive system - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory work. 5th test - digestive system.
6. Respiratory system, integument - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory works. 6th test - respiratory system, integument.
7. Sensory organs. The eye. The ear - 2 h lecture, 4 h laboratory works. 7th test - sensory organs. 8. Histological features of avian organ systems – 4 h lecture.
Requirements for awarding credit points
Seven colloquia and an exam must have been passed successfully. Unfulfilled laboratory works must be mastered as agreed with the lecturer.
Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work
Independent work is accomplished by obliging students to prepare answers to specific questions independently for each colloquium. Independent work performance is controlled during the response to the colloquia; its questions are included in the exam.
Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes
Colloquia are assessed by pass/fail. In order to be allowed to take an exam, all colloquia must be passed (student must be able to identify and describe a histological specimen under a microscope, as well as to answer at least 60% of the theory; to pass the colloquium, there must be no significant mistakes). The exam is an oral one. At the beginning, the student must be able to recognize two histological samples. The student may continue the exam and take a ticket only if these samples are recognized. According to the criteria of the 10 point system scale indicated in the LBTU Study Regulations, the student's ability to describe two histological samples and theoretical knowledge about the questions presented on the ticket are evaluated
Compulsory reading
1. Brūveris Z. Veterinārās histoloģijas pamati. Rīga: Medicīnas apgāds, 2015. 528 lpp. 2. Bacha W.J., Bacha l. M. Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology. Philadelphia ... [etc.]: Lippincot Williams & Wilkins, 2000. 318 p.
Further reading
1. Selga T. Šūnu bioloģija. Rīga: LU Akadēmiskais apgāds, 2008. 344 lpp.
2. Dālmane A. Histoloģija. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds. Rīga, 2004. 319 lpp.
3. Dālmane A. Histoloģijas atlants. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds. Rīga, 2005. 304 lpp. 4. Eurell J.A, Ffrappier B. L. (ed.). Dellmann's textbook of veterinary histology, 6th ed.. John Wiley & Sons, 2013.
Periodicals and other sources
1. Selga T. Šūnu bioloģija. Rīga: LU Akadēmiskais apgāds, 2008. 344 lpp.
2. Dālmane A. Histoloģija. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds. Rīga, 2004. 319 lpp.
3. Dālmane A. Histoloģijas atlants. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds. Rīga, 2005. 304 lpp. 4. Eurell J.A, Ffrappier B. L. (ed.). Dellmann's textbook of veterinary histology, 6th ed.. John Wiley & Sons, 2013.
Notes
Compulsory course of second cycle professional higher education study programme Veterinary Medicine.