Laboratory Animal Practicum (11:067:205)
Experiential Learning Course (2 credits, PASS/NO CREDIT)
Typically Offered
In the Fall and Spring semesters.
Prerequisites
The pre- or corequisite is Laboratory Animal Science: Management and Techniques, 11:067:275, or the permission of Dr. Mehmet Uzumcu. For questions, contact Dr. Mehmet Uzumcu (uzumcu@sebs.rutgers.edu).
Other Registration Restrictions
Medical clearance to work with animals is required prior to registering. For information on obtaining this clearance, please read our Working With Animals information sheet. Contact Dr. Aparna Zama (zama@sebs.rutgers.edu) with questions.
Description
During this practicum class, students receive hands-on experience working in an AAALAC-accredited small animal research facility. Students learn about the operations of a laboratory animal facility, including animal husbandry skills and general care of laboratory animals. In addition, students will participate in and learn common laboratory research techniques using rodents during designated demonstration sessions.
Examinations
Students must successfully complete 84 hours of work in the animal facility and will be graded on attendance, participation, laboratory reports, and quizzes.
Experiential Learning Information
Main PLGs accomplished: 4 and 7
Credits: 2
Syllabus/contract: Syllabus
Student qualifications: None
Faculty: Faculty and farm supervisors
Type of work: Structured animal husbandry
Final assessment document: Graded per instructions in syllabus (A-F)
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