Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences (VBMS)

VBMS250
Breeds, Signalment, and Vitals of Domestic AnimalsCrosslisted with PVET 250

Description: Fundamentals of signalment assessment including identification of domestic animal breeds, description of coat, color and markings, terms used when describing species, age, gender, reproductive status, and collections of animals, and introduction to species-specific life history and vital signs.

Course details
Credit Hours:2
Max credits per semester:2
Max credits per degree:2
Grading Option:Graded

Credit Hours:2

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VBMS291
Special Topics in Veterinary Science

Six (6) hours maximum special topics hours total. May be repeated up to three times so long as the topics are different.

Description: Special topics in veterinary medicine and biomedical sciences. Topics vary each term.

Course details
Credit Hours:1-3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:6
Grading Option:Graded with Option

Credit Hours:1-3

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VBMS303
Principles and Prevention of Livestock Diseases

Prerequisites: Juniors and seniors; ASCI 240 or ASCI 340 or BIOS 213 and BIOS 213L.

BIOS 300 or BIOS 312 recommended.

Description: Management techniques in the control of metabolic, infectious, and parasitic diseases of domestic animals and understanding of basic concepts of the important diseases of livestock.

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS391
Advanced Special Topics in Veterinary Science

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing

Eight (8) hours maximum special topics hours total. May be repeated up to three times so long as the topics are different.

Description: Advanced topics in veterinary medicine and biomedical sciences. Topics vary each term.

Course details
Credit Hours:1-4
Max credits per semester:4
Max credits per degree:8
Grading Option:Graded with Option

Credit Hours:1-4

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VBMS403
Integrated Principles and Prevention of Livestock Diseases

Prerequisites: ASCI 340 or BIOS 213 and BIOS 213L, BIOS 312, CHEM 251.

Capstone course.

Description: Emphasizes integrated management techniques of livestock, and understanding the basic integrated concepts of the important diseases of domestic animals. Biotechnology in animal health and current issues in management practices to control diseases.

Course details
Credit Hours:4
Max credits per semester:4
Max credits per degree:4
Grading Option:Graded with Option
ACE Outcomes: ACE 10 Integrated Product

Credit Hours:4

ACE:ACE 10 Integrated Product

VBMS406
Introduction to the Principles of Biosecurity and Disease TransmissionCrosslisted with VMED 506, VBMS 806

Prerequisites: VBMS 406: Open to juniors or seniors who have completed LIFE 120 & LIFE 121. VBMS 806: Open to graduate students enrolled in the UNL Graduate College. VMED 506: Open to veterinary professional students.

Description: An introduction into biosecurity and the principles of disease transmission. Covering the concepts of infectious disease transmission with practical applications for control and prevention.

Course details
Credit Hours:2
Max credits per semester:2
Max credits per degree:2
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Offered:SPRING

Credit Hours:2

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VBMS407
Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy

Prerequisites: LIFE 120 & LIFE 120L and LIFE 121 & LIFE 121L or equivalent.

Description: Gross anatomy of the mammalian body, using domestic dog as the model. Macroscopic anatomy of organs and organ systems emphasizing structural and functional relationships, and their contribution to homeostasis of domestic animals. Incorporates detailed study of prosected cadavers and skeletal preparations.

Course details
Credit Hours:4
Max credits per semester:4
Max credits per degree:4
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Offered:SPRING
Course and Laboratory Fee:$60

Credit Hours:4

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VBMS408
Functional HistologyCrosslisted with BIOS 408, BIOS 808, VBMS 808

Prerequisites: BIOS 101 and 101L or LIFE 120 and 120L; BIOS 213 or ASCI 240 or ASCI 340.

Description: Microscopic anatomy of the tissues and organs of major vertebrate species, including humans. Normal cellular arrangements of tissues and organs as related to their macroscopic anatomy and function, with reference to sub-cellular characteristics and biochemical processes. Functional relationships among cells, tissues, organs and organ systems, contributory to organismal well being. General introduction to pathological processes and principles underlying some diseases.

Course details
Credit Hours:4
Max credits per semester:4
Max credits per degree:4
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Course and Laboratory Fee:$15

Credit Hours:4

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VBMS410
General Pharmacology and Toxicology

Prerequisites: BIOS 213, ASCI 240, or ASCI 340; BIOC 401 or BIOC/BIOS/CHEM 431/831; or equivalent.

Recommended: CHEM 252 and 254; BIOC/BIOS/CHEM 432/832 and CHEM 433/833.

Description: Basic principles and sciences of drug action (as therapeutic agents) and of adverse (toxic) effects of harmful chemical substances. Discussion of these concepts as they relate to animal production and care, regulatory concerns, legal and ethical decisions, human and animal health hazards, food safety, and environmental contamination.

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Offered:FALL

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS424
Basic Molecular Infectious DiseasesCrosslisted with VBMS 824

Prerequisites: BIOS 312.

Offered spring semester of odd-numbered calendar years.

Description: Introduction to the molecular, genetic and cellular aspects of microbial pathogenesis in humans and animals. Critical reviews of original scientific literature and development of manuscript and proposal writing.

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Offered:SPRING

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS425
Wildlife HealthCrosslisted with NRES 425

Prerequisites: LIFE 120 and LIFE 121; Junior standing and above

Description: Introduction to ecological, social, and institutional issues. Engage in discussions of important zoonotic diseases, diseases of conservation concern, non-infectious threats, and strategies for assessing and managing wildlife health.

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded
Offered:SPRING

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS440
Microbial PhysiologyCrosslisted with BIOS 440, BIOS 840, VBMS 840, MBIO 440

Prerequisites: BIOS 312; BIOS 313 or BIOS 314.

Description: Molecular approaches to the study of prokaryotic cell structure and physiology, including growth, cell division, metabolism, and alternative microbial life styles.

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Course and Laboratory Fee:$20

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS441
Pathogenic MicrobiologyCrosslisted with BIOS 441, BIOS 841, VBMS 841

Prerequisites: BIOS 312

Description: Fundamental principles involved in host-microorganism interrelationships. Identification of pathogens, isolation, propagation, mode of transmission, pathogenicity, symptoms, treatment, prevention of disease, epidemiology, and methods of control.

This course is a prerequisite for: VBMS 805; VBMS 949

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option
Offered:SPRING
Course and Laboratory Fee:$25

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS443
ImmunologyCrosslisted with BIOS 443, BIOS 843, VBMS 843, MBIO 443

Prerequisites: BIOS 206; CHEM 251 or CHEM 255 or CHEM 261.

Description: Fundamental consideration of cellular and humoral mechanisms of immunity, the structure and function of immunoglobulins, antigen-antibody interactions; hypersensitivity; transplantation and tumor immunity; immune and autoimmune disorders.

This course is a prerequisite for: VBMS 852; VBMS 908; VBMS 910; VBMS 948; VBMS 949

Course details
Credit Hours:3
Max credits per semester:3
Max credits per degree:3
Grading Option:Graded with Option

Credit Hours:3

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VBMS496
Independent Study in Veterinary Science

Prerequisites: 12 hrs veterinary science or closely related areas and permission.

Description: Individual or group projects in research, literature review, or extension of course work under supervision and evaluation of a departmental faculty member.

Course details
Credit Hours:1-5
Max credits per semester:5
Max credits per degree:12
Grading Option:Graded with Option

Credit Hours:1-5

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VBMS499H
Honors Thesis

Prerequisites: Admission to the University Honors Program and permission.

AGRI 299H recommended.

Description: Conduct a scholarly research project and write a University Honors Program or undergraduate thesis.

Course details
Credit Hours:3-6
Max credits per semester:6
Max credits per degree:6
Grading Option:Graded

Credit Hours:3-6

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