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Published by the Dean‘s Office, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Zurich
Edited by Dr. Brigitte Grether, Dr. Barbara Relly
Cover designed by Marianne Mathys
Printed by Studentendruckerei Universität Zürich-Irchel
Zurich, November 2005 sixth revised edition
©Dean‘s Office, Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich
Ideas and any additional comments concerning this information package are always welcome.
The editors cannot accept any responsibility for circumstances which result from inaccuracies in the information given, such as times, prices, telephone numbers, internet addresses, etc. The information was correct at the time of printing.

Addresses and Maps .............................................................................. 4
Organization of the Academic Year ...................................................... 7
The University of Zurich ....................................................................... 9
Registration at the University of Zurich ................................................ 10
Immigration and Employment Formalities ............................................ 12
Living in Zurich .................................................................................... 14
Accommodation ................................................................................... 17
Health Care and Insurance .................................................................. 20
Libraries and Resource Centres .......................................................... 21
Additional Useful Information ............................................................... 24
Extracurricular Activities and Entertainment ......................................... 26
The Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich.............................................27
Index .................................................................................................... 40
Semester Programme ..........................................................................
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List and Description of Courses ........................................................... 11

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Administration, International Relations Office, Faculty of Theology, Faculty of Law, Faculty of
Medicine (clinical and related disciplines), Faculty of Philosophy
Rämistrasse 71
8006 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 634 11 11
Fax: +41 44 634 23 04 http://www.unizh.ch
How to reach University of Zurich Centre by public transportation:
From downtown Zurich, station ”Hauptbahnhof”(Main Train Station):
• Tram No. 6 (destination ”Zoo”) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
• Tram No. 10 (destination ”Seebach/Bhf. Oerlikon”) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
From the University of Zurich Irchel Campus (station ”Milchbuck” or ”Irchel”):
• Tram No. 9 (destination ”Heuried/Triemli”) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
• Tram No. 10 (destination ”Hauptbahnhof”) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
From Veterinary Teaching Hospital (station ”Tierspital”):
• Tram No. 9 (destination ”Heuried/Triemli”) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
From downtown Zurich/”Central”:
• ”Polybahn” (a funicular streetcar) to station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”
Faculty of Economic Science, Faculty of Medicine (preclinical disciplines), Faculty of
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Winterthurerstrasse 190
8057 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 634 11 11
Fax: +41 44 635 40 04 http://www.unizh.ch
How to reach University of Zurich Irchel Campus by public transportation:
From downtown Zurich, station ”Hauptbahnhof”(Main Train Station):
• Tram No. 7 (destination ”Bhf. Stettbach”) to station ”Milchbuck”
• Tram No. 9 (destination ”Hirzenbach”) to station ”Milchbuck” or ”Irchel”
• Tram No. 10 (destination “Seebach/Bhf. Oerlikon”) to station “Milchbuck” or “Irchel”
• Tram No. 14 (destination ”Seebach”) to station ”Milchbuck”
There are footpaths through Irchel Park that lead from the tram stations to the university buildings.

Winterthurerstrasse 204, 206, 248-272
8057 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 635 81 21 (dean‘s office)
Fax: +41 44 635 89 02 (dean‘s office) http://www.vet.unizh.ch
How to reach the Veterinary Teaching Hospital by public transportation:
From downtown Zurich, station ”Hauptbahnhof”(Main Train Station):
• Tram No. 7 (destination ”Bhf. Stettbach”) to station ”Tierspital”
From University of Zurich Centre (station ”ETH/Universitätsspital”):
• Tram No. 9 (destination ”Hirzenbach”) to station ”Tierspital”
There are footpaths through Irchel Park that lead from the University of Zurich Irchel to the
Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
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Yvo Rüttimann
University of Zurich
Rämistrasse 71
8006 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 634 22 66
E-Mail: mobility@zuv.unizh.ch

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Semester duration
Scheduled lectures
Christmas holiday (no lectures scheduled)
September 1, 2006–February 28, 2007
October 23, 2006–February 9, 2007
December 24, 2005–January 7, 2006
Semester duration
Scheduled lectures
Holidays (no lectures scheduled)
Easter
“Sechseläuten“
Dies academicus
Ascension
Whit Monday
March 1, 2007–August 31, 2007
April 2, 2007–July 6, 2007
April 5 (from 16:00) - April 9, 2007
April 16, 2007 (from 12:00)
April 29, 2007
May 16 (from 16:00)–May 17, 2007
May 28, 2007
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Semester duration
Scheduled lectures
Christmas holiday (no lectures scheduled)
September 1, 2007–February 28, 2008
October , 2007–February , 2008
December , 2007–January , 2008
Semester duration
Scheduled lectures
Holidays (no lectures scheduled)
Easter
“Sechseläuten“
Dies academicus
May Day
Ascension
Whit Monday
March 1, 2008–August 31, 2008
April , 2008–July 2008
April 5, 2008 (from 16:00)–April 9, 2008
April 16, 2008 (from 12:00)
April 29, 2008
May 1, 2008
May 16 (from 16:00)–May 17, 2008
May 28, 2008

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1833 The University of Zurich was established. It comprised the Faculties of Theology, Law and Medicine, which envolved from previously established advanced educational institutions, as well as the recently founded Faculty of Philosophy. The University of
Zurich is the first university in Europe that was founded by the citizens of a democratic nation, rather than by a secular authority or the church.
1859 Division of the Faculty of Philosophy into the section of Philosophy, Language and
History and the section of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.
1867 The Russian Nadejda Prokofjewna Suslowa was the first woman to obtain a medical degree from a German-speaking university.
1901 In a plebiscite, the people of the canton of Zurich approved of the foundation of a
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, which assumes its function in 1902.
1911 Start of construction of the current main building of the University of Zurich on
Rämistrasse; construction was completed in 1914.
1970 In a plebiscite, the citizens of the canton of Zurich approved the funding for a campus for natural sciences (University of Zurich Irchel Campus) as proposed by the government. The first buildings were completed nine years later.
1992 The Faculty of Law and Political Science was divided into the Faculty of Law and the
Faculty of Economic Science.
1997 The cantons of Zurich and Berne decided to merge the faculties of veterinary medicine of the universities of Berne and Zurich. The Vetsuisse-Faculty provides for a common management and two locations, a common degree programme and to be useful for synergies for a coordination in sciences, teachings and services. The dean of foundation started work on January 1, 2003.
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Based on a new university law that was passed on March 15, 1998, the University of Zurich was transformed into a legal corporation. Previously, the university was controlled directly by the canton of Zurich. The university has now direct control over its own budget. The executive of the university is the newly formed University Council (“Universitätsrat”), which is formed by representatives from science, culture, industry and politics.
Over 20,000 students attend the University of Zurich. There are approximately 400 professors,
1200 assistants and 1400 non academic employees. The university is composed of seven faculties, which independently determine the emphasis in research and teaching, and are subdivided into 140 institutes. The 7 faculties are:
Faculty of Theology
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Economic Science
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich)
Faculty of Philosophy
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Science
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The deadline for the registration for a ”mobility stay” for both summer and winter semesters is April 15 . Applications that arrive after this date will be accepted but the applicant may or may not receive a stipend.
Basic information regarding a ”mobility year” or ”mobility semester” can be obtained at the applicant’s own university; either at an International Relations Office or at a Socrates/Erasmus
Coordination Office. These contacts are responsible for the allocation of the fellowships that were agreed upon. Application forms may also be obtained from these offices or they can be downloaded from the internet (http://http://www.iro.unizh.ch/sokrates_erasmus). The original and one copy of the application form (including the learning agreement) should be submitted to the Socrates/Erasmus faculty coordinator of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the
University of Zurich (see The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine / Socrates/Erasmus Faculty
Coordinators). These documents must not be sent to the International Relations Office.
In addition, the applicant has to submit a letter from his or her own university confirming the allocation of a fellowship.
The applicant will be notified of the receipt of the application. The final notification of acceptance, together with detailed information, will be sent to the applicant by the end of
June.
The learning agreement must be discussed first with the International Relations Office coordinator at the applicant’s own university. The chosen course programme should mainly agree with the programme offered during the planned semester at the University of Zurich. It is also possible to select courses from other years of study if it does not disagree with the timetable. The learning agreement, signed by both the coordinator and the applicant, is then submitted for approval to the Socrates/Erasmus faculty coordinator at the University of Zurich.
If approved, the contract is signed by the faculty coordinator and returned to the student.
If necessary, the faculty coordinator at the University of Zurich can alter the contract, which then will be returned to the applicant. The coordinator of the applicant’s own university and the applicant have to sign for the approval of the suggested changes, and the contract is resubmitted to the faculty coordinator at the University of Zurich. The contract is countersigned by the faculty coordinator at the University of Zurich and returned to the applicant.
The earliest a student can register at the International Relations Office is 5 weeks prior to the start of lectures, and the latest is during the first week of lectures.
Registration office
Foreign student counter (“Auslandschalter“) in the University main building
F 107, Rämistrasse 71, 8006 Zürich
Office hours:
Monday to Friday, 9;30-12:30

The Swiss Federal Office for Science and Education offers students monthly stipends of
CHF 220.00 to CHF 330.00 (Students from Eastern Europe: CHF 700.00 to CHF 750.00).
Stipend payments become effective after matriculation in Zurich. Students who will stay at the University of Zurich for two semesters , will receive 50% of the determined stipend payments at the beginning of the first semester, 40% at the beginning of the second semester and the remaining 10% after submitting their final report. Students who will stay for one semester , will receive 90% of the stipend payments at the beginning of the first semester and 10% after submitting their final report. Students can obtain the respective amount in cash from the Finance Department of the University of Zurich, Künstlergasse 17, on production of personal identification and the payment receipt received upon registration.
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Upon completion of the studies, a complete final report must be submitted to the International
Relations Office. If an additional certificate, other than the university transcript (”Testatheftseite”), is required confirming the duration of the stay at the University of Zurich, it will be handed out to the student upon his or her departure.
The majority of courses at the University of Zurich are taught in German.
For students of the Socrates/Erasmus programme, a three-week, intensive German course is offered twice yearly, four weeks prior to the commencement of lectures. This course, however, is not suitable for beginners; a basic knowledge of German is required. Registration is not required, and there is no fee. This course is highly recommended for all students of the
Socrates/Erasmus programme whose mother tongue is not German. It not only serves to improve German language skills, but it also provides insight into daily Swiss life.
In addition to this intensive course, other free German courses (intermediate and advanced levels) are offered during the semester. For further information: http://www.sprachenzentrum.unizh.ch

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Be aware: Immigration and employment formalities are subjects to constant changes.
The information mentioned below were valid in June 2003. To make sure that the information is still valid, please contact the “Ressort Internationale Beziehungen/Mobilitätsstelle Erasmus“ (for the address, please see page 13).
For mobility students, a residence permit issued by the immigration police (“Fremdenpolizei“) is required.
Students visiting from countries requiring a visa (usually countries which are not part of the
EU or EEC) must apply for a visa at the Swiss Embassy or Swiss Consulate in their home country at least one month in advance.
Within eight days of arrival in Switzerland, all students must register with the office responsible for resident records in the city district in which they are living (“Kreisbüro“) (http://www.stadtzuerich.ch/kap11/personalmeldeamt). Students residing outside the city of Zurich must register with the Federal Bureau of Residence Registration in the community in which they are living.
Students must produce the following documents when registering:
• Valid passport
• Visa (for students from countries requiring a visa)
• 2 passport photos
• Confirmation of registration of the University of Zurich
• CHF 20.00 (registration fee)
One week to one month after registration, the office responsible for resident records (“Kreisbüro“) or the Federal Bureau of Residence Registration will notify students to get their residence permit and identity card for foreigners (“Ausländerausweis“). Handling charges for the immigration police and fees for residence permits and identity card for foreigners vary according the duration of stay (maximum CHF 100.00).

Students must notify the office responsible for resident records (“Kreisbüro”) or the respective registration office in their municipality of their departure. The earliest this can be done is four weeks prior to departure. The residency permit must be presented at the time of notification.
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There are strict conditions for students working during their studies in Zurich. Any form of employment must be approved by the “Amt für Wirtschaft und Arbeit“ of the canton of Zurich.
For further information see: http://www.awa.zh.ch/
See Health Care and Insurance.
Students will plan their journey to Zurich on their own. Students who arrive by air should be aware that the taxi fare from the airport to the city is relatively expensive (approximately CHF
45.00). A less expensive way to travel is by train, which costs approximately CHF 10.00 and only takes a few minutes directly from the airport to the main train station in downtown Zurich.
University of Zurich
Ressort Internationale Beziehungen/Mobilitätsstelle Erasmus
Rämistrasse 71, 8006 Zürich
Contact: Mr Yvo Rüttimann
Tel: +41 44 634 22 66
E-mail: mobility@zuv.unizh.ch

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In comparison to most other European countries, the cost of living in Switzerland is high. The following lists the average costs per month :
Accomodation: CHF 400.00
up to 700.00
(personnel house or appartement with other people)
Food: CHF 350.00
up to 500.00
Public transportation: CHF 50.00
up to 100.00
Education:
Health insurance:
Miscellaneous:
CHF 0.00
CHF 200.00
CHF 400.00
up to 100.00
(approximately)
(approximately)
(books, fieldtrips etc.)
Total (approximately): CHF1‘400.00
up to 2‘000.00
Please note that students in veterinary medicine are advised to bring appropriate work clothing, stethoscope and boots, unless they want to purchase these items in Zurich (approximate cost of CHF 250.00). There is also an additional cost of CHF 200.00 to 250.00 per semester for course materials. There are no examination fees for Socrates/Erasmus students.
http://www.zfv-catering.ch/unimensen
The large (”Mensa”) and small (”Cafeteria”) cafeterias of the University of Zurich offer a reasonably priced and diverse menu, which includes meat and vegetarian meals, salads, sandwiches, snacks, desserts and baked goods. The meat originates from animal-friendly farms, and the fruits and vegetables of the season come from organic and integrated growers of the area. Students receive price discounts with their student identification card.
The cafeteria of the Veterinary College is open Monday to Friday, 7:00–16:00. Business hours during holidays are posted.

In the main building of the University of Zurich (”Zürich Zentrum”), there are 4 restaurants:
Mensa A, Mensa B, the cafeteria ”Lichthof” and the cafeteria ”Kaffeebar Rondell”.
Business hours (subject to change):
Mensa A/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 7:30–20:00
Every 2 nd Saturday, 10:00–14:00 (alternating with ETH Mensa)
Mensa A/during holidays:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–19:30
Mensa B/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 11:00–14:00
“Lichthof”/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 7:30–16:15
“Kaffeebar Rondell”/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 7:30–17:15
“Kaffeebar Rondell”/ during holidays:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–16:00
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The Irchel Campus of the University of Zurich has one large Cafeteria (”Mensa”) and 3 small cafeterias (”Brunnenhof”, ”Seerose” and ”Atrium”).
Business hours (subject to change):
Mensa/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 11:00–14:00
Mensa/during the holidays:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–17:00
Cafeteria ”Brunnenhof”/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 8:30–16:30
Cafeteria ”Brunnenhof”/during holidays:
Monday to Friday, 8:30–16:30
Cafeteria ”Seerose”/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 7:30–18:30
Cafeteria ”Atrium”/during the semester:
Monday to Friday, 9:00–16:00
Both cafeterias ”Seerose” and ”Atrium” are closed during holidays.

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http://www.mensa.ethz.ch
The restaurants at the ETH (Polytechnical Institute) are also open to students of the University of Zurich. The menu and prices are similar to those of the restaurants at the University of
Zurich, and students receive price discounts with their student identification card.
There are numerous newspapers and magazines in German, English, French and Italian at the Cafeteria ”Polyterrasse”.
Mensa “Polyterrasse“
Business hours (subject to change):
Monday to Friday, 11:15–14:00 and 17:30–19:15
Cafeteria “Polyterrasse” (Fast Food)
Business hours (subject to change):
Monday to Friday, 6:45–16:00
Polysnack Main Building (”Hauptgebäude”)
Business hours (subject to change):
Monday to Friday, 7:30–19:00
Kitchen is open from 11:00–13:30
There are additional cafeterias in the various institutes.
Studikafi bqm (http://www.bqm-studicafe.ch)
Located next to the Cafeteria “Polyterrasse”.
The “Studikafi bqm” is run by students from both universities and offers a comfortable atmosphere and modern interior design for coffee breaks and after-class relaxation. Cultural events take place here on a regular basis.
ESN-Pub-Night (Erasmus student network)
The ESN-Pub-Night provides good opportunities for students to socialize. The ESN can provide further information (for the address, please see Extracurricular Activities).

http://www.unizh.ch/leben/wohnen/
The University of Zurich does not have student residences. However, several university organizations (WOKO, Student Housing) can help students find lodging. Student Housing
(address below) provides a free brochure called the ”Wohnbulletin”, which lists the addresses of approximately 20 privately run boarding houses (also on the Internet: www.rektorat.ethz.ch/ studentenbetreuung/wohnbulletin.html).
Students may also find a room in a personnel house of a hospital or share an appartment with other people.
The ”Wohnbulletin” and a list of contact addresses for personnel houses are sent to all
Socrates/Erasmus students at the end of June.
Monthly rent for a room in a boarding house, in a personnel house or in an appartment with other people ranges from CHF 400.00 to 700.00.
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(Studentische Wohngenossenschaft=WOKO)
Leonhardstrasse 15
8001 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 632 42 90
Fax: +41 44 632 11 06
Telephone help line: Monday to Thursday, 9:00–13:00
Office hours: Monday to Thursday, 11:00–13:15 http://www.woko.ch
E-Mail: woko@woko.ethz.ch
WOKO rents approximately 1,000 furnished rooms in boarding houses to students.
(Zimmervermittlungsstelle)
Sonneggstrasse 27
8006 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 632 20 37
Monday to Friday, 9:00–11:00 and 12:30–15:00 http://www.unizh.ch/leben/wohnen/zimmer.html or www.wohnen.ethz.ch
Available: furnished and unfurnished rooms
Please note: The addresses of landlords are given only to students with a student identification card. Thus, you must register at the university first!

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(Verein für Jugendwohnhilfe)
Morgartenstrasse 22
8004 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 298 20 40
Monday to Thursday, 10:00–12:00 http://www.juwo.ch
This organization also offers inexpensive housing for young people during their education
(unfurnished rooms in boarding houses).
Please note that rooms in boarding houses are usually unfurnished. Rooms for rent are posted on many bulletin boards. The largest selection of rooms for rent can be found on bulletin boards in the following locations:
University of Zurich Centre
• At the Mensa A
• Main building: beside the lavatories on various floors
• ERASMUS bulletin board at the International Relations Office
University of Zurich Irchel Campus
• Several notice boards around the foyer (”Lichthof”)
ETH
• Main building at the Rämistrasse entrance (on the back of the notice boards with official
ETH information)
• At the Cafeteria “Polyterrasse“
Looking for a room on the Internet
• http://www.wgzimmer.ch
• http://www.marktplatz.unizh.ch
Veterinary Teaching Hospital (“Tierspital“)
• In the passage outside of the Anatomy lecture hall
• In the entrance of the Mensa
• At “Grosstierempfang“
Students who want to find a room on their own may chose to stay at the youth hostel
(”Jugendherberge”) or at the Backpacker Hostel for a few days. The addresses are listed below.

Youth Hostel (“Jugendherberge SJH“)
Mutschellenstrasse 114
8038 Zürich
Tel: +41 43 399 78 00
Fax: +41 43 399 78 01 http://www.youthhostel.ch
E-Mail: zuerich@youthhostel.ch
Cost: approximately CHF 30.00 per night (dormitory)
How to get there: Tram No. 7 from the Main Train Station (”Hauptbahnhof”) to station
”Morgenthal” (destination ”Wollishofen”).
City Backpacker Hostel (Hotel Biber)
Niederdorfstrasse 5
8001 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 251 90 15
Fax: +41 44 251 90 24
E-mail: sleep@city-backpacker.ch
http://www.backpacker.ch
Cost: approximately CHF 30.00 per night (dormitory)
How to get there: On foot from the Main Train Station to ”Central”; then follow “Niederdorfstrasse” (approximately 10 minutes).
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It is important to note that in Switzerland, a tenant must give a landlord notice before vacating his/her lodgings. Details pertaining to notice of departure are in the rental contract. In the case that there is no rental contract, the tenant should discuss terms of notice and payment for damages with the landlord before renting.
Students who incur problems with their landlord may contact the legal counselling office
(”Rechtsberatungsstelle”) for students or the Tenants Association.
”Verein Rechtsberatungsstelle der StudentInnenschaft”
Every Wednesday in semester from 12:00–14:00 in “Stuz” (Leonhardstrasse 19) http://www.unizh.ch/rebeko/
Free legal counselling for students of the university and the ETH.
Tenants Association (”Mieterinnen-und Mieterverband”) Zurich
Tellstrasse 31
8004 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 241 91 44
There are no consultations over the phone!
Office hours: Monday to Wednesday, 15:30–18:00 and Thursday, 15:30–19:00 http://www.mieterverband.ch/zuerich/
With costs!

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Throughout Switzerland, people who require medical care may chose their own general practitioner or specialists. Students should know beforehand what costs are covered by their health insurance plan. Although the International Relations Office does not make doctor appointments for students, it can be contacted if assistance is required. (For the address of the International Relations Office, please see under Registration.)
All people who live longer than three months in Switzerland must have a health insurance policy.
For further information the International Relations Office (address see under Registration) provides a free paper called “Notice of Health Insurance in Switzerland” (also on the Internet: http:// www.int.unizh.ch/in/tipps/index.html#krankenversicherung
).
In addition it is possible to contact the Health Insurance Advisory Board ”KraBe”.
KraBe
University of Zürich, Main Building, F107 (Auslandschalter)
Tuesday, 16:00–18:00
ETH-Main Building (”Hauptgebäude”) D 60.1
Thursday, 16:00–18:00
Tel: +41 44 632 20 63
E-mail: Krankenversicherungsberatung@zuv.unizh.ch
Information Centre (”Beratungsdienst”) for Special Needs Students
Beratungsstelle für Studierende mit Behinderungen
Rämistrasse 71, KOL E 9/10
8001 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 634 45 44
Fax: +41 44 634 49 74 http://www.behinderung.unizh.ch
Services offered by this information centre to students with special needs include the following: individual academic counselling, help and advice with transportation problems, help with

Zähringerplatz 6
8001 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 268 31 00
Fax: +41 44 268 32 90 http://www.zb.unizh.ch
Reading rooms and catalogue hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–20:00
Saturday, 8:00–16:00
Checking out and returning library material:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–18:00
Saturday, 8:00–16:00
Disciplines: Archaeology, History, Archives and Library Science, Ethnology, Film, Geological
Science, Art and Art History, Literature and Languages, Medicine, Music, Natural Sciences,
Education, Psychology, Philosophy, Political Science, Law, Religion and Theology, Sociology and Economic Sciences.
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Teaching section
Strickhofstrasse 35
8057 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 635 47 21
Fax: +41 44 635 68 08 http://www.hbi.unizh.ch/sites/allglzi.html
Reading rooms are open:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–20:00
Checking out and returning library material:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–18:00
Selection:
• Text books, journals etc., relating to Natural Sciences and Medicine
• Five reading rooms with a total of 200 work places
• Reading lounge with daily and weekly newspapers, outdoor reading garden
• Computer, electric typewriters, paper cutting machines
• Audiovisual room (equipment for viewing videos and slides) etc.

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Research section
Winterthurerstrasse 190
8057 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 635 41 51
Fax: +41 44 635 59 01 http://www.hbi.unizh.ch/sites/allgfbi.html
Reading room hours and checking out of library material: Monday to Friday, 8:30–17:30
Selection:
• Journals, references etc. relating to Biochemistry, Physiology, Physics, Zoology and
Chemistry
• Work spaces
• Computer and networking stations
• Reading room with daily and weekly newspapers
• Reader-printer for microfiches
• Electric typewriters, paper cutting machines, colour copier
(http://www.opac.unizh.ch)
The catalogue network IDS of the University of Zurich has access to more than 100 libraries of all faculties and departments of the University of Zurich.
Main building
Winterthurerstrasse 260
8057 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 635 81 25 http://www.vetbiblio.unizh.ch
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:30–20:00
• Open-shelf library / lending library
• Work places
• Computer work places
• Connections for Laptops
• Veterinary textbooks and learning software
Winterthurerstrasse 260 / next to Mensa
8057 Zürich
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00–17:00
• 3 computer work places
• 3 places to work with a microscope
• Work places
• Anatomical and surgical preparations

Rämistrasse 101
8006 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 632 21 35
Fax: +41 44 632 10 87 http://www.ethbib.ethz.ch/
Reading room is open:
Monday to Friday, 8:30–21:00
Saturday, 9:00–16:45
Sunday, 10:00–17:00
Checking out library material:
Monday to Friday, 8:30–21:00
Saturday, 9:00–14:00
Reading room:
• More than 150 work places
• Reference books, encyclopedias, dictionaries, textbooks
• Approximately 1000 journals, daily and weekly newspapers (including papers in German,
French, Italian and English)
The ETH Library is the national centre for literature and information for Engineering and
Natural Sciences. In addition, it contains several specialty collections (historical scientific collection, map collection, microforms, media collection with audio and visual documentations).
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The Swiss Social Archive has a large selection of books, brochures, journals, newspapers and leaflets concerning all relevant aspects of society, although the emphasis is on economic and social history.
Schweizerisches Sozialarchiv
Stadelhoferstr. 12
8001 Zürich
Tel: +41 43 268 87 50
Fax: +41 43 268 87 59 http://www.sozialarchiv.ch/
Reading room is open:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–20:00
Saturday, 9:00–16:00
Checking out material:
Monday to Friday, 10:00–20:00
Saturday, 11:00–16:00

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Air traffic
Zurich Airport is an international airport located north of the city of Zurich. It offers fast, direct and comfortable connections to numerous destinations around the world. Fast trains and high-speed city railways travel several times per hour from downtown Zurich (Main Train
Station) to the airport; travel time is approximately 10 minutes.
Railway (http://www.sbb.ch)
The Main Train Station in Zurich is an important junction in both the Swiss and European railway systems. It offers punctual and rapid transportation to the majority of European cities.
Switzerland does not have a long-distance bus system.
Public Transportation in Zurich (”VBZ”) and Surrounding Area (http://www.vbz.ch)
The city of Zurich has an extensive and excellent network of public transportation, which operates daily from 5:00 to 0:30 with frequent intervals. Tickets are valid for all types of transportation (bus, tram, high-speed railway, ferries and funiculars). In 1988, the public transportation system of the city of Zurich, the high-speed railway system that connects the city of Zurich with other cities and towns of the canton, several bus companies in the greater
Zurich area, and the lake Zurich fleet amalgamated to form the Zurich Public Transportation
Association (”Zürcher Verkehrsverbund”). There is a standard fare system. The canton is divided into zones, and a ticket allows the passenger to use all types of transportation within a zone.
Bicycle
Those accustomed to busy traffic can reach most city destinations by bicycle. However, cycling on a busy road is not always safe. When present, use of bicycle lanes is mandatory.
Cycling on sidewalks or in pedestrian zones is not allowed. Please note that all bicycles must have a bicycle license (a sticker called ”Velovignette”). This license is proof of liability insurance, required in cases of traffic accident or property damage involving the bicycle. There is a charge for transporting a bicycle with public transportation.
Automobile
Switzerland has an extensive network of highways (”Nationalstrassen”). An official highway sticker (”Autobahn-Vignette”) must be purchased and displayed on the front windshield in order to travel on national highways. This sticker is good for one year and must be renewed on the 1 st of January of each year. A foreign driver’s license is good for one year from the date of entry into Switzerland. It is mandatory to wear seatbelts.
Taxi
Travelling by taxi is very expensive in Switzerland.
The telephone numbers of all taxi companies can be found in the telephone book under the heading ”Taxi”.

Opening a Bank Account
Students may maintain their bank accounts in their homeland and withdraw money in
Switzerland at a bank machine using an EC or credit card. This is the easiest method for the student, although there is a service charge for each transaction.
Students may chose to open an account in one of the many banks or post offices in Zurich.
Paying Bills
Bills for rent, telephone etc. can be paid by cash at the post office or by payment contract through a Swiss bank or the post office. Generally, these services are subject to a service charge.
In contrast to some European countries, payment by cheque does not exist in Switzerland.
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ESN is a pan-European student organization, which is neutral with regard to politics and religion. Its goal is to help Socrates/Erasmus students integrate socially in their guest country.
Thus, ESN organizes different outings and trips and monthly social evenings.
In addition, the ESN offers a mentor system. Interested Socrates/Erasmus students can be matched with a mentor, who may meet the student at the airport and take them to their lodgings, help with registration at the university and the immigration office and show them around the city of Zurich. Mentors provide advice on day-to-day living and introduce Erasmus students to other, preferably local, students. Mentors are students in Zurich and most are former Socrates/Erasmus students, who are familiar with the initial problems encountered at a foreign university.
ESN Zurich
Leonhardstrasse 15
8001 Zürich
Tel. +41 44 632 57 94 (Thursday, 17:30–19:00 Uhr)
Fax + 41 44 632 12 27 http://www.esn.ch (ESN Switzerland) http://www.esn.ethz.ch (ESN Zurich)
The city of Zurich offers a rich variety of cultural events, parties and other forms of entertainment.
Detailed information can be obtained in newspapers, university bulletin boards, the Internet etc. These are some sources:
• The weekly entertainment calendar ”ZüriTipp” (Thursday’s edition of the ”Tages-Anzeiger”)
• The weekly entertainment calendar “NZZ Ticket” (Thursday’s edition of the “NZZ”)
• http://www.zuerich.ch
• http://www.zurichtourism.ch
• http://www.kulturinfo.ch (city of Zurich)
• http://www.usgang.ch (online-party-calendar for Zurich and the surroundings)
The city of Zurich is located close to the Alps, where a variety activities can be enjoyed, such as mountain walking, snowboarding, skiing, hiking and others. Lake Zurich also offers a variety of year-round activities.
Students interested in sports will find a diverse sports programme at the University of Zurich.
For further information, contact this website: http://www.asvz.ch

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Prof. Dr. Felix Ehrensperger
Institute of Veterinary Pathology
TDI 10.104
Winterthurerstrasse 268, 272
CH-8057 Zürich
Tel. +41 44 635 85 63
E-Mail: fehr@vetpath.unizh.ch
Consultation by appointment
Prof. Dr. Thomas A. Lutz
Institute of Veterinary Physiology
TSA 00.21
Winterthurerstrasse 260
CH-8057 Zürich
Tel. +41 44 635 88 08
E-Mail: tomlutz@vetphys.unizh.ch
Consultation by appointment
Dean
Faculty board (elected for two years)
Deputy Dean
Teaching
Deputy Dean
Planning and
Research
Faculty assembly:
Professors and associate professors, 2 PDs‘ representatives,
2 assistants‘ representatives, 2 students‘ representatives
Assembly of the directors of the clinics
Assembly of the directors of the institutes
Assembly of the PDs
Assembly of the assistants
Assembly of the students

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Institute of Veterinary
Anatomy
Institute of Veterinary
Biochemistry and
Molecular Biology
Preclinical Institutes
Department of
Veterinary Physiology and Animal Nutrition
Institute of Veterinary
Physiology
Institute of Animal
Nutrition
Institute of Veterinary
Bacteriology
Institute of Parasitology
Institute of Virology
Paraclinical (Diagnostic) Institutes
Institute of Veterinary
Pathology
Institute of Veterinary
Pharmacology and
Toxicology
Institute of Laboratory
Animals
Institute for Food Safety and Hygiene
Institute for Breeding
Biology
Department for Small
Animals
Clinic for Small
Animal Medicine
Clinic for Small
Animal Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging /
Radio-Oncology
Zoo and Wild
Animals and Exotic
Pets Unit
Ophthalmology Unit
Small Animal
Reproduction Unit
Clinics (Veterinary Hospital)
Clinic for Horses
Horse Surgery Unit
Equine Performance
Centre
Internal Medicine
Unit
Musculoskeletal
Research Unit
Anaesthesiology Unit
Department for Farm
Animals
Clinic for Ruminants
Clinic for Large
Animal Reproduction
Ambulatory Clinic and Herd
Management Unit
Unit of Swine
Diseases
Unit of Laboratory
Diagnostics

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital is both a teaching and referral hospital. It provides service to many parts of Switzerland and even areas outside the country.
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Number of Patients in 2004
Number of
Treatment
Total Out-Patients In-Patients Days in Hospital
Small Animals
Horses
Food Animals
Zoo and Wild Animals and Exotic Pets
12‘299
2‘517
1‘605
1‘823
9‘071
1‘453
681
1‘187
3‘228
1‘064
924
636
17‘988
8‘791
9‘014
3‘892
The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine‘s research focus is in the following areas:
1. Proteomics
2. Veterinary Preventive Medicine
3. Radio-oncology
Full professors
Associate professors
Senior lecturers
Junior lecturers
Administrative and technical staff
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5
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In 2004, there were 661 students (141 male and 520 female; 114 foreign students) registered in the veterinary medicine degree programme (including graduate students). 57 students graduated, and 66 graduate students completed their dissertations.

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The degree in veterinary medicine is a five-year programme, which is strictly regulated. The course outline can be found at: http://www.vet.unizh.ch. Each year of the programme starts in the fall.
For students of the Socrates/Erasmus programme there are special rules for examinations
(see Erasmus-Examinations).
The curriculum for the degree in veterinary medicine is being revised with the goal of introducing students to relevant veterinary topics early in the programme. As well, vertical and horizontal integration of subjects will allow the student to better connect the knowledge of preclinical (anatomy, physiology etc.), paraclinical (pathology, microbiology, parasitology etc.) and clinical subjects. Students will be tested on the subject matter at the end of each module to promote continuous learning.
The first year of the revised curriculum has started in 2003/2004; the implementation of the subsequent programme years will be staggered.
Table: Implementation of the new curriculum for veterinary medicine
P r o g r a m m e y e a r
1 s t y e a r
2
2
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
4
5 /
/
/ 4
5
6
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
2
2
0
0
0
0
6
7 /
/ 7
8
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m y e a r
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
3 r d y e a r
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
4 t h y e a r
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
5 t h y e a r
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
O l d c u r r i c u l u m
N e w c u r r i c u l u m
Recommendations for students of the Socrates/Erasmus programme for the year
2005/06 :
Entry into the 4th or 5th year of the programme is straightforward. Examinations must be taken according to „Instructions for Erasmus examinations, Vetsuisse Faculty University of
Zurich“.
Entry into the 3rd year of the programme is generally possible; however, an additional year of study may be required.

It needs to be checked previously with the Erasmus coordinator of the students home university if the credits for examinations taken at the Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich will be take into account. We proceed on the assumption that credit can be given only for examinations of the non-organ system modules and not for the organ system modules.
Students in the 4th year of the old curriculum may take examinations that pertain to the old curriculum (first part of final or faculty examinations). If students wish to take examinations in other subjects, this must first be discussed with the Erasmus coordinator of the Vetsuisse
Faculty University of Zurich.
The old curriculum of veterinary medicine comprises five years with two years of preclinical instruction and three years of clinical instruction.
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1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year 5th year
The final examinations (parts 1 and 2) are held in February respectively July.
6 = excellent
5 = good
4 = satisfactory
3 = unsatisfactory
2 = poor
1 = very poor

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Veterinary students study natural sciences jointly with medical and dentistry students.
Subjects:
Introduction to the Swiss health system, physics, general physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, zoology, anatomy, botany, ecology.
The 1st preclinical examination consists of four theoretical examinations of the following combinations:
Biology I (short answer questions)
40% genetics
20% developmental biology, zoology
20% comparative anatomy
10% human embryology
10% questions about the practical trainings
Biology II (100 multiple choice questions)
50% histology
40% anatomy of the locomotor system
10% plant ecology
Physics
75% physics (essay questions)
25% physiology (25 multiple choice questions)
Chemistry
40% anorganic chemistry (8 essay questions)
35% organic chemistry (7 essay questions)
25% biochemistry (25 multiple choice questions)
Basic sciences.
Subjects:
Anatomy, histology, embryology, physiology, biochemistry, ethology.
The 2nd preclinical examination consists of four examinations, each with a theoretical and a practical part:
• Gross anatomy
• Histology, embryology
• Physiology, ethology
• Biochemistry

Clinical and paraclinical sciences.
Subjects:
Pathology, bacteriology, virology, parasitology, immunology, pharmacology, toxicology, animal nutrition, animal breeding and genetics, statistics, history taking and clinical examination, internal medicine, laboratory diagnostics, radiology and radiation protection, surgery, anesthesiology, diseases of zoo animals, exotic pets and wildlife, breeding biology, andrology, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, ethology, food safety and hygiene, veterinary legislation, writing reports.
First part of the final examination:
Students are admitted to the first part of the final examination if they have a. passed the second preclinical examination, and b. completed at least two year of clinical studies after having passed the second preclinical examination.
The first part of the final examination consists of 7 single examinations:
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• Bacteriology and virology
• Parasitology
• Pharmacology and toxicology
• Animal breeding and genetics
• Anesthesiology
• Radiology and isotopes
• Animal nutrition
Clinical and paraclinical sciences.
Subjects:
Internal Medicine, surgery, reproductive medicine, electrocardiography, emergency care, xray interpretation, preventive medicine, epidemics, regulatory medicine, milk hygiene.
Second part of the final examination:
Students are admitted to the second part of the final examination if they have a. passed the first part of the final examination, and b. completed at least one year of clinical studies after having passed the first part of the final examination.

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The second part of the final examination consists of 4 theoretical and 11 practical examinations: a) Theoretical examinations
• Pathology and pathophysiology
• Internal medicine (laboratory diagnostics)
• Epidemics
• Preventive medicine and veterinary legislation b) Practical examinations
Two examinations that receive a full mark is taken in each of the following subjects:
• Large animal internal medicine
• Surgery
• Food safety and hygiene
One examination that receives a full mark is taken in each of the following subjects:
• Post-mortem examination
• Small animal internal medicine
• Reproductive medicine and breeding biology
One examination that receives half mark is taken in each of the following subjects:
• Obstetrics
• Andrology
In the semester holidays of the 4th or 5th year of study each student has to do a 21 working days‘ practical training with a private veterinary practitioner or in a private veterinary clinic to be admitted to the semester prior to the 2nd part of the final examination.
Beginning with the fifth semester the students have to absolve one week of night duty/ semester. Their they will do surveillance und care of emergency patient and assist with emergency consultations, treatments and operations during the night and weekend.

A new and integrated programme, which is coordinated with that of the Vetsuisse Faculty
University of Bern, is being developed and implemented. The first year of the new programme came into effect in the winter semester 2003/04. A detailed student guide and course outline for the 1st and 2nd year of the new programme can be accessed at www.vet.unizh.ch
.
The 1st year of the programme offers the fundamentals of biological science and veterinary medicine. As well, students are introduced to various aspects of animal welfare, animal nutrition and husbandry of farm animals and the role of the veterinarian. In the 2nd and 3rd years, basic veterinary knowledge is presented. This happens through horizontal and vertical integration of various disciplines in the teaching on the organ systems. Subjects, which can not be included in the organ system approach (e.g. Biochemistry, Parasitology, etc.) are also taught during those two years of the programme . The 4th and 5th years build on the knowledge gained in the first three years, and offer specific „hands on“ experience. Students must choose and complete one of the areas of specialization (Small Animals, Farm Animals, Horses,
Biomedical Research, Paraclinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Public Health). Elective subjects are offered for those students interested. The 5th year of the programme involves student rotation through all clinics and institutes at the Vetsuisse Faculty as well as an externship at a private veterinary practice or clinic.
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Scientific fundamentals in relation to veterinary medicine. Introduction to anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, ethology.
Subjects:
General Histology and Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology I (cell biology, classical genetics, developmental biology), Biology II (comparative anatomy, evolution and ecology, neurobiology),
Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Chemistry, Introduction to Animal Welfare and Ethology, Animal
Nutrition, General Anatomy and Physiology, Presentation of Clinical Cases, Physics, Radiation Physics and General Radiology.
Examinations for students in 1st year comprise five theoretical, written examinations (E I-V) in the following groups of subjects:
E I: Chemistry, Physics
E II: General Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry
E III: Musculoskeletal system, Radiation Physics and General Radiology
E IV: Biology I, General Histology and Physiology
E V: Biology II, Animal Nutrition, Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Introduction to
Animal Welfare and Ethology

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Courses in the 2nd and 3rd years of the programme are divided into a non-organ systems approach (NOA) and integrated organ systems approach (OA). The NOA courses comprise a 6-week block at the start of the semester and is followed by one day per week of NOA lectures for the rest of the semester. The NOA courses consist of clinical fundamentals and courses in preclinical and paraclinical sciences that cannot be integrated into the OA.
The OA is composed of eight organ system modules of the following subjects: Anatomy,
Histology and Embryology, Surgical Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology, Imaging
Modalities, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Organ-Specific Clinical Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Organ Pathology.
Subjects of the 2nd year :
NOA: General Surgery and General Anaesthesiology, General Pathology, General
Pharmacology and Toxicology, General Animal Husbandry (Animal Nutrition, Breeding and
Genetics, Animal Husbandry Systems/Animal Welfare/Ethology), Bacteriology, Biochemistry,
Immunology, Parasitology, Clinical Introductory Courses.
OA: Blood (including organs of the immune system and laboratory medicine), Musculoskeletal system, Gastrointestinal system (including metabolism).
Examinations for students in 2nd year consist of eight theoretical examinations
(E); E 1–3 take place at the end of the winter semester and E 5–8 take place at the end of the summer semester. Examinations 6 and 7 are oral and E 1–5 and 8 are written in the format of multiple choice or short-answer questions.
E 1: General Surgery/General Anaesthesiology, General Pharmacology/Toxicology
E 2: Organ System Module: Blood (incl. immune system and laboratory medicine)
E 3: Organ System Module: Musculoskeletal System
E 4: General Pathology
E 5: Immunology
E 6: Bacteriology
E 7: Biochemistry
E 8: Organ System Module: Gastrointestinal System (including metabolism)

Subjects of the 3rd year :
NOA: General Animal Husbandry (Animal Nutrition), Fundamentals of Veterinary Public
Health (Food Safety, Diseases and Zoonoses, Epidemiology, Environmental Hygiene),
Parasitology, Clinical Introductory Courses including Topographical Anatomy, Virology.
OA: Heart/Circulatory system/Respiratory system, Kidneys/Fluid and Electrolyte Balance,
Skin/Thermoregulation, Central Nervous system/Sensory Organs, Reproduction/Mammary gland.
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Examinations for students in the 3rd year of the programme consist of 10 single examinations (E); E 1–4 take place at the end of the winter semester and E
5–10 take place at the end of the summer semester.
E 1: General Animal Husbandry
E 2: Organ System Module: Heart, Circulatory System, Respiratory System
E 3: Organ System Module: Kidneys, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
E 4: Parasitology
E 5: Fundamentals of Veterinary Public Health
E 6: Virology
E 7: Organ System Module: Skin, Thermoregulation
E 8: Organ System Module: Central Nervous System, Sensory Organs
E 9: Organ System Module: Reproduction and Mammary Gland
E 10:Clinical Introductory Courses including Topographical Anatomy
Courses in 4th year include the work-up of clinical cases based on clinical lead signs (e.g.
fever, nasal discharge, dyspnea, etc.). In addition, other topics and problems in veterinary medicine are explored. In the 4th and 5th year of the programme, students have the opportunity to specialize in one of the following areas: Small Animals, Farm Animals, Horses,
Biomedical Research, Paraclinical Diagnostics or Veterinary Public Health
In the 5th year of the programme, students will undergo a rotation among the various clinics and institutes of the Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich. As well, students must complete a 4-week externship in a veterinary practice or clinic not associated with a university.

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For Swiss citizens and citizens of foreign countries whose parents reside in Switzerland, medical examinations are governed by federal regulations (”Eidgenössisches Staatsexamen”, federal examination). The resulting federal diploma entitles the holder to practice veterinary medicine in any part of Switzerland.
For citizens of foreign countries whose parents do not reside in Switzerland, medical examinations are governed by regulations put forward by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Zurich (Licencing Examination of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine).
The resulting diploma does not qualify the holder to practice in Switzerland other than under supervision of a veterinarian with a federal diploma.
For further information, please read ”Allgemeine Medizinalprüfungsverordnung” (Regulations for Medical Examinations in Switzerland). It can be purchased at the Federal Documentation
Centre in Berne (BBL/EDMZ, CH-3003 Bern, Telephone, +41 31 325 50 50, Fax: +41 31 325
50 58, http://www.bundespublikationen.ch).
It is important that students make sure that Swiss veterinary degree examinations are recognized by their own university before they register for the examinations.
When completing the learning agreement the examination subjects to be taken in the host country must be stated after consultation with the Socrates/Erasmus Faculty Coordinators of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Zurich. Should there be no official examination for a particular subject which the student can sit, then a so-called Erasmus examination will be arranged if required.
For further information, please see “Guidelines for the Erasmus examinations at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Zurich“. It is available at the Dean‘s Office.
„In general our aim is to give more clarity in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.“
The Veterinary Student Association at the University of Zurich has its own homepage: http://www.fvvetmed.unizh.ch

The Museum of Veterinary Medicine History shows the change of veterinary medicine from a
„commercial“ to a natural science profession. In additon the exhibition shows an overview of the history of veterinary medicine at the University of Zurich.
The A. & M. Mahler Microscope Collection Zurich presents a rich collection of microscopes from the 18th, 19th and 20th century, which were and are very important instruments in sciences and diagnostics also in veterinary medicine.
Opening hours:
The Museum of Veterinary Medicine History and the A. & M. Mahler Microscope Collection
Zurich can only be visited with a guide. The guided tour is free of charge. For a guided tour please phone: +41 44 635 81 21
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The collection shows numerous anatomic preparations and exhibits of veterinary surgery.
For students and staff of the veterinary faculty the collection is open from Monday to Friday,
7:00 to 18:00. The admission is free.
See also: “Libraries and Resource Centres“, “Veterinary Anatomy Collection“

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Academic Year, Organization of the ........................................................................
7
Accommodation ...................................................................................................... 17
Addresses................................................................................................................
4
Admission to Medical Examinations ....................................................................... 38
Airport, Zurich .................................................................................................... 13, 24
Application for a Socrates/Erasmus Fellowship ...................................................... 10
Automobile .............................................................................................................. 24
Banks ...................................................................................................................... 25
Bicycle ..................................................................................................................... 24
Cafeteria/Veterinary Teaching Hospital (”Tierspital”) ............................................... 14
City Backpacker Hostel ........................................................................................... 19
Clinics of Veterinary Medicine/Overview ................................................................. 28
Cost of Living .......................................................................................................... 14
Courses ...................................................................................................... see Part 2
Credits ........................................................................................................ see Part 2
Departure from Switzerland ................................................................................... 13
Departure from University ....................................................................................... 11
Doctors: see Medical Care
Employment ...........................................................................................................
13
Entertainment .........................................................................................................
26
Erasmus Student Network (ESN) ..........................................................................
26
Examinations .........................................................................................................
30
Examination Costs: see Living in Zurich/General
Examinations, Erasmus .................................................................................... 31, 38
Extracurricular Activities ........................................................................................
26
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine/Overview ..............................................................
27
Health Care and Insurance ...................................................................................
20
History/Museum of Veterinary Medicine ...............................................................
39
History/University of Zurich ...................................................................................
9
Housing/Accommodation ......................................................................................
17
Immigration Formalities ..........................................................................................
12
Institutes of Veterinary Medicine/Overview ............................................................
28
International Relations Office .................................................................................
13
Language Proficiency .............................................................................................
11
Learning Agreement ...............................................................................................
10
Libraries at the Universities ........................................................................
21, 22, 23
Library of the Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich ......................................
22
Maps ........................................................................................................................
6
Medical Care ............................................................................................................ 20

Mensa/ETH .............................................................................................................. 16
Mensa/ University of Zurich Centre .......................................................................... 15
Mensa/University of Zurich Irchel Campus .............................................................. 15
Mensa/Veterinary Teaching Hospital ........................................................................ 14
Museum of Veterinary Medicine History .................................................................. 39
Newspapers/Magazines ........................................................................ 16, 21, 22, 23
Personnel Statistics/Vetsuisse Faculty University of Zurich ...............................
29
Post Office .............................................................................................................. 25
Public Transportation .............................................................................................. 24
Qualifications for Veterinary Medical Examinations and Diplomas ........................
38
Railway ...................................................................................................................
24
Registration ............................................................................................................
10
Research/Vetsuisse University of Zurich ..............................................................
29
Residency Permit ................................................................................................... 12
Restaurants: see Mensa
Socrates/Erasmus Coordinator .............................................................................
5
Socrates/Erasmus Faculty Coordinators ..............................................................
27
Special Needs Students ......................................................................................... 20
Sports: see Extracurricular Activities
Stipend ...................................................................................................................
11
Student Advisor: see Socrates/Erasmus Faculty Coordinators
Student Association ...............................................................................................
38
Swiss Social Archive ..............................................................................................
23
Taxi ................................................................................................................... 13, 24
Transportation, Public ...........................................................................................
24
Travel Arrangements .............................................................................................
13
University of Zurich ................................................................................................
9
Veterinary Anatomy Collection .......................................................................... 22, 39
Veterinary Degree Programme/Curriculum revision ..............................................
30
Veterinary Degree Programme/New Curriculum: overview on Courses and Examinations .................................................................. 35
Veterinary Degree Programme/Old Curriculum: overview on Courses and Examinations .................................................................. 31
Veterinary Degree Programme/Grades .................................................................. 31
Veterinary Degree Programme/Organization of Examinations ................................ 31
Veterinary Degree Programme/Qualifications for Veterinary Medical
Examination and Diplomas ..................................................................................... 38
Veterinary Teaching Hospital .................................................................................. 29
Working in Zurich: see Employment
Youth Hostel ........................................................................................................... 19
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Part 2
Semester Programme 2006/2007
List and Description of Courses

SEMESTER MENU WS 2006/7
Year 2
Course
General Anaesthesiology
General Surgery
General Ethology and Animal
Husbandry Systems I
General Pathology I
General Principles of
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Bacteriology I
Immunology I
Organ System Module:
Musculoskeletal System
Organ System Module:
Musculoskeletal System (Practical
Course)
Organ System Module: Blood,
Organs of the Immune System and
Laboratory Medicine
Organ System Module: Blood,
Organs of the Immune System and
Laboratory Medicine (Practical
Special Molecular Biology
24
41
18
12
22
Total 354
29
28
81
16
23
25 h/sem
12
23
Belongs to Module
General Surgery and
Anaesthesiology, General Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology
General Surgery and
Anaesthesiology, General Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology
General Animal Husbandry
General Pathology
General Surgery and
Anaesthesiology, General Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Bacteriology
Immunology
Organ System Module:
Musculoskeletal System
Organ System Module:
Musculoskeletal System
Organ System Module: Blood,
Organs of the Immune System and
Laboratory Medicine
Organ System Module: Blood,
Organs of the Immune System and
Laboratory Medicine
Clinical Introductory Course
Biochemistry II
1

SEMESTER MENU WS 2006/7
Year 3
Course
Introduction to Animal Nutrition II
Fundamentals of Veterinary Public
Health I
Organ System Module: Kidneys,
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Organ System Module: Kidneys,
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
(Practical Course)
Organ System Module: Heart,
Circulatory System, Respiratory
System
Organ System Module: Heart,
Circulatory System, Respiratory
System (Practical Course)
Parasitology II
Virology I h/sem
23
35
70
12
115
34
29
29
Total 347
2
Belongs to Module
General Animal Husbandry
Fundamentals of Veterinary Public
Health
Organ System Module: Kidneys, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Organ System Module: Kidneys, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Organ System Module: Heart,
Circulatory System, Respiratory
System
Organ System Module: Heart,
Circulatory System, Respiratory
System
Parasitology
Virology

SEMESTER MENU WS 2006/7
Year 4
Course
Endocrinology
Evidence Based Medicine
Principles of neonatology and obstetrics
Exotic pets, wildlife, zoo animals and fish
Immunoinfectiology
Clinical Pathlogy
Clinical Toxicology and Residue
Toxicology
Clinical practice I
Complementary Medicine
Microbiological and Pathological
Laboratory Diagnostics
Oncology
Practice Management
Shock
Swine Medicine
Necropsy: Practical Course
Anesthesiology in the Different
Species
Veterinary Legislation
Animal Welfare Legislation
Epidemiology
Veterinary Pharmacy Practice h/sem
38
6
8
28
8
12
10
8
8
6
7
10
6
4
8
40
9
14
32
4
Total 266
Belongs to Module
Clinical subjects
VPH II
Clinical subjects
Clinical subjects
Paraclinical Subjects
Clinical subjects
Clinical subjects
Clinical Practice
Clinical subjects
Paraclinical Subjects
Clinical subjects
Practice Management
Clinical subjects
Clinical subjects
Paraclinical Subjects
Clinical subjects
Practice Management
VPH II
VPH II
Practice Management
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,
WS 2006/7 4
Year 5
Ambulatory Practice
Animal Health and Animal Welfare Legislation
Case Presentations in Internal Medicine
Case Presentations in Reproductive Medicine
Case Presentations in Surgery
Clinical Colloquium
Clinical Training in Small Groups
Diagnostics in Pathology and Bacteriology
Diseases in Poultry
Emergency Duty
General Histopathology: Discussion of Selected Issues
Internal Medicine I
Necropsy: Practical Course and Demonstrations II
Perinatal and Neonatal Diseases
Practical Course in Laboratory Diagnostics
Practical Course in Ophthalmologic Surgery
Practical Course in Swine Medicine
Prevention in Small Animal Breeding
P
L
Principles of Food Hygiene and Technology, with practical course
Prophylaxis in Veterinary Medicine
P,L
P,L
Swine Herd Health and Swine Diseases II
Ultrasonography in Cattle
L
L
P
P
P
L
L
P
P,L
L
P
L
P
P,L
P
P
P
L
Total WS 2006/7
16
14
4-6
28
14
50
14
42
2
14
28
28
14
56
28
16*
18
28
28
2
28
14
4
530
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
3
2
1
1
4
2
2
2
2 h/sem h/week Credits
0.5
1
0.5
1
1
1.5
1
3
1.5
1
2.5
2
0.5
2
1.5
1.5
1
2.5
1.5
1
0.5
28.5
L = Lectures, P = Practical course/training, C = Colloquium, S = Seminar * 4 half days = 0.5 credits

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Year 2
Course
General Ethology and Animal
Husbandry Systems
General Pathology II
General Livestock Breeding
Introduction to Animal Nutrition I
Bacteriology II
Immunology II
Intermediary Metabolism
Organ System Module:
Gastrointestinal System and
Metabolism
Organ System Module:
Gastrointestinal System and
Metabolism (Practical Course)
Parasitology I
Water Soluble Vitamines h/sem
19
17
28
125
23
28
19
29
38
29
8
Total 363
Belongs to Module
General Animal Husbandry
General Pathology
General Animal Husbandry
General Animal Husbandry
Bacteriology
Immunology
Biochemistry II
Organ System Module:
Gastrointestinal System and
Metabolism
Organ System Module:
Gastrointestinal System and
Metabolism
Parasitology
Biochemistry II
5

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Year 3
Course
Fundamentals of Veterinary Public
Health II
Organ System Module:
Reproduction, Mammary Gland
Organ System Module:
Reproduction, Mammary Gland
(Practical Course)
Organ System Module: Skin,
Thermoragulation
Organ System Module: Skin,
Thermoragulation (Practical
Course)
Organ System Module: Central
Nervous System, Sensory Organs
Organ System Module: Central
Nervous System, Sensory Organs
(Practical Course)
Clinical Introductory Course II
Virology II h/sem
35
65
28
41
6
80
25
23
29
Total 332
Belongs to Module
Organ System Module: Skin,
Thermoragulation
Organ System Module: Skin,
Thermoragulation
Organ System Module: Central
Nervous System, Sensory Organs
Organ System Module: Central
Nervous System, Sensory Organs
6
Fundamentals of Veterinary Public
Health
Organ System Module: Reproduction,
Mammary Gland
Organ System Module: Reproduction,
Mammary Gland
Clinical Introductory Course
Virology

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Year 4
Course
Clinical Practice II
Chief Complaint: Acute Abdomen
Chief Complaint: Diarrhea/Vomiting h/sem
28
25
25
Chief Complaint: Cough/Dyspnea
Chief Complaint: Infertility
Chief Complaint: Lameness, Ataxia
Chief Complaint: Weakness, Fits
Chief Complaint:
Polyuria/Polydipsia
Chief Complaint: Pruritus/Alopecia 25
Total 228
25
25
25
25
25
Belongs to Module
Clinical Practice
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
Chief Complaints
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SEMESTER MENU SS 2007
Year 5
Ambulatory Practice
Animal Health and Animal Welfare Legislation
Case Discussion in Histopathology
Case Presentations in Internal Medicine
Case Presentations in Reproductive Medicine
Case Presentations in Surgery
Clinical Colloquium
Clinical Training in Small Groups
Diagnostics in Pathology and Bacteriology
Diseases of Exotic Pets
Diseases of the Forestomachs in Cattle
Diseases of Zoo Animals and Farmed Wild Animals
Emergency Duty
Food Hygiene and Food Safety Management
Necropsy: Practical Course and Demonstrations III
Practical Course in Laboratory Diagnostics II
Practical Course in Pathological Examination and
Inspection of Slaughter Animals and Organs
Practical Course in Swine Medicine
Ultrasonography in Domestic Animals / Radiology in
Large Animals
Veterinary Legislation
Total SS SS 2007
P
L
L h/sem h/week Credits
2
1
1
1.5
2.5
0.5
0.5
1
1
1
2
1
1.5
1.5
1
2.5
0.5
1
2
1.5
4
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
P
P
P
P,L
P
L
L
P,L
L
L
P
P
P
P
L
P,L
P
50
28
16
4
14
28
13
13
13
28
28
14
56
16*
8
28
28
8
2
14
14
415
1
1
1
1.5
25
L = Lectures, P = Practical course/training, C = Colloquium, S = Seminar * 4 half days = 0.5 credits

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Optional Courses
Animal Health in Organic Farms for students in year 5
L
Basic Course Claw Trimming in Cattle for students in year 3, 4, 5
P, L
Colloquium in Molecular Virology for students in year 4, 5
Complementary Medicine in Domestic Animals for students in year 5
C
L
Module I: Introduction to Laboratory Animal Sciences for students in year 3, 4, 5
P,L
Module II: Educating Supervisors of Animal Experiments for students in year 5
P,L
S Seminar in Bacteriology and Mycology for students in year 3, 4, 5
Small Animal Ethology IV for students in year 3, 4, 5
Viral Infections and their Backgrounds for students in year 4, 5
Wild-live Biology and Diseases for students in year 3, 4, 5
C
C
L h/sem h/week credits
14 1 0.5
9
24
14
14
40
24
14
14
14
13
1
1
1
1
1
-
1
1
0.5
1.5
1
0.5
0.5
1
0.5
L= Lectures, P = Practical course/training, C =Colloquium, S=Seminar

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Optional Courses
Clinical Orientation in Rodents for students in year 3, 4, 5
Colloquium in Molecular Virology for students in year 4, 5
C
Course in Zoo Biology for students in year 3
Module I: Introduction to Laboratory Animal Sciences for students in year 3, 4, 5
P
P,L
Module II: Educating Supervisors of Animal Experiments for students in year 5
P,L
Practical Course in Diagnostic Cytology for students in year 5
P
S Seminar in Bacteriology and Mycology for students in year 3, 4, 5
Small Animal Ethology I for students in year 2, 3, 4, 5
Viral Infections and their Backgrounds for students in year 4, 5
X-Ray Interpretation Course for students in year 5
L
C
L
10 h/sem h/week credits
6
14
40
40
24
8
14
14
14
14
1
1
1
1
1
1
1.5
1.5
1
0.5
0.5
0.5
1
1
L= Lectures, P = Practical course/training, C =Colloquium, S=Seminar

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Module General Surgery and General Anaesthesiology (2 credits)
Course unit General Anaesthesiology Year 2 WS
Course instructors
R. Bettschart-Wolfensberger, S. Kästner
Introduction
In this course, the fundamentals of modern anaesthesiology are taught. Students learn how an animal is prepared for anaesthesia, what drugs are administered and how anaesthesia is correctly induced, maintained and monitored. As well, perioperative management of the patient and analgesia are discussed. The course ends with a discussion of the topic of euthanasia.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 12
Learning objectives
- To convey fundamentals of modern anaesthesia and analgesia
- To describe various methods of induction, maintenance and monitoring of anaesthesia
References
Hand out
Additional References
List will be handed out
Electronic Course Material
Veterinary anaesthesia website: www.veterinäranästhesie.ch or www.veterinaeranaesthesie.ch
Lecture Notes
General Anaesthesiology
Learning recommendations
Selftesting Questions, OLAT
Examination
Written examination after the 3 rd
Semester

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Module General Surgery and General Anaesthesiology (2 credits)
Course unit General WS
Course instructors
P. M. Montavon, K. Nuss, C. Lischer
Introduction
Introduction to the fundamentals and principles of surgery, which allow state of the art surgery
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 15
Practica 8
Learning objectives
- Introduction to fundamentals and principles of surgery
- Preparation of the patient for surgery
- Learn basic rules of conduct in operating room
- Knowledge of instruments
- Knowledge of suture material and suture techniques and ability to place simple skin sutures
References
Lecture Notes
Additional References
Blackford J.T.: Section Surgical Methods. In: Auer J. A., Stick J. A. (eds): Equine
Surgery 2nd Ed. Philadelphia: WB Saunders Co. 1999, pp 11 - 46.
Slatter D. Section Surgical Methods. In: Slatter D (ed): Textbook of Small Animal
Surgery 3rd Ed. Philadelphia: WB Saunders Co.1993, pp 194-249.
Fossum T.W. (ed). Small Animal Surgery 2nd Ed. St. Louis: Mosby 2002
Lecture Notes
The course instructors provide lecture notes/ notes are available for students at
OLAT.
Small animal surgery: Comprehensive abstract at OLAT with 2 to 4 references.
Manuscript with relevant slides and photos will be provided.
Self-test questions
The course instructors for large animal surgery will prepare 2 self-test questions for each lecture, which will be handed out.
Examination
Written examination after the 3 rd
Semester

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Module General Pathology (4 credits)
Course unit General Pathology I Year 2 WS
Course instructors
B. Hauser, A. Pospischil
Introduction
In this module, students are familiarised with fundamental mechanisms of disease at the level of the cell, organ and entire body. These mechanisms will be explained mainly through morphological and functional changes in the cells, organs and the body, and shown macroscopically, histologically and via electron microscopy. The laboratories provide detailed discussion of individual lesions characteristic of the diseases. The goal of the course is to convey an understanding of medical interrelations to facilitate future diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis.
Course Format and Hours
Personal Studies 10
Additional References
Kumar, Cotran, Robbins: Basic Pathology, Kumar, Cotran, Robbins, 7th ed. WB
Saunders Co.,
Pocket Companion to Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease, WB Saunders Co.
Electronic Course Material
CD General Pathology (in preparation), selected cases from OLAT: Vetpath Trainer
Slides from histopathology are available in the mikroscopy room; electronic version
(SCANSCOPE) in preparation
Lecture Notes
General pathology will be handed out at the beginning of the Course unit
Self-test questions
Self-test questions at OLAT available
Learning recommendations
Will be given in the lectures
Examination
Written examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module General Pathology (4 credits)
Course unit General Pathology II
Course instructors
B. Hauser, A. Pospischil, F. Ehrensperger
Introduction
See General Pathology I
Course Format and Hours
14
Year 2 WS
Personal Studies 10
Additional References
Kumar, Cotran, Robbins: Basic Pathology, Kumar, Cotran, Robbins, 7th ed. WB
Saunders Co.,
Pocket Companion to Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease, WB Saunders Co.
Electronic Course Material
CD General Pathology (in preparation), selected cases from OLAT: Vetpath Trainer
Slides from histopathology are available in the mikroscopy room; electronic version
(SCANSCOPE) in preparation
Lecture Notes
General pathology will be handed out at the beginning of the Course unit
Self-test questions
Self-test questions at OLAT available
Learning recommendations
Will be given in the lectures
Examination
Written examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module General Pharmakology and Toxikology (2 credits)
Course unit General Pharmakology and Toxikology Year 2 WS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, H. Naegeli
Introduction
In this module, students are familiarised with the principles of pharmacology and toxicology. Our goal is for students to understand pharmacological and toxicological basics that can be used to solve poisonings and treatment problems. As well, students must learn how to use our computerized drug and poison information system so that they know where information can be accessed.
Course Format and Hours
Personal Studies 25
Self-test questions 8
Learning objectives
- Learn and be able to apply the fundamentals of pharmacological and toxicological dynamics
- Basic knowledge of the mechanisms of the development of the most important side effects of drugs, such as allergy, dependence, idiosyncrasies, interactions, polymorphism etc.
- Basic knowledge of the pharmacological effects on the autonomic nervous system
- Basic knowledge of antimicrobial drugs, mechanisms of action and methods of administration
References
W. Forth, D. Henschler, W. Rummel, U. Fördermann & K. Starke: Allgemeine und spezielle Pharmakologie. Urban & Fischer, München-Jena, 8. Auflage, 1258 p., 2001
Additional References
Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics (Joel G.
Hardmann & Limbird, eds). McGraw Hill New York, 10th edition, 2148 p., 2001
Electronic Course Material
Electronic veterinary drg compendium at www.tierarzneimittel.ch
Drug and poison information system for veterinarians at www.clinitox.ch
Lecture Notes (www.vetpharm.unizh.ch)
Althaus, F.R. Pharmakologie I und Toxikologie I: Kinetik / Dynamik und UAWs
Althaus, F.R. & Naegeli, H. Pharmakologie II (Vegetatives NS)
Althaus, F.R. Antimikrobielle Chemotherapie und Entzündungshemmer
Self-test questions
Access at www.vetpharm.unizh.ch/cyberpharm
Examination
Written examination after the 3 rd
Semester

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Module General Animal Husbandry (9 credits)
Course unit General Ethology and Animal Husbandry I Year 2 WS
Course instructors
M. Stauffacher, E. Schalke, N.N.
Introduction
This course builds on the 1st year courses entitled “Introduction to Animal Welfare”,
“Animal Ethics” and “Species-Specific Ethology”. Students are taught the theoretical fundaments of animal behaviour (“General Ethology”) and introduced to the treatment of behavioural disorders (“Clinical Ethology”).
Course Format and Hours
Preparation, study time 24
Learning objectives
- Know the scientific methods for identifying stress associated with husbandry and production as well as recognizing loss of adaptivity to stress.
- Understand the models and concepts of control of behaviour and motivation.
- Understand the origin and signs of behavioural disorders and vices.
- Know the methods of prevention of behavioural disorders and vices through modification of environment and training.
- Understand the effects of environment and nurturing on the development of the individual (ontogenesis).
- Know the possibilities and limitations of behavioural therapy.
- Know the effects of breed- and performance-selection on behaviour.
References
List of references with web links is integrated into every lecture note.
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be handed out.
Examination
Oral Examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module General Animal Husbandry (9 credits)
Course unit General Ethology and Animal Husbandry II Year 2 SS
Course instructors
M. Stauffacher, E. Bürgi, K. Bürki, K. Friedli, A. Steiger
Introduction
This course builds on the course entitled “General and Clinical Ethology“ and
“Species-Specific Ethology” (1st year). Important aspects of husbandry and use of farm animals, breeding animals and pets as well as laboratory animals are introduced and discussed with reference to handling methods, bioclimatology, animal health and animal welfare.
Course Format and Hours
Preparation, Study time 35
Learning objectives
- Farm animals (ruminants and swine): knowledge of major production systems and common types of housing as well as main aspects of management of large farm operations. Knowledge of the procedures for the development of animal-friendly housing alternatives.
- Bioclimatology: knowledge of major principles, particularly in relation to the housing for large numbers of animals in a closed space (e.g. swine, poultry, laboratory animals).
- Zoo animals: understanding the principles of modern zoo management (worldwide zoo and environmental protection strategies).
- House pets: understanding the principles of their care and knowledge of the requirements of selected species such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits etc.
- Laboratory animals: knowledge of the importance and specific uses of animal experiments as well as the negative impacts on the animals (severity). Knowledge of the rules of 3R’s - reduce, replace and refine- and examples of animal-welfarerelevant refinement of housing and methods.
References
List of references with web links is integrated into every lecture note.
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be handed out.
Examination
Oral Examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module General Animal Husbandry (9 credits)
Course unit General Animal nutrition I Year 2 SS
Course instructors
M. Wanner, A.Liesegang, B.Wichert
Introduction
In this course, students learn the principles of animal nutrition. Based on digestion experiments, quantities such as digestible crude protein and digestible protein and digestible and available energy as well as energy required for lactation and growth are presented. Students also learn how an animal is brought into full production and how feed supplements such as enzymes and probiotics affect this.
The prerequisite for this course is knowledge of feedstuffs (Course „Feed stuffs“, SS
1st Year) and nutritional physiology.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 14
Practica 5
Learning objectives
knowledge of digestible nutrient components
knowledge of the quantities that define energy and protein requirements of various animal species
ability to interpret a carbon-nitrogen balance
ability to describe various phases of animal production and how they are affected by feed supplements.
References
H. Jeroch, W. Drochner, O. Simon: Ernährung landwirtschaftlicher Nutztiere, Verlag
Eugen Ulmer, Stuttgart, 1999
Additional References
H. Meyer, M. Coenen: Pferdefütterung. Parey Buchverlag, Berlin, 2002.
H. Meyer, J. Zentek: Ernährung des Hundes. Parey Buchverlag, Berlin 2001.
Lecture Notes
Lectures notes will be handed out
Self-test questions
Self-test questions are handed out at the end of every lecture and will be discussed at the beginning of the next lecture. Collection of questions at the end of the lecture notes. Possibility of kolloquia and discussion rounds.
Learning recommendations
Work through the lecture notes and answer the self-test questions weekly.
Examination
Written Examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module General Animal Husbandry (9 credits)
Course unit General Animal Breeding/Genetics Year 2 SS
Course instructors
G. Stranzinger
Introduction
History of evolution, domestication and breeding
Principles of breeding theories
Main calculation methods for allele frequencies and inbreeding coefficient
Selection, cross-breeding and new animal biotechnologies
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 28
Learning objectives
- Knowledge of characteristic physiologic data of the main veterinary-relevant animal species (gestation length, food requirements, etc.).
- Ability to recognize, classify and list major characteristics of animal species that are often confused (donkey/mule, hare/rabbit, sheep/goat).
- Define and explain technical terms used in animal breeding.
- Ability to recommend and carry out specific diagnostic tests in cases with hereditary defects.
- Animal classification/judging: description of procedure and naming and interpretation of the documents thus derived.
- Estimation of breeding value: description of the methods and procedures and their importance for animal breeding; identification and assessment of documents thus derived; estimation of scope and limitations.
- Description of other measures related to animal breeding and discussion of scope and limitations.
References
Künzi / Stranzinger: Allgemeine Tierzucht ; UTB Ulmer Verlag 1992
F.W. Nicholas: Introduction to Veterinary Genetics, Blackwell Science
Examination
Written examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module Bacteriology (5 credits)
Course unit Bacteriology I Year 2 WS
Course instructors
L. Hölzle, M. Wittenbrink
Introduction
The course consists of 29 lecture hours. The first 17 deal with the principles of infection, general bacteriology, including laboratory diagnosis and prevention, and veterinary mycology. In the final 12 lecture hours, gram-positive bacteria that are important in clinical veterinary medicine are dealt with.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 29
Learning objectives
The student should be able to:
- explain the principles of infection and epidemiology
explain the principles of structure, function and pathogenicity of bacteria
describe the principles of bacteriological diagnostic testing
explain the terms disinfection and sterilisation as well as the main methods of disinfection and sterilisation
explain the sensitivity and resistance of bacteria to antibacterial chemotherapeutic agents (antibiotics) and the problems of antibiotic resistance in veterinary medicine
describe the classification of antibacterial agents and their modes of action
explain the prinicples of vaccination and passive immunization in bacterial diseases in animals
For Mycology, students should be able to:
describe the diversity of fungi and explain their positive and negative effects
explain the medically relevant structures and functions of fungi and the prinicples of the pathogenicity of fungi
describe the laboratory diagnosis of fungal infection
explain the medically important secondary metabolites of fungi (antibiotics, mycotoxins)
explain the diseases caused by fungi; mycosis, mycotoxicosis, mycogenic allergy, endogenous mycosis (mycotisation), mycetismus
explain the effects of the major antimycotic chemotherapeutic agents in veterinary medicine
For Clinical Bacteriology, the student should be able to: explain the aetiological importance, pathogenesis, course, diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of diseases in animals caused by the most important gram-positive bacteria in veterinary medicine as well as their importance in human health.
References
Fritsche W.: Mikrobiologie. 2. Aufl. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag/Fischer Verlag,
1999
Kayser F.H., Bienz K.A., Eckert J., Zinkernagel R.M.: Medizinische Mikrobiologie 9.
Auflage, Thieme Verlag, 1998

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Munk K.: Grundstudium Biologie - Mikrobiologie. Spektrum Akademischer
Verlag/Fischer Verlag, 2001
Rolle M, Mayr A.: Medizinische Mirkobiologie, Infektions- und Seuchenlehre. 7. Aufl.,
Enke Verlag (veterinary medicine), 2002
Additional References
Will be given in the Lecture Notes incl. Web-Links
Lecture Notes
Will be handed out.
Self-test questions
Integrated in the lecture notes
Examination
Oral examination after the 4 th
Semester
Module Bacteriology (5 credits)
Course unit Bacteriology II Year 2 SS
Course instructors
L. Hölzle, M. Wittenbrink
Introduction
Building on the principles presented in Bacteriology I, clinical bacteriology is emphasised, and important gram-negative bacteria and fungi in veterinary medicine are discussed.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 29
Learning objectives
Students should be able to explain the aetiological importance, pathogenesis, course, diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of diseases caused by gram-negative bacteria and by fungi important in veterinary medicine as well as their significance in human health.
References
Rolle M., Mayr A.: Medizinische Mirkobiologie, Infektions- und Seuchenlehre. 7. Aufl.,
Enke Verlag (veterinary medicine), 2002
Additional References
Will be given in the Lecture Notes incl. Web-Links
Self-test questions
Integrated in the lecture notes
Examination
Oral examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module Immunology (4 credits)
Course unit Immunology I Year 2 WS
Course instructors
M. Suter
Introduction
In this course unit, the cellular and molecular principles of immunology are presented; this course is a prerequisite for Immunology II. In addition, immunological methods, which are also required for other disciplines such as bacteriology, parasitology and virology, are introduced. Students are also taught how to use
WebTool Immunology for electronic learning.
Course Format and Hours
Introduction/ concept lectures 5
Learning objectives
- Knowledge of the cellular and molecular principles of immunology and of special veterinary features (prerequisite for Immunology II).
- Understanding of the immunological methodology (also required for other courses such as bacteriology, parasitology and virology).
- Knowledge of the anatomy of the organs and cells of the immune system and the defence systems of the intestine, lungs and central nervous system (prerequisite for
Immunology II).
References
Tizard I. R.: Veterinary Immunology. An Introduction. 7th ed., Saunders, 2004
Janeway C. A. Jr.: Immunologie. Spektrum-Verlag
Jameway C.A. Jr.: Immunobiologie (2ème ed., avec CD-ROM). (franz.)
Additional References
Janeway C. A.Jr., Travers P.: Immunobiology. Churchill-Livingstone
Electronic Course Material
WebTool Immunologie 1.2, Block 1-3; lecture notes can be printed out.
Self-test questions
Integrated in WebTool Immunology
Learning recommendations
WebTool Immunology, a system developed by the veterinary faculties of the universities of Bern and Zürich, will be the standard Vetsuisse Teaching and
Learning tool. This is mandatory and available on CD.
Examination
Written examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module Immunology (4 credits)
Course unit Immunology II Year 2 SS
Course instructors
F. Ehrensperger, M. Suter
Introduction
Students are introduced to the ontogenesis of the immune system and the development of immunological competence with special emphasis on the unique immune system of young animals. As well, the physiological and pathophysiological
(immunopathology) processes of primary and secondary immunity of the body are dealt with.
Course Format and Hours
Kolloquium 5
Personal Studies 25
Learning objectives
- Understanding of special aspects of ontogenesis: acquiring the repertoire via Bcells, positive and negative selection of T-cells in the thymus with the goal of producing immunocompetent but self-tolerant T-cells and immunological protection of the young animal.
- Understanding of primary and secondary immunity
- Understanding of the types and causes of immunological diseases and disorders
(autoimmunity, allergy, inflammation).
References
Tizard I. R.: Veterinary Immunology. An Introduction. 7th ed., Saunders, 2004
Janeway C. A. Jr.: Immunologie. Spektrum-Verlag
Jameway C.A. Jr.: Immunobiologie (2ème ed., avec CD-ROM). (franz.)
Additional References
Janeway C. A.Jr., Travers P.: Immunobiology. Churchill-Livingstone
Electronic Course Material
WebTool Immunology 1.2
Learning recommendations
WebTool Immunology, a system developed by the veterinary faculties of the universities of Bern and Zürich, will be the standard Vetsuisse Teaching and
Learning tool. This is mandatory and available on CD.
Examination
Written examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module Clinical Introductory Course (1 credit)
Course unit Clinical Introductory Course I Year 2 WS
Course instructors
F. Boretti, U. Braun, E. Bürgi, C. Favrot, K. Feige, B. Gerber, T.Glaus, J. M. Hatt, C.
Reusch, N. Sieber-Ruckstuhl
Introduction
Through lectures and practical labs, students will be familiarised with the methods of physical examination and terminology in internal medicine of horses, cattle, small animals and swine. As well, the interpretation of clinical findings and administration of drugs will be taught.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 12
Learning objectives
- Awareness of the purpose of this course
- History taking (obtaining information about the nature of the problem, the characterisation of the problem, the general condition of the animal, its environment and husbandry conditions, whether it is an individual or herd problem, etc.).
- Record the signalment
- General assessment (behaviour, body condition, body conformation)
- Examination of lymph nodes and mucous membranes
- Administration of drugs
References
Small Animals: Rijnberk A., de Vries H.W.: Anamnese und körperliche Untersuchung kleiner Haus- und Heimtiere
Farm Animals: Rosenberger, G.: Die klinische Untersuchung des Rindes, 3. Aufl.
Paul Parey Verlag, Berlin u. Hamburg, 1990
3. Aufl. Parey Verlag Berlin, 2001
Straw et al.: Diseases of Swine. 8 th Edition, Blackwell Science, 1999
Speirs: Clinical Examination of Horses, Saunders, Philadelphia, 1997 Horses:
Electronic Course Material
Swine: M. Knöri, S. Herrli und W. Zimmermann: Untersuchungsgang und
Erkrankungen beim Schwein: ein interaktives Lern- und
Lehrprogramm. CD Universität Bern und schweizer. Vereinigung für
Schweinemedizin 2003
Exotic Pets: Häfliger S., Hatt J.-M.:Untersuchungsgang Heimsäuger;
Naas D., Hatt J.-M.: Untersuchungsgang Ziervögel
Kubisch U., Hatt J.-M.: Untersuchungsgang Reptilien

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Lecture Notes
Small animals:
Cattle:
Horses:
Swine:
Exotic pets:
Copies of within the lectures showed Power-Point slides will be handed out.
Lecture Notes und Handouts
Lecture Notes
E. Bürgi: Kurze Einführung in die Schweinepropädeutik
Copies of within the lectures showed Power-Point slides will be handed out. Sale of electronic course material.
Self-test questions
Small animals: the questions are integrated in the course material and discussed in the following lecture
Cattle:
Horses: self-test questions are integrated in the course material self-test questions are integrated in the course material
Exotic pets: the questions are integrated in the course material and discussed in the following lecture
Examination
Practical examniation after the 6 th
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Module Organ system module: Musculoskeletal system (9 credits)
Course unit Organ system module: Musculoskeletal system Year 2 WS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, H. Augsburger, A. Boos, H. Geyer, B. Kaser-Hotz, C. Lischer, H. Lutz, P.
Montavon, K. Nuss, P. Ossent, M. Räber, T. Riediger, J. Vogel, K. Voss, M.
Weishaupt
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 105
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written examination after the 3 rd
Semester
Module Organ system module: Blood, Immune System / Laboratory medicine
(5 credits)
Course unit Blood / Immune System and Laboratory medicine Year 2 WS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, U. Braun, E. Bürgi, P. Deplazes, F. Ehrensperger, K. Feige, M.
Gassmann, B. Hauser, R. Hofmann-Lehmann, W. Kähn, B. Kaser-Hotz, G. Kuhn, T.
Lutz, H. Lutz, C. Reusch, M. Suter, P. Wild, G. Winkler, A. Pellegrini
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 60
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written examination after the 3 rd
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Module Biochemistry II (6 credits)
Course unit Intermediary Metabolism Year 2 SS
Course instructors
U. Hübscher
Introduction
In this course, students learn how animals can acquire energy, store energy and mobilize those stores when required. The most important metabolic pathways are presented. At the end of the course, metabolic regulation is discussed using the examples of allostery, hormones and the central nervous system.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 28
Study time 2
CD 2
Learning objectives
The student will be expected to:
- provide an overview of the four pillars of intermediary metabolism
identify individual steps of metabolism within the entire metabolic cycle
- describe and explain the regulation of the anabolic and catabolic pathways of the four substrate groups, carbohydrates, lipids, protein and nucleic acids
- explain the mechanisms responsible for selected animal diseases that are caused by disturbances of intermediary metabolism
- explain how regulatory mechanisms result in reactions of intermediary metabolism to physiological stimuli
- allocate the various metabolic steps to the different body, organ and cell compartments
- understand in detail the regulation at the level of energy supply (ATP)
- explain lactational ketosis, pregnancy ketosis and starvation ketosis at a biochemical level
Additional References
Can be handed out on request
Electronic Course Material
A CD will be handed out at the beginning of the course unit.
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be handed out
Self-test questions
Self-test questions will be given in OLAT.
Learning recommendations
We recommend to read the Lecture Notes before the Lectures and to study them intensively after the lectures.
Examination
Oral examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module Biochemistry II (6 credits)
Course unit Special molecular biology Year 2 SS
Course instructors
M. Hottiger
Introduction
Today’s veterinary students should be familiar with the relevance of gene technology in veterinary medicine. They also must be aware of the current relevant legislation.
Thus, students will be taught the fundamentals of molecular biology at a level appropriate for medical professionals.
Course Format and Hours
Self-Evaluation (Computer)
Study time
Learning objectives
The student will be expected to:
- explain signalling pathways
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- describe and explain the development of cancer
- describe and explain the diversity of antibodies
- describe the most important examination methods (techniques) in gene technology
- describe the current legislation in relation to gene technology
- describe genomics and proteomics
Additional References
Can be handed out on request
Electronic Course Material
Questions to lectures in OLAT
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be handed out
Self-test questions
Self-test questions will be given in OLAT.
Learning recommendations
We recommend to read the Lecture Notes before the Lectures and to study them intensively after the lectures.
Examination
Oral examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Modue Biochemistry II (6 credits)
Course unit Water-soluble vitamins Year 2 SS
Course instructors
U. Hübscher
Introduction
Water-soluble vitamins play a central role in intermediary metabolism. The most important effects of water-soluble vitamins and their sites of action are discussed in relation to intermediary metabolism, which was taught in detail previously.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 7
Study time 1
Learning objectives
The student will be expected to:
- explain the nine water-soluble vitamins and their function in metabolism
- explain their main sites of action in intermediary metabolism
- explain deficiencies of the nine water-soluble vitamins
- know the clinical signs of water-soluble vitamin deficiencies in various animal species
- Folacin: understand the principle of its use in tumour therapy
- Be aware of the importance of biotin in diagnostic procedures
Additional References
Can be handed out on request
Electronic Course Material
Questions to lectures in OLAT
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be handed out
Self-test questions
Self-test questions will be given in OLAT.
Learning recommendations
We recommend to read the Lecture Notes before the Lectures and to study them intensively after the lectures.
Examination
Oral examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module Parasitology (5 credits)
Course unit Parasitology I Year 2 SS
Course instructors
P. Deplazes, H. Hertzberg, P. Torgerson
Introduction
The emphasis of this module is on intestinal helminths and protozoa: cestodes, trematodes, nematodes and intestinal coccidia.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 18
Practica 12
Learning objectives
- knowledge of the prevalence, development, pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of intestinal parasites that are important in veterinary medicine.
- based on the understanding of the life cycles and diagnosis of these parasites, students should be able to control parasites of domestic animals according to the current state of knowledge.
References
Rommel, M., Eckert, J., Kutzer, H.-J., Körting, W., Schnieder, T.:
Veterinärmedizinische Parasitologie (Begründet von J. Boch und R. Supperer), 5.
Auflage, Verlag P. Parey, Berlin, 2000. (Neuauflage 2005)
Eckert, J., Friedhoff, K.T., Zahner, H. und Deplazes, P.: Lehrbuch der Parasitologie für die Tiermedizin. Enke Verlag, Stuttgart (Erstauflage 2004).
Lecture Notes
Will be handed out or are available in OLAT.
Self-test questions
At the end of every section of the lecture notes.
Learning recommendations
Use the lectures and study the lecture notes.
Examination
Oral examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module Organ system Module:Gastrointestinal system incl. Metabolism
Year 2 SS Course unit Gastrointestinal system incl. Metabolism
Course instructors s. Blockbuch
Introduction
See Block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 163
Learning objectives
See Block manual
Examination
Written examination after the 4 th
Semester

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Module General Animal Husbandry (9 credits)
Course instructors
M. Wanner, A.Liesegang, B.Wichert
Introduction
In this course, students learn the energy and nutritional requirements of farm animals and pets during various stages of production and life and how these requirements are met using balanced rations. In particular, students will be taught about feeding errors and associated disorders. Students will study and become familiar with normal nutritional requirements and feed tables. The prerequisite for this course is knowledge of feedstuffs (Feedstuffs, year 1 and the principles of animal nutrition
(General Animal Nutrition I, year 2).
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 18
Practica 5 (integrated in lecture hours)
Learning objectives
- Knowledge of the energy and nutritional requirements of cattle, swine, horses, dogs and cats in the different stages of life and in relation to production and/or stage of life
- Familiarity with normal nutritional requirements and feed tables for formulating balanced rations
- Recognition of diseases caused by feeding errors
References
M. Kirchgessner: Tierernährung, DLG-Verlags-GmbH, Frankfurt, 2004
H. Jeroch, W. Drochner, et. al.: Ernährung landwirtschaftlicher Nutztiere. Ulmer
Verlag, Stuttgart, 1999
Additional References
M. Ulbrich, M. Hoffmann, W. Drochner: Fütterung und Tiergesundheit. Ulmer Verlag,
Stuttgart, 2004
H. Meyer, M. Coenen: Pferdefütterung. Parey Buchverlag Berlin, 2002
H. Meyer, J. Zentek: Ernährung des Hundes, Parey Verlag, Stuttgart, 2005
RAP: Fütterungsempfehlungen und Nährwerttabellen für Wiederkäuer. LmZ,
Zollikofen, 1999
Agroscope Liebefeld-Posieux: Fütterungsempfehlungen und Nährwerttabellen für
Schweine. LmZ, Zollikofen, 2004
Lecture Notes
Lectures notes will be handed out
Self-test questions
Self-test questions are handed out at the end of every lecture and will be discussed at the beginning of the next lecture.

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Learning recommendations
Students are expected to study the lecture notes and complete the weekly questions as well as actively participate in labs.
Examination
Written Exam after the 5 th
Semester
Module Parasitology (5 credits)
Course unit Parasitology II Year 3 WS
Course instructors
P. Deplazes, A. Hehl, A. Mathis
Introduction
The emphasis of this course is on parasites of the respiratory tract, intestinal protozoa and veterinary arachnoentomology.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 28
(with labs and demonstrations)
Learning objectives
- Knowledge of the prevalence, development, pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of intestinal parasites that are relevant to veterinary medicine.
- Based on the understanding of the life cycles and diagnosis of these parasites, the student should be able to control species-specific parasites according to the current state of knowledge.
References
Eckert, Friedhoff, Zahner, Deplazes: Lehrbuch der Parasitologie für die Tiermedizin,
Enke Verlag, Stuttgart (Erstauflage 2005)
Lecture notes
Lecture notes are distributed at the beginning of the lecture and are available online.
Self-test questions
Self-test questions are included in the lecture notes at the end of each chapter.
Learning recommendations
The emphasis and importance of the course material is relayed in the lectures.
Examination
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Module Clinical Introductory Course (3 credit)
Course unit Clinical Introductory Course II
Course instructors n.n.
Introduction
Detailed programme will be handed out
Examination
Practical Examination after the 6 th
Semester
Year 3 SS
Module Veterinary Public Health (6 credits)
Course unit Principles of Food Safety Year 3 WS
Course instructors
R. Stephan
Introduction
Veterinary Public Health is defined as follows: Veterinary Public Health (VPH) is a component of public health activities devoted to the application of professional skills, knowledge and resources for the protection and improvement of human health
(WHO/FAO 1975). Veterinary food safety and hygiene is a major part of VPH. Most veterinary interventions in food animals have implications that affect food production and safety. The goal of this course is the teaching of the principles of food safety.
Elective courses in Veterinary Public health in the fourth year are based on the knowledge of this introductory course.
Course Format and Hours
Excursion (2 groups)
Learning objectives
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- Know the stages of the slaughter process in cattle and swine
- Know principles of food safety measures for meat processing
- Basic knowledge of the ageing process of meat
- Know principles of food safety measures for milk processing
- Basic knowledge of quality parameters of milk
- Basic knowledge of methods of extending the shelf life of milk
- Basic knowledge of the technology of selected meat and milk products
- Know the HACCP-System as a tool for in-process quality control
- Basic knowledge of the most important causes of food poisoning
References
Einführung in die Lebensmittelhygiene, Sinell, Parey Verlag

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Additional References
Various Internet links are given in the lecture notes
Lecture notes
Lecture notes will be handed out for every part of the Lectures
Self-test questions
Self-test questions are given in the Lecture notes
Examination
Oral Examination after the 6 th
Semester
Module Veterinary Public Health (6 credits)
Course unit Epidemiology II
Course instructors n.n.
Introduction
Detailed programme will be handed out
Examination
Oral Examination after the 6 th
Semester
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Module Virology (5 credits)
Course unit Virology I Year 3 WS
Course instructors
M. Ackermann, M. Engels, A. Metzler, M. Schwyzer
Introduction
In Virology I, the principles of general virology are presented. Students learn what a virus is and how it behaves within cells, its host and the host population. In addition, students learn the principles of prophylaxis, treatment and diagnosis of viral diseases. Finally, a number of important families of viruses are discussed.
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 28
(with integrated work in groups)
Learning objectives
Understand the principles of general virology
Understand the principles of virus-cell interaction, virus-host interaction and the virushost population interaction
Know the principles of diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of viral disease
References
Lecture notes
Additional References
List available
Electronic Course Material
CD Allgemeine Virologie
Lecture notes
Allgemeine Virologie, Virustaxonomie, Familienalbum der Viren
Self-test questions
On CD, Examination Questions Virology
Learning recommendations
Lecture notes, CD, Examination Questions Virology
Examination
Oral Examination after the 6 th
Semester

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Module Virology (5 credits)
Course unit Virology II
Course instructors
M. Ackermann, M. Engels, A. Metzler, M. Schwyzer
Introduction
Detailed programme will be handed out
Course Format and Hours
Lectures 28
(with integrated work in groups)
Learning objectives
Details will be handed out
References
Lecture notes
Additional References
List available
Electronic Course Material
CD Allgemeine Virologie
Lecture notes
Allgemeine Virologie, Virustaxonomie, Familienalbum der Viren
Self-test questions
On CD, Examination Questions Virology
Learning recommendations
Lecture notes, CD, Examination Questions Virology
Examination
Oral Examination after the 6 th
Semester
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Module Organ system Module:Heart, Circulation, Respiration (13 credits)
Course unit Heart, Circulation, Respiration Year 3 WS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, A. Boos, U. Braun, E. Bürgi, T. Fürst, T. Glaus, R. Hofmann-Lehmann, B.
Kaser-Hotz, C. Lischer, H. Lutz, T. Lutz, A. Pospischil, C. Reusch
Introduction s. Organ system booklet
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 150
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written Examination after the 5 th
Semester
Module Organ system module : Kidney, Electrolyte and Fluid Homeostasi s (7 credits)
Course unit Kidney, Electrolyte and Fluid Homeostasis WS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, S. Arnold, H.Augsburger, U. Bleul, F. Ehrensperger, B. Gerber, R.
Hofmann-Lehmann, F. Janett, B. Kaser-Hotz, C. Lischer, H. Lutz, T. Lutz
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 163
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written Examination after the 5 th
Semester

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Module Organ system module: Reproduction and Mammary Gland (8 credits)
Course unit Reproduction and Mammary Gland Year 3 SS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, S. Arnold, H. Augsburger, T. Fürst, P. Grest, W. Kähn, T. Lutz, K. Nuss
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 93
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written Examination after the 6 th
Semester
Module Organ system module: Skin, Thermoregulation (4 credits)
Course unit Skin, Thermoregulation Year 3 SS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, A. Boos, C. Favrot, T. Fürst, C. Schwandt, C. von Tscharner, J. Vogel
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 47
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written Examination after the 6 th
Semester

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Module Organ system module: Central Nervous system and Sensory organs (9 credits)
Course unit Central Nervous system and Sensory organs Year 3 SS
Course instructors
F. Althaus, H. Augsburger, F. Ehrensperger, T. Fürst, F. Guscetti, H. Lutz, B. Kaser-
Hotz, M. Richter, T. Riediger, B. Spiess, F. Steffen, M. Wehrli, P. Wild
Introduction
See block manual
Course Format and Hours
Lectures, Practica 105
Learning objectives
See block manual
Examination
Written Examination after the 6 th
Semester

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year will be published in September 2006
( http://www.vet.unizh.ch/lehre/studiengang/neuescurriculum/jk4.html
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622 General Histopathology: Discussion of
Selected Issues
Content
Year 5
Problem-oriented approach to individual complexes of general pathology (oncology, immunopathology, inflammation).
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
A. Pospischil, F. Ehrensperger, B. Hauser
Lectures and small group work
General Pathology I and II
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits:
WS
1
664 Ambulatory Practice
Content
Year 5 WS,
SS
Students accompany the clinicians of the ambulatory clinic on farm calls and examine and treat animal patients under supervision.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
N. Siegwart und Assistenten
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 16*
* 4 half days = 0.5 credits
Hours per Week: Credits: 0.5
1612 Animal Health and Animal Welfare
Legislation
Content
Year 5 WS
Aims of the control of epidemic diseases of animals; responsibility of veterinarians; measures taken to prevent infectious diseases. Principles of epidemic disease control and actions to take in case of suspected cases epidemic diseases.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
W. Limacher
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 18 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 2

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662 Case Presentations in Surgery
Content
Year 5 WS
Case discussions of clinic patients of the in- and out-patient clinic. Two students work up a case together with their instructor and present it to their fellow students. The focus is on taking and assessing the history, clinical examination, interpreting the findings, formulating a diagnosis, estimating a prognosis and suggestions for appropriate treatment.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
J. Auer, P. Montavon, K. Nuss
Case presentations
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1.5
644 Diseases in Poultry Year 5 WS
Content Principles of poultry husbandry and the poultry industry, veterinary management of poultry operations.
Epidemiology, clinical symptoms, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the most important diseases in poultry, pigeons, psittacines and perching birds.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
R. Hoop
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
Microbiology, immunology, animal nutrition, animal protection
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
631 Principles of Food Hygiene and Technology, with practical course
Year 5 WS
Content Food microbiology, meet as a raw food source, raw milk, fish as a raw food source, eggs, methods of food preservation.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
R. Stephan
Lectures, practical course and small group work
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 2.5

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14097 Internal Medicine I
Content endocrinology, skin.
Year
Cardiovascular system, haematopoietic system,
5
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
U. Braun, C. Reusch, U. Giger, K. Feige
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 42 Hours per Week: 3 Credits:
WS
3
665 Clinical Training in Small Groups
Content
Year
Presentations of clinic cases. Case studies in the satelite farm "Stigenhof" (an university farm), neutering of dogs and
SS cats, case studies of herd problems in the field.
5 WS,
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Lecturers of all clinics
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 56 Hours per Week: 4 Credits: 2.5
7200 Emergency Duty
Content
Year 5
Care and monitoring of in-patients, assisting in emergency treatments, diagnosis, therapy.
WS,
SS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
Assistants of all clinics
Practical training
Clinical Examination and History Taking 1
Assessment in the end of the clerkship
Hours per Semester: 50 Hours per Week: Credits: 1.5

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666 Clinical Colloquium
Content
Year 5
Comprehensive approach to selected topics in veterinary medicine.
Presentation of research results of current or completed projects of our faculty.
Comprehensive discussion of selected clinical topics.
Novel disciplines that have not been part of the present curriculum.
WS,
SS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Lecturers of various fields
Lectures and interdisciplinary colloquiums
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
660 Case Presentations in Internal Medicine Year 5 WS
Content Case discussions of patients of the in- and out-patient clinic.
A student works on a case together with his/her instructor and presents it to his/her fellow students. The focus is on taking and assessing the history, clinical examination, interpreting the findings, formulating a diagnosis, estimating a prognosis and suggestions for appropriate treatment.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
U. Braun, C. Reusch, K. Feige
Case presentations
Prerequisites
Examination
Internal Medicine
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1.5
5471 Practical Course in Ophthalmologic Surgery
Content
Year 5 WS
Tarsorrhaphy, canthotomy, cantoplasts, surgical correction of entropion and ectropion, resection of eyelid tumours, third eyelid flaps.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
B. Spiess
Practical course
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1

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667 Diagnostics in Pathology and Bacteriology
Content
Year 5 WS,
SS
Problem-oriented presentation of selected cases using pathological-anatomical, histopathological and bacteriological findings. The aim of this course is to increase the knowledge acquired in the lectures "General Pathology",
"Functional and Morphological Pathology of Organ Systems",
"Bacteriology and Mycology", "Poultry Diseases" as well as in the necropsy course by reviewing selected cases, and especially to train stating diagnosis. Demonstration of pathological lesions in organs focusing on practical aspects of diagnostics.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
P. Ossent, T. Sydler, L. Corboz, R. Hoop
Lectures and demonstrations
Functional and Morphological Pathology of Organ Systems I and II
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 2
14840 Perinatal and Neonatal Diseases Year 5
Content Characteristics of diseases in young animals, perinatal disorders, postnatal disorders, enteritis, enzootic bronchopneumonia, nutritional deficiencies, replacement losses.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
W. Kähn, U. Braun, S. Arnold, K. Nuss
Lectures
WS
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1

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14047 Prevention in Small Animal Breeding
Content
Year 5 WS
The evolutionary history of the dog explains why the present pure-bred dog is affected by so many genetic diseases. By means of concrete examples the students should be made aware of hereditary diseases: How can I recognise a genetic disease? How can I work up a case involving a genetic disease? What are the breeding management possibilities for such a disease?
The most important aim of this presentation is make the students aware that for genetic diseases the veterinary intervention is not just limited to the diagnosis and treatment of single cases but should include the population as a whole.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
S. Arnold, M. Zähner, B.Spiess, M. Flückiger
Lectures and practical course
General livestock breeding
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Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
630 Prophylaxis in Veterinary Medicine Year 5 WS
Content The course focuses on livestock production and companion animals in the tension field of economy and animal protection, environmental and consumer health. Specific topics are adequate keeping of animals (cattle, sheep, swine, horses) and agriculture as both a collection basin and a source of microbial pathogens and environmental pollutants.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
A. Metzler, K. Friedli, invited lecturers
Lectures and small group work
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1.5

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643 Swine Herd Health and Swine Diseases II
Content
Year 5
Respiratory diseases, swine herd health service, disease
WS eradication programs, cardiac diseases, digestive diseases, classic infections and epizootic diseases, osteochondrosis.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
E. Bürgi, N.N.
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
9879 Necropsy: Practical Course and
Demonstrations II
Year 5 WS
Content Problem-oriented necropsies of animals are performed and discussed with the assistant in charge. After completion of further examinations (bacteriological, virological, parasitological and histological examinations) a concluding discussion of the case and the necropsy report is performed.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
A. Pospischil, F. Ehrensperger, P. Ossent and staff
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination
Necropsy: Practical Course and Demonstrations I
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 16 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 0.5
10037 Case Presentations in Reproductive
Medicine
Content
Year 5 WS
Case discussions of patients of the in- and out-patient clinic.
A student works on a case together with his/her instructor and presents it to his/her fellow students. The focus is on taking and assessing the history, clinical examination, interpreting the findings, formulating a diagnosis, estimating a prognosis and suggestions for appropriate treatment.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
W. Kähn, S. Arnold, J.M. Hatt, U. Bleul, F. Janett, I. Reichler and senior lectures
Case presentations
Gynaecology I, II, Pathology of Pregnancy and Birth
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1.5

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14841 Practical Course in Laboratory Diagnostics
Content
Year 5
Interpretation of blood smears, criteria for evaluation of red
WS and white blood cells, evaluation of blood smears of healthy and ill animals.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
H. Lutz, R. Hofmann, G. Winkler
Practical course
Lecture "Laboratory Diagnostics" clinical training
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 4-6 Hours per Week: Credits: 0.5
3174 Practical Course in Swine Medicine Year 5
Content Clinical orientation in swine medicine
Clinical examination and assessment of diseased pigs
Case discussions in the field
Two-hour revision of swine disease in preparation for examinations
Lecturers
Teaching mode
E. Bürgi
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 2 Hours per Week: Credits:
WS
5455 Ultrasonography in Cattle
Content Winter semester 2006/07
Year 5
Part of a two-year cycle of lectures on the following topics:
WS diseases of the abomasum and the intestines in cattle, diseases of sheep and goats, ultrasonography in cattle and diseases of the forestomachs in cattle.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
U. Braun
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 4 Hours per Week: Credits: 0.5

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2694 Diseases of Zoo Animals and Farmed Wild
Animals
Content
Year 5 SS
Clinical examination and diseases of the following species:
Monkey, elephant, deer, ostrich, new world camelidae, ferret.
Legislation of game farming. Sedation and anaesthesia in zoo animals.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
J.-M. Hatt und AssistentInnen
Lectures
--
Hours per Semester: 13 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
1622 Diseases of Exotic Pets Year 5
Content Diseases and selected surgical interventions in small mammals, reptiles and birds.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
J.-M. Hatt
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final Examination Part II
Hours per Semester: 13 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
SS
632 Food Hygiene and Food Safety Management
Content
Year 5
Meat and Milk: Technology of selected products. Analysis of hygiene of food processing.
SS
Food-borne infections and food poisoning: Epidemiology and pathogenesis, including procedures for investigation in such cases (students working in small groups on case examples).
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)-system:
Development of HACCP-concepts for various kinds of food.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
R. Stephan
Lectures and small group work
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 2.5

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4863 Ultrasonography in Domestic Animals /
Radiology in Large Animals
Content
Year 5
Large animal radiology
Introduction to diagnostic sonography: physical principles, technique, artefacts, principles of organ interpretation
Small animals: thorax, abdomen
Horse: tendons
SS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
B. Kaser, M. Flückiger
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
9070 Necropsy: Practical Course and
Demonstrations III
Year 5 SS
Content Problem-oriented necropsies of animals are performed and discussed with the assistant in charge. After completion of further examinations (bacteriological, virological, parasitological and histological examinations) a concluding discussion of the case and the necropsy report is performed.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
A. Pospischil, F. Ehrensperger, P. Ossent and staff
Practical course
Prerequisites
Examination
Necropsy: Practical Course and Demonstrations I and II
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 16 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 0.5
624 Case Discussion in Histopathology
Content
Year 5
Problem-oriented case presentations based on selected histopathological specimens.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
A. Pospischil, F. Ehrensperger, B. Hauser and staff
Lectures and small group work
Functional and Morphological Pathology I and II
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 28 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 2
SS

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14839 Veterinary Legislation
Content
Year 5
Legislative basis, veterinary certificates, records, expert opinions, animal trade, liability of animal owner and veterinarian.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
W. Limacher
Lectures
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits:
SS
1.5
1613 Animal Health and Animal Welfare
Legislation
Year 5
Content Most important principles of animal protection and animal protection legislation, as well as sources of specific information related to animal welfare problems.
Most important fields of animal protection and major problems; strategies for dealing with animal protection problems in veterinary practice.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
R. Vogel
Lectures
SS
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 8 Hours per Week: 2 Credits: 1
2182 Practical Course in Laboratory Diagnostics II Year 5
Content Measurement of hematocrit, plasmaprotein and fibrinogen concentration; practice in making, staining and interpreting blood smears, reticulocyte count, erythrocyte and leukocyte count (counting chamber); application of the QBCV-test; sedimentation rate; immunological rapid tests (ELISA and immunochromatography); dry chemistry methods (Vettest
8008, Reflotron); various rapid tests (calcium test, glutaraldehyde test, urea test strip).
SS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
H. Lutz, R. Hofmann, G. Winkler
Practical course
Laboratory Diagnostics, clinical experience
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 4 Hours per Week: Credits: 0.5

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3175 Practical Course in Swine Medicine
Content Clinical orientation in swine medicine
Year 5
Clinical examination and assessment of diseased pigs
Case discussions in the field
Two-hour revision of swine disease in preparation for examinations
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
E. Bürgi
Practical training
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 2 Hours per Week: Credits:
SS
3777 Practical Course in Pathological
Examination and Inspection of Slaughter
Animals and Organs
Year 5 SS
Content The selection of topics depends on the availability of material for demonstration, which originates from different slaughterhouses. As far as possible comprehensive issues are discussed, such as pathological findings in the lung, the liver, the kidneys.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Prerequisites
Examination
-
R. Stephan, T. Sydler
Practical course and demonstrations
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
1804 Diseases of the Forestomachs in Cattle Year 5
Content Summer semester 2007
Part of a two-year cycle of lectures on the following topics: diseases of the abomasum and the intestines in cattle, diseases of sheep and goats, ultrasonography in cattle and diseases of the forestomachs in cattle.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
U. Braun
Lectures
SS
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 13 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1

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12723 Seminar in Bacteriology and Mycology
Content
Lecturers
Teaching mode
M. Wittenbrink, L. Hölzle, B. Litzenberger
Prerequisites
Examination
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1
Year 3, 4,
5
Credits:
SS
0.5
1036 Wild-live Biology and Diseases
Content of habitats and endangered species.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
Year 3, 4, WS
E. Isenbügel, J.-M. Hatt, A. Rübel, C. Wenker, R. Baumgartner
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
--
Hours per Semester: 13 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 0.5
7056 Practical Course in Diagnostic Cytology
Content Indications and importance of cytology
Principles of interpretation
Cytology of effusions
Cytology of lymph nodes
Tumour cytology
Year
Sample collection techniques and slide preparation
5
Lecturers
Teaching mode
D. von Bomhard, B. Hauser
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 8 Hours per Week: Credits:
SS
0.5

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12000 Basic Course Claw Trimming in Cattle
Content
Year 3, 4,
Principles of claw trimming and functional claw trimming.
Prophylaxis pf claw diseases. Infectious diseases and hygiene, animal welfare, veterinary responsibilities and insurances.
WS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
R. Vogel, P. Rüsch, K. Nuss und Mitarbeiter
Lectures and practical course
Prerequisites
Examination Examination at the end of the course
Hours per Semester: 24 Hours per Week: Credits: 1
1020 Small Animal Ethology I
Content
Year 2, 3, omestication, behavioural ontogeny, social behaviour and organization, behavioural ecology (spatial organization and predatory behaviour),human-companion animal relationships, optimum housing.
SS
Lecturers
Teaching mode
D. Turner
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 0.5
17478 Small Animal Ethology IV
Content Colloquium/Case studies.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
D. Turner
Colloquium
Prerequisites
Examination either Small Animal Ethology II or III
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: -
Year 3, 4,
5
WS
Credits: 0.5

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2693 Colloquium in Molecular Virology
Content
Year 4, 5 WS,
Application of molecular techniques and knowledge in
SS virology. The program varies form semester to semester and is focussed on a specific topic such as virus-cell-interaction, gene expression or protein analysis. The topics are partially in accordance with those of the colloquium "Viral Infections and their Backgrounds". The Colloquium adresses to PhD candidates and interested students. Active contributions by all participants.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
M. Schwyzer
Colloquium
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1
16971 Complementary Medicine in Domestic
Animals
Content
Lecturers
Teaching mode
C. Lischer und Gastdozierende
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
--
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1
Year 5
Credits:
WS
0.5
668 Course in Zoo Biology
Content
Year 3 SS
Zoo biology, ethology, nutrition of zoo animals, transportation of animals, handling and acclimatization, qurantine, zoo animal medicine, prophylaxis, sedation, anaesthesia, protection of endangered species, breeding programs, biology and husbandry of selected species.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
E. Isenbügel, A. Rübel, J.-M. Hatt
Lectures and practical course
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 40 Hours per Week: Credits: 1.5

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5371 Module I: Introduction to Laboratory Animal
Sciences
Content
Year 3, 4,
5
One-week block course. Module 1 teaches the knowledge
WS,
SS and practical skills necessary for handling laboratory animals in a responsible and humane manner.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
H.P. Käsermann, K. Bürki, F. Bootz
Lectures and practical course
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Examination at the end of the course
Hours per Semester: 40 Hours per Week: Credits: 1.5
5372 Module II: Educating Supervisors of Animal
Experiments
Content
Year 5 WS,
SS
Three-day block course. Module 2 teaches the knowledge necessary for professional and scientifically sound planning and directing of animal experiments. This adds to the knowledge acquired in module I.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
H.P. Käsermann, K. Bürki, F. Bootz
Lectures and practical course
Prerequisites
Examination
Module 1/practical experience with laboratory animals
Examination at the end of the course
Hours per Semester: 24 Hours per Week: Credits: 1
17173 Clinical Orientation in Rodents
Content
Lecturers
Teaching mode
F. Bootz, J.-M. Hatt, P. Käsermann
Practical training
Prerequisites
Examination Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 6 Hours per Week:
Year 3, 4,
5
SS
Credits:

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10047 X-Ray Interpretation Course
Content
Lecturers
Teaching mode
M. Flückiger
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Final examination part II
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1
Year 5
Credits: 1
SS
16810 Animal Health in Organic Farms
Content
Year 5
The lecture will review the specific requirements for the
WS veterinary practitioner in organic farms. The topics include the legislation of drug use and documentation and the current knowledge of the employment of alternative treatment strategies in organic herds.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
H. Hertzberg, Gastdozierende
Lectures
Prerequisites
Examination
-
--
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 0.5
2894 Viral Infections and their Backgrounds
Content
Year 4, 5 WS,
Each semester a main topic is selected and critically
SS analysed from multiple points of view. The topics are partially in accordance with the Colloquium in Virology. Active contributions by all participants.
Lecturers
Teaching mode
M. Engels
Colloquium
Prerequisites
Examination
-
Assessment during the course
Hours per Semester: 14 Hours per Week: 1 Credits: 1