Animal Anatomy & Physiology
Professional Development
By successfully completing this course, you will:
- Gain skills and knowledge in Animal Anatomy & Physiology
- Be awarded the professional BSY Diploma.
You can study this course from the comfort of your own home; in your own time and at your own pace; with helpful support and encouragement from our friendly tutors.
Mammals, birds, fish and reptiles are all examined in this comprehensive course, which focuses in particular on the most common animals seen within veterinary practice. By looking at the ways in which body systems work, you will be able to appreciate the differences and similarities between a wide range of species, including their musculoskeletal systems, tissues, cardiovascular systems, senses, nervous systems, respiration and reproduction. Throughout the course you will examine the biological mechanisms of mammals and other species, learning about the structure and function of the various body systems and how to identify the unique characteristics of specific species. This is both a valuable stand-alone course and an excellent foundation for further study of animal health and welfare.
Syllabus
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Lesson One
- Introduction
- A Definition
- Animal Classification
- The Systems of the Body
- Cell Structure and Function – Mammalian
- Body Chemistry
- Inorganic Compounds
- Organic Compounds
- Chemical Reactions in the Body
- Body Tissues
- Introduction
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Lesson Two
- Body Tissues (Continued)
- The Body Cavities
- The Skeletal System
- Types of Skeletal Systems
- The Axial and Appendicular Skeletons
- Bone Tissue
- Bone Growth
- Joints
- SkeletalDisorders
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Lesson Three
- The Muscular System
- Control of Muscle Contraction
- TheSkeletal Muscles
- Musculoskeletal Systems of Various Species
- Rabbit
- Bird
- Reptile
- Fish
- The Muscular System
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Lesson Four
- The Common Integument
- The Skin
- Hair
- Footpads
- Claws
- Integument– Other Species
- The Cardiovascular System
- Blood
- Red Blood Cells
- White Blood Cells
- Blood Clotting
- Endothermsand Ectotherms
- The Common Integument
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Lesson Five
- The Cardiovascular System (Continued)
- The Heart
- Circulation
- Systemic Circulation
- Pulmonary Circulation
- The Lymphatic System
- The Immune System
- Surface Barriers or Mucosal Immunity
- Adaptiveor Acquired Immunity
- The Cardiovascular System (Continued)
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Lesson Six
- The Nervous System
- Neurons
- Synapses
- Visceraland Somatic Sensory and Motor Nerves
- Central Nervous System
- The Forebrain
- The Midbrain
- The Hindbrain
- The Ventricular System
- The Meninges
- The Blood-Brain Barrier
- The Spinal Cord
- Cranialand Spinal Nerves
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Reflexes
- The Nervous System
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Lesson Seven
- The Special Senses
- Sight
- Hearing
- Smell
- Taste
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Fish
- The Special Senses
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Lesson Eight
- The Respiratory System
- Respiratory Structures
- Breathing
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Fish
- The Respiratory System
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Lesson Nine
- The Digestive System
- Digestive Organs
- Production of Digestive Juices
- Absorption and Transport of Nutrients
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Fish
- The Urinary System
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Fish
- The Digestive System
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Lesson Ten
- The Reproductive System
- Sexual and Asexual Reproduction
- The Male Reproductive System
- The Female Reproductive System
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Fish
- Ovulation and the Oestrous Cycle
- Embryonic Development
- The Endocrine System
- The Reproductive System
No practical training is required to complete this course.
There are two ways you can enrol on this course. You can:
- Pay with a deposit of £70 £50, followed by 11 monthly instalments of £25
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- Pay the total course fee in one sum of £345 £325 and also receive a special complimentary gift
To enrol by phone, please call our friendly course advisors on Freephone 0800 731 9271.
