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  • SA 4041: Senior Research

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    Selected seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA may engage in supervised investigations involving library work and laboratory or field experiments related to small animal science. Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Chairperson and faculty sponsorship. 1-3 credits
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  • SA 4051: Current Topics

    2.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    This research and discussion course emphasizes topics of current interest to the field of animal science and conservation. It may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits. 1 hour Lecture and Discussion - 1 credit
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  • SA 4123: Zoo Animal Health and Disease

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    The housing of multiple species under the close conditions requires careful training in the prevention of disease outbreaks and cross-species contamination. This course will emphasize both disease prevention in exotic collections and managing the risk of zoonotic diseases. We will cover both specific information on animal disease and an introduction to clinical pathology, as it applies to the management of wild animals in captivity. Prerequisites: DS 3118 Anatomy and Physiology I, BY 3002 General Microbiology, or Permission of Instructor. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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  • SA 4124: Pathology and Diseases of Small Animals

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    This is an advanced course addressing the basis of development of disease and the effect the process induces on tissues, organs, and the body. The last third of the course examines specific diseases or disease conditions of small animals. Prerequisites: DS 3118 Anatomy and Physiology I, BY 3002 General Microbiology, or Permission of Instructor. Spring semester. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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  • SA 4129: Clinical Pathology

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    This subspecialty of pathology is concerned with the theoretical and technical aspects (methods or procedures) of chemistry, bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, immunology, hematology, and biophysics as they pertain to the diagnosis of disease and the care of animal patients. This course stresses deductive reasoning. Prerequisites: SA 4124 Pathology and Diseases of Small Animals, DS 3118/3221 Anatomy and Physiology I and II, or Permission of Instructor. Fall semester. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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  • SA 4222: Reproduction of Small Animals

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    This course deals with the special problems encountered in small animal reproduction. An extensive laboratory emphasizes manipulation of the reproductive system, application of techniques utilizing hormones, fertilization, fetal development and in vitro manipulation of murine gametes and embryos. Prerequisites: SA 4121 Small Animal Management and DS 3118/3222 Anatomy and Physiology I and II, or Permission of Instructor. Fall semester. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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  • SA 4224: Nutrition for Exotic Animals

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    This course deals with the special nutritional problems posed by wild animals in captivity. Zoos contain hundreds of species, each representing a digestive strategy for a specific ecological niche. Adapting a substitute diet to meet these varied needs is a challenge. Students will combine information on natural history, historical records, and domestic animal models to design feeding programs for captive wildlife. Prerequisites: CH 2003 Principles of Organic Chemistry or CH 2120 Organic Chemistry I. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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  • SA 4225: Small Animal Research Techniques

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware Valley University

    Students are introduced to all phases of research from literature search, planning and performing experiments, to the writing of a research paper. Further experience is gained in anesthesia, surgical techniques, and animal models of human disease. Transgenic technology is discussed extensively and techniques are introduced in the laboratory. Techniques that reduce the number of animals used in research are stressed. Prerequisites: Required: SA 4121 Small Animal Management, DS 3118/3222 Anatomy and Physiology I and II or BY 2223 Comparative Anatomy and BY 4257 Comparative Physiology, or Permission of Instructor. Recommended: SA 4222 Reproduction of Small Animals. Spring semester. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
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