Laboratory Animal Science
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Owner/Developer: Utrecht University - Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
| Country: |
Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Languages: |
English |
| Url: |
https://www.utrechtsummerschool.nl/courses/life-sciences/laboratory_animal_science |
| Locations: |
Netherlands |
| City: |
Utrecht |
| Description: | The objective of this 2-week intensive course in laboratory animal science is to present basic facts and principles that are essential for the human use and care of animals and for the quality of research. The content of the course is in line with recommendations of the Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations (FELASA) regarding the training of the (young) scientist whose research involves the use of vertrebrate animals. |
| Format: |
Hands-on training, Lecture, Summer schools |
| Access: |
Fee-based |
| Content type: |
Theoretical, Practical |
| Duration: |
2 weeks |
| Prerequisites: |
Master degree |
| Target audience: |
Students, Researchers, Technicians, Professionals (e.g. veterinarians) |
| Target sectors: |
Academia, Industry, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Consulting |
| Educational level: |
University (Master) |
| 3rs relevance: |
Refinement |
| Topics covered: |
Designing procedures and projects, Carrying out procedures on animals |
| Species covered: |
Rodents, Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) |
| Course level on animal species: |
Basic course |
| Details on the topic or technology covered: |
The objective of the course is to present basic facts and principles that are essential for the humane use and care of animals and for the quality of research. From the beginning of the course emphasis is placed on the facts that the scientist is the central person in the design and performance of animal experiments and that he/she has specific responsiblities with respect to the welfare of the animals used. |
| Legislative framework: |
Directive 2010/63/EU or equivalent |
| Learning outcome: |
When you successfully complete the basic course with the integrated species-specific course rodents and rabbit you will be competent to design procedures and projects and to execute simple procedures on these animals. |
| Accreditation body and/or authority that approved the education or training: |
Utrecht University - Faculty of Veterinary Medicine |
| Qualification received: |
Credits 3.0 ECTS credits |
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