| Module name | Veterinary Parasitology II (K2018) Veterinary Ectoparasitology (K2023) |
| Module level, if applicable | Bachelor of Veterinary Science |
| Code, if applicable | 216O1123 |
| Semester(s) in which the module is taught | Semester IV |
| Person responsible for the module | drh. Irwan Ismail, M.Si. |
| Lecturers | 1. drh. Irwan Ismail, M.Si. 2. drh. Adriyani Ris, M.Si. 3. drh. Zainal Abidin Kholilullah, M.Kes. 4. drh. Zulfikri Mustakdir, M.Si. 5. drh. Anjani Marisa Kartikasari, M.Si. |
| Language | Indonesian language |
| Relation to curriculum | Course description: This course covers the comprehensive concepts of parasites and parasitism, encompassing taxonomy, morphology, and biology, along with diseases caused by ectoparasite infestations of veterinary significance, including their pathogenesis, clinical symptoms, epidemiology, and control. Laboratory practice is provided to enhance students’ ability to identify, diagnose, and manage ectoparasites. Relation to curriculum: This course expands students’ understanding of external parasites, emphasizing their identification, diagnosis, and control methods, thereby preparing students to address parasitic diseases across diverse animal species within the veterinary curriculum. |
| Type of teaching and contact hours | Face-to-face class activities (2×50 minutes per week) – Lectures – Case studies – Collaborative learning Laboratory practice (170 minutes per week) |
| Workload | Students are required to complete a minimum of 136 hours in one semester, which consist of: 1. Face-to-face class activities (26.67 hours) 2. Structured assignments (32 hours) 3. Independent study (32 hours) 4. Laboratory practice (45.33 hours) |
| Credit points | 3 credit points (equivalent to 4.53 ECTS) |
| Requirements according to the examination regulations | Students must attend a minimum of 80% of classes and submit all assignments before the final exam. |
| Recommended prerequisites | Veterinary Endoparasitology |
| Module objectives or intended learning outcomes | After completing this course, students should be able to (1) explain various types of ectoparasites that are significant for animal and public health and identify ectoparasites; and (2) implement various types of ectoparasite control for animals, taking into account environmental conditions and the surrounding community. |
| Contents | 1. Comprehensive concept of parasite and parasitism 2. Taxonomy and health significance of arthopods to animals and humans 3. Morphology, life cycle, habitat, and behavior of arthopods 4. Techniques for collecting and preserving important ectoparasites in animals 5. Techniques for identifying important ectoparasites in animals 6. Methods of ectoparasite control |
| Forms of assessment | 1. Class participation 2. Quizzes 3. Assignment and project assessment 4. Theory exam 5. Laboratory practical exam |
| Study and examination requirements and forms of examination | Study and examination requirements: 1. Students must arrive 10 minutes before the class starts and 15 minutes before the examination starts. 2. Students must switch off all electronic devices during the offline classes. 3. Students must switch on the video camera during the online classes. 4. Students must inform the lecturer if they will not attend class due to sickness or other reasons. 5. Students must submit all class assignments before the deadline. 6. Students must attend the exam to receive a final grade. |
| Media employed | Videos and slide presentations |
| Reading list | Main 1. Levin, D Norman, 2005. Parasitologi Veteriner. Jakarta. Gramedia Pustaka Utama. 2. Hadi UK, Soviana S. 2010. Ektoparasit; Pengenanalan, identifikasi dan Penngendaliannya. Bogor. IPB Press Supporting 1. LaMann GV. 2010. Veterinary Parasitology. New York. Nova biomedical press 2. Urquhart GM, Armour J, Duncan JL, Dunn AM and Jennings FW. Veterinary Parasitology, second edtion. Scotland. Blackwell Publishing. 3. Foreyt WJ. 2001. Veterinary Parasitology reference manual. Scotland. Blackwell Publishing. |