Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh Faculty of Veterinary Science
1. Name of the Department: Department of Anatomy and Histology 2. Total number of teacher(s):
3. Number of courses offered (Undergraduate):
15 09
4. Syllabus Curriculum at a glance
Name of the course(s) offered at UG level (Number & Title)
Offered for the degree of
Offered at
(Level & Semester) i. VAH 1101, Anatomy (Osteology,
Arthrology, Myology and Angiology) DVM Level 1 Semester 1 ii. VAH 1102, Anatomy (Osteology,
Arthrology, Myology and Angiology)
DVM Level 1 Semester 1
iii. VAH 1103, General Histology and Embryology
DVM Level 1 Semester 1
iv. VAH 1201, Anatomy (Splanchnology and Aesthesiology)
DVM Level 1 Semester 2
v. VAH 1202, Anatomy (Splanchnology
and Aesthesiology) DVM Level 1 Semester 2
vi. VAH 1203, Systemic Histology DVM Level 1 Semester 2 vii. VAH 1204, Systemic Histology DVM Level 1 Semester 2 viii. VAH 2106, Comparative Anatomy and
Neuro Anatomy
DVM Level 2 Semester 1
ix. VAH 3108, Applied Anatomy DVM Level 3 Semester 1
DVM Curriculum
Course No. and Title VAH 1101, Anatomy (Osteology, Arthrology, Myology and Angiology)
Credit 3
Contact Hours 3
Pre-requisite courses Zoology Proposed Level and
semester
Level-1 Semester-1
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students on knowledge and understanding of the anatomical terms, bones, cartilages, joints, muscles and organs of circulation of animal body
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
1. explain the basic concept of anatomy PILO1 1.1, 1.2
2. describe different types of bones, cartilages PILO 1 1.1, 1.2 3. describe the form and structures of joints PILO 1 1.1, 1.2 4. identify the muscles of different body regions PILO1 1.1, 1.2 5. describe the anatomy of circulatory system PILO 1 1.1, 1.2 Course content
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practical session for each topic]
1. Definition, branches, scope and methods of anatomical study
1 2
2. Topographic and descriptive terminologies 1 1
3. Definition and classification of bones and skeleton, structure and composition of a bone
2 2
4. Bones of axial skeleton 2 5
5. Bones of appendicular skeleton 2 5
6. Definition, classification, formation and movements of joints
3 4
7. Origin, insertion, structure, action, blood and nerve supply of the muscles of different body regions of animals
4 5
8. External and internal features of the heart, great vessels and their distribution in animals
5 5
9. Lymphatic organs and lymph circulation of animals 5 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Assignment, Video presentation, Question and answering.
Assessment method Written exam (quiz, short and descriptive questions)
Books recommended 1. Sisson and Grossman’s The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
2. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
3. Bovine Anatomy, McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
Course No. and Title VAH 1102 Anatomy (Osteology, Arthrology, Myology and Angiology)
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses Zoology Proposed Level and
semester Level 1 Semester 1
Course objective This course will provide the students with the practical knowledge and understanding of bones, cartilages, joints, muscles and organs of circulation of animals
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
6. Identify anatomical terminologies, form and structure of bones and cartilages
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
7. Explain formation and movements of joints PILO1 1.1, 1.2 8. Identify the muscles of different regions of the animal
body
PILO2 1.1, 1.2
9. Identify the major vessels and their course with distribution.
PILO2 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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10. Topographic and descriptive terminologies 1 1
11. Bones, foramina, cavities (with boundaries) and joints of the skull of animals.
1,2 2
12. Morphological characteristics of bones and joints (name only) of vertebral column, ribs and sternum.
1,2 1
13. Segments, bones and joints of the fore limb and hind limb
1,2 2
14. Muscles of head, neck and abdominal regions of goat. 3 3
15. Muscles of the forelimb 3 2
16. Muscles of the hindlimb 3 2
17. External and internal features of heart, lymphatic organs, major vessels and their distribution.
4 2
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Group discussion, Video presentation, Question and answering
Assessment method Identification, Quiz, Viva-voce, Assignment and Presentation.
Books recommended 4. Sisson and Grossman’s The anatomy of the domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
5. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
6. Bovine Anatomy, McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
Course No. and Title VAH 1103, General Histology and Embryology
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses Zoology Proposed Level and
semester
Level 1 Semester 1
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students on knowledge and understanding of basic concept on cells, tissues and embryonic development of animals
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
10. explain cytology and histology PILO1 1.1, 1.2
11. describe the histology of basic tissues PILO1 1.1, 1.2 12. explain the growth and development of an embryo PILO1 1.1, 1.2 Course content
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1. Structure of a cell 1 1
2. Surface epithelial tissue 2 1
3. Glandular epithelial tissue 2 2
4. Connective tissue 2 3
5. Muscular tissue 2 1
6. Nervous tissue 2 1
7. Definition of embryology, objectives of embryology;
gametogenesis (formation of spermatozoa and oocyte), fertilization and stages of fertilization.
3 2
8. Definition, classification and formation of placenta 3 1
9. vertebrates’ embryonic development (Cleavage, morula, gastrulation, germ layers, and derivatives of germ layers)
3 3
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Assignment, Video presentation, Question and answering.
Assessment method Written exam (quiz, short and descriptive questions)
Books recommended 1. Textbook of Veterinary Histology, H. Dieter Dellmann 1998:
5thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
2. Bailey’s Textbook of Histology, Copenharver WM and Bunge RP 1975: 16thedn, The William and Alikins Company/Daltimare.
3. Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology, Willium J Bacha, Jr. Linda, M Linda, M wood: Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
4. Color Atlas of Human Histology, Mariano SH Di. Fiora: 4thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
5. Color Atlas of Avian Anatomy, McLelland J1997: WB Saunders Co. USA.
6. Langman’s Medical Embryology, 12th edition, by Sadler, T. W.
7. The Early Embryology of the chicks, Bradley M. Pattern 1971:
5thedn, McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York.
ourse No. and Title VAH 1201, Anatomy (Splanchnology and Aesthesiology)
Credit 3
Contact Hours 3
Pre-requisite courses Anatomy (VAH 1101, VAH 1102) Proposed Level and
semester
Level 1 Semester 2
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students on knowledge and understanding of the splanchnology and aesthesiology of animals
Course ILOs Program
ILO(s) to be
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to- addressed
13. describe the form and structure of visceral organs of animals
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
14. explain the sense organs, skin and appendages of animals
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
15. describe the endocrine glands of animals PILO1 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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18. Segments of gastrointestinal tract of animals 1 7
19. Accessory digestive organs of animals 1 4
20. Peritoneum, its modification and pouches 1 2
21. Pleura, larynx, trachea and lungs 1 2
22. Organs of urinary system 1 2
23. Organs of male genital system 1 5
24. Organs of female genital system 1 2
25. Sense organs- eye, ear, nose, skin and its appendages 2 5
26. Endocrine glands 3 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Assignment, Video presentation, Question and answering.
Assessment method Written exam (quiz, short and descriptive questions)
Books recommended 7. Sisson and Grossman’s The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
8. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
9. Bovine Anatomy,McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
Course No. and Title VAH 1202, Anatomy (Splanchnology and Aesthesiology)
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses Anatomy (VAH 1101, VAH 1102) Proposed Level and
semester
Level 1 Semester 2
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students on knowledge and understanding of the splanchnology and aesthesiology of animals Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to-
Program ILO(s) to be
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
addressed
16. describe the form and structure of visceral organs of animals
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
17. explain the sense organs, skin and appendages of animals
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
18. describe the endocrine glands of animals PILO1 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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Course ILO(s) to be addressed
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practical session for each topic]
27. Segments of gastrointestinal tract of animals 1 7
28. Accessory digestive organs of animals 1 4
29. Peritoneum, its modification and pouches 1 2
30. Pleura, larynx, trachea and lungs 1 2
31. Organs of urinary system 1 2
32. Organs of male genital system 1 5
33. Organs of female genital system 1 2
34. Sense organs- eye, ear, nose, skin and its appendages 2 5
35. Endocrine glands 3 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Assignment, Video presentation, Question and answering.
Assessment method Written exam (quiz, short and descriptive questions)
Books recommended 10. Sisson and Grossman’s The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
11. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
12. Bovine Anatomy,McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
Course No. and Title VAH 1203, Systemic Histology
Credit 3
Contact Hours 3
Pre-requisite courses General Histology and Embryology (VAH 1103 and VAH 1104) Proposed Level and
semester
Level 1 Semester 2
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students on knowledge and understanding of the histological structure of different tissues and organs of different systems of animals
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
1. explain the histological features of different organs or tissues of cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
2. describe the histological structures of organs or tissues of digestive system.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
3. describe the histological structures of organs or tissues of urogenital system.
4. describe the histological structures of organs or tissues of endocrine system and sense organs.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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Course ILO(s) to be addressed
No. of lectures/
practical session for each topic]
1. Organs or structures/tissues of cardiovascular and lymphatic systems.
1 5
2. Nasal cavity, olfactory organ, and vomeronasal organ, nasopharynx, larynx, trachea, and lung including bronchi, broncheoles, alveolar duct, alveolar sac, alveoli and alveolar sacs.
1 3
3. Alimentary canals and accessory digestive organs. 2 7
4. Organs or structures of urinary system. 2 3
5. Organs or structures of male genital system. 3 4
6. Organs or structures of female genital system. 4 4
7. Different glands of endocrine system. 5 4
8. Sense organs or structures of animal body. 5 2
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Assignment, Video presentation, Question and answering.
Assessment method Written exam (quiz, short and descriptive questions)
Books recommended 1. Textbook of Veterinary Histology, H. Dieter Dellmann 1998:
5thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
2. Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology, Willium J Bacha, Jr. Linda, M Linda, M wood: Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
3. Color Atlas of Human Histology, Mariano SH Di. Fiora: 4thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
Course No. and Title VAH 1204, Systemic Histology
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses General Histology and Embryology (VAH 1103 and VAH 1104) Proposed Level and
semester
Level 1 Semester 2
Course objective This course will provide the students with the practical knowledge and understanding of the organs or structures of the different systems of animals Course ILOs
[3-5 ILOs for each course; Follow the guidelines of Prof.
Sukumar’s presentation.]
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
1. Identify the normal histological structure of different cells, tissues, organs and structures of different systems of the animal body.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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1. Organs of circulation (heart and blood vessels), lymphatic tissues and organs.
1 2
2. Nasal passages, larynx, trachea and the lungs. 1 1
3. Alimentary canals and accessory digestive organs. 1 4
4. Kidney, ureter, urinary bladder and urethra. 1 1
5. Male and female reproductive organs. 1 4
6. Endocrine glands (Pituitary, adrenal, thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas)
1 2
7. Sense organs 1 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Group discussion, Video presentation, Question and answering
Assessment method Identification, Quiz, Viva-voce, Assignment and Presentation.
Books recommended 8. Textbook of Veterinary Histology, H. Dieter Dellmann 1998:
5thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
9. Bailey’s Textbook of Histology, Copenharver WM and Bunge RP 1975: 16thedn, The William and Alikins Company/Daltimare.
10. Color Atlas of Veterinary Histology, Willium J Bacha, Jr. Linda, M Linda, M wood: Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
11. Color Atlas of Human Histology, Mariano SH Di. Fiora: 4thedn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia.
Course No. and Title VAH 2106, Comparative Anatomy and Neuro Anatomy
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses Anatomy (VAH 1101, VAH 1102, VAH 1201 and VAH 1202) Proposed Level and
semester
Level 2 Semester 1
Course objective This course will provide the students with the practical knowledge and understanding on comparison of the skeletal system, organs of digestive, respiratory, urogenital, circulatory, endocrine systems and nervous system of different species of animals (horse, ox, goat, dog and cat).
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
compare the skeletal system of animals PILO1 1.1, 1.2
compare the organs of digestive, respiratory, urogenital, circulatory and endocrine systems
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
explain the nervous system of animals PILO1 1.1, 1.2
origin and distribution of cranial and spinal nerves of animals PILO1 1.1, 1.2
origin and distribution of autonomic nerves PILO1 1.1, 1.2
Course content
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practical session for each topic]
36. Bones and cartilages of axial skeleton 1 2
37. Bones and cartilages of appendicular skeleton 1 2
38. Organs of digestive system 2 1
39. Organs of respiratory system 2 1
40. Organs of urogenital system 2 2
41. Organs of circulatory and endocrine systems 2 1
42. Introduction to the nervous system, description of neuron and nerve
3 1
43. Different parts of the central and peripheral nervous system 3 1 44. Origin, distribution, functional components of cranial nerves 4 1 45. Origin, distribution, functional components of spinal nerves
including brachial, lumbar and sacral plexuses
4 2
46. Autonomic nervous system 5 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Group discussion, Video presentation, Question and answering
Assessment method Identification, Quiz, Viva-voce, Assignment and Presentation.
Books recommended 13. Sisson and Grossman’s The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
14. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
15. Bovine Anatomy, McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
16. Anatomy of the dog, Miller ME 1964: 1stedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London.
17. The Anatomy of the Nervous System, Ranson and Clark: 10thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia.
18. A functional Approach to Neuroanatomy, Earl Lawrence House and Ben Pansky 1967: 2ndedn, McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York, Toronto, Sydney, London.
Course No. and Title VAH 3108, Applied Anatomy
Credit 1
Contact Hours 2
Pre-requisite courses VAH 1101 Anatomy, VAH 1102 Anatomy, VAH 1206 Avian Anatomy, VAH 216, Comparative Anatomy and Neu0000ro Anatomy
Proposed Level and semester
Level-3 Semester-1
Course objective The purpose of the course is to prepare the students to develop anatomical knowledge for application in clinical courses
Course ILOs
At/by the end of the course, the students will be able to
Program ILO(s) to be addressed
Day-1 skill(s) to be addressed
[directly or indirectly (underpinning knowledge)]
19. Identify topographic anatomy of the head and their landmarks.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
20. describe the anatomy of the neck region PILO1 1.1, 1.2 21. locate the organs and their surface anatomy in thoracic,
abdominal and pelvic regions with their landmarking.
PILO1 1.1, 1.2
22. locate the perineal region and tail with their landmarks. PILO1 1.1, 1.2 Course content
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practical session for each topic]
47. Definition, classification, formation, and surgical
importance of horn with demonstration of different types of horn, cornual nerve and cornual artery
1 1
48. Various types and diverticula of sinuses with their site for trephining
1 1
49. Lacrimal gland, different layers of eye ball, muscles and nerve supplying eye ball and accessory structures
1 1
50. Structure of tooth and dental formula, demonstration of maxillary, mandibular, mental nerve and the course of salivary ducts.
1 1
51. Neck region and display the muscles, structures of neck region, jugular groove
2 2
52. Boundaries and contents of thoracic cavity, structure of thoracic wall, heart and lung field, attachment of diaphragm, site for paracentesis thoracis, site of drug administration and blood collection from heart
3 2
53. Boundaries of the abdominal cavity, structures of abdominal wall, topographic location of all the organs of abdominal cavity, abdominal tunic, linea alba, umbilicus, pre pubic tendon, site of incision and structures involved in laparotomy
3 3
54. Landmark of flank, paralumbar fossa with their surgical importance
3 1
55. Perineal region with blood and nerve supply.
Demonstration of scrotum, inguinal canal with its contents and landmarks.
4 2
56. Structures of tail with blood and nerve supply, muscles, nerve, blood supply of tail, landmark for paralumbar anaesthesia, epidural anesthesia with their indications
4 1
Teaching methods Lecture, Demonstration, Group discussion, Video presentation, Question and answering
Assessment method Identification, Quiz, Viva-voce, Assignment and Presentation.
Books recommended 19. Sisson and Grossman’s The anatomy of the domestic Animals, Robert Getty 1975: Vol. 1 and 2, 5thedn, WB Saunders Company, Philadelphia, London, Toronto.
20. Dyce, Sack and Wensing’s Textbook of Veterinary anatomy, Baljit Singh, 5th edition.
21. Bovine Anatomy, McLeod WM 1964: 2ndedn, Burger Publishing Company.
22. Essentials of Veterinary Surgery, A Venugopalan: 8thedn, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd.
23. Veterinary Operative Surgery, Dr. HC Elwald Berge and Dr. HC Melchior Westhues 1966: 1stedn, Medical Book Company, Denmark.
24. Dollar’s Veterinary Surgery, JJ O’ Connor1980: 4thedn, CBS Publishers and Distributors, India.
