Unit of competency Outline

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Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work

Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMGEN314
State Code
ODC66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/07/2021
Field of Education
061101 - Veterinary Science
Original Release Date
26/07/2021
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify animal anatomy and physiological functions of animals. It incorporates knowledge of animal classification, animal body systems, physiological functions and external anatomical features of animals to recognise normal health.The unit applies to individuals who work primarily with mammals, but also birds and reptiles, in animal care environments.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Classify animals
  • 1.1 Classify animals using industry terminology
  • 1.2 Identify and describe the differences between different animal groups
2. Identify anatomy and physiology of mammals
  • 2.1 Identify and describe the external anatomical features of mammals
  • 2.2 Identify and describe the body systems of mammals
  • 2.3 Describe the physiological functions of the body systems of mammals
3. Identify comparative anatomy and physiology
  • 3.1 Identify and describe the external anatomical features of birds and reptiles
  • 3.2 Identify and describe the body systems of birds and reptiles
  • 3.3 Describe the physiological functions of the body systems of birds and reptiles
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBE09 ACMGAS307 Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGQ8 ACM30121 Certificate III in Animal Care Services Qualification
BHV0 ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services Qualification