Animal Ethics Training

Animal Ethics Course (Annual one day course) | Afternoon Practicals

Animal Ethics Course 2009

The use of animals in science : ethical and practical considerations
Thursday 5 March 2009
National Wine Centre of Australia

The Animal Ethics Committee's of the University of Adelaide and the Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science hold a one day course for staff and honours/postgraduate students each year in March. 

The annual course is particularly aimed at new users but is of interest and value to animal users generally. The broad object of the day's programme is to draw attention to some of the ethical questions that must be considered when scientific and teaching activities relating to the conditional use of animals is proposed. There is particular emphasis on the responsibilities involved and on the importance of compliance with the Australian code of practice for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes - 7th Edition 2004. In addition the programme raises wider issues in relation to the humane use of animals. Click here for the 2008 Animal Ethics Course Programme (pdf 55kB).

Practical Afternoon Training in Laboratory Rat & Mouse Techniques (non-compulsory)

These practicals are intended as an introduction to commonly used laboratory animal procedures and techniques for new students and less experienced staff. They will be conducted in the University of Adelaide Medical School, Frome Road, by the Animal Welfare Officer and Laboratory Animal Services. Further sessions will be run during the year if there is sufficent interest.

If you are interested in undertaking one of these training sessions please contact the Animal Welfare Officer, Denise Noonan or phone 8303 4107.

Cost: No charge, however priority will be given to registrations from staff and students of the University of Adelaide and IMVS.