DO0155, Infection prevention and control, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-VH, 2025-11-11
Valid from : Autumn semester 2026 (2026-08-31)

Level

First cycle (G1F)

Main field of study

Veterinary Nursing

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The purpose of the course is to give students qualified knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) procedures.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to

• describe principles for infection prevention and control that is intended to prevent and manage healthcare associated infections,
• describe the handling of hazardous waste in a sustainable manner,
• apply practical skills infection prevention and control procedures,
• describe methods for cleaning, disinfection, sterilisation and maintenance of instruments and equipment in animal healthcare,
• evaluate IPC plans based on current regulations,
• describe the basics of interaction between animals and people in an animal healthcare context.

Content

Subject-related content
Principles for handling hazardous waste, hygiene work, evaluation of IPC plans and hygiene routines regarding personnel, patients and equipment are taught in the course.
The sustainability perspective is a central element of the course. An ethological and anthrozoological approach to animal healthcare, focusing on the sick animal’s behaviour and needs. Some practical exercises involve dummies and/or live animals students are trained in the following: aseptic preparation of surgical sites, surgical hand washing and -disinfection, gowning and gloving, and cleaning and disinfection of equipment in animal healthcare.

Teaching formats
To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used:

Lectures, problem-based teaching, seminars, demonstrations and practical exercises.

The course focuses on the following generic competencies:
Written and oral communication, information competence, group dynamics/teamwork, self-development and critical thinking.

The following components are compulsory:
Seminars, exercises and presentations.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written and oral examination, passed practical examination and approved participation in compulsory components.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Clinical Sciences

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Veterinary Nursing programme

The Course Replaces

DO0127

Other Information

The entry requirement of 3 credits microbiology may be fulfilled through completed course Microbiology and general mechanisms of disease (DO0087/DO0088/DO0109).