Program Overview

Program Overview

The program in question is a course on laboratory animal science, specifically designed for technical personnel involved in animal experiments. The course is accredited by FELASA (Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations) and is offered by the University of Copenhagen.

Course Objectives

The primary objective of the course is to provide participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to handle laboratory animals, understand the ethical and legal aspects of animal experimentation, and ensure the welfare of animals used in research.

Course Content

The course covers a range of topics, including:

• Theory:
  • Laboratory animal use in biomedical research
  • Legislation, ethics, and welfare
  • General laboratory animal biology, anatomy, and behavior
  • Genetics and transgenic laboratory animals
  • Laboratory animal microbiology, health, and hygiene
  • Nutrition, housing, and environmental factors
  • Anesthesia and analgesia
  • Euthanasia
• Practical training:
  • Basic handling and procedures on rats and mice
  • Practical exercises over two days

Target Audience

The course is designed for technical personnel involved in animal experiments, such as laboratory technicians, animal caretakers, and research assistants. It is not open to students and academic personnel, who are referred to a different course (Function ABD).

Language

The course is offered in both Danish and English.

Course Leaders

The course is led by Dr. Klas Abelson, Professor, PhD, and Dr. Dorte Bratbo Sørensen, Lektor, PhD, dyrlæge.

Instructors

The course instructors include Klas Abelson, Professor, PhD, Dorte Bratbo Sørensen, Lektor, PhD, and other scientific staff, veterinarians, animal caretakers, and PhD students specialized in laboratory animal science.

Duration and Location

The course is offered online throughout the year, and participants can enroll at any time. The practical exercises take place over two days, and the exact dates are arranged with the instructor after enrollment.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for employees of the University of Copenhagen is 17,100 kr, while the fee for external participants is 25,600 kr. The fee includes course materials, including a textbook (paperback edition), as well as coffee and tea during the practical exercises.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by FELASA (Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations) according to their accreditation program.

Additional Information

Course materials will be provided at the start of the course. The course is not open to students and academic personnel, who are referred to a different course (Function ABD). The University of Copenhagen is committed to providing high-quality education and research in laboratory animal science.