Director (External Affairs)
Director (External Affairs) post is created by Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act which is directly controlled by the Vice Chancellor of the University. Director (External Affairs) is maintaining the work based learning (WBL) i.e. internship. Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) has introduced an innovative 40 weeks long work-based learning program (Internship) as an integral part of the five years long Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) course. So far, nine batches of final year DVM students have undertaken this programme and 10th batch will start in January 2010. From the very inception this programme we have included Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University as one of its placements and it appeared to be the most successful program for professional development and enhancement of cultural relationship.
We meant WBL as:
A from of learning that takes place in the work place.
An arrangement by which learner gets academic recognition.
Linking learning to the work place.
Three major stands: learning for work, learning at work and learning through work.
Organization of knowledge in society.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
The following aims and objectives have been developed by the college to define both the learning potential and the range of learning opportunities provided by the scheme.
The aims cover six aspects of veterinary work:
Clinical activity.
Animal Management.
Extension/ Development Work.
Reproduction/ Artificial insemination.
Meat Hygiene.
Technical/ Scientific Industry.
Aims and objectives: Clinical Placements.
The aims cover:
Gaining a wide experience of a range of veterinary placements.
Linking theory with practice.
Strengthening the ability to identify and treat a range of diseases.
Developing interpersonal skills.
Developing an appreciative of management and placement organization.
Gaining an insight into professional aspects of practice.
Gaining an insight into career development.