Contadini, F., Mateus, A., Yusta, N. , Dadios, N. and Wigham, E. (2021) Academic-Industry Partnership for the Development and Implementation of a Novel Virtual Slaughterhouse Teaching Tool. VetEd Symposium 2021, 07-09 Jul 2021.
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Abstract
Introduction: The RCVS requires all veterinary students to visit abattoirs during their studies. This has become challenging in recent years, as slaughterhouses have concerns about allowing access to external visitors, ranging from health and safety to privacy. Alternative resources are needed to reach RCVS day one competencies. Methods: A partnership between University of Surrey, University of Glasgow, Royal Veterinary College and company 3DVSL was established to produce and deliver the virtual slaughterhouse teaching tool. Footage was collected from 5 abattoir species: pig, sheep, cattle, venison and poultry. The footage was reviewed by academics at the different institutions. 3DVSL produced a computer-based virtual tour for each of the species with the content provided by the academics. 3D stereo videos were used with virtual reality headsets. Results: The tool has been used at all three academic institutions. Students had access to the computer based tool both with an academic and in their own time. Virtual reality headsets were used to provide an immersive experience, guided by an academic. Student feedback has been positive, with concerns addressed by the partnership to improve usability. Discussion: This tool fills a widening gap in resources availability for student training around the slaughterhouse. With the virtual slaughterhouse we aim to narrow this gap, while at the same time providing a solid basis on which to build with in-person experience. The role of the official veterinarian at the abattoir is fundamental both for the profession and society and this tool aims to support the development of well-rounded professionals while responding to RCVS requirements
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Yusta, Ms Noelia and Wigham, Dr Ellie |
| Authors: | Contadini, F., Mateus, A., Yusta, N., Dadios, N., and Wigham, E. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine |
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