This course will build on the previous fish health BVM course (VM2106).  It will focus on diagnostic and treatments used for fish and crustacean diseases, which will prepare student for the clinical year rotation in aquatic animal medicine. The main viral, bacterial, parasitic, fungal, and environmental diseases of crustaceans and fish species will be presented using a case-based problem teaching approach. Students will learn how to treat and prevent these diseases.  We will also cover surgical procedures done on ornamental fish species. Other topics covered will include legislation, regulations, and policies on aquatic animal veterinary practice, as well as current issues on aquatic animal welfare.