Currently Enrolling Workshops

Orientation for Animal Care and Use at the University of Michigan (Lecture) View Schedule
An introduction to research animal use. This course is offered four times a month for new personnel; and it is also recommended as a refresher course for existing personnel, particularly laboratory/facility managers and supervisors. Topics covered include: historical perspectives on animal use and the current animal research climate, animal care and use regulations & policies, the animal care and use application, etc. It is required to bring a copy of your approved animal use protocol when you attend this lecture.
Introduction to Laboratory Rats and Mice (Lecture Pre-Req to Mouse or Rat Workshop View Schedule
Effective November 1st This course is a prerequisite and must be taken BEFORE registering or taking the Mouse 101 or Rat 101 workshops. This introductory one-hour lecture covers the basics of laboratory rat and mouse behavior, health concerns, and methodology (handling, injection, blood collection, breeding, etc.). This lecture is offered several times each month.
Training in Rodent Survival Surgery (Lecture) View Schedule
This course will teach students about the necessary preparations for rodent surgery. Students will learn how to aseptically prepare the animal and themselves for surgery. Techniques include gowning and gloving procedures, preparing the surgical field, sterilization methods, and basic anesthetic monitoring. The class is approximately one hour in length, and utilizes a training video provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This course is offered several times each month.
Laboratory Mouse Techniques 101 (Workshop) View Schedule
For participation in the "hands-on" workshops you must be listed on an approved protocol to work with animals at the University of Michigan. You MUST take the Introduction to Laboratory Rats and Mice before registering for this course. Please contact UCUCA or your primary investigator to confirm that you have been added to an approved animal care and use protocol, before signing up for this workshop. This course (combines both lecture and hands-on format) it is designed to teach a variety of basic rodent handling methods as well as injection and blood collection techniques. All of these techniques will be demonstrated and you will have the opportunity to practice them under the supervision of an experienced trainer. In addition, this class also allows for students to return at a later date in order to practice a technique, receive a refresher, or learn new techniques. Registration is required, as class size is limited. Workshop is offered several times a month or upon request.
Laboratory Rat Techniques 101 (Workshop) View Schedule
For participation in the "hands-on" workshops you must be listed on an approved protocol to work with animals at the University of Michigan. You MUST take the Introduction to Laboratory Rats and Mice before registering for this course. Please contact UCUCA or your primary investigator if you have not been added onto an approved animal care and use protocol before signing up for workshops. This course (combining both lecture and hands-on format) is designed to teach a variety of basic rodent injection and blood collection techniques. All of these techniques will be demonstrated and you will have the opportunity to practice them under the supervision of an experienced trainer. In addition, this class also allows for students to return at a later date in order to practice a technique, receive a refresher, or learn new techniques. Registration is required, as class size is limited. Workshop is offered several times a month or upon request.
ULAM Hazard Containment (Lecture) View Schedule
An overview of policies, guidelines, and procedures relevant to animal research involving hazardous substances including infectious agents, chemicals, toxins, and viral vectors. Topics: importance of containment, risk assessment, requesting containment housing, animal handling and transportation, Animal Biosafety Levels (ABSL), containment equipment, carcass and waste disposal, equipment disinfection, national guidelines and regulations, and relevant ULAM/UCUCA policies and standard operating procedures. Offered once a month or upon request.
Introduction to Non Human Primates and Zoonoses View Schedule
This course is intended to provide general information on nonhuman primates. Topics covered include: basic behavior, common health concerns, animal enrichment methods, etc. This is a course for all new personnel working with non-human primates, and as a refresher course for seasoned employees. The topics include zoonotic diseases and critical first-aid procedures to follow in the event of a monkey bite, scratch, or contact with bodily fluids. This course will be offered once a month or as needed.