The DCM Mouse Handling and Techniques class is a hands-on wet lab designed to teach students basic techniques in mouse handling. Techniques taught include restraint, simple injections, bleeding techniques, anesthesia, and euthanasia. All UNC mouse handlers are welcome to attend. Alternatively, training and certification may be provided through a certified proficient Laboratory Animal Coordinator.

Prerequisites: Research Profile, Lab Worker Form, Animal Handler Form, and IACUC/DCM on-line orientation (https://acap.research.unc.edu/iacuc_reg/).

The course material is available for downloading and referencing

 under the URL: (Please ensure that you review this information prior to class)

Mouse Handling Class Materials