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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN (VET)

VET 101 Animal Breeds and Husbandry     3 SHC
This course is a study of the various species and breeds of domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of each breed as well as important terminology and physiological data and behavior of each species of animal. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Corequisites: VET 103, VET 104, VET 105. (2/3)

 
VET 103 Veterinary Medical Terminology 2 SHC

This course introduces the fundamental principles of veterinary medical terminology. This systems approach to building the medical vocabulary is designed to complement anatomy, physiology, pathology and related areas of veterinary medicine. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Corequisites: VET 101, VET 104, VET 105. (2/0)

VET 104  Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology 3 SHC
This course provides a general survey of the functional anatomy and physiology of the domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Dissection of representative cadavers is performed in the laboratory. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Corequisites: VET 101, VET 103, VET 105. (2/3)

VET 105 Orientation to Veterinary Technology 1 SHC
This course is a study of the different job opportunities for a veterinary technician. In addition, the course exposes the student to key characteristics of people who are successful in the field. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Corequisites: VET 101, VET 103, VET 104. (1/0)

VET 109 Veterinary Parasitology 2 SHC
This course is a study of domestic animal parasitology including the diagnostic laboratory skills, life cycles of parasites and both the animal and zoonotic diseases related to parasitology. (1/3)

VET 117 Animal Nutrition 2 SHC
This course is a study of the different nutrients and their functions. Evaluating foodstuffs and exploring the role of dietary management and the use of prescription diets in small animals are covered in the course. (2/0)

VET 140  Veterinary Pharmacology 2 SHC
This course is a study of the principles of pharmacology and the pharmaceutical products used in veterinary medicine. Prerequisites: VET 101, VET 103, VET 104, VET 105; Corequisites: VET 109, VET 150(2/0)

VET 150 Clinical Techniques I 3 SHC
This course includes a survey of the technical skills required by the veterinary technician in dealing with all domestic animals. The course includes techniques in restraint, handling, administration of medications and collection of bodily specimens.  Prerequisites: VET 101, VET 103, VET 104, VET 105.  Corequisites:  BIO 115, VET 109, VET 140, VET 117. (2/3)

VET 152 Clinical Pathology 4 SHC
This course provides a study of veterinary hematology, urology and clinical chemistry followed by application of standard laboratory procedures and regulatory testing in each of these disciplines. Prerequisites: VET 109, VET 150, VET 115, VET 140. Corequisites: VET 215, VET 180 (3/3)

VET 160 Clinical Techniques II 3 SHC

This course provides a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on radiographic and anesthetic procedures. Prerequisites: VET 152, VET 180, VET 215. Corequisites: VET 201, VET 260,  VET 207, VET 181. (2/3)

VET 170 Veterinary Technician Externship 6 SHC
This course provides clinical training in the veterinary field under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian in a veterinary facility. (0/18)

VET 180  Preceptorship 2 SHC
This course includes observations in a number of different veterinary clinics. A variety of practices and clinical settings are covered. Prerequisites: VET 109, VET 140, VET 150, VET 117. Corequisites: VET 152, VET 215. (0/6)

VET 181 Preceptorship II 3 SHC
This course offers supervised experience in a variety of veterinary clinical settings. (0/9)

VET 201 Diseases and Zoonosis  4 SHC
This course provides a study of domestic animal diseases including their causes, symptoms, prevention, treatment and public health significance. Prerequisites: VET 152, VET 215, VET 180. Corequisites: VET 160, VET 260, VET 207, VET 181 (4/0)

VET 207 Large Animal Clinical Practice  3 SHC
This course is a study of topics relevant to medical and surgical techniques of the common domestic large animal species. Topics include physical exam, restraint, sample collection, bandaging, emergency treatment, surgical and obstetrical procedures and instruments, herd health and lameness.  Prerequisites: VET 152, VET 215, VET 180. Corequisites: VET 201, VET 160, VET 260, VET 207, VET 181(2/3)

VET 215 Laboratory Animal Medicine 2 SHC
This course provides a study of the animals and facilities used in research procedures in medicine. The course includes equipment, aseptic techniques, vivarium management, husbandry and disease prevention in laboratory animals. Prerequisites: VET 109, VET 140, VET 150, VET 117. Corequisites: VET 152, VET 180 (1/3)

VET 240 Office Management and Client Education 3 SHC
This course provides a study of office management including the use of the computer in veterinary medical facilities. The course also includes an in-depth study of veterinary ethics and client education techniques.  Prerequisites: VET 201, VET 260, VET 160, VET 207, VET 181. Corequisites: VET 170, VET 250, VET 270, VET 280. (3/0)

VET 250 Clinical Techniques III 3 SHC
This course includes a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on laboratory techniques. Prerequisites: VET 201, VET 160, VET 260, VET 207. Corequisites: VET 170, VET 270, VET 280, VET 240. (2/3)

VET 260 Clinical Techniques IV  3 SHC
This course will survey technical skills required by veterinary technicians with emphasis on medical and surgical emergencies. Prerequisites: VET 152, VET 215, VET 180. Corequisites: VET 201, VET 160, VET 207, VET 181. (1/6)