17 courses with the subject VT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
VT 102LABORATORY ANIMAL MANAGEMENT3
This course provides an introduction (ALAT level) to the care and use of laboratory animals in a research environment. Topics include animal welfare regulation, animal care and management, species and strain identification, nutrition, reproduction, gnotobiology, disease recognition and control, and euthanasia methods. A supplemental laboratory will cover the clinical management of rats, mice, and rabbits. In addition to lecture and laboratory, the course includes a field trip to a laboratory animal facility and ward duty. Students should expect to spend time outside of class completing animal-care duties. (2 hour lecture/1.5 hour laboratory). Prerequisite: VT197 and have submitted the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
VT 103INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY & PRACTICE
MANAGEMENT: 2 Credits This course includes an overview of the laws, ethics and rules of professional conduct that define the profession of veterinary technology. Areas of discussion include the role of the veterinary technician in veterinary medicine, research, regulatory agencies, industry and private practice. Topics in professional development include law, ethics, resume writing, professional conduct and grief management. An overview of office procedures and business practices relevant to private veterinary hospitals will also be covered. (2 hour lecture). 154
VT 105LARGE ANIMAL CLINICAL AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES3
This course provides an introduction to the medical management of domestic farm animal species. Topics of the lecture include an overview of the livestock industry, as well as farm-animal reproduction, common diseases and surgeries. Emphasis in the laboratory is placed on basic nursing skills, such as venipuncture, IV catheterization, the administration of medication by various routes and fluid therapy. Emergency clinical procedures, the care of neonates and recumbent patients are also emphasized. Laboratories are held at the Motherhouse Barn and offsite farms or hospitals. This course requires animal-care shifts outside of classroom time. (2 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Prerequisites: MH110 College Algebra and VT197 Animal Handling and Husbandry Submission of the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
This course offers a comparative study of the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals. Cell biology, including a discussion of basic organic molecules, and cellular reproduction is covered in the early part of the course. Tissues, integument, skeletal and muscular systems are subsequently covered. Laboratories include microscopic examination of cells and tissues, gross examination of mammalian skeletons and dissection of preserved cats. Radiographs are employed to further illustrate anatomical parts. (3 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory).
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VT 111ANIMAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II4
A continuation of Animal Anatomy and Physiology I. This course examines the remainder of the anatomical systems in the mammal and discusses comparative anatomical and physiological differences. Laboratory includes examination of gross tissues from various species including: cat, dog, sheep, pig, and ox. (3 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Prerequisite: VT110.
This course provides an introduction to the theory and application of pharmacology. Topics include drug classifications, pharmacokinetics (the process by which drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized and eliminated by the body) and pharmacodynamics (the interaction of a drug and the receptors responsible for its action in the body). Clinical case presentations will be used to illustrate specific drug use, dosing, contraindications, side effects and the potential for interactions with other drugs. Prerequisites: VT214 (Veterinary Anesthesiology and Pain Management), VT227. 155
This course provides an introduction to the care and handling of common domestic species. For each of the species covered, topics will include: common breed identification, associated normal behaviors, methods of handling and restraint, basic nutritional care and husbandry. The course also explores how diet and environmental factors relate to the health status of animals. Emphasis in the laboratory is placed on handling, restraint and animal care. This course requires animal care shifts outside of classroom time. Laboratories are held at the Motherhouse Barn and offsite farms or hospitals. This course requires animal-care shifts outside of classroom time. (2 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Prerequisite: Major in the VT program. Submission of the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
This course provides an introduction to the medical management of domestic small animal species. Emphasis in the laboratory is placed on basic nursing skills, such as venipuncture, IV catheterization, and the administration of medication and fluid therapy. Routine and emergency clinical procedures are also emphasized. This course requires animal care shifts outside of classroom time. (2-hour lecture/2-hour laboratory). Prerequisite: VT105, VT111, VT103, CH101. Submission of the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
This course offers students a hands-on laboratory in small-animal dentistry. Oral examination, dental charting, dental radiography and prophylactic care will be addressed. (2 hour laboratory). Prerequisite: VT110. 156
This course provides an overview of the basic principles of radiology. Topics include: theory of x-ray production; parts and use of radiographic equipment; radiation control and safety; restraint and positioning of animals; radiographic quality; film development. (1 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Prerequisites: VT111. Submission of the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
This course will cover the principles of anesthesia and pain-management in animals. Topics will include inhalant anesthetic agents, injectable anesthetic agents, pain management techniques and pharmaceutical agents. This course will cover all aspects of the anesthesia machine, patient anesthesia records and anesthetic-monitoring equipment. Patient assessment of the pre-anesthetic, intraoperative and post-operative period will be emphasized. Principles of drug calculation will also be introduced. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisites: VT103, VT105, VT111.
VT 220CLINICAL PATHOLOGY FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS3
This course is a survey of the causes of infectious disease affecting domestic animal species. Clinically significant microbes and parasites will be covered. Topics will include virology, bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology. Disease prevention and issues of public health will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will provide comprehension of and experience in aseptic techniques, sterilization, biosafety, sample collection and cultures, antimicrobial sensitivity testing, diagnostic testing and identification of organisms. (2 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Co-requisite: VT110 Animal Anatomy & Physiology I; Prerequisite: EN101.
VT 221CLINICAL PATHOLOGY FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS II3
A continuation of Clinical Laboratory Procedures I, this course covers the remaining topics and procedures encountered in the veterinary clinical pathology laboratory including: hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, immunology, and cytology. Students will gain the necessary didactic and remaining hands-on skills required to run and evaluate clinical pathological specimens on common veterinary species. An overview of clinical pathological procedures on exotic species will be included, if time permits. (2 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Pathology I. 157
CH101 Fundamentals of Chemistry I, VT111, and VT220 Clinical
VT 227ANIMAL MEDICINE I2
This course offers an introduction to the principles of small-animal disease as it relates to the veterinary technician. The students will be introduced to the nursing process: assessment, nursing diagnoses/ technician evaluation, development of nursing- care plans (nursing interventions), and evaluations of interventions and outcomes. Diseases are discussed in terms of pathophysiology, clinical presentation, nursing considerations, and client education topics. Diagnostics and treatments will be discussed in terms of relevancy to the nursing process. This course focuses on the following body systems: sensory (eyes and ears), dermatology, cardiology, respiratory, orthopedic, neurology. Additional topics covered include: shock and emergency medicine; pediatric care; and geriatric care. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisites: CH101, EN103, VT103, VT105, VT111.
This one-semester clinical experience provides the sophomore student with the opportunity to refine clinical skills in off-campus veterinary facilities. Students choose from a list of Manor College-approved externship sites and are trained under the supervision of certified veterinary technicians or veterinarians. Approved sites include specialty, emergency and critical-care animal hospitals, USDA-registered research facilities, and veterinary practices that specialize in equine, feline and exotic animals. Excellent general small-animal practices are also available. This course includes 12 weeks of full-time training and requires one semester of full-time tuition. Sites may not be easily accessible via public transportation and students will be expected to provide their own transportation to and from externship locations. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all other degree requirements. Students may not be on academic probation and must have a GPA > 2.2 in all program, math and science courses. Submission of the following forms: — Immunization and Health Insurance Requirements — Manor College Veterinary Technology Program Health Risk Acknowledgement and Release of Claims — Manor College Agreement and Release of Liability — Manor College Aggressive Animal/Bite Protocol and
This course provides an introduction to surgical principles and advanced clinical procedures. Topics include: aseptic and sterile protocols, instrumentation, suture materials and techniques, wound management, surgical assistance, and pre and postoperative care of animals. An accompanying laboratory will include hands- on practice of surgical and anesthesia-related skills, as well as performance of advanced clinical procedures requiring anesthesia. This course requires animal-care shifts outside of classroom time. (2 hour lecture/3 hour laboratory). 158
This course is a continuation of VT227 Animal Medicine I. We will continue to emphasize the veterinary nursing process in large and small animal species. Diseases affecting the hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive and endocrine systems will be covered, as well as introduction to oncology. Epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, clinical pathology, nursing interventions, and client education topics will be addressed during discussion of each disease. (3 hour lecture) Prerequisites: VT227 and VT221. Because College curricula, programs, policies, and rates cannot be static in a changing environment, the information in this catalog is subject to change at any time and this catalog is not a contract and should not be relied on as such. Manor College will make efforts to give notice of all substantive changes as appropriate. However, it is the responsibility of each individual student to become and remain aware of all applicable requirements and provisions that may apply to them at any given time. Students, applicants, and other users of this catalog should consult with appropriate College offices to verify the current text or status of policies, programs, descriptions of curricula, or other information in this catalog. 159
