15 courses with the subject VET, 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.
VET 101*Introduction to Veterinary Technology3
This course begins building the skill sets required to succeed in the care and handling of animals. Areas of emphasis will include: restraint techniques, care and feeding, basic nursing care, venipuncture, client relations, microscope care and usage and other basic skills utilized by animal caregivers, animal lab researchers and/or practicing veterinary technicians. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Formal Admission to the Veterinary Technology Program.
Corequisite
VET 101 Laboratory
VET 105*Large Animal Medical Nursing3
This course focuses on the management, husbandry and general health care of animals used in agriculture. This course will provide an introduction to nutrition, breeds, proper housing and relevant physiology will be covered. Special emphasis will be placed on handling procedures, common illnesses, physical examination, delivery of medications and other procedures typical of food animal veterinary practice. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Formal admission to the Veterinary Technician Program.
Corequisite
VET 105 Laboratory
VET 110*Applied Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology4
This course parallels a vertebrate zoology course focusing on aspects of anatomy and physiology that have clinical relevance for animal caregivers, animal lab researchers and veterinary practice. Companion, agricultural (large) and exotic species will be covered with reference to human physiology where applicable. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Formal admission to the Veterinary Technician Program
Corequisite
VET 110L Laboratory
VET 125*Laboratory Animal Care3
This course includes physiology, pathology and husbandry of animals commonly encountered among research facilities and companion animal markets will be the focus of this course. Classroom lecture will accompany laboratory sessions designed to acquaint the student with restraint techniques, sampling methods, common medical issues and diagnostic procedures unique to these animals. Small rodents, lagomorphs, birds and reptiles are typically used. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Formal admission to the Veterinary Technology program
Corequisite
VET 125 Laboratory
VET 130*Pharmacology and Therapeutics4
In this course students will learn drug classifications, proper handling, storage and record keeping associated with drug usage. Methods of compounding, formulation and calculation of drug dosages will be discussed. Various drug delivery methods and dietary management of chronically ill patients will also be covered. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Summer
CHEM 1030 or CHEM 1110 and VET 110 both with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite
VET 130 Laboratory
VET 150*Clinical Practicum I4
This course provides practical experience in veterinary clinics and/or related facilities. Students will begin to apply skills developed in the classroom at assigned off-campus facilities. The student will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the facility. Students will discuss the clinical experience, medical record keeping, and hospital procedures in the classroom. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Summer
VET 101 with a grade of C or higher and formal acceptance to the Veterinary Technician program.
Corequisite
VET 150 Clinical
VET 205*Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians4
This course covers fundamentals of the role of microorganisms responsible for disease in animals. Emphasis will be placed on collection of specimens for culture and the isolation and identification of pathogenic organisms. Bacteriological and aseptic techniques are emphasized in the laboratory. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Fall
BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1030 or BIOL 1110 , and VET 110 with a grade of C or higher and formal admission to the Veterinary Technician program.
Corequisite
VET 205 Laboratory
VET 210*Veterinary Imaging3
In this course the fundamental concepts of radiology and ultrasonography will be stressed. Proper restraint (including chemical restraint), positioning, exposure calculations and developing exposed film will be covered. Radiation safety, darkroom management and record keeping are additional areas of focus. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Summer
This course provides an overview of the diseases commonly encountered in veterinary practice. The course will stress nursing and diagnostic techniques utilized in the management of hospitalized patients, including education of clients. Diseases with a potential for zoonosis or creating health hazards for the local population will be emphasized. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Fall
VET 110 and VET 130 (both with a grade of C or higher)
Corequisite
VET 215 Laboratory
VET 220*Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgery4
This course will prepare the student for proper operation of a surgical suite and management of anesthetized animals. Students will calculate anesthetic dosages, learn the proper function and maintenance of gas anesthesia machines, monitor anesthetized animals and practice skills such as intubation and mechanical ventilation. Asepsis, autoclaving, surgical instrument care and cleaning will also be included. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
VET 110 and VET 130 (all with a grade of C or higher)
Corequisite
VET 220 Laboratory
VET 230*Veterinary Clinical Pathology3
This course will introduce the students to the machines and skill sets necessary for routine in-house diagnostics typically performed in private veterinary practice. Areas of emphasis will include methods for: complete blood counts (CBC), clinical serum chemistry analysis, histology slide preparation, fecal sample preparation, urinalysis and others . Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Fall
This course provides practical experience in veterinary clinics and/or related facilities. Students will continue to apply skills developed in the classroom at assigned off-campus facilities. The student will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the facility. Students will discuss the clinical experience and hear from guest speakers in the classroom. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Fall
This course provides practical experience in veterinary clinics and/or related facilities. Students will continue to apply skills developed in the classroom at assigned off-campus facilities. The student will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the facility. Students will discuss the clinical experience and ethical considerations in the classroom. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
VET 150 and VET 251 (both with a grade of C or higher)
Corequisite
VET 261 Clinical
VET 265*VTNE Review1
This course is a comprehensive and systemic review of the veterinary technician course work. It is designed to prepare students for the national exam. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) Spring
Formal admission to the Veterinary Technology program
VET 276T*Selected Topics in Veterinary Technology1-6
This is a course intended for independent study, clinical seminars, selected preceptorships, undergraduate research projects and national board exam review. Semester Availability: (Subject to Change) As needed
Subject
VET
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for a maximum credit of six hours to apply toward graduation.
