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VSC 295 Independent Research in Veterinary Science
1-3 cr. hrs. 1-3 periods (1-3 lec.)
Experience in scientific laboratory research.
Prerequisite(s): VSC 195.
Information:
Nine credit hours of Veterinary Science and consent of instructor are required before enrolling in this course.
Specific content to be determined by student and instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
VSC 296 Independent Research in Veterinary Science
1-3 cr. hrs. 1-3 periods (1-3 lec.)
Advanced study of a particular Veterinary Science subject or subjects to hone skills while working in an independent format.
Information:
Consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this course.
Content of study and its manner of execution must be developed through mutual agreement between the student and
the instructor prior to enrollment in the course.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
Veterinary Technology
For courses numbered 098, 198, 298, see “Topic Courses” on page 292
VET 100 Introduction to Veterinary Technology
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction into the role of the veterinary technician careers and career paths, legal applications, ethical responsibilities,
professional attitudes, medical terminology, and occupational safety issues. Also includes breed identification of domestic
animals, behavioral characteristics of animals, human-animal bonding, and dealing with pet loss.
Corequisite(s): VET 110, VET 130, VET 225
Information: Admission to the Veterinary Technology program is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall.
VET 106 Veterinary Practice Assistant I
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Introduction to the basic skills needed to assist veterinary professionals in the quality care of animals. Includes animal
restraint, nursing, vaccinations and other basic assisting skills.
Corequisite(s): VET 107, VET 108
Information: Consent of program faculty is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
VET 107 Veterinary Practice Assistant II
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Continuation of VET 106. Includes pharmacy, surgical, laboratory and imaging skills.
Corequisite(s): VET 106, VET 108
Information: Consent of program faculty is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
VETERINARY SCIENCE — VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
VET 108 Introduction to Veterinary Facility Practices
6 cr. hrs. 6 periods (6 lec.)
Introduction into the role of the veterinary practice assistant in the veterinary medicine profession. Includes careers and
career paths, legal applications, ethical responsibilities, professional attitudes, medical terminology, and occupational
safety issues. Also includes standard office procedures with an emphasis in client relations and education and computer
skills, breed identification of domestic animals, behavioral characteristics of animals, human-animal bonding, and dealing
with pet loss.
Corequisite(s): VET 106, VET 107
Information: Consent of program faculty is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
VET 110 Veterinary Nursing Procedures I
3 cr. hrs. 4 periods (2 lec., 2 lab)
Introduction to veterinary nursing techniques. Includes physical examination, history taking, injections, preventative
health care, basic nutrition and animal restraint. Also includes husbandry techniques, kennel management and sanitation
of kennel facilities for dogs and cats.
Corequisite(s): VET 100, VET 130, VET 225
Information: Admission to the Veterinary Technology program is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall.
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