| Veterinary Science Technology |
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A program in conjuction with SUNY Canton.
$105.00 surcharge will be assessed to each VET course to help defray the expenses incurred for guest lecturers and facilities rental. |
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| Vet 101 Intro Vet Science I |
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| Lecture: 1 hr. Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs. |
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| An orientation and survey course, basic practices, including ethical principles, responsibilities and duties underlying the field of Veterinary Science Technology (Vet Tech). Varied career opportunities open to licensed veterinary technicians, animal breed identification, surgical instrument identification, drug math and a variety of hands-on skills in animal therapeutic nursing are stressed. Designed to provide experience with laboratory animals, companion animals and animals commonly associated with agriculture. Pre/Corequisite: BIO 111 and CHM 111. |
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| Vet 103 Intro to Animal Agriculture |
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| Lecture: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs. |
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| An introduction to the use of animals in agriculture activities. Beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, sheep, swine, goats and other animals will be discussed. Provides the student with insight as to the function and needs of the animal owner/producer. Common production schemes, terminology, and animal breeds will be addressed. |
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| Vet 112 Veterinary Clinical Pathology |
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| Lecture: 2 hrs. Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs. |
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| An introduction to Veterinary Clinical Pathology as it relates to normal and abnormal physiology of animal species. Emphasis is on techniques and sample handling rather than diagnosis. Includes instruction in general laboratory equipment, use and function of spectrophotometer, the proper preparation of biological samples, basic diagnostic techniques that include complete blood count, urinalysis, and examination of feces for internal parasites. Prerequisites: VET 101. |
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| Vet 114 Animal Anat & Phys |
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| Lecture: 2 hrs. Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs. |
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| An introduction to the fundamental understanding of mammalian animal structure and function. Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of anatomy and physiology of different species. Discussion will include tissues, organs, and body systems of animals. Prerequisites: VET 101. |
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| Vet 115 Intro to Vet Sci Tech II |
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| Lecture: 1 hr. Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 2 hrs. |
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| A review of handling and restraint techniques on dogs, cats, horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs laboratory animal species, birds and selected exotic species. Nursing techniques, including diagnostic sampling, wound care and management, and injection techniques will be demonstrated to students. Opportunities for hands-on experience will be emphasized. Client education skills will be developed. Prerequisites: VET 101. |
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