Animal Studies
VET 106 Small Animal Behavior/Kennel Management (4-0-4)
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
This course is the study of the concepts, development, characteristics and modification of animal behavior as related to domestic animals. Animal behavior history and restraint are covered. Different breeds and species, proper terminology, nutrition, vaccines and diseases will also be covered.
VET 111 Introduction to Veterinary Medical Terminology (3-0-3)
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
Co-requisite: VET 151
This course is an introduction of veterinary medical terms, including roots, prefixes and suffixes with emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation as used by veterinary assistants.
VET 114 Pharmacy Skills (4-0-4)
Offered Fall and Summer Semesters
This course is the study of the usage of small animal health care products, including dispensing and utilization of common veterinary drugs and products. Additional topics include safe handling, storage, legal documentation and regulation.
VET 117 Animal Nutrition (2-0-2)
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
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.
VET 151 Veterinary Assisting I (2-3-3)
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters
Co-requisite: VET 111
This course is the study of the basic skills required of a veterinary assistant, including restraint techniques, laboratory procedures, aseptic techniques, post-surgical recovery, emergency medicine, basic radiology and surgical preparation and assistance.
VET 166 SCWE in Veterinary Practice (0-8-2)
Offered Fall and Spring Semesters
This course provides hands-on clinical experience in the veterinary field while under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian in a veterinary facility.
VET 242 Veterinary Law, Ethics and Client Relations (3-0-3)
Offered Fall and Summer Semesters
This course is the study of the moral and ethical principles pertaining to veterinarians and staff, groomers, breeders and kennel operators. Laws governing the animal industry, as well as telephone and client courtesy skills, are covered.
VET 251 Veterinary Assisting II (1-3-2)
Offered Fall and Spring Semesters
This course is the advanced study of the skills required of a veterinary assistant. The student will gain additional hands-on experience in lab procedures, aseptic techniques, post-surgical recovery, emergency medicine, radiology and surgical preparation as utilized in veterinary clinical settings.