VT 1104 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology

Institution:

Murray State College

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Description:

Prerequisite: Admission to VT Program or approval of Program Director. This course is designed to introduce the student to the scope of a veterinary technician's duties, career opportunities, salary ranges and organizations available to veterinary technicians, the rules and regulations that govern technicians and provide the students the opportunity to identify domestic breeds, breed characteristics and demonstrate appropriate restraint. The student will also begin developing skills in sanitation procedures, admitting and discharging patients, performing physical examinations, administering drugs, using veterinary software and maintaining medical records. Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. Credit: Four semester hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mscok.edu

Phone Number:

(580) 371-2371

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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