VET 112 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology

Institution:

Jefferson State Community College

Subject:

Veterinary Technology

Description:

5 semester hours Prerequisite: Admission to program (Lec 3 hrs, Clin 6 hrs) A series of lectures and required clinical tasks are designed to introduce the student to hospital fundamentals. Topics include history and physical examination, breeds of animals, small animal parasitology, diagnostic and surgical procedures, equine and food animal nursing, sanitation, medical vocabulary, The Alabama Veterinary Practice Act, ethics, jurisprudence, and hospital management. Upon course completion, students should be able to perform history and physical examinations, collect samples, administer medications, perform fecal analysis, know different breeds of animals, and understand parasite life cycles, OSHA regulations and safety procedures, and the technician's role in veterinary medicine. Student must work a minimum of 20 hours per week in an approved Clinical Site to complete required clinical tasks.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jeffstateonline.com

Phone Number:

(205) 853-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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