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2.00 Credits
Basic principles of veterinary dentistry for the veterinary technology student. Includes dental anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, charting and instrumentation. Techniques of routine prophylaxis, discussion of periodontal disease, modes of therapy and prevention. Introduction to common dental disorders, endodontic technique, simple extractions and dental radiography. Course includes hands-on laboratory sessions using veterinary dental equipment and models, and includes the care and use of common instruments and equipment, the routine prophylaxis and dental assisting. One hour lecture, two hours lecture-laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology program. Opportunity to participate in the health care team involved in the care, management and husbandry of program livestock, companion animals and laboratory animals. Emphasis will be on the basic principles and application of clinical facility management, care of resident teaching animals, and routine maintenance duties. Three hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
Continuation of VT 75A. Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology classroom. Opportunity to participate in the health care team involved in the care, management and husbandry of livestock, companion animals and laboratory animals. Emphasis will be on the basic principles and application of clinical facility management, care of resident teaching animals, and routine maintenance duties. Responsibilities will expand to include medical record keeping. Three hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
Continuation of VT 75B. Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology classroom. Opportunity to participate in the health care team involved in the care, management and husbandry of livestock, companion animals and laboratory animals. Responsibilities include medical record keeping, inventory control, and care of clinical equipment. Emphasis will be on the basic principles and application of clinical facility management, care of resident teaching animals, and routine maintenance duties Level of responsibility increases as the student prepares to enter the second year of the program and take over lead nurse responsibilities. Three hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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0.50 Credits
0.5 Unit Continuation of VT 75C. Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology classroom. Opportunity to participate in the health care team involved in the care, management and husbandry of livestock, companion animals and laboratory animals. Responsibilities include medical record keeping, inventory control, and care of clinical equipment. Emphasis will be on the basic principles and application of clinical facility management, care of resident teaching animals, and routine maintenance duties Level of responsibility increases as the student prepares to enter the second year of the program and take over lead nurse responsibilities. One and one-half hours lecture. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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5.00 Credits
Fundamental studies of laboratory techniques and procedures involved in evaluating veterinary clinical samples. Areas of study include hematology, urinalysis, hemostasis, blood biochemistry and enzymology, serology, and cytology. The veterinary technician's role in sample collection, sample storage and handling, and performance of analytic procedures will be emphasized. Skills are developed in the use of laboratory equipment, laboratory safety and management, and quality control. Four hours lecture, three hours laboratory, one hour case study. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to the basic principles of veterinary pharmacology. Preparation and dispensing of medications. Overview of the actions and interactions of the major classes of drugs, with emphasis on common veterinary uses of specific drugs. Four hours lecture, one hour case study. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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5.00 Credits
Principles and practice of veterinary anesthesia. The physiology of the respiratory, cardiovascular, and nervous systems relevant to anesthesia. The pharmacology and uses of common pre-anesthetic and anesthetic agents. The veterinary technician's role in patient preparation, induction and maintenance of anesthesia, surgical assistance, and post-anesthetic nursing will be practiced in the laboratory. Prerequisite: V T 83. Three hours lecture, six hours laboratory, one hour case study. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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4.00 Credits
Theoretical and practical aspects of assisting the veterinarian in the management of medical and traumatic emergencies. Recognition and assessment of cardiovascular shock, respiratory crisis, gastrointestinal emergency, and musculoskeletal trauma. Principles and techniques of fluid therapy and administration of emergency drugs. Application of treatment protocols for shock, cardiopulmonary arrest, gastrointestinal crisis, wounds and fractures, toxicoses, and dystocia. Nutrition of critical care patients. Maintenance of emergency medical equipment and supplies. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory, one hour case study. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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4.00 Credits
An orientation to the use of animals in research and to the role of the veterinary technician and the biotechnologist in a biomedical research animal facility. Regulations affecting the use of animals in research will be discussed. Proper methods of restraint, daily care, feeding and nutrition, nursing techniques, and housing needs for the common species of laboratory animals (i.e. rodents, rabbits, nonhuman primates, reptiles and amphibians, etc.). Introduction to diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and common diseases of laboratory animals. Appropriate anesthesia, analgesia and euthanasia methods will be discussed. Four hours lecture, one hour case study. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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