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  • VTEC 1220: Fundamentals of Veterinary Imaging

    3.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    Radiation safety and imaging techniques commonly used in veterinary medicine are covered in this course. Students develop radiographic technique charts and practice radiography using live animals. They also learn about other imaging techniques used in the medical field. Prerequisites: VTEC1001,1100,1110,1120,1200 and 1210.
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  • VTEC 1230: Veterinary Laboratory Skills II

    3.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    As an in-depth study of clinical laboratory procedures, students practice sample collection and handling for hematology, parasitology, blood chemistries, urinalysis, microbiology, cytology and serology. Emphasis is placed on the usefulness of these diagnostic techniques in the context of the animal's overall veterinary care. This course includes discussion of various diseases and disorders evaluated by laboratory testing. Zoonotic disease prevention and biosecurity-safety measures are also covered. Prerequisites: VTEC1001,1100,1110,1120,1200 and 1210.
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  • VTEC 1240: Lab and Exotic Animal

    2.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    This course presents the fields of laboratory animal research and zoological medicine, as well as the care and management of exotic pets. Discussion will include husbandry, animal behavior, nutrition identification, restraint, common clinical conditions, nursing procedures, and preventive health care. Mice, rats, rabbits, and other exotic and laboratory animals are utilized to allow bands-on experience. Prerequisites: VTEC1001,1100,1110,1120,1200 and 1210.
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  • VTEC 1250: Veterinary Nursing Techniques

    3.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    In this course students learn and practice various aspects of small animal husbandry including kennel management and sanitation, reproductive cycles and management, recognition of and response to emergency situations, preventative medicine, and nursing care. Discussion and practice of specialty physical exams will take place. This course will introduce concepts of first aid, care for critically ill patients, emergency nursing, oncology, cardiology, and neurology. There will be opportunities to perform specific nursing skills on small animals. Prerequisites: VTEC1001,1100,1110,1120,1200 and 1210.
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  • VTEC 2100: Animal Diseases and Nutrition

    2.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    This course introduces students to the signs, diagnostic methods, and treatments of diseases in domestic animals. Prevention, zoonosis, and client education regarding common diseases will be covered. Animal nutrition, and the use of therapeutic nutrition and dietary management of disease will also be discussed. Diseases of each body system, as well as systemic and oncology cases will be presented. An understanding of animal behavior will be introduced. Prerequisites: VTEC1002,1220,1230,1240 and 1250.
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  • VTEC 2110: Large Animal

    3.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    This course introduces the livestock and equine industry and the various species of large animal livestock. This includes livestock terminology, breeds, production systems, basic management practices, preventive medicine, lameness examinations and conditions, necropsy procedures and animal products and by-products. Techniques covered will include restraint, behavior, and medical and surgical nursing procedures of large animals and equine. This course includes field trips. Prerequisites: VTEC1002,1220,1230,1240 and 1250.
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  • VTEC 2120: Anesthesia and Pain Management

    3.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    The course will cover basic anesthetic principles and monitoring. The course applies basic utilization of anesthetic agents, the use and operation of allied machines, monitoring and care of the anesthetized animal patient, and the pre-operative considerations and duties for anesthesia. Other topics include understanding of veterinary dental techniques, emergency procedures, and control of post-surgical pain. Prerequisites: VTEC1002,1220,1230,1240 and 1250.
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  • VTEC 2131: Vet Surgical Nursing & Dentistry

    4.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    Students will learn the basics of routine veterinary surgical assisting. This course will cover instrumentation, aseptic technique, proficiency in the proper preparation of the operating room and general nursing care. This course will also cover pre-surgery preparation and post-surgical care of small animals, principles of surgery, aseptic technique, fluid therapy, and surgical assisting through practical experience. Other topics include performance of routine veterinary dental prophylactic techniques, emergency procedures, and control of post-surgical pain. Prerequisites: VTEC1002,1220,1230,1240 and 1250.
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  • VTEC 2960: Special Topics

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    Special topics coursed are designed by faculty to address some unique and specifically identified needs of a group of students to fulfill their program requirements. Such courses are usually delivered as a one-time offering and do not become part of the program. Special topic courses can have a varied credit value and differing prerequisites. Prerequisites: Instructor approval.
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  • VTEC 2970: Veterinary Technician Internship

    6.00 Credits
    Dakota County Technical College

    Students participate as Veterinary Technician intern in an off-campus learning experiences in business, industry, and/or the public sector. The student is involved in the day-to-day work of the facility, including restraint and handling of animals, office procedures, clinical laboratory techniques, radiography, pharmacology, and surgical preparation and monitoring. Prerequisites: Completion with a C or better of all previous VTEC coursework and approval of the program director
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