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4.00 Credits
Anatomy and physiology as a background for animal disease treatment and control; the normal function of the organs and systems of the body; and symptoms, causes, and preventive treatment of common ailments of animals are the topics covered in this course. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 60.00) Prerequisites: BIO-111
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2.00 Credits
Principles of animal care and management for domestic and farm animals encountered in veterinary practice are covered in this course, including: recognition of the functions performed by the breeds and types of domestic animals; principles of nutrition with emphasis on practical aspects of feeding; principles of breeding and reproductive cycles, including care of pregnant females, care of the sire, preparations for birth of the young, postnatal care, management practices during lactation and weaning procedures. Lecture ( 30.00) Prerequisites: ASC-111
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory, technician-level course that will prepare students for the summer externship. Lectures will cover general and emergency small animal medical nursing. Laboratory sessions will provide hands-on, clinical experience in basic medical procedures and surgical nursing care. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: ASC-106 Corequisites: ASC-111
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1.00 Credits
Dental Techniques for Veterinary Technicians is an introductory level course which will allow the student an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding in clinical instrumentation for canine and feline. Through the use of lectures, demonstrations, audiovisuals, class activities and practical ("hands on") experience, the student will develop his/her skills in the following areas: infection control basics; dental anatomy for canines and felines; charting and documentation; basic instrumentation skills for the mirror, explorer, probe, scalers, curets, and ultrasonics; maintenance and care of instruments; homecare/plaque control for canines and felines. Lecture ( 15.00) Laboratory ( 15.00) Prerequisites: ASC-111
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3.00 Credits
This is an intensive course covering the microscopic anatomy of cells, tissues, and organs of vertebrates. Emphasis is equally divided between the identification and the basic techniques of cytology and histology. The student learns the fundamentals of techniques applicable to histopathology. The student also prepares a set of permanent microscopic slides utilizing these techniques. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: BIO-111 and ASC-111
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an introduction to the husbandry and medical care of common laboratory animals. This course includes extension study in the anatomy, physiology, and common diseases of the mouse, rat, guinea pig and rabbit. Course work also includes the laws that regulate the use of animals in research to insure they are treated humanely, including the Federal Animal Welfare Act and the USDA inspection process. Students that complete this course qualify for employment in the biomedical sector. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: ASC-111 and ASC-115
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2.00 Credits
This course is an intermediate level course that will prepare students for the administration of anesthesia and assisting with surgery. The laboratory sessions are held at a clinical site and will provide students with the opportunity to induce anesthesia and assist with surgery. Lecture ( 15.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: ASC-115 and ASC-292
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with hands on experience with farm animals and will include visits to offcampus farms and farm animal veterinary hospitals. Students may incur travel expenses. Students will be required to dress appropriately for the farm and weather conditions as necessary. The schedule of farm visits may vary but is usually coordinated with Small Nursing II. Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: ASC-111, ASC-112 and ASC-115
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the basic principles and procedures necessary for hematological analysis. Topics will include the complete blood count, coagulation, anticoagulants, and morphology of normal and abnormal blood cells. Lecture ( 15.00) Laboratory ( 60.00) Prerequisites: ASC-111, ASC-115 and MTH-111
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4.00 Credits
Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians is an introductory level course that will allow the student an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding in veterinary clinical microbiology, virology and mycology. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 60.00) Prerequisites: BIO-111 and ASC-111
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