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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
The course is the second semester of the second year of two years of Spanish studies and therefore a continuation of study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language. The course also includes the study of Spanish-speaking cultures and emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
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3.00 Credits
The course is intended for native speakers of Spanish or other students with native-like fluency who need improvement in advanced reading and writing and more academic speaking. The course will continue with the expansion of grammar and structure in both oral and written Spanish. The emphasis will be on written composition, grammar review, punctuation and spelling, and reading and discussing literature. This course will be taught in Spanish.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of SPN 224. Students will continue expanding their knowledge and application of grammatical structures in speaking, writing, and reading. The course is intended for native speakiers of Spanish or students with native-like fluency (requires departmental approval). Students will also write reports, read and analyze longer literature selections, and do formal presentations. The course will be taught in Spanish.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to biochemistry, cell biology and histology, followed by a survey of the structure and function of domestic animals using a systems approach. The physiology of domestic animals will be handled primarily in the lecture, while the anatomy will be discussed in the laboratory with the dissection of the cat as the primary tool.
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1.00 Credits
This course will provide students with a basic foundation in the language of veterinary medical terminology used in veterinary medicine. Focus will be placed on the major components (prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining forms) of medical terms and common abbreviations used in medical records. Students will learn the definitions of veterinary medical terminology, be able to interpret the meaning, build a working vocabulary of veterinary terms, and effectively and professionally communicate these terms to the client in multiple formats: written, oral, non-verbal and electronic.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the vocation of veterinary technology; orientation to professional organizations, practice management skills, client relations, ethics, legal and occupational issues.The role of the veterinary technician/veterinary nurse in veterinary medicine, research, industry and private practice will be explored. Students preparing for entry into a new career should learn about their selected profession in a global, holistic fashion.This course is designed to provide the student with a broad overview of the vocation of veterinary technology/veterinary nursing. The student will be able to build a sense of professionalism and have the opportunity to become involved in relevant professional activities and organizations that may serve to shape their future. In addition, this course will explore some of the current issues facing veterinary technicians involving ethics, occupational issues and hazards, and general veterinary practice management topics. Students should begin to explore their employment options during this course.
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2.00 Credits
Familiarizes students with the basic principles of management of domestic species. Topics include: animal husbandry, reproduction, restraint, behavior, breed identification and principles of preventative medicine. Principles of nutrition and feeding will also be taught. Animal management and feeding will be discussed in an economical context.
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2.00 Credits
Survey of clinically significant internal and external parasites of domestic animals. Parasites covered include: mites, lice, ticks, fleas, flies, nematodes, cestodes, trematodes and protozoans. Parasite life cycles, host infection and pathology will be highlighted. Prevention and treatment of parasitic infections will be discussed. Diagnosis via sample collection, preparation and microscopic evaluation will be taught during the lab section.
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4.00 Credits
Covers the laboratory evaluation of various diagnostic samples including blood, urine and cytologic specimens. Emphasis will be placed upon hematology, serum chemistry, serology, urine analysis and cytology as applied to veterinary medicine. Laboratory work will focus upon lab technique and manual processing of samples. Lecture will focus upon the indication for and interpretation of clinical pathology indices associated with disease states and immunologic function.
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3.00 Credits
Students must show proof of vaccination and health insurance Eight-week laboratory course conducted at the LCCC Animal Facility to provide students with hands-on experience in large animal clinical procedures. Procedures include: restraint, physical examination, venipuncture, administration of medications via various routes, wound treatment, bandaging, sample collection, radiology and general husbandry procedures. Species examined include: cow, horse, sheep and goat. Students must show proof of vaccination and health insurance. Attendance is mandatory.
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