Topics in Veterinary Technology

Catalog description

This course will introduce the student to select topics in veterinary medicine: Students will learn to identify a variety of species of animals and breeds within those species. Students will discuss reproductive practices, nutritional impact of feedstuffs, animal husbandry, animal behavior, preventive care and common diseases seen with a wide variety of animal species. Finally, students will be introduced to the human-animal bond and the impact of geriatric medicine and euthanasia on the veterinary technician. This course is taught in conjunction with a hands-on laboratory. Students in this course must be able to attend 5-8 hours within a veterinary clinic as a job shadow experience to complete this course.