Students required to demonstrate proof of current tetanus vaccination and to provide their own transportation to off-campus field experiences. Inegumentary, muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, urinary, endocrine and nervous systems are covered.
Laboratories involve dissection of a cat, rat and chicken.
Also, specific organs of the cow, sheep and horse are dissected and studied. Topics focus on theoretical and practical aspects of husbandry, restraint, and handling of commonly used research animals. Also includes preparation of students for more advanced course work in Veterinary Science Technology curriculum by emphasizing aspects of medical terminology and pathology and by accustoming students to manipulation of living animals. Safety and humane treatment emphasized throughout course. Legal aspects of practice are discussed as well as methods of managing personnel, financial responsibilities, ordering drugs and supplies, keeping inventory and bookkeeping.