This is an introductory elective course in applied domestic animal behavior. Content includes a brief overview of the history of ethology and an introduction to the field of animal behavior. Emphasis will be placed on the canine and feline species including normal developmental and adult behavior. Common behavior problems of both species will be discussed and behavior modification and training techniques will be explored. 091-116 Introduction to Microbiology 3 credits Emphasizes organisms affecting animal species.
Laboratory exercises supplement lecture material.
Stresses procedures to safely culture and identify organisms. 091-117 Exotic Animal Husbandry 2 credits Covers basic care and handling of birds, reptiles, small rodents, rabbits, ferrets and guinea pigs. 091-118 Advanced Veterinary Surgical Nursing 2 credits An elective course offered for those veterinary technician students who wish to expand their surgical nursing knowledge. Designed to show the entire scope of a surgical patient's case from hospital admittance to discharge. Discussion of diagnostic tests, special anesthetic considerations and specific specialized surgical equipment as they relate to specific types of cases, will be included.