2018-2019 Catalog 
    
    Apr 24, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


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Veterinary Medical Technology

  
  • VET 160 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

    Credit Hours 4
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
    Emphasis on gross comparative anatomy and physiology of the domestic animal species. Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and surgical anatomy and physiology. Prerequisite: Current enrollment in the Veterinary Medical Technology program.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 210 - Clinic Care I Summer Rotation

    Credit Hours 5
    Lecture: 0 Lab: 25
    The site of this 12-week internship will be based on the student’s identified learning needs and interests in conjunction with faculty recommendations. Potential sites may include veterinary practices, emergency veterinary clinics, research institutions, zoos, animal rehabilitation centers, and pharmaceutical companies. Students will develop skill proficiency and be able to apply theoretical knowledge to the practice setting.  Prerequisite: VET 111 VET 117 , and VET 118  
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 212 - Surgery Technology II

    Credit Hours 2.5
    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3
    Develop surgical support skills with emphasis on surgery packs, instruments, autoclaving, aseptic techniques, surgical techniques, surgical preps, suture materials, and surgical assisting. Also included are inhalant and injectable anesthesia of the dog and cat, stages and planes of anesthesia, and patient monitoring. Prerequisite: VET 111  and VET 117  
    Concurrent: VET 260, VET 214, VET 240 and VET 228
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 215 - Laboratory Animals

    Credit Hours 1.5
    Lecture: 1 Lab: 1
    This class will cover an introduction to laboratory animal science. The lecture portion of the course will cover experimental methodology, laws and regulations, health and disease, environmental effects, and ethical perspectives on the use of animals in medical research. The focus will be on the veterinary technician’s responsibility to provide humane care and to be a liaison between scientist and animal. The lab portion of this course will offer a hands-on approach to basic techniques using common laboratory animals as models. Prerequisite: Admission into the Veterinary Medical Technology program.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 216 - Exotic Animal & Wildlife Management

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    Fundamentals of exotic and wildlife management including restraint, immobilization, husbandry, and nursing techniques.   Emphasis is placed on conservation and ethics. Daytime field trips are included in the course. Prerequisite: VET 111  
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 220 - Variable Credit Practicum

    Credit Hours 1-4
    Lecture: 0 Lab: 5-20
    The site of the externship will be based on the student’s identified learning needs and interests in conjunction with faculty recommendations.  Potential sites may include veterinary practices, emergency veterinary clinics, research institutions, zoos, animal rehabilitation centers, and pharmaceutical companies. Students will develop their individualized learning objectives for the externship. Students may also participate in an international practicum for 2 of the 4 required credit hours.   Prerequisite: Successful completion with a minimum grade of “C” in all previous Veterinary Medical Technology program coursework.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? Yes
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 228 - Animal Care III

    Credit Hours .5-1
    Lecture: 0 Lab: 1.5-3
    Animals belonging to the program will be fed and maintained by the students outside of class. The students are assigned several morning or evening animal care responsibilities including occasional weekend duties. Students must complete 1 credit hour prior for the degree. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of 2 credit hours of VET 128  
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? Yes
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 240 - Clinical Pathology II

    Credit Hours 2.5
    Lecture: 1 Lab: 3
    This course is a continuation of Clinical Pathology I. Fundamentals of hematology, urinalysis, clinical chemistries and immunology will be covered.   Prerequisite: VET 140  
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 255 - Veterinary Technology Capstone

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    The capstone course integrates learning lecture and skill development in a student-centered and student-directed manner.  Prerequisite: VET 212  
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • VET 299 - Special Topics in Veterinary Science

    Credit Hours 1-3
    Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 1-3
    A detailed syllabus will be constructed as topics are selected.

    Students the course is expected to serve: sophomore students currently enrolled in the Veterinary Medical Technology Program. Prerequisite: Two successful semesters in the Veterinary Medical Technology program.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? Yes
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No









Welding and Metal Fabrication

  
  • WLDG 101 - Introduction to the Welding Process

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A beginning course in Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding which emphasizes safety. fundamentals of the processes, equipment, and techniques involved with welding mild steel. The Oxy-Acetylene processes of cutting and welding and brazing, with plasma arc cutting are included.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 110 - SMAW I - Flat and Horizontal

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A  course in Shielded Metal Arc Welding in the flat and horizontal positions which emphasizes safety, fundamentals of the processes, equipment, and techniques involved with welding mild steel. AWS welder qualification is offered in the 2G position on mild steel with backing strip. Prerequisite: WLDG 101   with minimum grade of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 120 - SMAW II - Vertical and Overhead

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course in Shielded Metal Arc Welding in the vertical and overhead positions which emphasizes safety, fundamentals of the processes, equipment, and techniques involved with welding mild steel. AWS welder qualification is offered in the 3G, and 4G positions on mild steel with backing strip. Prerequisite: WLDG 110   with a minimum grade of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 140 - GMAW - MIG

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course in Gas Metal Arc Welding which emphasizes safety, fundamentals of the process, equipment, and techniques involved with welding mild steel and aluminum. AWS welder qualification is offered in the 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions on mild steel with backing strip. Prerequisite: WLDG 101   and MFG 120 with minimum grade of “C”. 
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 141 - FCAW

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course in Flux Core Arc Welding which emphasizes safety, fundamentals of the process, equipment, and techniques involved with welding mild steel. AWS welder qualification is offered in the 2G, 3G, and 4G positions on mild steel with backing strip. Prerequisite: WLDG 140   with minimum grade “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 142 - GMAW - MIG Pipe Welding

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course in Gas Metal Arc Welding which emphasizes safety, fundamentals of the process, equipment, and techniques involved with welding pipe. Prerequisite: WLDG 140   with minimum grade of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 162 - GTAW - Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding which emphasizes fundamentals of the process, equipment, and techniques involved while welding mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Prerequisite: WLDG 101  , MFG 115  and MFG 120  all with minimum grades of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 166 - GTAW Pipe

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A student completing this course will be able to prepare and weld pipe using the GTAW process. Prerequisite: WLDG 101  , MFG 115  , MFG 120  and WLDG 162  all with minimum grades of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 170 - SMAW Pipe Welding Pre-Certification

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    This course emphasizes Shielded Metal Arc Welding on pipe. Prerequisite: WLDG 120  , MFG 115  , and MFG 120  all with minimum grades of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 172 - Pipe 6G Certification

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    This course emphasizes Shielded Metal Arc Welding on pipe in the 6G position. Prerequisite: WLDG 170   with minimum grade of “C”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? No
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








  
  • WLDG 299 - Special Topics in Welding

    Credit Hours 3
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
    A course for students with advanced standing to pursue an individual project. The nature of the project will be determined by a full-time faculty member and the students. Emphasis will be based on developing skills and exploring concepts that will contribute to their professional advancement. Prerequisite: WLDG 172   with a minimum grade of “B”.
    Is course repeatable for credit? Yes Number of times may repeat? (Max 3) 3
    Is this course variable hours? No
    Mode of Delivery
    Traditional

    Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No








 

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