Veterinary & Small Animal Science II
Students enrolled in this science based course will follow advanced placement type coursework that will include topics ranging from cells to surgery and provide a view of the practice of veterinary medicine. iCEV curriculum will be used as part of the certification requirement and students will also need to plan and assist with care of classroom animals. Specific coursework will include: Animals & Society, Animals in Research, Veterinary Laws & Ethics, Common Veterinary Medical Equipment, Veterinary Medical Terms & Terminology, Basic Canine & Feline Anatomy, External Anatomy of Livestock: Terms & Terminology, Circulatory & Respiratory Systems, Digestive System, Endocrine, Immune & Integumentary Systems, Nervous, Skeletal & Muscular Systems, Animal Behavior, Veterinary Medical Practices: Animal Handling & Identification, Veterinary Medical Practices: Vital Signs, Veterinary Medical Practices: Blood Samples, Veterinary Medical Practices: Injections, Mathematical Applications in Veterinary Science, Veterinary Medical Practices: Clinical Examinations, Veterinary Medical Practices: Laboratory Procedures, Veterinary Medical Practices: Hospital Procedures.
Prerequisites: Veterinary and Small Animal Science I, Biology
½ credit