Meadowood Center

Academic Term

Notes

Lab Fee: $20. The lecture will be held every Mon. and Wed. from 5:30-6:45 p.m. The lab for this class will be held every Sat. from Noon-2:30 p.m. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing/Veterinary Assisting suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Suite 170. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.

Section

1002

Minimum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Description

This is an introductory course for veterinary assistants. Students will gain knowledge and hands on experience in a variety of topics including: completion of front office procedures for the veterinary hospital; breed identification; recognition of animal behavior and demonstration of common restraint methods; understand infection control and isolation procedures; perform basic tasks such as vaccine/medication administration and husbandry procedures; obtain patient history and perform physical examinations with data recording.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

100

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/13/25
12:00–2:30 p.m. • S • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/30/25–12/13/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Large Animal Procedures

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:44 +0000

Large Animal Procedures kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105712

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Lab Fee: $45. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Nursing Program students. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Ste. 170. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Description

This course includes large animal husbandry, restraint techniques, diseases, nursing and herd health management. The student will acquire the knowledge and skills through lecture and laboratory. Special topics include anatomy, reproduction, and nutrition and will be discussed as they relate to each species.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

240

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

9:00–10:15 a.m. • M W • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/10/25
Lab • 9:00–11:30 a.m. • F • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/29/25–12/12/25
Lab • 12:00–2:30 p.m. • F • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/29/25–12/12/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Surgical Anesthesia, Nursing & Dental Procedures

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Surgical Anesthesia, Nursing & Dental Procedures kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105710

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Description

This course consists of three sections: anesthesia, surgical nursing and dental procedures. The anesthesia section includes an overview of pharmacology, the use and application of anesthetic agents, the physiological effects of anesthetic agents, monitoring procedures, pain management, and basic anesthetic protocol. The surgical nursing section includes the understanding of sterile techniques including the methods by which sterilization is achieved, appropriate behavior in a surgical setting, care of equipment and instruments, and the roles of the operating room staff. The dental section includes a basic understanding of dental anatomy, instrument identification and function, dental exams and cleaning, personnel safety and client education.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

235

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

10:30–11:45 a.m. • M W • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/10/25
Lab • 9:00–11:30 a.m. • T • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/26/25–12/09/25
Lab • 12:00–2:30 p.m. • T • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/26/25–12/09/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: VETN 110 and VETN 112. Corequisite: VETN 225. Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Pharmacology and Toxicology

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Pharmacology and Toxicology kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105706

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Enrollment limited to Veterinary Nursing Program students. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Ste. 170. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Description

This course is designed to instruct veterinary nursing students on the pharmacology and physiology of drugs, rules on filling prescriptions, and handling, storing, and documentation of controlled substances. Emphasis will be placed on classification of drugs, route and methods of administration of drugs, calculating dosages, and physiological action on the systems of the body.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

225

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

12:45–2:25 p.m. • M • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/08/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Animal Nutrition

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Animal Nutrition kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105704

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Description

A course in the normal and therapeutic nutritional needs of various species of animals. Topics include components of food, calculating energy requirements, digestion, and life stage needs.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

211

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

12:45–2:25 p.m. • W • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/27/25–12/10/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Parasitology

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Parasitology kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105702

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Lab Fee: $15. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Nursing Program students. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Ste. 170. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Nursing Program students. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

2.00

Description

This course includes the study of internal and external parasites of domestic animals. The student will learn identification, life cycles, routes of transmission, prevention and treatment protocols for the various parasites. Laboratory techniques used for identification will be covered in detail. The student will also learn the importance of public health safety, including procedures and protocols.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

209

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

12:45–2:25 p.m. • W • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/27/25–12/10/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Veterinary Office and Clinical Procedures

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Veterinary Office and Clinical Procedures kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105692

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Online Course Fee: $15. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Assistant Program students. his class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and WEB-LIVE or WEB-BASED class time. Please expect some in-person assignments. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course syllabus. Check your ��ѿapp student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for the specific details about how and when your class will meet. Several dates for classroom meetings to take place on Mondays will be announced by the instructor. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing/Assisting suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Ste. 170.

Section

2501

Minimum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Description

This course is designed to introduce to the veterinary nursing student the roles and responsibilities of the receptionist, office manager, and hospital managers with regard to the veterinary facility. The course will introduce basic management procedures common in a veterinary clinic with respect to a veterinary technician/veterinary nurse. Topics covered include: basic communication techniques, record keeping, filing, computer software, resume construction and interviewing techniques.

Class Type

Hybrid

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

125

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/08/25
WebCollege • 08/25/25–12/13/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Veterinary Office and Clinical Procedures

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:43 +0000

Veterinary Office and Clinical Procedures kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105692

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Online Course Fee: $15. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Nursing Program students. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of web-based and in-person class time. Please expect some in-person assignments. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course syllabus. Check your ��ѿapp student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for the specific details about how and when your class will meet. Several dates for classroom meetings to take place on Mondays will be announced by the instructor. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing/Assisting suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Ste. 170.

Section

1501

Minimum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Description

Class Type

Hybrid

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

125

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/08/25
WebCollege • 08/25/25–12/13/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Clinical Anatomy and Physiology I

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:42 +0000

Clinical Anatomy and Physiology I kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105688

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Section

1001

Minimum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

4.00

Description

This course is designed to provide the student with the understanding of anatomy and physiology of domestic species that are most often encountered in food animal and companion animal practice. Topics include cell anatomy, cell metabolism and basic histology. Body systems include: integument, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses. All information will be comparative with each species including canine, feline, equine, porcine, ruminants and avian.

Class Type

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

110

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference

Crytime Formatted

9:00–10:15 a.m. • M W • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/25/25–12/10/25
Lab • 9:00–11:30 a.m. • F • Meadowood Center (North) • 08/29/25–12/12/25

Department Phone

825-8660

Notes (For Filter)

Prerequisites (For Filter)

Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Veterinary Nursing Program.

Class Subject Abbr

VETN

Veterinary Medical Terminology

kwall — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:19:42 +0000

Veterinary Medical Terminology kwall Thu, 02/06/2025 - 09:19 AM

Course ID

105686

Topic ID

Course Location

Academic Term

Notes

Online Course Fee: $15. Enrollment limited to Veterinary Assisting Program students. Several dates for classroom meetings to take place on Mondays will be announced by the instructor and noted on the course syllabus in Canvas. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and WEB-LIVE or WEB-BASED class time. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course schedule. Check your ��ѿapp student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for the specific details about how and when your class will meet. This program is held in the Veterinary Nursing/Veterinary Assisting suite located in the ��ѿapp Meadowood North Bldg., 5250 Neil Road, Suite 170.

Section

2501

Minimum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Maximum Units (Decimal)

1.00

Description

This course is an introduction to medical terms, laymen's terms, and abbreviations utilized by the veterinary profession.

Class Type

Hybrid

Status

Open

Subject Term Reference

Late Start

Catalog Number

105

Day or Night Section

Day

Is Late Start

Normal Start

Session

Normal

Class Subject Reference