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Feb 05, 2025
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AGV 103 - Introduction to Veterinary Science
Course Department: Science
3 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 30
Total Lab Hours: 30
Total Clinical Hours: 0
Course Description:
This course introduces the basics of animal identification, husbandry, behavior, safety, and healthcare. Medical terminology, ethics, and the Veterinary Practice Act are key components of this introductory course. Other topics include regulatory veterinary medicine and public relations in veterinary medicine. The student will also complete the American Red Cross Animal First Aid and CPR certification. The course is taught in the overall context of the role of the veterinary assistant and technician in the profession of veterinary medicine.
Mode(s) of Instruction: Traditional/Face-to-Face
Course Fees: None
Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
- Identify basics of animal identification, husbandry, behavior, safety, and healthcare.
- Recognize key ethical codes and the Veterinary Practice Act.
- Implement effective office skills and client relations.
- Recognize veterinary medicine regulations and appropriate roles.
* Outcomes adapted from AVMA CVTEA
- Demonstrate public relations in veterinary medicine.
- Certify in American Red Cross Animal First Aid and CPR.
- Define, spell, prounce, build, and analyze medical words describing common pathology, diseases and conditions, common procedures, and common medications related to veterinary practice.
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