VET 120 INTRODUCTION TO LABORATORY ANIMAL SCIENCE
A general overview of the field of laboratory animal science is covered. Humane handling, care and ethical use of laboratory animals are emphasized. Taxonomic classifications and comparative anatomic and physiologic characteristics of each species is mentioned. Laws, regulations, standards and organizations promoting responsible lab animal management are discussed. Basic handling, restraint, and performing common procedures on small mammals are practiced in the laboratory portion of the course. Recognition of health and disease through the animal care rotation (vivarium) is an important aspect of this course. Note: The animal care rotation will require time in addition to scheduled class and laboratory hours for vivarium duty. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: Permission of VET Department Chairperson. Offered every semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 120) and the lab (VET 120L) is required.   

VET 126 ANIMAL PARASITOLOGY
This course focuses on the common ectoparasites and endoparasites of pets and large animals.  Parasite identification, life history, and pathogenesis are studied. Public health aspects are noted and methods of prevention and treatment are discussed. Diagnostic procedures and identification are performed in the laboratory. Animal care will require additional time outside of scheduled lectures and laboratories. Two credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 100 and BIO 170; restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 126) and the lab (VET 126L) is required.

VET 130 BASIC INTRODUCTION TO HORSES
The student is introduced to methods of handling and restraint of the horse: basic equine terminology including basic anatomy, breed identification, color and color patterns and equipment, and different disciplines of horseback riding. Two credit hours. Offered Fall semester in odd numbered years (d).

VET 132 HUNT SEAT RIDING AND EQUITATION
Students will be grouped into reidingclasses according to their ability and previous experience. Subsequent riding courses wil build on the iknowledge and skills acquired in teh previous course. STudents will learn the fundamentals of hujnt seat rinding including proper equitation at the walk, trot, canter and hand-gallop. They will also learn to jump bothe hunter and equitation type courses. All students will havew the opportunity to compete in local horse shows. Two credit hours. Offered every semester.

VET 177 PRECEPTORSHIP I
Each student spends 60 hours observing at an animal facility in areas of surgery, anesthesia, treatment, radiology, laboratory, and general facility operations. The primary objective is to introduce concepts by seeing examples of actual cases. The student becomes more familiar with and appreciates the scope of the Veterinary Technician in a practical, applied atmosphere. Two credit hours. Prerequisites: A 2.0 cumulative GPA unless taken in first semester at College; restricted to VET majors. Offered every semester.

VET 204 VETERINARY CLINICAL LAB TECHNIQUES
This course examines blood, urine, and feces for diagnostic and prognostic purposes. Lectures will focus on the physiologic responses to disease and the effects of disease on measurable substances produced by the body. The collection, storage and handling of laboratory specimens and general laboratory management procedures, including safety and quality control, will be discussed. Laboratory sessions emphasize the performance of analytical procedures commonly used in veterinary medicine. Less routine procedures will be demonstrated and/or discussed. Concurrent registration in VET 202, VET 208, and VET 230 is recommended. Three credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 126 and BIO 171; restricted to VET majors. Offered Fall semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 204) and the lab (VET 204L) is required.

VET 206 HANDLING AND CARE OF EXOTICS
This course is specifically designed to acquaint the student with the most common exotic pets and zoo animals. Care, handling, management and diseases are studied. Techniques of immobilization and obtaining laboratory samples are demonstrated. Experiences occur at various locations with birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals. Travel time to and from off-campus activities is required. Two credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 100 and BIO 171; restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 206) and the lab (VET 206L) is required.

VET 208 VETERIANRY DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING
Topics include the theory of X-ray production as well as the practical aspects of taking radiographs. Emphasis is on the diagnostic quality of radiographs and how to correct common problems. Students will have experience in radiographic exposure, development and handling. Proper positioning and restraint for various anatomical views are shown. Use of contrast media and special techniques is mentioned. Safety precautions and New York State regulations are emphasized. The role of the electrocardiogram in veterinary medicine is discussed. Proper patient positioning and methods of restraint are taught. The normal EKG (ECG) tracing and common disease variations are studied. Two credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 100 and BIO 171; restricted to VET majors. Offered Fall semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 208) and the lab (VET 208L) is required.

VET 222 FARM ANIMAL RESTRAINT, DISEASES, AND NUTRITION
Physical and chemical restraint are demonstrated on the bovine, equine, caprine and ovine. Common diseases and the significant role of nutrition in the farm animal are presented. Miscellaneous procedures such as the physical exam, dentistry and diagnostic nerve blocks are shown. Porcine assisting techniques are mentioned. Regulatory medicine, vaccination protocols and methods of administering medications are taught. Additional student time and assignments will be required outside of scheduled class and laboratory hours. Three credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 100 and BIO 171; restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 222) and the lab (VET 222L) is required.

VET 224 SURGICAL NURSING AND ANESTHESIOLOGY
The student becomes familiar with surgical theory and techniques. Topics include pre-operative theory and post-operative patient care, aseptic technique and materials and instruments used in various surgical procedures. Different types of sterilization processes and the care of surgical instruments are practiced. Anesthesiology includes the actions and uses of pre-anesthetic drugs as well as that of intravenous, intramuscular and inhalation anesthetics. Special emphasis is placed on monitoring the patient while under any type of anesthesia. Additional student time and assignments will be required outside of scheduled class and laboratory hours. Four credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 202; restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 224) and the lab (VET 224L) is required.

VET 226 VETERINARY PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
The veterinary hospital is seen as both a medical and business facility. Emphasis is on the pivotal role which the veterinary technician can perform. Topics include human relations both with clients and other staff, basic business principles, medical records, financial transactions, ordering and inventory, supervising and hospitalized animal health care. Computerization and its use in the veterinary office are investigated. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: Restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d).

VET 228 GROSS AND CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
The place of necropsy as a learning experience is explained. Proper techniques for small animal and avian species are demonstrated and other species are illustrated. Laboratory exercises with exotic species occur as the opportunities exist. Additional student time and assignments will be required outside of scheduled class and laboratory hours. One credit hour. Prerequisites: BIO 171; restricted to VET majors. Offered Spring semester (d). Note: Registration for both the lecture (VET 228) and the lab (VET 228L) is required.

VET 230 PHARMACY AND PHARMACOLOGY
The student becomes familiar with the major drugs used in veterinary medicine. Pharmacy covers maintenance and inventory. Pharmacology is intended to acquaint the student with fundamental knowledge of the mechanism of action, the dosage, the routes of administration and the toxic effects of various groups of veterinary-related drugs. Conversion of weights and the calculation of various drug dosages are practiced, as well as fluid therapy and blood transfusion dynamics and calculations. Two credit hours. Prerequisites: BIO 171, CHE 145, and MAT 112; restricted to VET majors. Offered Fall semester (d). Note: Regsitration for both the lecture (VET 230) and the lab (VET 230L) is required.

VET 232 HORSE AND STABLE MANAGEMENT
Students will learn how to care for the horse in the barn including feeding, grooming and cleaning stalls. They will learn about the expenses of horse ownership. Students will participate in different aspects of running a horse show including course design, set-up and break-down, secretarial duties and other areas as required. Three credit hours. Prerequisites: VET 120 or permission of VET Department Chairperson. Offered Fall semester in even numbered years (d).

VET 234 HUNT SEAT RIDING AND EQUITATION II
A 14 week course for the advanced beginner. The hunt-seat rider will further develop basic riding and horse management skills. Two credit hours. Prerequisite: VET 232 or eqquivalent experience. Offered Fall semester in even numbered years (d).

VET 236 EQUINE NUTRITION AND PHYSIOLOGY
Basic physiology of the digestive system and its relation to nutrition in the horse will be covered. Nutritional requirements for growth, performance, gestation and lactation, and the older horse will be presented. Different feeds, their pros and cons, as well as supplements and neutraceuticals will be addressed. Three credit hours. Prerequisite: Any biology or animal-related course. Offered Spring semester inodd numbered years (d).

VET 238 HUNT SEAT RIDING AND EQUITATION III
A 14-week course for the intermediate hunt seat rider. Building on previously learned techniques, this course will foster the development of advanced riding and horse management skills. Two credit hours. Prerequisite: VET 234 or equivalent expereince. Offered Spring semester in odd numbered years (d).

VET 277 PRECEPTORSHIP II
Each student spends 90 hours in a small animal or mixed (small and large) animal veterinary practice to gain practical experience in the areas of surgery, anesthesia, treatment, radiology, laboratory and general veterinary facility operations. The primary objective is to reinforce and expand upon learning concepts by participating in actual cases. Three credit hours. Prerequisites: A 2.0 cumulative GPA; restricted to VET majors. Offered every semester.

VET 298 SPECIAL TOPIC IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
(Topic to be specified each semester course offered.)

VET 299 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY