Timeroom: Fall 2020

Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 424 (01) - Introduction to Veterinary Technology

Intro to Veterinary Technology

Can be taken by students who are remote.

Credits: 2.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 30
CRN: 15447

An overview of the veterinary technology field. Topics in veterinary office practice management are covered, including, appointment scheduling, inventory control, financial transactions, client communication and regulatory, legal, and ethical aspects of veterinary practice. Other topics include veterinary technician and animal science career options, professional development and domestic animal management including breed identification, terminology, and husbandry.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Instructors: Carrie Finke

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	11:10am - 12:00pm	PETT G10

Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 430 (1HY) - Companion Animal Behavior and Handling Techniques

Companion Anim Behav/Handling

Course Delivery Method: Scheduled meeting time, Online with some campus visits, EUNH

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 10
CRN: 15692

Overview of the development, selection, genetics, and function of specific breeds of companion animals. Canine and feline handling and restraint skills will be demonstrated and practiced. General dog and cat, as well as breed-specific, behavior is included. Other companion animals such as parrots, rabbits, and pigs are reviewed as time allows.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): AAS 430

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Christina Patriquin

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020		Hours Arranged	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	12:10pm - 2:00pm	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	F	10:10am - 12:00pm	BART B205

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 430 (2HY) - Companion Animal Behavior and Handling Techniques

Companion Anim Behav/Handling

Course Delivery Method: Scheduled meeting time, Online with some campus visits, EUNH

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 10
CRN: 15693

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): AAS 430

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Christina Patriquin

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020		Hours Arranged	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	12:10pm - 2:00pm	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	F	12:10pm - 2:00pm	BART B205

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 430 (3HY) - Companion Animal Behavior and Handling Techniques

Companion Anim Behav/Handling

Course Delivery Method: Scheduled meeting time, Online with some campus visits, EUNH

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 10
CRN: 15694

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): AAS 430

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Christina Patriquin

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020		Hours Arranged	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	12:10pm - 2:00pm	ONLINE
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	F	2:10pm - 4:00pm	BART B205

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 497 (01) - Veterinary Technology Work Experience

Vet Tech Work Experience

Credits: 0.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 30
CRN: 13503

Provides students supervised introductory hands-on experience in a veterinary medical facility. Students apply skills learned in animal handling and nursing, laboratory methods, client communication and practice management courses. Students are responsible for obtaining a position in an approved veterinary facility and need to complete a minimum of 80 hours of work to fulfill course requirements. Must have rabies vaccine series completed prior to the start of the semester. Open to veterinary technology students only. Prereq: AAS 449.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Sarah Proctor

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020		Hours Arranged	TBA

Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 550 (01) - Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques II

Clin Animal Nursing Tech II

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 12
CRN: 15695

Builds on materials presented in VTEC 449, Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques I. Covers veterinary imaging modalities including radiographic and ultrasonographic techniques and safety; nursing care of hospitalized patients, dentistry, emergency, laboratory, and exotic animal medicine. VTEC majors only.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): AAS 550

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Mary Wiley

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	MWF	9:10am - 10:00am	BART B205
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	F	11:10am - 1:00pm	BART B202

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 550 (02) - Clinical Animal Nursing Techniques II

Clin Animal Nursing Tech II

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 12
CRN: 15696

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): AAS 550

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Mary Wiley

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	MWF	9:10am - 10:00am	BART B205
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	F	1:10pm - 3:00pm	BART B202

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 575 (01) - Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting

Vet Anesth & Surg Assist

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 12
CRN: 16296

This course provides the theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary to provide safe and effective anesthesia and analgesia to veterinary patients; including providing nursing care and assistance in all aspects of veterinary surgery and anesthesia. This course must be taken along with or after the completion of VTEC 565. VTEC majors only. Prereq: VTEC 449, AAS 428.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): VTEC 275

Only listed colleges in section: Thompson School of Applied Sci

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Mary Wiley

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	MWF	10:10am - 11:00am	BART B128
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	11:10am - 1:00pm	BART B202

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 575 (02) - Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assisting

Vet Anesth & Surg Assist

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 12
CRN: 16297

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Equivalent(s): VTEC 275

Only listed colleges in section: Thompson School of Applied Sci

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Mary Wiley

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	MWF	10:10am - 11:00am	BART B128
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	1:10pm - 3:00pm	BART B202

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Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Veterinary Technology

VTEC 579 (01) - Small Animal Practicum I

Small Animal Practicum I

Course Delivery Method: Rotational Attendance

Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2020 - Full Term (08/31/2020 - 12/11/2020)

Class Size: 5
CRN: 15705

This course provides veterinary technology students service learning opportunities. Students manage a wellness clinic for pets, developing staffing/appointment schedules, and performing appropriate procedures on pets. Additionally, students travel off-campus to provide medical, husbandry, and behavioral care for shelter animals. Successful ascertainment and use of correct veterinary terminology is required. A surgical rotation is conducted to introduce techniques in anesthesia, surgical nursing, and dentistry. This is a four-credit course offered for VTEC majors only, and by permission only. Prereq: VTEC 430, VTEC 449.

You must sign up in the Dept Office before registering through WEBCAT.

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: VET TECH

Instructors: Sarah Proctor, Carolyn Dziengeleski

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	M	11:10am - 12:00pm	BART B205
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	M	12:40pm - 5:30pm	BART B119
8/31/2020	12/11/2020	W	3:40pm - 7:30pm	BART B205

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