Search

• TRIO 2100: Critical Thinking and Reading

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course exposes students to in-depth readings and well-chosen oppositional readings to help them develop intellectually and ethically by recognizing competing arguments and making a reasoned, context-appropriate commitment to one position. Some of the oppositional readings include artists, statements, criticisms, biographies, web-based essays, peer-reviewed journal articles, and book chapters. These authentic authorial voices engage students in thinking through competing perspectives on an issue. Students will practice critical thinking and reading in order to: reconsider and revise views where honest reflection suggests that change is warranted and face their own biases, prejudices, stereotypes, or egocentric tendencies. When students believe that their efforts are contributing significantly to their learning, learning becomes its own motivation.
  ShareTRIO 2100 - Critical Thinking and Reading

• VETT 1010: Intro to Veterinary Technology

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course introduces students to the Veterinary Technology profession, medical terminology and record keeping. The technicians role in veterinary ethics, legal regulations, the veterinary team, and the human animal bond will be emphasized throughout the course. Common animal breeds, general principles of behavior, hospital care, handling equipment, and hospital management are presented. This course includes a 45 hour clinical experience observing in an animal hospital.
  ShareVETT 1010 - Intro to Veterinary Technology

• VETT 1600: Exotics and Lab Animals

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will introduce students to the many facets of exotic and laboratory animal care and management. Emphasis will be placed on the laws and ethics governing animal research as well as the unique features of each species and how these features affect housing and nutritional needs. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required.
  ShareVETT 1600 - Exotics and Lab Animals

• VETT 2020: Sm Animal Mgmnt & Clinical Pro

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will focus on the fundamentals of veterinary nursing knowledge and skills for dogs and cats. Topics will include behavior, nutrition, handling, disease recognition, prevention and treatment as well as other topics associated with canine and feline health. The laboratory exercises will focus on the clinical skills associated with nursing in the small animal practice such as blood draws, catheter placement, bandaging, and CPR. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required. In addition, students will be required to participate in animal care rotations.
  ShareVETT 2020 - Sm Animal Mgmnt & Clinical Pro

• VETT 2100: Vet Clin Tech and Lab Procedur

  4.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course illustrates the importance of laboratory procedures and clinical technology in veterinary medicine. The clinical examination of blood, urine, feces, and cytological samples will be used to demonstrate the diagnostic value of laboratory results. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required.
  ShareVETT 2100 - Vet Clin Tech and Lab Procedur

• VETT 2200: Lrg Animal Mgmnt & Clinical Pr

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will focus on the fundamentals related to the veterinary technician and large animal practice. Topics will include anatomy and physiology, nutrition, handling, disease recognition, prevention and treatment as well as other topics associated to equine and production animals. Clinical procedures will be practiced in the laboratory portion of the course at area large animal facilities. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required. 45 hours of clinical experiences will be gained during this course.
  ShareVETT 2200 - Lrg Animal Mgmnt & Clinical Pr

• VETT 2300: Digital Diagnostic Imaging

  4.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course emphasizes techniques involved in the acquisition, digital management, and manipulation of radiographic, electrocardiographic and ultrasound images. Focus will be placed on the skills necessary to produce images of diagnostic quality and the theory of how these images are produced. Students must register for both lecture and lab.
  ShareVETT 2300 - Digital Diagnostic Imaging

• VETT 2400: Vet Pharmacy & Pharmacology

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course will familiarize the student with dosage, mechanisms of action, routes of administration, and known toxicities of the commonly used drugs in veterinary medicine. Emphasis will be placed on dosage calculations and drug dispensing as it relates to the veterinary technician.
  ShareVETT 2400 - Vet Pharmacy & Pharmacology

• VETT 2500: Surg Nursing, Anesth & Pain Mg

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course acquaints the student with pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative responsibilities of the veterinary technician. Topics include drug and fluid calculations, patient monitoring, and care of the surgical suite and surgical instruments. Laboratory procedures will include surgical preparation, anesthesia, surgical assisting, post-operative care and client communication. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required. Students will also be required to participate in animal care rotations. This course includes 45 hours of clinical experience.
  ShareVETT 2500 - Surg Nursing, Anesth & Pain Mg

• VETT 2920: Clinical Experience

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course enables the student to apply knowledge and hone skills acquired in previous courses by spending 120 hours in the veterinary clinic setting. Experience will be gained in duties that are regularly performed by a licensed or certified veterinary technician under the guidance of veterinarians and qualified clinic personnel.
  ShareVETT 2920 - Clinical Experience