Course Number and Title:
VET 205 Small Animal Health and Disease
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VET100 and VET110 and VET140 and VET150
Course Credits and Hours
2 credit(s)
2 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This course examines infectious and noninfectious diseases in companion animals, focusing on their etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Emphasis is placed on the veterinary technician’s role in educating clients about clinical signs, disease management, and prevention strategies.
Additional Materials
None
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Use written, oral, non-verbal, and electronic methods to communicate in a professional and effective manner. (CCC 1,4,5; PGC 3)
- Demonstrate husbandry, nutrition, therapeutic and dentistry techniques appropriate to various animal species. (CCC1,2,4,5; PGC1,2)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Use written, oral, non-verbal, and electronic methods to communicate in a professional and effective manner.
- Use appropriate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate within a team-based healthcare team.
- Recognize the legality of the veterinary-client-patient relationship.
- Produce and deliver client education in a clear and accurate manner at a level the client understands.
- Demonstrate husbandry, nutrition, therapeutic and dentistry techniques appropriate to various animal species.
- Describe life stage energy and nutrient requirements of well animals.
- Explain key nutritional factors in disease conditions, including therapeutic foods.
- Explain hospital nutrition protocols.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
= |
C |
| 0-69 |
= |
F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | %of final grade |
Exams (Summative) | 60% |
Project (Summative) | 15% |
Quizzes(Formative) | 25% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
None
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.