Course descriptionVeterinary Technology comprises an aggregate
of techniques and skills required in the practice
of Veterinary Medicine. Professional veterinary
technicians work under the direction of a licensed
veterinarian. They do not diagnose, prescribe or
perform surgical operations.
Technicians work at veterinary hospitals, colleges,
and laboratories. They may work for private
individuals and institutions or they may be
employed by federal or state agencies that have to
do with the control of animal diseases. The work
may include cleaning and sterilizing equipment,
performing diagnostic tests, feeding and caring
for animals, restraining animals for treatment,
administering anesthetics, assisting in surgery,
collecting of samples for diagnostic purposes,
maintaining and repairing equipment, obtaining
and developing radiographs, and assisting in office
procedures.
The veterinary technician may be employed
to perform a single procedure in a specialized
area or a broad spectrum of procedures in a
generalized practice.
The primary objectives are to qualify students
to perform those techniques required in the
operation of a general veterinary practice
exclusive of diagnosis, prescription, and surgery
and to pass examinations that may be required for
licensing in certain areas.
It is recommended that students in the Veterinary
Technology Program spend four semesters
of course work on campus followed by the
Veterinary Technology 2950 preceptorship off
campus. A plan is available to allow students
to complete on campus course work in a five
semester sequence if they so desire.
Students must complete all program
requirements, including approved electives, with
a “C” or better.