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VET112: Animal Nursing I – 2 credits

Training in and supervised performance of skills necessary in the husbandry and clinical care and treatment of animals. Occupational hazards and safety in livestock, companion animal, and laboratory animal facilities. Introduction to medical terminology. Restraint and handling, feeding, and housing of a variety of animal species. Physical examination of various species of animals. Principles of sanitation, disinfection, sterilization, and aseptic technique. Principles and techniques of medication administration, fluid therapy, and vaccination. Familiarization with operation of various types of animal care equipment. Introduction to laboratory techniques. Professional ethics and the human-animal bond. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET101 and admission to the Veterinary Technology/Animal Health program or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
10038
Mesa
Live Online
Hybrid In-Person
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue
9:00 – 10:50 AM
  • E. Tison
Open
3 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include VET Course Fee: $50.00
  • Lectures are Live Online and Labs are in person.
    Class 10038 costs include VET Course Fee: $50
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 10038 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
    Class 10031 held Thu from 9:00AM to 11:50AM at VTL, Lab fees $50 (E. Tison)
    Class 11238 held Thu from 1:00PM to 3:50PM at VTL, Lab fees $50 (E. Tison)