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| CATALOG INFORMATION
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| Discipline and Nbr:
ANHLT 50 | Title:
VET ANATOMY TERMINOLOGY |
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| Full Title:
Veterinary Anatomy and Terminology |
| Last Reviewed:10/11/2021 |
| Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
| Maximum | 3.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 3.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 52.50 |
| Minimum | 3.00 | Lab Scheduled | 0 | 6 min. | Lab Scheduled | 0 |
| | Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| | Contact Total | 3.00 | | Contact Total | 52.50 |
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| | Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| | Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
AG 67.2
Catalog Description:
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Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of all major body systems with a focus on companion animal species (canine and feline). This class will progress in a body systems format with an emphasis on veterinary medical terminology. Commonly used veterinary diagnostics and treatments are woven throughout the course as relevant to organ or body structure or function.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of all major body systems with a focus on companion animal species (canine and feline). This class will progress in a body systems format with an emphasis on veterinary medical terminology. Commonly used veterinary diagnostics and treatments are woven throughout the course as relevant to organ or body structure or function.
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
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| CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1994 | Inactive: | |
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| UC Transfer: | | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
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Certificate/Major Applicable:
Certificate Applicable Course
COURSE CONTENT
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of this courses, students will be able to:
1) Demonstrate an understanding of basic biochemistry, cell biology and tissue organization.
2) Identify normal anatomy and physiology of small companion animals.
3) Discuss and define the terminology of all major organ systems in small companion animals.
4) Define terminology used in small animal veterinary practices.
5) Identify common equipment and lab terminology used in small animal veterinary practices.
6) Identify disease progression of small animals using appropriate terminology.
7) Describe career opportunities including required education in the animal health field.
Topics and Scope
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1) Introduction to word structure, roots, prefixes, suffixes, and combinations; introduction to body planes and application of directional terms.
2) Introduction to biology of the cell and related terminology of cellular anatomy and physiology.
3) Overview of body structure and organization defined in terms of anatomy and physiology of the tissues, organs, and organ systems.
4) The Hematopoietic System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
5) The Lymphatic System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
6) The Musculoskeletal System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
7) The Cardiovascular System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
8) The Respiratory System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
9) The Nervous System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
10) The Eye and Visual Pathway
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
11) The Ear
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
12) The Alimentary System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
13) The Urinary System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
14) The Reproductive System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
15) The Endocrine System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
16) The Integumentary System
a. Terminology
b. Anatomy
c. Physiology
17) Pharmacology
a. Terminology of drugs
b. Routes of medication administration
c. Prescription format.
18) Lab tests used in the small animal clinic
19) Animal health careers
Assignments:
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1. Reading in texts and handouts (approx 25 pages per week)
2. Quizzes (up to weekly), midterms (1 or 2) and final exam
3. Completing self evaluation exercises in text
4. Reading, summarizing, and answering questions regarding case studies or veterinary/anatomical research papers
5. Identification of structures on and recreation of anatomical diagrams
6. Presentations on anatomical or veterinary information
7. In-class demonstration of language skills
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
10 - 30% |
| Written homework | |
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
10 - 30% |
| Homework problems, case studies, text self-evaluation exercises | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
10 - 30% |
| Language skills, presentations | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
30 - 60% |
| Exams: multiple choice, true/false, matching items, completion, identification, case study, essay exams | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
0 - 0% |
| None | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology by Janet Amundson Romich DVM MS Published by Delmar Cengage Learning, 3rd ed, 2008
Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians, by Joanna M. Bassert VMD and Thomas P. Colville DVM MSc Published by Mosby, 2nd ed, 2007
McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians by Joanna M. Bassert VMD and Dennis M. McCurnin DVM MS Dipl ACV. Published by: Saunders, 7th ed, 2009
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