VT 150 Clinical Microbiology and Public Health (5 credits)
Course Description
Veterinary Technology course that introduces the student to microorganisms of clinical importance in veterinary medicine. Emphasis will be placed on zoonoses and public health as it applies to veterinary medicine and the veterinary technician.
Course Content
Anatomical and Physiological Characteristics of Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi and Protozoa.
Classification of Microbes Based Upon Morphology and Conditions of Growth.
Immunological Response to Infection
Control and Prevention of Microbial Infection
Laboratory Techniques in the Study of Microbes
Student Outcomes
- Describe the anatomical and physiological characteristics of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.
- Classify microbes based upon their morphology and the conditions in which they grow.
- Describe the immunological response to microbial infection.
- Describe the strategies used in the control and prevention of microbial infection.
- Apply laboratory techniques that are used in the study of microorganisms.
Degree Outcomes
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Program Outcome:
Proficiently execute the Essential Skills dictated by the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities.
Establish and maintain a work environment that ensures the safety of clients, animals and staff.
Lecture Contact Hours 30
Lab Contact Hours 40
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 70
Potential Methods
A. Class attendance/participation
B. Individual/group projects
C. Written exam
D. Research paper
E. Journal
F. Lab report
G. Lab practicum
H. Instructor observation
I. Oral presentation
J. Group presentation
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