VT 265 Clinical Techniques Laboratory (3 credits)
Prerequisite Enrollment in the Veterinary Technology Program
Course Description
Reviews advanced laboratory principles and techniques for veterinary technicians.
Course Content
A. Clinical laboratory roles for veterinary technicians
B. Hematology/Blood chemistries
C. Urinalysis
D. Parasitology – external/internal
E. Microbiology
F. Cytology
G. Radiology
H. Anesthesia
I. Surgical sterile techniques
J. Veterinary office procedures – inventory, prescriptions, management software
K. Content review and practice
Student Outcomes
1. Demonstrate independent analysis and completion of clinical and laboratory procedures.
2. Demonstrate time management, responsibility, and the ability to work in diverse teams.
Degree Outcomes
Core Abilities:
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.
Professional-Technical Program Outcomes 1 & 3:
Proficiently execute the Essential Skills dictated by the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities.
Actively contribute as an integral member of a veterinary health care team while adhering to professional and ethical standards including a strong work ethic, personal responsibility and compassion for clients and animals.
Establish and maintain a work environment that ensures the safety of clients, animals and staff.
Lecture Contact Hours 0
Lab Contact Hours 60
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 60
Potential Methods
Instructor observation
Peer discussion groups
Self evaluation
Clinical case scenarios
Independent and group assignments
Peer evaluation
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