Veterinary Technology (VET) at Southside Virginia Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- VET 100 - Introduction to Animal Science
- Surveys the common breeds of small and large domestic animals, including identification, management, and restraint.Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - VET 101 - Introduction to Veterinary Assisting
- Presents basic information about assisting the veterinarian. Includes information about companion animals, primarily dogs and cats.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - VET 102 - Care and Maintenance of Small Domestic Animals
- Presents basic information about general and veterinary management of small domestic animals, especially dogs and cats. Provides information concerning animal and human safety, animal restraint, nutrition, common diseases, medical terminology, medical history, and other topics related to the care and maintenance of small animals.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - VET 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits