Program Description
The Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology degree prepares students to become veterinary technicians. This on-campus program includes classroom theory, hands-on training and clinical experience. Students work with live animals (including dogs, cats, rats and rabbits) in state-of-the-art facilities.
Delivery Mode
Traditional (on campus)
Curriculum
Course | Credits |
First Semester | 14 |
BIO 230 Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
ENG 101 English Composition I | 3 |
MAT 181 College Algebra | 3 |
VET 101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology | 3 |
UNI 100 First-Year Seminar | 1 |
Second Semester | 15 |
BIO 260 Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
BIO 226 Basic Microbiology | 4 |
CHE 101 General Chemistry | 4 |
VET 160 Care and Management of Exotic and Laboratory Animals | 3 |
Third Semester | 15 |
VET 202 Small Animal Management and Clinical Procedures | 4 |
VET 210 Veterinary Clinical Technology and Laboratory Procedures | 4 |
VET 220 Large Animal Management and Clinical Procedures | 4 |
VET 240 Veterinary Pharmacy and Pharmacology | 3 |
Fourth Semester | 16 |
VET 230 Digital Diagnostic Imaging | 3 |
VET 250 Surgical Nursing, Anesthesia and Pain Management | 4 |
VET 292 Clinical Experience | 3 |
General Education | 6 |
Total | 60 |
Program Webpage
https://www.calu.edu/academics/undergraduate/associate/veterinary-technology/index.aspx