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2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


General Education Curriculum Core Requirements (GEC)  

 

Veterinary Technology

  
  • VETT - 113 Companion Animal Diseases I 2


    Study of the most commonly encountered diseases in veterinary medicine. Etiology, pathogenesis, zoonosis, history and clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention will be discussed.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 101 , VETT 102 , and VETT 103  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 201 Veterinary Pathology 4


    This course is designed to acquaint students with equipment and techniques used in veterinary laboratories. The different areas that will be discussed include hematology, lab safety, urinalysis, blood chemistries, cytology and serology.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 219  and VETT 221  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 202 Large Animal Health & Diseases 3


    The students will learn restraint and drug administration of common farm animals. They will also cover care, handling, and common diseases. This class will travel to local farms for practical experience.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 219  and VETT 221  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 203 Laboratory Animal & Avian Medicine 3


    This course provides basic instruction in the concepts of laboratory animal and avian health management. This course will cover the proper methods of restraint, daily care, nursing techniques, and housing needs for the common species of laboratory animals and avian patients, specific procedures that are used in laboratory animal medicine, and the issues of animal welfare as they apply to research.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 219  and VETT 221  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 212 Veterinary Pharmacology II 2


    This course is a continuation of VETT 112 . Common drugs for the diseases discussed in VETT 213  will be covered.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 219  and VETT 221  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 213 Companion Animal Diseases II 2


    This course is a continuation of VETT 113 .

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 219  and VETT 221  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 215 ~ Animal Anatomy and Physiology 4


    This course will introduce students to the anatomy and physiology of domestic animals including a survey of cells, tissues and major body systems for the cat, dog, and horse, with lesser emphasis on birds, reptiles, and amphibians. This course is intended for students entering veterinary technology, veterinary assisting or other animal related fields. As part of a required laboratory component, a mammalian dissection is required. (GEC-2)

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Admission to the Veterinary Technology Program
  
  • VETT - 219 Seminar I 1


    This course is taken in conjunction with VETT 221 . Students will keep a weekly journal and will present one case study from their preceptor.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 111 , VETT 112 , VETT 113 , and 114 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 221 Preceptorships I (OJT) 1


    The student will get on the job training at a local veterinary facility.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 111 , VETT 112 , VETT 113 , and 114 with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 222 Preceptorship II 2


    This is an extensive external practicum where the student will function as a member of the veterinary team.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 201 , VETT 202 , VETT 203 , VETT 212 , and VETT 213  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • VETT - 223 Veterinary Capstone 4


    Discussion of case situations that encourage development of decision making skills at the veterinary technologist level. Independent study time is allocated for review and completion of national examination practice exams. Case studies will be presented in a format to illustrate problem analysis at the technologist level. This course will also prepare the student to join the workforce by covering resume writing and interview techniques.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Completion of VETT 201 , VETT 202 , VETT 203 , VETT 212 , and VETT 213  with a grade of “C” or better
    Co-Requisite(s):
    VETT 222 

Welding

  
  • WLDT - 101 Introduction to Welding Processes - Part I 3


    A basic welding course for the non-welding student. Introductory topics include: basic construction safety requirements, common hand tool usage, common power tool usage, basic ox fuel, plasma & carbon arc cutting, gouging procedures, a focus on basic SMAW/stick usage and an introduction to GMAW/MIG.

  
  • WLDT - 102 Introduction to Welding Processes - Part II 3


    A continuation of WLDT 101 . Topics include enhanced coverage of the SMAW/stick and GMAW/MIG processes with an introduction to the GTAW/TIG process.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 101  or instructor permission
  
  • WLDT - 111 Basic Oxyfuel, Plasma and Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging 3


    Basic construction safety requirements, how to safely inspect and operate common hand and power tools, and basic oxyfuel, plasma, and carbon arc cutting and gouging procedures.

  
  • WLDT - 121 Basic SMAW 3


    Nomenclature and set up procedures for the SMAW welding process. Hands on welding experience using E6010 and E7018 electrodes welding on pads in each of the four welding positions. They will then transition to the five joints in each of the four positions.

  
  • WLDT - 122 Intermediate SMAW 3


    This is a continuation of WLDT 121 . Welding each joint in the four positions with transition into bevel plate in all positions.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 121 
  
  • WLDT - 131 Basic GMAW 3


    Students will learn safety, nomenclature and set up procedures for GMAW equipment. They will get hands on welding primarily utilizing E70 solid wire, with gas, welding on pads and in each of the four welding positions. They will then transition to the five joints in each position.

  
  • WLDT - 133 Advanced Gmaw Welding 3


    The purpose of the course is to introduce the welding student to advanced open root welding with the GMAW process. The students will use spray arc and pulse arc welding transfer modes. GMAW aluminum welding techniques will be utilized. Students will be able to select welding wire and shielding gas for base metal compatibility. Students will understand the acceptance criteria for GMAW welding.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 131 
  
  • WLDT - 141 Basic GTAW 3


    Safety, nomenclature and set up procedures for gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) equipment with GTAW welding in each of the five types of joints in the four welding positions utilizing 12-gauge metal. Preparation for the ASME 6G weld qualification on 2-inch schedule-80 pipe with a GTAW root with 3/32” E7018 filler; uphill welding.

  
  • WLDT - 151 Basic FCAW 3


    Students will learn safety, nomenclature and set up procedures for FCAW equipment. Students will weld primarily utilizing E70 solid wire and gas on pads and in each of the four welding positions. They will then transitions to the five joints in each position.

  
  • WLDT - 161 Weld Symbols and Detail Drawings 3


    Welding symbols, metal shapes, their abbreviations, and weld detail prints. Students will learn to draw various detail drawings, read prints, weld procedures and determine their bill of material.

  
  • WLDT - 223 Advanced Smaw 3


    Shielded metal arc welding various metals and shapes in various positions including plate in the 6G position. Continued to progress toward the Code SMAW Unlimited AWS qualification.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 121 
  
  • WLDT - 225 Code Smaw 3


    Students will prepare for American Welding Society (AWS) certification by welding 1 inch plate in all positions with concentration on vertical and overhead. Certification will be vertical and overhead, 1-inch plate with backing strip.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 223 
  
  • WLDT - 227 Code API 1104 Pipe 3


    Students will prepare for the API 1104 6G downhill weld qualification on 6 inch pipe. Welding will be practiced in the three positions, flat horizontal and 6G with emphasis on 6G. Welding will be with an E6010 root and E8010 filler.

  
  • WLDT - 235 Code GMAW 3


    Students will prepare for American Welding Society (AWS) certification by welding of 3/8 inch plate in all positions with concentration on vertical and overhead. Certification will be 3/8” plate with backing strip in vertical and overhead positions.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 133 
  
  • WLDT - 237 Code GMAW Pipe 3


    Purpose of this course is to become proficient in AWS and API pipe welding using the GMAW welding process. Students will use pulse arc welding and spray arc welding on multiple diameter pipe with open root welding techniques. Students will learn the code requirements of API 1104 and AWS D1.1. The goal is for the students to have the skills to complete a pipe welding certification.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 131 
  
  • WLDT - 265 Metallurgy 3


    The study of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, their properties, composition, manufacture, weld preparation, weld-ability, heat treatment (before and after welding), and proper storage.

  
  • WLDT - 267 Introduction to Weld Theory 3


    Students will learn to use the basics of welding theory in various area(s) of welding and will communicate in writing, using the technical terminology commonly used in the welding industry for inspection.

  
  • WLDT - 271 Fabrication 3


    The purpose of this course is to introduce the welding student to structural steel fabrication using industry standards and codes of construction. This includes the planning and preparation of drawings, the layout of structural steel, the metal cutting and preparation and the construction of a functional weldment. (GEC-4)

    Pre-requisite(s):
    WLDT 133  or WLDT 223 
  
  • WLDT - 281 Weld Inspection Procedures, Part 1 3


    Reading and interpretation of the American Welding Society, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the American Petroleum Institute codes for welding. The writing of welding procedures and the basic methods of destructive and non-destructive testing applied to welding.

  
  • WLDT - 282 Weld Inspection Procedures, Part 2 3


    Detailed understanding of the American Welding Society, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers section IX. Conduct methods of destructive and non-destructive tests and interpretation of results. Determining the proper welding procedures and qualifications per ASME and AWS and API 1104.

  
  • WLDT - 291 Fab Shop 3


    This course is designed to introduce the student into a work environment depicting the actual day-today operations of a fabrication shop. The student will incorporate the skills and knowledge acquired to gain experience that is required to enter the workforce successfully.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Welding students in their final semester or instructor permission.
  
  • WLDT - 293 Internship 2-6


    Special assignment in industry to correlate with the Welding Technology program. Students must have a designated industrial supervisor and faculty coordinator. Final approval will be granted by the student’s department head.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Instructor permission
  
  • WLDT - 299 Special Topics


    Special topics related to welding.

    Pre-requisite(s):
    Instructor permission
 

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