VET115

 1.        Identify the various breeds within the following species:  horse, cow, dog, cat, sheep, pig and avian.  Articulate the general characteristics of these various breeds.  (Program Outcome: M)

 2.        Understand and apply the basic principles of nutrition and feeds as they relate to management and care of domestic species.  (Program Outcome: M)

 3.        Develop an understanding of basic animal husbandry procedures including: reproduction, sex determination, various surgical procedures (i.e., castration, tail docking, banding).  (Program Outcome: M)

 4.        Discuss economic issues involved in animal management and in the practice of veterinary medicine.  (Program Outcomes: B,M)

 5.        Understand and (later) apply principles and methods of restraint of domestic species.  (Program Outcome: M)

 6.        Demonstrate a thorough understanding of (and be able to articulate) the principles of and content of various preventative health programs for dogs, cats, horse, cows and sheep.  (Program Outcome: M)