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Yakima Valley College Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Codes

Prerequisites

This section of the catalog identifies what the specific prerequisites, if any, are for each course. Course prerequisites are requirements that students must meet before they can enroll in a particular course. A student must earn a grade of C (2.0) or higher in prerequisite courses, unless otherwise noted, or unless the student receives the department chair’s written approval for the class or program.

Students must complete the prerequisites for a course before they can enroll in that class. As students register for classes, the system will check their student records for prerequisite requirements. If these requirements are found in the record, the student will be registered in the class, but if they are not found, the system will not allow registration for that course.

For information about departmental policies regarding prerequisites, contact the appropriate dean’s office.

Course Numbering

The numbers from 0-99 designate developmental courses and certain professional/technical classes. These classes are not college level. Classes numbered from 100-299 are college-level and generally transferable to baccalaureate degree programs.

Courses numbered 099, 199, or 299 designate independent study and field experience classes. Courses numbered 098, 198, or 298 designate experimental or exploratory classes. Cooperative field experience (co-op) courses are assigned the 190 and 290 numbered series. Community service courses are numbered with 076 and are not awarded credit.

Courses listed in this catalog constitute the most recent record of the total academic program of the college. Listing does not mean that all courses are offered every quarter or every year. Consult the class schedule for specific course offerings.

Common Course Numbering

Washington’s community and technical colleges want to make it easier for students to transfer credits among the state’s 34 community and technical colleges. YVC has moved to a common course numbering system, which will mean that the same course will be titled and numbered in a similar way at every community and technical college in the state.

There are several changes in course names and numbers for YVC. The changes should help you know that a course you have taken at one Washington College is the same at another, and the course will transfer easily.

Common courses are identified by an “&” following the department abbreviation. Transfer courses not identified as common will still transfer under the Direct Transfer Agreement as in the past. Please direct questions to the Registrar in the Enrollment Services Office at the phone number listed in the directory.

Definitions and Codes

Co-requisite: These are one or more courses that must be taken together in the same quarter. For example, a lecture and lab in Chemistry.

Cross-disciplined courses: Courses in two different disciplines with the same course description and credits. Credit cannot be given for both courses.

Distributions for DTA: Quarter Offered Codes Core Competency Codes
Communications F Fall Quarter ♦ Computation
Humanities S Spring Quarter • Communication
Humanities - Performance SR Summer Quarter ■ Human Relation
Natural Sciences W Winter Quarter  
Natural Sciences - Lab O Occasionally  
Quantitative    
Social Science    
 

Veterinary Technology
  

  • VET 170: Small Animal Nutrition

    2 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course is an introductory course for students accepted in the Veterinary Technology program providing identification and function of nutrients, understanding pet food labels, and applications for wellness and lifestage for dogs and cats. The course is conducted via an asynchronous, web-based format.
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Veterinary Technology program, VET 114  and VET 115  both with a grade of C or better, or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 172: Small Animal Therapeutic Nutrition

    2 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course is a continuation of the introductory course VET 170 , for students accepted into the Veterinary Technology program. The course will provide applications of nutrition in disease management in dogs and cats. The course is conducted via an asynchronous, web-based format.
    Prerequisite: VET 170  with a grade of C or better.
  

  • VET 190: Co-op Field Experience I

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • VET 193: Co-op Field Experience IV

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • VET 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Experimental/exploratory study in veterinary technology.
  

  • VET 199: Independent Study/Field Experience

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • VET 201: Public Health

    3 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course will cover principles and procedures that must be followed by veterinary technicians to promote and maintain public health and sanitation and to prevent the spread of disease. The role of the technician in prevention and recognition of zoonotic diseases and occupational health hazards, with an emphasis on client education, will be covered. Class is concurrent with VET 230 /VET 231 .
    Prerequisite: VET 101 , VET 130 , and VET 131  all with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 204: Veterinary Hematology Lecture

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This class will familiarize students with the basic terms and principles of veterinary hematology. Students will learn types of blood cells and species differences pertaining to the blood. The essentials of blood transfusion will be reviewed, and students will learn about blood parasites. Class must be taken concurrently with VET 205 , VET 224 , and VET 225 .
    Prerequisite: VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 160 , and VET 161  all with a grade of C or better.
  

  • VET 205: Veterinary Hematology Lab

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This class will familiarize students with common procedures in veterinary hematology. Students will identify blood cell types from various species, learn techniques for measuring important blood values, and identify blood parasites. Coagulation and pre-transfusion tests will be performed. Class must be taken concurrently with VET 204 , VET 224 , and VET 225 .
    Prerequisite: VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 160 , and VET 161  all with a grade of C or better.
  

  • VET 208: Veterinary Office Procedures

    3 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This course covers procedures for computerized scheduling, telephone etiquette, interoffice and customer relations, financial records, and electronic communications in the veterinary office setting. Application of organizational skills, work habits, and human relations in the operation of the veterinary front office, and use of veterinary practice management software will be covered. 
     
    Prerequisite: IT 100  with a grade of C or better or equivalent, or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

     
  

  • VET 210: Clinical Practices-III Lecture

    1 CR
    Quarters: F
    This course will provide practical development of veterinary technician skills as a surgical assistant. Students will learn surgical preparation and assisting, aseptic technique, care and use of surgical equipment and instruments, plus maintenance of the surgical suite. 
     
    Prerequisite: VET 160   and VET 161   both with a grade of C or better AND concurrent enrollment in VET 211 OR permission of instructor.                    

     
  

  • VET 213: Sterile Techniques Lab

    1 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This laboratory course provides opportunities to develop skills as a sterile surgical assistant in the veterinary surgical setting. This course builds upon skills acquired in VET 164  and VET 165 . Topics include surgical assisting, patient preparations, aseptic technique, plus care and use of patient monitors.
    Prerequisite: VET 164  and VET 165  both with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 222: Radiology Lecture

    3 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course provides theoretical application of veterinary radiographic imaging to include image production, radiation protection, film processing, radiographic analysis, quality assurance, patient positioning, contrast media studies, and alternative methods of imaging.
    Prerequisite: VET 120  and VET 121  both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in VET 223  or permission of instructor and program coordinator.
  

  • VET 223: Radiology Lab

    1 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course provides laboratory experience to safely generate radiographic images of animals, process film and digital images, participate in contrast media studies, evaluate image quality, and perform quality control tests.
    Prerequisite: VET 120  and VET 121  both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in VET 222  or permission of instructor and program coordinator.
  

  • VET 224: Laboratory Principles Lecture

    1 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will gain an understanding of a variety of laboratory tests commonly used in veterinary practice. Principles of cytologic identification will be discussed. Class must be taken concurrently with VET 225 , VET 204 , and VET 205 .
    Prerequisite: VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 160 , and VET 161  all with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 225: Laboratory Principles Lab

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will perform a variety of laboratory tests commonly used in veterinary clinics and will relate the results to patient cases. Cytology skills will be developed. Class must be taken concurrently with VET 224 , VET 204 , and VET 205 .
    Prerequisite: VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 160 , and VET 161  all with a grade of C or better or permission of the instructor.
  

  • VET 230: Animal Diseases & Microbiology Lecture

    4 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course is an overview of animal diseases and microbiology including concepts of pathology. Common diseases of multiple animal species will be discussed including dental diseases. Technician assessments and interventions using the Veterinary Technician Practice Model will be incorporated.
    Prerequisite: VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 164 , VET 165 , VET 204 , VET 205 , VET 213 , VET 224 , VET 225 , VET 236 , and VET 237  all with a grade of C or better, concurrent enrollment in VET 231  and VET 239 , and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of VET 234  with a grade of C or better.
  

  • VET 231: Animal Diseases & Microbiology Lab

    3 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This laboratory course provides instruction and hands-on experience with microbiological procedures, dental prophylaxis, and care of exotic and lab animals.  It also provides students the opportunity to develop supervisory skills.  
    Prerequisite: Completion of VET 105 , VET 130 , VET 131 , VET 164 , VET 165 , VET 204 , VET 205 , VET 213 , VET 224 , VET 225 , VET 236 , and VET 237  all with a grade of C- or better and concurrent enrollment in VET 230  and VET 239   or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 234: Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians

    3 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Summary of general types and groups of drugs as well as the proper preparation of medication and vaccines. Students will be able to explain drug medications and to differentiate between normal and abnormal responses of animals to medications. Students will calculate dosages for common medications of large and small animals.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 109 , CHEM 110, VET 110 , VET 114 , VET 115 , VET 130 , and VET 131  all with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 236: Anesthesia Lecture

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will receive training in the use and monitoring of general and local anesthesia. Pain management techniques, anesthetic agents, and variations between animal species will be included.
    Prerequisite: VET 160 , VET 161 , VET 164 , and VET 165  with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in VET 237  or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 237: Anesthesia Lab

    1 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will receive training in the use and monitoring of general anesthesia. Utilization and maintenance of inhalant anesthesia equipment and various patient monitoring devices will be covered.
    Prerequisite: VET 160 , VET 161 , VET 164 , and VET 165  all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in VET 236  or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 238: Critical Care Lecture

    1 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course will cover the essentials of veterinary emergency and critical care including monitoring and treatment of the critical veterinary patient, emergency procedures, triage, and CPR.
    Prerequisite: VET 204 , VET 205 , VET 213 , VET 224 , VET 225 , VET 236 , and VET 237  all with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 239: Surgery Lab

    2 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Students will learn and perform anesthesia and monitoring of such during surgery and other medical procedures. Anesthesia and monitoring equipment use and maintenance will be included.
    Prerequisite: VET 204 , VET 205 , VET 213 , VET 224 , VET 225 , VET 236 , and VET 237  all with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
  

  • VET 240: Veterinary Clinical Experience

    10 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course will provide veterinary clinical experience under the supervision of a Veterinarian and/or credentials Veterinary Technician to expand the breadth of exposure to medicine, surgery, and office procedures. The emphasis will be on practical application and enhancement of proficiency of veterinary technician skills and knowledge acquired during previous courses within the program.
    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all courses required by the Veterinary Technology program except VET 244  and an accumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) or better or permission of the instructor and the program coordinator.
  

  • VET 244: Special Topics Seminar

    2 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course is a review of current literature and topics important to the practice of veterinary medicine including clinical communications skills. Students will provide formal presentations followed by interactive discussions. Clinical communication skills will be developed utilizing small groups with simulated clients and veterinarian and technician coaches.
    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all courses required by the Veterinary Technology program and an accumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) or better or permission of the instructor and the program coordinator.
  

  • VET 290: Adv. Co-op Field Experience I

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Cooperative education integrates the students’ classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate college study with employment periods in appropriate fields related to veterinary medicine or supporting industry. The students’ education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
  

  • VET 291: Adv. Co-op Field Experience II

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Cooperative education integrates the students’ classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate college study with employment periods in appropriate fields related to veterinary medicine or supporting industry. The students’ education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
  

  • VET 292: Adv. Co-op Field Experience III

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Cooperative education integrates the students’ classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate college study with employment periods in appropriate fields related to veterinary medicine or supporting industry. The students’ education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
  

  • VET 293: Adv. Co-op Field Experience IV

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    Cooperative education integrates the students’ classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate college study with employment periods in appropriate fields related to veterinary medicine or supporting industry. The students’ education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
  

  • VET 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Experimental/exploratory study in veterinary technology.
  

  • VET 299: Independent Study/Field Experience

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
 

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