This course will get animal health majors prepared for delving into the subject of animal health. Students will prepare for future careers in animal health by exploring the career options and requirements including but not limited to additional schooling or certifications and financial commitments associated with that schooling. Students will prepare resumes, cover letters, and personal statements. Scientific literature and data analysis will be explored. Presentation and interview skills will be practiced. Students will be exposed to real-life scenarios in the animal health industry and work through responses. Students will look at the career trajectory and what it takes to be successful as an animal health scientist or veterinarian.
This course covers the principles of nutrition and the applied feeding methods of domestic animals. It includes feed classifications, gastrointestinal tract anatomy of domestic species, nutrient classifications and their functions, digestion and metabolism processes, feed regulations, and general feeding/nutrition information for cattle, small ruminants, horses, swine, poultry, dogs, cats, rabbits and numerous other species.
Students will gain hands on experience in handling both equine and small animal patients. Topics covered will include animal behavior, restraint, general anatomy, rehabilitation and nursing care. This course consists of primarily laboratory sessions. Emphasis will be placed on safety of both handler and patient during restraint for veterinary procedures. This course teaches the skills of observation, auscultation, palpation, and percussion, as well as general handling practices.