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VTHT 1001 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology
Practical and didactic survey of the profession of veterinary technology with emphasis on basic techniques, handling and care of domestic animals, and ethical and professional requirements. Class requires participation in lecture and clinical classes. Report to Humane Society of Austin (HSA), 124 W. Anderson Lane on the first scheduled lab class. Contact coordinator at 512.223.7090 for information and dates/times of the required orientation. Prerequisite: Prior to registration for this course, applicants are required to attend an orientation at which time the potential student will be asked to show a copy of their GED/High School Diploma, lift and move a 50-pound object and demonstrate hand-eye coordination. Students who cannot perform tasks or who do not have a diploma/GED will be counseled about challenges they will encounter in the program as well as when seeking employment in the field.
 
VTHT 1005 - Veterinary Terminology
Introduction to word parts, directional terminology, and analysis of common veterinary terms.
 
VTHT 1009 - Veterinary Nutrition
Fundamentals of energy and non-energy producing nutrients and their sources and functions. Integration of concepts including digestion, absorption, and metabolism with application to normal and therapeutic nutritional needs. Prerequisite: VTHT 1001-Introduction to Veterinary Technology, VTHT 1005-Veterinary Terminology, VTHT 1013-Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology or instructor approval.
 
VTHT 1013 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
Gross anatomy of domestic animals including physiological explanations of how each organ system functions. 48-hour didactic component online. Computer software and teleconference orientation will be held during the first lab day at the Cypress Creek Campus. Please contact Coordinator, 512.223.7090 for further information. Computer and internet access required. Cat dissection in lab. Prerequisites: VTHT 1005-Veterinary Terminology or may be taken concurrently. An orientation via telephone conference with the online instructor is required. The student should be at a computer and have their ACCeID and password available.
 
VTHT 1025 - Pharmacological Calculations
Skill development in calculating oral and parenteral drug dosages using metric and standard units.
 
VTHT 1041 - Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assistance
In-depth application of surgical, obstetrical, and anesthesia techniques including identification and use of instruments and equipment. 32-hour didactic component. Prerequisites: VTHT 1001-Introduction to Veterinary Technology, VTHT 1005-Veterinary Terminology, VTHT 1013-Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology, VTHT 1049-Veterinary Pharmacology and VTHT 2023-Veterinary Clinical Pathology I or instructor approval.
 
VTHT 1049 - Veterinary Pharmacology
Fundamentals of pharmacology including recognition, calculation, labeling, packaging, and administration of common veterinary drugs, biologics, and therapeutic agents. Discussion of normal and abnormal responses to these agents. Prerequisite: VTHT 1001-Introduction to Veterinary Technology, VTHT 1005-Veterinary Terminology, VTHT 1013-Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology or instructor approval.
 
VTHT 1066 - Practicum: Veterinary Technician
An intermediate or advanced type of health professions workbased instruction that helps students gain practical experience in the discipline, enhance skills, and integrate knowledge. The emphasis is on practical work experience for which the student has already acquired the necessary theoretical knowledge and basic skills. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional, generally a clinical preceptor. Prerequisites: Must have completed all course work or may be taken concurrently with VTHT 1041-Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Assistance and VTHT 2001-Canine and Feline Clinical Management.
 
VTHT 2001 - Canine and Feline Clinical Management
Survey feeding, common management practices, and care of canines and felines in a clinical setting. Review of common diseases of canines and felines encountered in the practice of veterinary medicine. Prerequisite: VTHT 1001-Introduction to Veterinary Technology, VTHT 1013-Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology, VTHT 1049-Veterinary Pharmacology, VTHT 2023-Veterinary Clinical Pathology I or instructor approval.
 
VTHT 2023 - Veterinary Clinical Pathology I
In-depth study of hematology and related chemistries with emphasis on lab procedures. Prerequisite: VTHT 1001-Introduction to Veterinary Technology, VTHT 1005-Veterinary Terminology, VTHT 1013-veterinary Anatomy and Physiology or instructor approval.
 
VTHX 3001 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology/ Pre-Lab
Required skills practice for safe management of animals and clinical techniques on mannequins prior to the live animal lab session at Austin Humane Society.