Lab: 20 hours/semester
This is a lab-based course. Practical skills will be practiced and evaluated in-person using models, cadavers and biological samples.
Transfusion medicine:
- cross-matching
- blood-typing
- coagulation tests
Urinalysis:
- urine sample handling techniques
- urine specific gravity
- biochemical analysis
- sediment examination
Microbiology:
- sample collection
- culture media use
- staining techniques
Cytology:
- sample collection and preparation
- sample evaluation
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- demonstrate laboratory essential skills as designated by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association;
- perform veterinary cross-matching and blood-typing procedures;
- safely handle and prepare urine samples for analysis;
- perform a complete urinalysis;
- collect from, prepare and evaluate samples for cytology, from common areas such as ear, vagina and skin;
- culture microorganisms using standard culture media;
- stain microorganisms using standard stains such as gram stain and diff quick.
Assessment will be in accordance with the ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½Evaluation Policy. The instructor will present a written course outline listing specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester.
In order to achieve a grade of C (or higher) in the course, students must:
- demonstrate competency (a performance of 60% or higher) in an evaluation of each of the assigned essential skills
- attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled hours in lab
Evaluation will be based on:
Practical evaluations: 60-80% (no single evaluation worth more than 20%)
Attendance and participation: 20-40%
Total: 100%
Consult the ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. Example textbooks and materials may include:
- Sirois, M. (Current Edition). Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians. Elsevier.
Students in the Veterinary Technology program are required to maintain a minimum grade of C in all courses in order to progress in the program.
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