Veterinary Technology, A.A.S. - VET3
The field of veterinary technology is one of the fastest-growing animal health professions. The Veterinary Technology program at Piedmont Technical College serves a need for qualified veterinary technicians in the mid-state area. The veterinary technician works under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian in a variety of employment settings. The veterinary technician plays a critical role in animal health and the veterinary medical team. The specialized training received will allow the graduate to seek employment in such areas as clinical medicine, laboratory animal medicine, emergency medicine, pharmaceutical sales, food inspection and government agencies.
Courses
- BIO 101 — Biological Science I
- BIO 115 — Basic Microbiology
- COL 103 — College Skills
- ENG 101 — English Composition I
- MAT 110 — College Algebra
- MAT 120 — Probability and Statistics
- PSY 201 — General Psychology
- VET 101 — Animal Breeds and Husbandry
- VET 103 — Veterinary Medical Terminology
- VET 104 — Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
- VET 109 — Veterinary Parasitology
- VET 117 — Animal Nutrition
- VET 140 — Veterinary Pharmacology
- VET 150 — Clinical Techniques I
- VET 152 — Clinical Pathology
- VET 160 — Clinical Techniques II
- VET 180 — Preceptorship
- VET 181 — Preceptorship II
- VET 201 — Diseases and Zoonosis
- VET 207 — Large Animal Clinical Practice
- VET 215 — Laboratory Animal Medicine
- VET 240 — Office Management and Client Education
- VET 250 — Clinical Techniques III
- VET 260 — Clinical Techniques IV
- VET 270 — Advanced Medical Care
- VET 280 — Senior Seminar
- VET 290 — Senior Integrated Learning