VET 2106 Comparative Anatomy & Physiology
Discussion of the Anatomy and Physiology of all major systems in mammalian, reptilian, and avian species. Special attention will be paid to anatomy and physiology as it pertains to common diseases encountered in companion and production animals. Proper use of medical and common terminology when discussing animal anatomy. This is a hybrid course in which some material will be presented online for the student, while discussion of more difficult material will be done in the classroom.
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Veterinary Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: Yes
Prereqs: NONE Restricted to Majors or Approval of Department
Outcomes
- Discuss and demonstrate understanding of the similarities and differences as it pertains to the Anatomy and Physiology of Avian and Reptilian species in comparison to mammalian species.
- Discuss and demonstrate understanding of the similarities and differences of systemic anatomy of all mammalian species.
- Discuss and demonstrate understanding of the similarities and differences of systemic physiology of all mammalian species, particularly as it relates to common diseases and animal care.
Credit Hours: 3
Classroom Hours: 3