Instructor: Mrs. Gilmore Email: [email protected] Course Description: Students participating in the Veterinary Science course will experience hands-on activities, projects, and problems. While surveying the opportunities available in the veterinary science industry, students learn to solve problems, conduct research, analyze data, work in teams, and take responsibility for their work, actions, and learning. Students will explore topics such as animal care and management, biosecurity, terminology, and reproduction. Resources: Second Edition Cornell Veterinary Science iCEV
Grade(s): Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors Required Platforms and websites:
Students will be expected to check their email once a day.
Students will be expected to check assignments for feedback within 24 hours of submitting.
Students are expected to complete every unit of the course
Students are expected to plan and carry out a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program.
Students will be asked to join the Lawrence Free State FFA.
Students will be expected to meet all deadlines.
Mrs. Gilmore’s Individual Expectations: - Keep an open mind and positive attitude at all times! - You must be READY, RESPONSIBLE, & RESPECTFUL! - Must have a desire to be successful and have fun learning! - Ask three before me!
Grades: Grades will be determined by total pointsearned. However, the following is a breakdown of theamount of work given in each area: 10% Work/Participation 40% Project/Lab Completion 30% Exams and Quizzes 20% SAE Record Book (see end of syllabus for more information)
Course Outline: (can contain but not limited to) Fall Semester: Unit 1 Animals & Society Unit 2 Animals & Research Unit 3 Veterinary Law and Ethics Unit 4 Common Veterinary Equipment Unit 5 Basic Canine and Feline Anatomy Unit 6 External Livestock Anatomy Unit 7 Circulatory and Respiratory Systems Unit 8 Digestive Systems Unit 9 Endocrine, Immune & Integumentary Systems Unit 10 Nervous, Skeletal & Muscular Systems Unit 11 Animal Behavior
Spring Semester: Unit 1 Veterinary Medical Practices: Animal Handling & Identification Unit 2 Veterinary Medical Practices: Vital Signs Unit 3 Veterinary Medical Practices: Blood Samples Unit 4 Veterinary Medical Practices: Injections Unit 5 Mathematical Applications in Veterinary Science Unit 6 Veterinary Medical Practices: Clinical Examinations Unit 7 Veterinary Medical Practices: Laboratory Procedures Unit 8 Veterinary Medical Practices: Hospital Procedures Unit 9 Veterinary Medical Practices: Surgical Procedures Unit 10 Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification Review