VET-127
This course covers the common internal and external parasites of various animal species, as well as basic immunology, fundamentals of disease processes, and common infectious diseases of animals and their prevention. Emphasis is placed on selected laboratory diagnosis of the most common forms of the parasite through fecal, blood, urine, and skin examination. Upon completion, students should be able to identify common parasites and discuss life-cycles, describe basic disease and immunological processes, recognize infections and zoonotic diseases, and discuss prevention strategies, parasite detection, and disease diagnosis.
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Prerequisite:
None
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Corequisite:
None
| Class Hours | 2 |
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| Lab Hours | 3 |
| Clinic, Coop, or Shop Hours | – |
| Credit Hours | 3 |