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• ADVS 1110: Introduction to Animal Science (BLS)

  3.00 Credits

  
  Students study the influence and contributions of animal production and its commodities toward society. This course introduces scientific principles of animal science, livestock production systems, and contemporary issues, as well as professions and careers in animal agriculture and veterinary sciences.
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• ADVS 1200: Basic Horsemanship Skills

  3.00 Credits

  
  This course focuses on the necessary elements of horsemanship for the beginning equine student.
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• ADVS 1600: Riding Fundamentals I

  3.00 Credits

  
  Lectures explore the theory necessary to be a successful rider. Students study the use of natural and artificial aids with hunt seat and western-style riding. In riding labs, students develop their riding skills and understanding of riding theory.
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• ADVS 2000: Introduction to Veterinary Technology

  1.00 Credits

  
  This course introduces the fundamentals of veterinary technology and its relationship to veterinary practice. Topics include career opportunities, professional ethics, veterinarian-client-patient-relationships, client communication, practice management and economics, public health, and regulatory agencies.
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• ADVS 2010: Companion Animal Science and Management

  2.00 Credits

  
  This course teaches the principles of the care and management of companion animals, including breeds, anatomy, physiology, behavior, nutrition, infectious diseases, non-infectious diseases, parasites, and animal welfare issues. Corequisite:    ADVS 2015
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• ADVS 2015: Companion Animal Science and Management Laboratory

  1.00 Credits

  
  This laboratory course provides hands on practical experience in animal behavior, comparative anatomy and physiology, nutrition, infectious and non-infectious diseases, and animal welfare issues. Corequisite:    ADVS 2010
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• ADVS 2020: Companion Animal Nursing

  2.00 Credits

  
  This course introduces the skills required by a veterinary nurse to care for the companion animal patient. Emphasis is on the administration of medical terminology, medication, surgical nursing, and basic and critical care nursing skills Corequisite:    ADVS 2025
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• ADVS 2025: Companion Animal Nursing Laboratory

  1.00 Credits

  
  This laboratory course provides hands on practical experience in veterinary facility maintenance and sanitation, basic nursing skills, sterile techniques, and surgical nursing skills. Corequisite:    ADVS 2020
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• ADVS 2030: Exotic and Laboratory Animal Health and Care

  1.00 Credits

  
  This course provides an overview into the study of exotic and laboratory animals. Topics include husbandry, nutritional requirements, common diseases, and nursing care. Corequisite:    ADVS 2035
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• ADVS 2035: Exotic and Laboratory Animal Health and Care Laboratory

  1.00 Credits

  
  This course provides practical experience in restraint, drug administration, sample collection, and other nursing techniques with laboratory and exotic animals. Corequisite:    ADVS 2030
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