VETT 1020 - Applied Anatomy & Physiology-Lecture

Credit Hours: 4.00

Objectives:

1. List each of the positioning terms as they relate to all species.
2. Identify anatomical structures with the proper positioning terms.
3. Describe anatomical structures with the proper positioning terms.
4. Describe specific conditions with appropriate and proper medical terminology.
5. Utilize proper medical terminology in all classroom discussions.

Outcome B: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the anatomy and physiology of the dog and cat.

Objectives:

1. Identify each of the major organ systems of the dog and cat.
2. Describe the purpose of each of the major organ systems of the dog and cat.
3. Identify actual anatomical structures of the dog and cat.
4. List the differences in the anatomical structures of the dog and cat.

Outcome C: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to compare the functions of the structures of all major organ systems in the body of the dog and cat.

Objectives:

1. Identify the differences in the function of the structures of all major organ systems in the body of the dog and cat.
2. Describe the function of each of the structures of all major organ systems in the body of the dog and cat.

Outcome D: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply knowledge of common healthy and diseased structures of the various organ systems in the dog and cat.

Objectives:

1. Identify anatomical or structural abnormalities in the deceased or living dog and cat.
2. Identify functional abnormality as it pertains to the major organ systems in the dog and cat.
3. Describe anatomical abnormalities with appropriate terminology in the deceased or living dog and cat.
4. Describe functional abnormality with appropriate terminology as it pertains to the major organ systems of the dog and cat.

Outcome E: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply knowledge of purebred cat breeds and common abnormal behaviors seen in dogs and cats.

Objectives:

1. Identify purebred cats based on color, markings and fur type.
2. Describe unique physical characteristics of various purebred cats.
3. Describe abnormal characteristics of dogs and cats with behaviora l disorders.
4. Describe abnormal behavior patterns in dogs and cats.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

1. Medical terminology; positioning terms
2. Skeletal system
3. Joint system
4. Cells and Tissues
5. Muscle system
6. Respiratory system
7. Cardiovascular system
8. Digestive system; Dental Care; Nutrients; Metabolism
9. Urinary system
10. Reproductive system
11. Sensory organs system
12. Nervous system
13. Endocrine system
14. Blood, Lymph and Immune systems
15. Cat Breeds and Abnormal Behavior