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Veterinary Technology Program
Course Syllabus
Course Title: Vertebrate Anatomy & Physiology II
Course Number: VET-215
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 2
Prerequisites: VET-115
Cours e De s cription:
This course focuses on the basic structures and func t ions of ve rtebrate organ
systems that primarily emphasize those of mamma lia n species. Among the
topics addressed are the integume nta ry, cardiovascular, immune/lympha t ic,
respiratory, gastrointes t ina l, reproduc tive, urina ry/e xcret or y, endocrine , and
immune systems.
Student Learning Objectives:
Upon completio n of this course, the student will be able to:
Identify the parts of the following anatomical systems and state their functio ns :
Cardiovascular; Digestive; Respiratory; Lymphatic; Excretory, Urinary; Endocrine;
Reproductive of male and female; and Integumentary
List the majo r functions of blood
Identify the components of a typical ECG tracin g
Means of Assessment:
The student learning outcomes will be assessed using a variety of assessment
instruments including written exams, demonstration of laboratory skills, quizzes,
laboratory reports, written reports, oral presentations, projects, etc.
Cours e Content:
To enable the stud ent to lo cate, id entify, and compare the var ious body
tissue s and organs of dogs, cats, rabbits, ruminants, ho rses, birds and
reptile s
To teach the student the ways in which organs and body systems functio n and
interact
To provid e the student with an understand ing of the comparative differences in
the dige stive tracts of various domestic animals
To instruct the student in the features and funct ions of the male and female
reproductive tract
To introduce the student to the differe nces between exocrine and endocrine
glands, and the funct ions of each
Cours e M ate rials :
Prima ry :
Colville & Bassert: Clinical Anatomy & Physiology for Veterinary
Technicians, 3rd edition, St. Louis, Missouri, 2016; Elsevier
Colville & Bassert: Clinical Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual for
Veterinary Technicians, St. Louis, Missouri, 2016; Elsevier
Teaching M e thodo logies:
The scheduled topics are covered by a serie s of le ctures combine d with laboratory
practicums and demonstrat io ns. Models and comparative anatomy skeletons will be
utilized, as well as dissectio n of cat cadavers, for teaching purposes. Additiona l ly,
the viewing of videotapes and computerized soft ware programs may be
incorporated.
Lecture Testing and Gra ding Criteria:
Consists of:
10 unit quizzes (30%)
1 comprehens ive final exam (20%)
Exams and Gradin g:
All tests consist only of obje ctive mult iple-choice type, matching, and fill-in
questions.
Labo ra tory Testing and Gra di ng Criteria:
Consists of:
La b Book Exercises (5%)
Midterm (15%)
Final (20%)
Case Stud ies (10%)
Student Accommodations:
Students who require accommodations by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can
request support services from the Office of Specialized Services of Bergen Community
College, Room L-115, Pitkin Education Center, 201-612-5269 or e-mail
www.oss@bergen.edu or link directly to Disability Services. Suggested deadline for
accommodations is posted at this site.
Rules and Regulations Governing Conduct:
Each student is expected to obtain a copy of the Bergen Community Student Handbook and
is responsible for knowing the information included in the Handbook. Copies are available
in the Office of Student Life, the Welcome Center, evening office, and on the Bergen Web
site. You may link directly to Student Life and Judicial Affairs to locate the Student
Handbook. I have also provided a Bergen Link on the left hand side of the Moodle course:
click on Student Life and Judicial Affairs; then click on Student Handbook to access.
In addition, each student accepted in the Veterinary Technology Program is expected to
obtain a copy of the Veterinary Technology Student Handbook and is responsible for
knowing the information included in this Handbook. Copies are available at orientation or
through the program director.
All student and faculty are governed by college rules and regulations. Please refer to the
Student Handbook for information regarding codes of co nduct.
Academic Integrity:
Bergen Community College is committed to academic integrity. All of the work you will
complete in this course will be an individual effort. Exams are administered online and are
“closed book” which means you should not be using any resources during the exam. You
may use a basic function calculator on exams. All other assignments and quizzes are
designed for you to use resources provided in the course. Please refer to the current
Student Handbooks for details related to academic integrity/discipline
Othe r Stude nt Support Service s :
Distance
Learning Offic e
Room C-
334
201-612-5581
psimms@ber ge n.edu
Sma rthink ing
Tutoria l Servic e
On-line www.bergen.edu/librar y/lea rning/t utor/s mar t/ind e x.asp
Stud ent Support
Center
1st floor
(near
Pub lic
Safety)
201-447-7109 option #3
Moodle Help
Desk
1-877-612-5381
Tutoring Center Room L-
125
201-447-7908
Writing Center Room L-
125
201-447-7908
Offic e of
Specialized
Services
Room L-
115
201-612-5269
ossinfo@berge n.edu
Sidney
Silver ma n
Library
Room L-
226
201-447-7436 (Reference Desk)
201-447-7970 (Servic e Desk)
Stud ent Support
Services—
Academic
Advising
A-118 201-612-5480
aacente r@bergen.edu
Internationa l
Stud ent Center
C-102 201-689-7601
Center for
Health,
Wellness &
Personal
Counseling
HS-100 201-447-9257
Veterans Center L-113 201-447-7997
Offic e of
Financia l Aid
1st floor 201-447-7148
financ iala id@ber ge n.edu
Offic e of Pub lic
Safety
L-154 201-447-9200
public sa fet y@ber ge n.edu
Anat omy and Physi ol ogy I I Lec t ure and Lab Schedule
DATES CHAPTERS LECTURE LAB
Week 1 6 -The
Integument
6 The Integument 6 The Integument
Week 2 14- The
Cardiovascular
System
14- The
Cardiovascular
System
14- The
Cardiovascular
System
Week 3 14- The
Cardiovascular
System
14- The
Cardiovascular
System
14- The
Cardiovascular
System
Week 4 15- The
Respiratory
System
15- The
Respiratory
System
15- The
Respiratory
System
Week 5 16-The Digestive
System
16-The Digestive
System
16-The Digestive
System
Week 6 18-The Urinary
System
18-The Urinary
System
18-The Urinary
System
Week 7 19-The
Reproductive
System
19-The
Reproductive
System
19-The
Reproductive
System (Lab
Practicum
Review)
Week 8 No New Material No New Material Midterm
Practicum (In
Lab)
SPRING BREAK SPRING BREAK SPRING BREAK
Week 9 20-Pregnancy and
Lactation
20-Pregnancy and
Lactation
20-Pregnancy and
Lactation
Week 10 12-Blood, Lymph
and Lymph Nodes
12-Blood, Lymph
and Lymph Nodes
12-Blood, Lymph
and Lymph Nodes
Week 11 13-Immunity and
Defense
13-Immunity and
Defense
13-Immunity and
Defense
Week 12 11-The Endocrine
System
11-The Endocrine
System
11-The Endocrine
System
Week 13 21 -Avian A&P 21 -Avian A&P 21 -Avian A&P
Week 14 No New Material No New Material Lab Practicum
Review
Week 15 No New Material Final Exam
(Online)
Final Practicum
(In Lab)