Course Descriptions

PHYS 215 - Physics II: Electric & Optics

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

PHYS 220 - Physics III: Atomic Physics

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

PRKM 100 - Orientation to Recreation and Physical Education

PRKM 110 - Introduction to Recreation and Physical Education

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the philosophy, history, scope, and significance of leisure profession.
2. Illustrate application of critical thinking.
3. Identify the academic and career opportunities available in the leisure services profession, and have a working knowledge of how to access these opportunities.

PRKM 130 - Recreation Program Planning

1. Students will understand and apply fundamental concepts, principles, and procedures for the planning, development, and design of recreational programs, resources, areas, and facilities.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the development of a complete lesson plan.

PRKM 145 - Adventure Recreation Programming

1. Analyze and distinguish between various types of Adventure Programming.
2. Analyze the historical and foundational perspectives of Adventure Programming.
3. Analyze the various theories for the types of learning that takes place in Adventure Programming.
4. Explain the types of leadership that take place in Adventure Programming.
5. Evaluate the management aspects of Adventure Programming.
6. Discuss the extensions of Adventure Programming.
7. Analyze various risk management tactics of Adventure Recreation Programs.

PRKM 200 - Design and Development of Park and Recreation Facilities

1. Develop an understanding of the various guidelines that must be addressed as part of facility design and development.
2. Develop an understanding for the necessity of developing a program statement for recreational facilities.
3. Analyze the sequence of operations for development planning and design.
4. Develop an understanding for how facility development (new capital development, renovation or retrofitting of existing structures) is financed.
5. Develop an understanding of the various roles of professional consultants and the means for choosing such consultants.
6. Develop an understanding of the site planning process.
7. Explain the special considerations for designing recreation facilities for persons with disabilities.
8. Demonstrate critical thinking as it relates to overall facility development and operation.

PRKM 210 - Outdoor Recreation

1. Evaluate various techniques for teaching in the outdoors.
2. Explain the roots and growth of outdoor education.
3. Analyze the foundations and goals of interpretation, as well as analyzing the guidelines for planning the interpretive experience and explaining the guidelines for giving interpretive talks.
4. Explain the various tasks involved in campground administration.

PRKM 220 - Park and Recreation Administration

1. Explain the concept of management in general and in terms of recreation, parks, and leisure services in particular.
2. Know the roles, functions and historical perspective of managers.
3. Understand the concept of leadership specific to the area of management.
4. Assess an organizations strengths and weaknesses.
5. Develop effective organizational mission statements.
6. Learn the importance of organizational goals and objectives.
7. Determine the roles of strategic and program planning within the successful organization.
8. Understand the important aspects of personnel management including: job description; recruitment; interviewing, employment law; hiring; training; employee evaluation; rewarding; and employee termination.
9. Appreciate the importance of the financial management and the budgeting process.
10. Identify the various sources of revenue generation and how specific revenue activities are selected.
11. Differentiate between marketing and promotional activities.
12. Understand the components of a public relations program and how to develop a basic public relations plan.
13. Define the roles associated with appropriate facility and event management.
14. Understand the legal aspects associated with recreation management.
15. Assess the importance of legal liability and the risks associated with managing recreation facilities.

PRKM 230 - Parks and Recreation Internship I

1. Understand and apply fundamental concepts, principles, and procedures for the planning, development, and design of recreational programs, resources, areas, and/or facilities.
2. Illustrate application of critical thinking.
3. Identify the academic and career opportunities available in the leisure services profession, and have a working knowledge of how to access these opportunities.

PRKM 251 - Rock Climbing

1. Understand the types, use, and care of equipment used in rope climbing programs
2. Explain basic safety systems used in top-rope site climbing
3. Understand and perform basic climbing and rappelling techniques
4. Properly fit safety equipment and execute proper tie-in knots
5. Demonstrate proper belaying techniques with different belay devices
6. Understand and follow environmental regulations and low impact practices in regard to rock climbing.

PRKM 255 - Park and Recreation Maintenance Management

1. Explain general maintenance principles.
2. Analyze the guidelines for planning and organizing maintenance programs.
3. Evaluate methods of reducing depreciative behavior and vandalism in parks and recreation areas.
4. Analyze the requirements for assuring the protection of visitors, land and facilities at parks and recreation areas.
5. Determine the space and facility requirements for a given maintenance program.
6. Analyze the maintenance tasks that are unique to recreation areas and facilities such as picnic areas, playgrounds, athletic fields, aquatic facilities, beaches, campgrounds, trails, golf courses, recreation buildings, etc.
7. Analyze the maintenance tasks for selected support facilities at park and recreation areas.

PRKM 280 - Service Learning in Park and Recreation

1. Be able to describe the concept of service learning.
2. Develop a working knowledge of outdoor program design and implementation.
3. Develop a working knowledge of outdoor facility work project development and implementation.
4. Plan, design, and implement outdoor educational or recreational programming for the community.
5. Plan, develop, and implement parks and recreation facility work projects.
6. Collaborate with service partners to develop and implement projects and programs.

PRKM 281 - Service Learning in Park and Recreation

1. Be able to describe the concept of service learning.
2. Develop a working knowledge of outdoor program design and implementation.
3. Develop a working knowledge of outdoor facility work project development and implementation.
4. Plan, design, and implement outdoor educational or recreational programming for the community.
5. Plan, develop, and implement parks and recreation facility work projects.
6. Collaborate with service partners to develop and implement projects and programs.

PRKM 285 - NRRS Senior Experience I

1. Student will assist with 100 level adventure recreation courses or community based adventure recreation activities and provide professional level logistical support and instruction for these courses/activities.
2. Student will complete a time control and trip plan for a seven day expedition that utilizes components of the WEAs six core competencies to be implemented in the Spring semester.
3. Student will be able to articulate and model components of select core curriculum competencies during activities and field experiences.
4. Student will be able to articulate and demonstrate navigational concepts for off-trail travel

PRKM 286 - NRRS Senior Experience II

1. Student will assist with 100 level adventure recreation courses or community based adventure recreation activities and provide professional level logistical support and instruction for these courses/activities.
2. Student will complete a time control and trip plan for a seven day expedition that utilizes components of the WEAs six core competencies to be implemented in the Spring semester.
3. Student will be able to articulate and model components of select core curriculum competencies during activities and field experiences.
4. Student will be able to articulate and demonstrate navigational concepts for off-trail travel

PRKM 300 - Recreation and Sport Facility Planning and Management

1. Recognize various facility management theories and concepts.
2. Recognize the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act on facility management.
3. Be able to implement principles and procedures related to the operation and care of resources, areas, and facilities.
4. Recognize implications for developing a risk management plan relative to facilities.
5. Gain an understanding of human resource issues.
6. Be able to develop a facilities operations manual.
7. Be able to complete an annual report for facilities.
8. Recognize various computer applications and software utilized in facility management.
9. Recognize relative individual differences between various facilities and areas.

PRKM 305 - Recreation and Sports Event Management

1. List and describe the professional knowledge, skill, and traits needed for event management careers.
2. Compare and contrast sport vs. non-sport events.
3. List and describe examples of sport tourism.
4. Complete conceptualization, goals, objectives, and planning timeline for a recreational or sporting event.
5. Identify and assess staffing requirements, resources, organization, and management needs fora recreational or sporting event.
6. Identify and define the sections of an event budget.
7. Design a budget for an example recreational or sporting event, and analyze financial impacts of event modifications.
8. Explain the benefits of event sponsorship and identify strategies for securing sponsorship.
9. Identify and describe the characteristics of an effective event marketing strategy.
10. Design marketing, media promotion, and media relations resources for a sample event.
11. List and describe legal obligations of event contracts.
12. Describe and define the process of event risk assessment.
13. List and describe fundamental event risk management considerations.
14. Assess potential event risks and develop a risk management plan to address the identified risks.
15. List examples and explain the purpose of event support services.
16. Analyze event day management needs and develop strategies to address identified needs.
17. List and describe methods of post-event evaluation, sponsor recognition, and media coverage.
18. Develop a post-event action plan for a sample event.

PRKM 310 - Commercial Recreation Management

1. Students will clearly define commercial recreation.
2. Students will recognize historical development of commercial recreation and its impact on modern day offerings.
3. Students will have a working knowledge of the various endeavors that make up the commercial recreation industry and also recognize how these endeavors work together.
4. Students will have a working knowledge of the essential components required for commercial recreation enterprises.
5. Student will to recognize the commercial potential of various recreational facilities.

PRKM 320 - Park and Recreation Management

1. Students will explain the basis for outdoor recreation.
2. Students will explain the values of outdoor recreation.
3. Students will analyze the history of outdoor recreation.
4. Students will analyze the natural resource base for outdoor recreation.
5. Students will explain the value of wilderness and wild-land resources.
6. Students will explain various resource management concepts.
7. Students will evaluate the role of government agencies in the delivery of out door recreation resources and opportunities.
8. Students will evaluate the role of non-government agencies in the delivery of outdoor recreation resources and opportunities.
9. Students will analyze various outdoor recreation planning and management practices.
10. Students will compare and contrast the management of various outdoor recreation facilities and areas.
11. Students will develop a management plan for a given outdoor recreation facility.

PRKM 330 - Recreation for Special Populations

1. Students will be able to define recreation, special recreation, and therapeutic recreation.
2. Students will learn terminology relative to disabilities and special populations.
3. Students will understand disabling conditions and characteristics.
4. Students will be able to recognize barriers to participation for special populations
5. and will be versed in strategies to overcome such barriers.
6. Students will develop leadership skills relative to serving the recreational needs of special populations.
7. Students will develop program plans for special populations.
8. Students will implement various programs for special populations.
9. Students will be able to recognize various resources for use in designing and developing recreational facilities with inclusion in mind.
10. Students will gain practical experience by working directly with special populations.

PRKM 340 - Special Trends in Recreation and Sports Facility Management

1. Advancement of Critical thinking skills.
2. Deeper understanding of operational and managerial practice for Sport Facilities and Events.
3. Enhancement of each individuals ability to productively engage at higher level with the various topics, constructs and paradigms involved in the field.

PRKM 345 - Marketing for Sports Professions

1. demonstrate knowledge about the significance, and the interactive impact, of the ten P’s of the sports marketing mix
2. be able to explain the correlation between a sports product and the five strategic steps of the marketing planning process
3. describe the standard bases of market segmentation
4. be able to apply research methods and approaches most often associated with sports marketing
5. be able to apply marketing techniques to complement event planning
6. be able to identify and provide examples of product positioning, image, and branding, and their role in sport marketing

PRKM 350 - Media and Sport

1. Students will demonstrate comprehension and application of fundamental tactics to work with the mass media in a sports or recreational setting
2. Students will make the correlation between the relationship of media and sport
3. Students will be able to utilize appropriate professional resources to assist with both their interactions and relationship with the mass media in sport and/or recreational settings
4. Students will exhibit an understanding of the various career implications that can be obtained within the mass media in relation to sport and/or recreational programming   

PRKM 360 - Sports Psychology

1. Students will demonstrate comprehension and applicability of fundamental psychological principles and theories in relation to athlete performance, motivation and stability
2. Students will make the correlation between the relationship of psychology and sport
3. Students will utilize appropriate professional Sport Psychology academic resources to aid their investigation of various related topics
4. Students will exhibit an understanding of the various careers that can be pursued within the field of Sports Psychology

PRKM 400 - Pre-Internship for Recreation and Sports Facility Management

1. Students will have built upon their existing industry contacts.
2. Students will researched potential practicum sites relating to their specific area of interest.
3. Students will developed a resume for submission to potential practicum sites.
4. Students will written letters of interest to at least six potential practicum sites.
5. Students will further developed their professional and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
6. Students will have practiced their interviewing skills and techniques.
7. Students will have interviewed for potential practicum placement.
8. Students will have written thank you letters to interviewers.
9. Students will have written acceptance/rejection letters to potential practicum sites.
10. Students will have written practicum goals and objective statements.
11. Students will have begun preparation for practicum experience.

PRKM 420 - Internship for Recreation and Sports Facility Management

1. Students will have been afforded the opportunity to apply recreation, leisure, and management theory, concepts, philosophies, skills, and ideas through practical experience.
2. Students will have further developed their individual planning, leadership, and administrative skills.
3. Students will have built upon their existing practical experience.
4. Students will have been exposed to various nuances of day to day operations of recreation and sports areas and facilities.

PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology I

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the experimental designs and historical background of the discipline of psychology, including theories and principles as they pertain to the individual topics of the course.
    

PSYC 200 - Introductory Psychology II

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the experimental designs and statistics used in psychological research, and current and historic approaches to the discipline. Students will also learn to read and analyze research articles, and demonstrate the ability to write a research proposal.

PSYC 215 - Child Growth & Development

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the experimental designs used in child development research, and the current and historic approaches to the discipline. Students will also learn to read and analyze research articles, and demonstrate the ability to write a research paper.  

PSYC 220 - Social Psychology

1. Under standing of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena,  including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis; and
2. Knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.

PSYC 230 - Abnormal Psychology

1. Under standing of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena,  including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis; and
2. Knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.

PSYC 240 - Adolescent Psychology

1. Under standing of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena,  including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis; and
2. Knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.

PSYC 250 - Language Development

1. Social Science general education requirements: Show proficiency in understanding and applying the basic axioms/principles to demonstrate the explanatory power of psychology by demonstrating a critical knowledge of its major concepts, models and issues.
2. Social Science general education requirements: Exhibit an understanding of the methods used by social scientists, demonstrate an ability to develop a hypothesis related to observable human behavior, and use data appropriate to the discipline to test a hypothesis.  Display an appreciation of, and basic competence in, the mathematical tools and analyses as these apply to psychology.
3. Social Science general education requirement: Demonstrate a critical knowledge of major theories.

Outcomes will be assessed through the use of multiple choice and short answer questions on exams, in class activities, homework and writing assignments, and a research paper.

PSYC 296 - Advanced Study in Psychology - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

PSYC 300 - Organization Psychology

1. Under standing of the methods social scientists use to explore social phenomena,  including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical and interpretive analysis; and
2. Knowledge of major concepts, models and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences.

PSYC 496 - Advanced Study in Psychology - upper division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

REST 190 - Food and Beverage Cost Control

1. Adjust recipe yield and calculate selling price based on different approaches
2. Forecast sales utilizing historical data
3. Display proficiency in developing and analyzing income statements
4. Research and analyze available and emerging cost control technologies
5. Relate food and beverage cost control concepts to actual industry practices
6. List and define procedures for calculating orders and controlling inventory
7. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior

REST 280 - Restaurant Management and Operations

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(CULN 200  or HOSP 235 )

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course is designed to give students a realistic understanding of how to operate a restaurant. Experience is provided in cooking food to order; service; managerial skills; training and supervising employees; purchasing food products; and managerial decision making.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

1. Review and apply the current standards of restaurant operations
2. Collaborate on menu development
3. Demonstrate management skill and apply critical thinking techniques
4. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies
5. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior

REST 290 - Commercial Kitchen Layout and Equipment

1. Apply industry accepted preliminary elements for a kitchen design project
2. Design and sketch a kitchen schematic to scale using predesign criteria
3. Produce supplemental documentation and financial data to support design project
4. Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies
5. Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate professional behavior

REST 310 - Classical Cuisine

1. Students will categorize the many important and valuable contributions of the three French masters in the formation of modern classical cuisine. Students will compare and contrast these three icons of the classical kitchen.
2. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of modern American cuisine, European cuisine and the differences between the two, through quizzes and written examination
3. Students will distinguish the difference between the various types of service and proper table setting techniques as well as table side cookery
4. Demonstrate knowledge of classical cuisine through a comprehensive final exam
5. Discuss the understanding of the journey of classical cuisine through the ages. Students will formulate their own opinion on what classical cuisine actually is and they will argue and defend their stance in group discussions

RFAC 110 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration

1. The students will be able to understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigerant oils, filter driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants

RFAC 120 - Fundamentals of Refrig Lab

1. The student will construct a refrigeration unit that operates and maintains temperature.
2. The student will solve problems with controls such as; relays, electrical circuits, compressors, and defrost timers.
3. The students will observe all safety practices used in servicing refrigeration systems.

RFAC 130 - HVAC Electricity

1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of each electrical component part of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and of the electrical theories necessary to service air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
2. The student will understand and practice the safety procedures to be used in air conditioning and refrigeration service work.

RFAC 140 - Commercial Refrigeration Prin

1. Understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigeration oils, desiccants and driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants.
2. Demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving, and pertinent safety practices.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the equipment and specific topics associated with commercial refrigeration systems.

RFAC 150 - Air Conditioning Troubleshooting

1. Demonstrate knowledge of air-conditioning principles and air-conditioning systems, including room air conditioners, air-conditioning systems, low-voltage thermostats.
2. Apply the knowledge necessary to accurately troubleshoot air-conditioning systems.
3. To develop an understanding of the theory necessary to troubleshoot air conditioning equipment.
4. To develop the knowledge needed in the installation and servicing of a wide variety of air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment and systems in a safe manner

RFAC 160 - Air Conditioning Principles

1. The student will have an understanding of each component part of air conditioners and be able to explain the theory necessary to service this equipment.
2. To develop a workable understanding of each component part of an air conditioning.
3. To develop an understanding of the theory necessary to service air conditioning equipment.
4. To develop an understanding of the safety procedures to be used in air conditioning service work.

RFAC 170 - Refrigeration/AC Sys Operation Lab

1. Understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigeration oils, desiccants and driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants.
2. Demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving, and pertinent safety practices.
3. Understand the basic electricity knowledge necessary for HVAC mechanics.
4. The service-learning outcomes are based on applying course concepts to real-world experience. This activity will be mutually beneficial to both the community and the student and will align with the course objectives

RFAC 220 - Fundamentals of Refrig Lab

1. The student will demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving and pertinent safety practices.
2. The service-learning outcomes is based on applying course concepts to real-world experience. This activity will be mutually beneficial to both the community and the student and will align with the course objectives.

RFAC 270 - Refrigeration/AC Sys Operation Lab

1. Understand and discuss fundamental refrigeration principles, including trade tools, gas laws, pressure/temperature relationship, heat transfer, refrigerants, compression cycle, compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, refrigeration oils, desiccants and driers, evacuation, and safe handling of refrigerants.
2. Demonstrate a hands-on knowledge of the refrigeration system, including skills in servicing, analyzing, problem solving, and pertinent safety practices.
3. Understand the basic electricity knowledge necessary for HVAC mechanics.
4. The service-learning outcomes are based on applying course concepts to real-world experience. This activity will be mutually beneficial to both the community and the student and will align with the course objectives

RFAC 296 - Advanced Study in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

SCIE 105 - Integrated Science

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will apply scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

SCIE 110 - Science in a Modern Society

1. Understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis; and
2. Application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural (or physical) sciences.

SCIE 125 - Exploring Physical Science Applications

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena, including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
2. Students will demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.

SCIE 170 - Intro to Research I

1. Identify potential safety hazards in the lab as well as describe the techniques by which he or she could resolve specific problems produced by those hazards.
2. Use various resources to examine the potential safety or health hazards of chemicals used in the laboratory as well as common substances used for both household and medical purposes.
3. Describe visible and UV spectroscopy on both a theoretical and practical level.  This will include setup, execution, and evaluation of experimental results through the submission of formal laboratory reports.  The student will be responsible for making necessary solutions, running required reactions, using selected UV-visible spectrophotometers, and analyzing results through the use of various computer software packages.
4. Describe optical polarimetry on both a theoretical and practical basis.  In addition, the student will be responsible for making all solutions used in experiments performed, knowing proper techniques for use of the polarimeter, and submitting a formal lab report describing all results.
5. Use a laser to determine the degrees of refraction and diffraction of light.  From that data and other information such as solution concentration and distance between grooves or lines on a surface will be determined.  The student has the responsibility to prepare all solutions, effectively use the laser apparatus, and submit a formal lab report of the work.
6. Describe infrared spectroscopy on both a theoretical and practical level.  This includes both dispersive IR and FTIR techniques.  The student will be responsible for the examination of principally neat organic liquids and solids using both variable and fixed cells.  Once the sample is prepared, the student also will be able to complete the analysis by using infrared spectrophometers previously stipulated and then submit a formal lab report.

SCIE 180 - Intro to Research II

1. Identify potential safety hazards in the lab as well as describe the techniques by which he or she could resolve specific problems produced by those hazards
2. Use various resources to examine the potential safety or health hazards of chemicals used in the laboratory as well as common substances used for both household and medical purposes.
3. Describe infrared spectroscopy on both a theoretical and practical level.  This includes both dispersive IR and FTIR techniques.  The student will be responsible for the examination of principally neat organic liquids and solids using both variable and fixed cells.  Once the sample is prepared, the student also will be able to complete the analysis by using infrared spectrophotometers previously stipulated and then submit a formal lab report.
4. Describe gas chromatography on both a theoretical and practical level.  This will include actual setup, execution, and evaluation of results of experiments using specific gas chromatographs and associated apparatus, reagents, and computer data analysis systems.
5. Describe the techniques and methodologies used in undertaking a research project.  This will include evaluating and using resources, obtaining and interpreting data, and reporting the results of research. 
6. Undertake a research project and write a formal report which would be formatted as if it were to be submitted for possible publication.

SOCI 100 - Introduction to Sociology

1. Students will be familiar with basic concepts associated with group social structure
2. Students will be able to articulate the distinctions in the primary macro- and micro-level theories in sociology
3. Students will identify and distinguish the basic social institutions in societies
4. Students will be able to identify and distinguish among the primary methodologies used by sociologists

SOCI 296 - Advanced Study in Sociology - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

SOCI 325 - Mental Illness & the Criminal Justice System

1. Describe deinstitutionalization and its impact on the mentally ill population and their contacts with the criminal justice system;
2. Summarize the history of the mental health system in the United States;
3. Describe the dynamics linking crime and mental illness;
4. Identify available treatment alternatives for the mentally ill;
5. Identify and describe the legal, procedural, and policy issues associated with a mentally ill person’s contact within each stage in the criminal justice process;
6. Identify and describe the roles of professionals employed in the criminal justice system who have direct contact with individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses;
7. Describe and explain the range of arrest, correctional, treatment, and release options available to individuals diagnosed with mental illness within the criminal justice system.

SOCI 375 - Victimology

1. Define & describe different types of victimization, such as family violence, sexual assault, hate crimes, terrorism and corporate victimization
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the history of victimology
3. Analyze the criminal justice processes at the NYS state and federal level as it relates to victim rights and laws
4. Demonstrate an understanding of current statistics and interoperation of such statistics
5. Evaluate patterns of victimization
6. Define and describe theories of victimization

SOCI 496 - Advanced Study in Sociology - upper division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

SUST 300 - Sustainable Design & Planning

1. Apply the site analysis process to projects of differing scales.
2. Explain key sustainable design and planning concepts including the role of community participation in the planning process.Identify sustainable materials and viable maintenance practices.
3. Compare and evaluate alternative proposals for the tenets of sustainability.
4. Debate sustainable design and planning issues currently affecting NYS and the Catskill Region.

SUST 305 - Energy and Sustainability

1. Students will understand how energy is procured and delivered to the customer. 
2. Students will be able to analyze and understand Coal, Oil, Gas, Nuclear and Hydro Energy Systems and Electric Power Distribution and Transmission Systems.
3. Students will be able to understand alternative energy systems that are sustainable/Integrate the energy sources into the existing infrastructure or electric power system. 
4. Students will be able calculate costs and energy loads, for residential customers. They will be able to calculate the sustainability costs with payback period for various energy installations. 

SUST 480 - Sustainability Internship

1. Students will be able to analyze and quantitatively articulate how something is or is not sustainable, based on its impact on the economy, society, and environment.
2. Students will be able to make sustainable decisions for their own lives and careers based on application, synthesis, and evaluation of available options.

SUST 485 - Sustainability Capstone

1. Students will be able to analyze and quantitatively articulate how something is or is not sustainable, based on its impact on the economy, society, and environment.
2. Students will be able to make sustainable decisions for their own lives and careers based on application, synthesis, and evaluation of available options.

TECH 115 - OSHA 30 Hour Construction

1. Students will be able to identify and abate hazards found in and around a construction site.

UNIV 100 - Freshman Seminar

1. To develop study and time management skills.
2. To develop skills related to goal setting, achievement, and personal well-being.
3. To gain knowledge of academic policies and procedures and general education requirements.
4. To gain knowledge of academic services available.
5. To gain knowledge of student life services and activities and to increase involvement in campus life.
6. To form positive relationships with new and diverse people including fellow students, teachers, and staff.

UNIV 101 - Student Success

1. Student will understand the academic policies and procedures of SUNY Delhi; student code of conduct; and student rights and responsibilities
2. Student will be able to identify and apply the critical study strategies and skills for the course
3. Student will be able to identify and access appropriate academic support resources and programs
4. Student will be responsible for regular participation and attendance in class meetings
5. Student will take advantage of learning experiences outside of the classroom
6. Student will understand and adopt the culture of college level academics, particularly the expectation of self-reflectivity, self-management and high standards

UNIV 300 - Orientation to Online BSN

1. Navigate a typical nursing course and the SUNY learning management system
2. Evaluate and discuss personal time management skills
3. Describe student services available to online RN-BSN nursing students
4. Apply concepts of academic integrity in scholarship
5. Integrate APA formatting and concepts of scholarship into writing

UNIV 301 - Intro to BS Veterinary Technology

1. Familiar with college services that will support their educational and personal goals.
2. Understand the course requirements for the curriculum and develop an academic plan.
3. Familiar with the campus environment and SUNY Delhi’s veterinary technology facilities, faculty and staff.
4. Understand the internship requirements and begin to explore potential internship sites.
5. Apply concepts of academic integrity in scholarship.

UNIV 305 - Study Abroad Preparation Seminar

1. Produce quality completed documents required for travel abroad experience
2. Organize group travel logistics and identify program specific academic requirements
3. Illustrate understanding of Title IX and program rules and regulations
4. Reflect upon destination specific historical and culturally significant data

VETS 104 - Animal Care I

1. The student will understand the maintenance and sanitation of kennel operations in a clinic/hospital setting.
2. The student will understand how to provide safety to personnel and patients in a small animal kennel setting.
3. The student will understand patient observation in a small animal kennel setting.
4. The student will participate in the discussions and treatments of patients housed in the Farnsworth facility.

VETS 115 - Medical Math for Vet Techs

1. Understanding and solving simple arithmetic problems, including fractions and decimals, with or without a calculator.
2. Organizing an equation and calculate an unknown variable accurately.
3. Demonstrating the ability to convert given measurements between American Standard, household, apothecary, and metric measurement systems.
4. Understanding the components of a drug regimen, including pharmacological abbreviations.
5. Interpreting a dose label accurately.
6. Calculating drug doses accurately based on given drug regimen components, as well as the physical form of the drug (i.e. liquid, pills.)
7. Calculating dilutions.
8. Calculating intravenous fluid infusion rates.

VETS 120 - Introduction to Veterinary Science

1. The use of medical terminology and abbreviations used in notes and medical records
2. Will know and be able to identify each of the roles of each veterinary healthcare member
3. Will be able to explain ethical issues and guidelines relevant to the veterinary profession
4. Will be able to discuss and be able to perform job duties under this code
5. Will be able to discuss the occupational health and safety of the veterinary professional
6. Will know the different responsibilities of the veterinary technician in the areas of nursing care, parasitology, laboratory procedures, radiology, pharmacy, and surgical nursing and be able to discuss them.

VETS 131 - Small Animal Care and Nursing

1. Restrain dogs and cats for examination and medical procedures.
2. Demonstrate the ability to perform intramuscular and subcutaneous injections on dogs and cats.
3. Perform a physical examination on dogs and cats. This includes the obtaining of vital signs, use of thermometer, stethoscope, otoscope and ophthalmoscope.
4. Administer medications to dogs and cats including oral, topical and auricle.
5. Administer basic CPR and first aid to dogs and cats.
6. Perform bathing and grooming techniques including ear cleaning, eye ointment, pedicure, bathing, expression of anal glands and clipping.
7. Perform basic filing of medical records as well as accurately recording pertinent clinical data in an animal record.
8. Establish and maintain appropriate sanitation and nosocomial protocols in the veterinary facility.
9. Perform basic medical math calculations.
10. Properly label and dispense medications.
11. Explain the practice of radiation safety and assist in the exposure and development of radiographs.
12. Will be able to assist in with anesthesia induction and maintenance as well as patient monitoring.
13. Discuss the basic principles of core and non-core vaccines of dogs and cats.

VETS 132 - Large Animal Care

1. The student will understand the function farming, the economic importance and understand the structure and components of the meat industry, dairy industry and fiber industry
2. The student will understand the zoological classification of common large animal species, the breeds and proficiently use terminology associated with large animal species.
3. The student will understand the potential risks to self and livestock
4. The student will understand the theory of large animals restraint and plan and rate different forms applied restraint
5. Tie multiple types of knots to ensure an effective set of tools for large animal restraint
6. Understand the basic natural instincts of each large animal species
7. Understand the importance of protecting yourself, veterinary personnel, and clients while handling patients
8. Apply common methods of large animal restraint safely, efficiently, and effectively
9. Identify and know the nutritional requirements and feedstuffs commonly used in large animal husbandry and medicine
10. Know and define the common reproductive procedures and understand the anatomy and physiology related to the reproductive cycle in large animal species.

VETS 160 - Introduction to Research Animal Techniques

1. Discuss the role and importance of animals in the research industry.
2. Describe the guidelines and regulations pertaining to the care of lab animals.
3. Describe the agencies that govern lab animal use and the key parts of the research team
4. Understand the biological data and care needed for each species covered in lecture and lab
5. Demonstrate proficiency in restraint, injection, blood collection and anesthetic techniques in mice, rats, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters
6. Perform the necessary dose calculations and successfully choose/assemble the appropriate equipment for administration of medication/anesthetics
7. Describe the common diseases of laboratory animals and the methods for their control.
8. Describe the principles of husbandry, caging, and housing of laboratory animals.
9. Describe the mating and breeding systems used in the vivarium and the special care required for breeding animals and their litters
10. Describe methods of identification and record keeping in the vivarium.
11. Describe the method of anesthesia and recovery for each of the species studied.

VETS 171 - Pathology and Parasitology

1. Students will learn their role as a veterinary technician, team member, and client educator in a laboratory, clinical, and diagnostic setting.
2. Students will understand the basic process of disease in domestic and companion animals.
3. Students will be able to correlate normal and abnormal animal physiology with pathological conditions.
4. Students will demonstrate the ability to understand the hosts, life cycles, pathogenesis, and diseases caused by common parasites that affect most domestic animal species.
5. Students will effectively be able to identify common internal and external parasites (genus and species) that affect domestic animals.
6. Students will recognize common treatments and protocols used to control common parasites of domestic animal species.
7. Students will be able to perform common laboratory diagnostic procedures to examine specimens.
8. Students will demonstrate the ability to work together in teams for assignments, quizzes, activities, and/or a team project.

VETS 180 - Clinical Physiology

1. Identify different divisions of the cell and understand the functions of the organelles and how they affect the function of the cells, tissues and organs.
2. Understand the electrochemical conduction system of the body and how it is affected by the various electrolytes; Describe how the bodies conduction system affects the transmission of nerve impulses, muscle contractions, and the rhythmic contraction of the heart.
3. Identify the components of the cardiac electrical conduction system and understand how each component affects the cardiac cycle; Describe how the hearts electrical system produces the electro- cardiogram (ECG) and how the physiological processes are monitored (i.e. pulse, heart sounds, blood pressure, ECG).
4. Understand the gross and microscopic processes and function of respiration and the activities of other related physiological processes; Identify the methods by which respiration allows gas exchange to occur and the effects on the bodies function (e.g. acid-base balance).
5. Understand the functions of the physiological processes of components of the digestive tract and secretions of the accessory organs/gland; Describe the digestive processes which lead to the digestion of food and absorption of nutrients in carnivores, omnivores, non-ruminant herbivores, and ruminant species; Describe the physical and chemical processes of digestion and the processes by which the bodies cells/tissues utilize the absorbed nutrients.
6. Understand the functions of the liver and the processes which how these processes aid systemic homeostasis; Describe how liver dysfunction can effect other body systems and functions in the body.
7. Understand the processes involved in urine formation and excretion; Describe how the functions of the urinary system (i.e. the kidneys) affect the other body systems.
8. Understand the effects of the hormones produced by the endocrine structures of the body and how they affect other body systems and help maintain the bodies homeostasis.
9. Understand the processes of breeding and fertilization, pregnancy including the development of the fetus, partuition, and lactation; Describe the differences in reproduction, pregnancy including placention, and lactation in the common domestic species.
10. Understand how disease processes effect the body systems and systemic homeostasis.

VETS 183 - Veterinary Technology Preceptorship I

1. Involve the student in the daily activities which are encountered in a small animal clinical facility.
2. Allow the student the opportunity to experience what the veterinary technology profession encompasses.
3. The student will report on and discuss his/her experience and the relevance of the Veterinary Technology Program courses with the course instructor or other veterinary science faculty or staff.

VETS 196 - Advanced Equine Techniques

1. Basic understanding of equine practices (transport, proper care for stalled patients, ventilation, etc).
2. Recognize complications of recumbent and contagious cases and know how to prevent transmission of infectious disease.
3. Student utilize a case study to assess knowledge learned.
4. Be able to determine lame leg based on video.
5. Be able to describe the components of the lameness exam and the diagnostic test utilized.
6. To describe commonly used procedures and drugs for equine anesthesia.
7. Describe and recognize clinical signs associated with colic.
8. Describe and understand the steps to perform the colic examination including advanced diagnostics.
9. Describe the neurologic examination including what each test determines about the neurologic function of the equine patient.
10. Describe the common neurologic diseases and how they present in the equine patient.
11. Be able to age an equine patient and describe the components of the equine dental examination
12. Describe common equine health procedures and their importance to the horse. Perform basic equine healthcare.

VETS 198 - Prep Vet Tech Preceptorship

1. Each student will understand and practice the elements required to produce a high quality, accurately spelled and grammatically correct, resume and cover letter.
2. Student will understand what personal traits and veterinary technician skills are required to complete a successful preceptorship and ultimately work experience.
3. Students will understand what paperwork they are required to present to their Preceptorship Site and what paperwork is required from them prior to completion of preceptorship requirement.
4. Students must find a summer preceptorship site by the due date.
5. Student will have professional interview skills.
6. Student will understand the language of veterinary medicine.
7. Students will be able to identify what soft skills are and their importance to success in the work place

VETS 203 - Veterinary Technology Preceptorship II

1. Involve the student in the daily activities which are encountered in a small animal clinical facility.
2. Allow the student the opportunity to experience what the veterinary technology profession encompasses.
3. The student will report on and discuss his/her experience and the relevance of the Veterinary Technology Program courses with the course instructor or other veterinary science faculty or staff.

VETS 204 - Animal Care II

1. Complete the daily husbandry activities which may be encountered in a veterinary practice, animal research facility or other allied animal health facility.
2. Participate in public service activities/service-learning in their work and community and apply course concepts to real-world experience; have experience working with clients in a professional setting; and gain the ability to work across differences of background, culture, and personality.
3. Become a team leader when they work in a veterinary practice, animal research facility or other allied animal health facility. Develop and practice interpersonal/working relationships and management skills.
4. Become an active participant in community service activities throughout their life.
5. Communicate effectively, face-to-face, with-in and outside the veterinary field.
6. Provide Environmental Enrichment for caged animals in a veterinary clinic, animal research facility or other allied animal health facility. Students will also be able to provide recommendations for beginning clicker training.

VETS 205 - Clinical Laboratory Techniques

1. Demonstrate the understanding of basic principles of hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, cytology and serology.
2. Discuss the variety of pieces of laboratory equipment used and understand the routine maintenance.
3. Demonstrate the understanding of how to prepare, handle and submit appropriate samples for diagnostic analysis in order to ensure accuracy of results.
4. Discuss proper maintenance and quality control procedures necessary to ensure accurate results.
5. Discuss the gross, chemical and microscopic evaluation of a urine sample.
6. Discuss the necessary analysis that is necessary to complete a CBC.
7. Discuss the variety of coagulation tests and the principles behind them.
8. Discuss the principles of blood chemistries.
9. Discuss and describe blood parasites.
10. Discuss the principles of ELISA and other in-house test kits. See attached

VETS 210 - Clinical Laboratory Techniques Lab

1. Student will be able to accurately perform the basic filing of medical records and lab reports.
2. Student will be able to create and maintain all appropriate facility records and logs in compliance with regulatory guidelines (specifically laboratory)
3. Student will have a commitment to and provide high quality care, throughout their career, for their patients
4. Student will be able to perform patient assessment techniques and properly collect diagnostic specimens for analysis.
5. Student will be able to collect blood using proper technique for the best possible results and without harm to the patient, themselves or others, from a dog, cat, horse or ruminant species.
6. Student will be able to collect an animal patient urine sample that will be able to be used for diagnostic purposes
7. Student will be able to properly collect, process and ship specimens to a referral laboratory for analysis.
8. Student will be able to safely and correctly collect and exam skin scrapings.
9. Student will be able to perform the cross match procedure
10. Students will know how to make certain that safety procedures are in place and followed when preparing diagnostic samples for analysis
11. Student will know how to accurately perform a urinalysis
12. Student will know how to perform all the procedures that comprise a CBC.
13. Student will know how to prepare and stain a blood film. Student will know how to perform all aspects of a microscopic exam of a blood film.
14. Student will know how to accurately perform a buccal mucosal bleeding time, activated clotting time and fibrinogen assay.
15. Student will know how to perform blood chemistry test using the Abaxis Vet Scan.
16. Student will be able to perform and evaluate the results from an ELISA test.
17. Students will be able to accurately perform a culture/sensitivity, gram stain and identification on a milk sample that has an unknown bacteria present.
18. Students will be able to perform these microbiologic procedures/evaluations.
19. Student will be able to safely handle materials that are potentially infected with rabies.
20. Student will be able to complete a basic evaluation of avian and other exotic animal blood films.

VETS 230 - Farm Animal Nursing

1. Basic understanding of large animal practices ( transport, proper care for stalled patients, ventilation, etc)
2. Recognize complications of recumbent and contagious cases and know how to prevent transmission of infectious disease
3. Student utilize a case study to assess knowledge learned
4. Be able to perform a basic physical exam on common large animal species
5. To describe commonly used procedures for most large animal species
6. Describe and recognize clinical signs associated with specific diseases
7. Understand the etiology of the diseases
8. Understand and describe common treatments for disease
9. Know the common scientific names of parasites associated with this species
10. Know the common vaccinations and their schedules associated with these species
11. Describe the basic differences between farm animal digestive systems, describe different feeds used for large animals and name and describe diseases that are caused by or related to nutrition
12. Describe different toxicity categories (plants, feedstuff, other) and recognize clinical signs associated with intoxication with common toxins

VETS 235 - Farm Animal Nursing Laboratory

1. The student will perform physical examinations on all large animal species and record their findings in a medical record.
2. The student will assist in doing common procedures in large animal species.
3. The student will obtain various diagnostic samples from large animal species.
4. The student will demonstrate the ability to perform intramuscular and subcutaneous injections on bovine, equine, ovine, caprine, and porcine.
5. The student will demonstrate the ability to administer oral medications to large animal species.
6. The student will perform a rectal examination on a bovine
7. The student will identify common diet components
8. The student will demonstrate the ability to restrain all large animal species.

VETS 238 - Surgical Nursing and Anesthesia

1. The student will be able to create and maintain surgical, anesthesia, and controlled substance records and logs in compliance with regulatory guidelines
2. The student will be able to establish and maintain appropriate sanitation and nosocomial protocols for a veterinary facility which will include maintaining appropriate disposal protocols for hazardous materials
3. The student will be able to communicate and work with other team members in a professional manner
4. The student will demonstrate, understand and observe legal boundaries of veterinary healthcare team members; interact professionally with clients and fellow staff members; and demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
5. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to prepare medications; label and package dispensed drugs correctly; read and follow veterinarian’s pharmacy orders; recognize groups of drugs, their mechanisms, and clinically relevant side effects; accurately perform appropriate calculations; use weights and measures correctly; safely and effectively administer drugs by common parenteral and enteral routes; be able to explain appropriate routes and methods and when used; demonstrate the ability to accurately record medical information; demonstrate understanding of controlled substance regulations.
6. The student will demonstrate proficiency, when given a drug order, to properly prepare medications for dispensing, including performing accurate calculations and demonstrating compliance with regulations governing prescription drugs versus over-the-counter drugs.
7. The student will demonstrate understanding of regulations governing maintenance of controlled substances log book.
8. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to obtain a thorough patient history; evaluate and record temperature, pulse, respiration, auscultation, hydration status; and collect specimens for diagnostic purposes. Given the characteristics of the patient, the veterinary technician student will be able to safely and efficiently obtain subjective and objective patient data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient’s physical status with minimum stress and maximum safety.
9. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to implement sanitation procedures for animal holding and housing areas.
10. The student will demonstrate proficiency in parenteral administration of medications.
11. The student will demonstrate proficiency in fluid therapy.
12. The student will demonstrate proficiency in applying bandages.
13. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to perform routine dental prophylaxis (manual and machine) and understand client education regarding patient home care.
14. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to administer anesthetic-related drugs by injection, mask, induction chamber or endotracheal tube; place endotracheal tubes in patients when appropriate; utilize clinical signs and appropriate equipment to monitor patient status in all stages of anesthetic procedures; evaluate patient and implement and evaluate pain management protocols; recognize and respond appropriately to patients in compromised states; perform appropriate resuscitation procedures as needed.
15. The student will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to maintain and operate anesthetic delivery and monitoring equipment.
16. The student will demonstrate proficiency in identifying standard soft tissue and orthopedic surgical instruments and knowledge of the following procedures (OHE, C-Section, Orchiectomy, Laparotomy)
17. Given the characteristics of the patient and the surgical procedure to be performed, the veterinary technician student will be able to use medical records and patient identification methods to assure that the patient and scheduled procedures are correct.
18. Given the characteristics of the patient and the surgical procedure to be performed, the veterinary technician student will be able to
    1. Identify the appropriate area of hair to be removed and select appropriate methods to reduce microbial flora on the skin in the area of surgical site in order to decrease the chance of surgical wound contamination.
    2. Understand and utilize appropriate aseptic techniques to assist operative personnel in order to provide maximum safety and benefit to the patient. Assure that anesthetic and post-operative pain management protocols are appropriate to provide maximum safety and benefit to the patient.
    3. Understand and administer the appropriate methods of post-operative care to assure maximum safety and benefit to the patient.
    4. Properly select, wrap and sterilize appropriate instruments and supplies and prepare and maintain the surgical environment to ensure maximum safety and benefit to the patient.

VETS 239 - Surgical Nursing and Anesthesia Laboratory

1. The student will demonstrate the ability to create and maintain surgical, anesthesia, and controlled substance records and logs in compliance with regulatory guidelines
2. Students will demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain appropriate sanitation and nosocomial protocols for a veterinary facility which will include maintaining appropriate disposal protocols for hazardous materials
3. Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying understanding of interpersonal skills and team dynamics in all aspects of team dynamics
4. Students will demonstrate an understand and observe legal boundaries of veterinary healthcare team members; interact professionally with clients and fellow staff members; and demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
5. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to prepare medications; label and package dispensed drugs correctly; read and follow veterinarian’s pharmacy orders; recognize groups of drugs, their mechanisms, and clinically relevant side effects; accurately perform appropriate calculations; use weights and measures correctly; safely and effectively administer drugs by common parenteral and enteral routes; be able to explain appropriate routes and methods and when used; demonstrate the ability to accurately record medical information; demonstrate understanding of controlled substance regulations.
6. Students will demonstrate proficiency when given a drug order, to properly prepare medications for dispensing, including performing accurate calculations and demonstrating compliance with regulations governing prescription drugs versus over-the-counter drugs.
7. Students will demonstrate understanding of regulations governing maintenance of controlled substances log book.
8. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to obtain a thorough patient history; evaluate and record temperature, pulse, respirations, auscultation, hydration status; and collect specimens for diagnostic purposes.
9. Given the characteristics of the patient, the veterinary technician student will safely and efficiently obtain subjective and objective patient data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient’s physical status with minimum stress and maximum safety.
10. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to implement sanitation procedures for animal holding and housing areas.
11. Students will demonstrate proficiency in parenteral administration of medications.
12. Students will demonstrate proficiency in fluid therapy.
13. Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying bandages.
14. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to perform routine dental prophylaxis (manual and machine) and understand client education regarding patient home care.
15. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to administer anesthetic-related drugs by injection, mask, induction chamber or endotracheal tube; place endotracheal tubes in patients when appropriate; utilize clinical signs and appropriate equipment to monitor patient status in all stages of anesthetic procedures; evaluate patient and implement and evaluate pain management protocols; recognize and respond appropriately to patients in compromised states; perform appropriate resuscitation procedures as needed.
16. Students will demonstrate proficiency in their ability to maintain and operate anesthetic delivery and monitoring equipment.
17. Students will demonstrate proficiency in identifying standard soft tissue and orthopedic surgical instruments and knowledge of the following procedures (OHE, C-Section, Orchiectomy, Laparotomy)
18. Given the characteristics of the patient and the surgical procedure to be performed, the veterinary technician student will use medical records and patient identification methods to assure that the patient and scheduled procedures are correct.
19. Given the characteristics of the patient and the surgical procedure to be performed, the veterinary technician student will
    1. Identify the appropriate area of hair to be removed and select appropriate methods to reduce microbial flora on the skin in the area of surgical site in order to decrease the chance of surgical wound contamination.
    2. Understand and utilize appropriate aseptic techniques to assist operative personnel in order to provide maximum safety and benefit to the patient.
    3. Assure that anesthetic and post-operative pain management protocols are appropriate to provide maximum safety and benefit to the patient.
    4. Understand and administer the appropriate methods of post-operative care to assure maximum safety and benefit to the patient.
    5. Properly select, wrap and sterilize appropriate instruments and supplies and prepare and maintain the surgical environment to ensure maximum safety and benefit to the patient.

VETS 242 - Dentistry

1. Student will develop a knowledge base in the fundamental concepts of companion animal dentistry (terminology, anatomy,
2. Student will define dental anatomy of companion animals including teeth and supporting tissues
3. Student will describe the structure of the teeth and supporting tissues.
4. Student will describe the anatomic and Triadan numbering systems of teeth as well as surface terminology
5. Students will list and describe common oral pathology and diseases including neoplastic conditions
6. The student will be able to properly prepare for a dental procedure and should anticipate all outcomes and be able to troubleshoot if problems arise
7. Student will perform a complete dental prophylaxis on companion animals including recording dental pathology.
8. Student will learn how to perform dental radiographs
9. Student will develop interpersonal communication, professional and team working skills
10. Student will demonstrate a knowledge base necessary to communicate to clients regarding the importance of veterinary dentistry and preventative medicine (tooth brushing, prophylaxis, cost of care, dental products)

VETS 245 - Diagnostic Imaging

1. The student will be able to implement and observe recommended radiation safety measures.
2. The student will be able to apply radiographic quality control measures.
3. The student will be able to develop and properly utilize a radiographic technique chart.
4. The student will be able to position and restrain (including anesthesia) dogs, cats, horses, and birds for radiographic studies.
5. The student will be able to modify diagnostic imaging techniques and perform proper restraint (including anesthesia) for mice, rats, guinea pigs, lizards, ferrets, and amphibians.
6. The student will be able to utilize stationary and portable radiographic equipment to expose radiographic film.
7. The student will be able to use the automatic processor to process exposed films to create diagnostic radiographic images.
8. The student will be able to evaluate the film and make any necessary changes to produce a film of diagnostic quality.
9. The student will be able to label, file, and store radiographic film.
10. The student will be able to complete radiographic logs, reports, files, and records.
11. The student will be able to perform one of the following contrast studies: GI series, pneumocystogram, intravenous urogram.
12. The student will be able to perform radiographic techniques utilized in screening for canine hip dysplasia.
13. The student will be able to maintain radiographic equipment and recognize faulty equipment operation.
14. The student will understand the general use of ultrasound equipment.
15. The student will be able to perform a small animal ultrasound guided cystocentesis.

VETS 247 - Exotic Animal Nursing

1. Anatomical and physiologic differences of common exotic species
2. Husbandry of common exotic species
3. Common techniques and procedures specific to exotic animal patients
4. Nutrition requirements of common exotic species
5. Proper restraint of common exotic species
6. Anesthetic techniques for common exotic species
7. Diagnostic sampling techniques for common exotic species
8. Medication Formulation for common exotic species

VETS 250 - Veterinary Clinical Management

1. Know the requirements and process for applying for a license to practice as a veterinary technician in New York State; other state requirements will be discussed.
2. Understand how the New York State Veterinary Practice Act governs what procedures may be legally performed by a veterinarian, a veterinary technician, a veterinary assistant, and other employees in a veterinary practice/animal hospital.
3. Evaluate their personality traits and understand how their personality will effect their co-workers and the work environment.
4. Understand how co-workers age/generation, ethnic background, religion, and other factors may affect a co-workers expectations in others and produce conflict.
5. Understand how to deal with conflict situations and how to manage conflict in a productive manner.
6. Learn how to deal with difficult people and problem behaviors in the work environment.
7. Understand diversity - learn to appreciate, value, interact, and benefit from different cultures.
8. Understand the roles of the members of the veterinary healthcare team in a veterinary practice/animal hospital.
9. Understand the importance of client communications, client education, and ethical client relations
10. Appreciate the significance of the client-patient relationship as it relates to medical treatment, and interacting with a grieving client.
11. Understand how the professional code of ethics, and the practice and the individuals employed personal ethics, will allow the practice to work within the professional legal  constraints. Also will understand methods used to prevent malpractice and negligence.
12. Understand sources of stress, methods that can be used to manage stress, and recognize the signs of burnout and compassion fatigue.
13. Understand what records an animal facility must keep and for how long. Also what records may be shared.
14. Understand methods of inventorying/tracking supplies used in a facility or dispensed to clients.
15. Understand the importance of marketing principals and ethics as it relates to advertising a practices services.
16. Understand the importance of a clearly written resume and interview etiquette.

VETS 255 - Pharmacology and Animal Disease

1. The student will be able to recognize groups of drugs, their mechanisms, and clinically relevant side effects
2. The student will be able to accurately perform appropriate calculations; use weights and measures correctly
3. The student, when given a drug order, will be able to properly prepare medications for dispensing, including performing accurate calculations
4. The student will be able to relay drug information to clients (e.g., handling, storage, administration, side-effects, drug interactions, safety, reasons for use of drug)
5. The student will understand key nutritional factors in selected disease conditions and be familiar with therapeutic foods for these conditions.
6. The student will be able to identify and understand substances that, when ingested, result in toxicities.
7. The student will be able to determine and maintain fluid infusion rates.
8. The student will be able to monitor hydration status.
9. The student will be able to maintain and care for IV catheters.
10. The student will have an understanding of wounds, wound management, and abscess care.
11. The student will understand therapeutic bathing and dipping of small animals.
12. The student will be able to provide nursing care for newborns and orphan animals.
13. The student will able to perform basic nursing care for selected conditions and diseases.
14. The student will be able to properly instruct clients on home nursing care of the patient.

VETS 270 - Applied Clinical Nutrition

1. Explain the principles of physiology of digestion in both the simple stomach and ruminant animal.
2. Explain the fundamental principles of clinical nutrition of domestic animals.
3. Perform calculations for nutrient requirements, cost per feeding analysis, nutrient content of feeds and basic feeding programs.
4. Perform dietary formulations of balanced diets for a variety of species at various stages of life cycles.

VETS 290 - Special Problems

VETS 294 - Livestock Management

1. Demonstrate a knowledge of common procedures
2. Perform PEs and repro exams of multiple livestock species
3. Understand the importance of preventative medicine and management to maintain a healthy herd
4. Understand and perform the AI procedure on bovine
5. Understand need for and perform dehorning and castration
6. Demonstrate knowledge of basic large animal nutrition
7. Understand preventative care of neonates and critical care as needed
8. Apply the knowledge used to complete case studies regarding lab topics

VETS 296 - Advanced Study in Veterinary Science Technology - lower division

1. Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

VETS 305 - Introduction to Public Health

1. Achieve familiarity with the various components of the public health system and understand the basis of prevention through a multidisciplinary effort.
2. Identify careers in public health that are related to students current fields of study.
3. Describe the controversy surrounding public health and how it impacts certain segments of the population.
4. Describe the role and responsibility of government in public health and its division of power among local, state, and national agencies for population health decisions.
5. Describe the role of public health in the medical care system and the challenges in providing accessible and ethical medical care to all citizens.
6. Explain the basic principles and terms of epidemiology.
7. Describe epidemiologic surveillance and understand the ethical considerations and limits surrounding epidemiology.
8. Describe how statistical data is used to influence public health decisions and identify credible resources that provide vital statistics and complete data reports.
9. Explain the burdens of infectious and chronic diseases on morbidity and mortality.
10. Describe how psychological and social factors affect health and influence health-related behaviors.
11. Identify socioeconomic factors that contribute to health disparities and the roles of public health in addressing these disparities.
12. Identify and explain how hazards in the environment affect the population at large and describe the steps public health has taken to remediate and prevent environmental hazards.
13. Describe the measures taken by local, state, and national agencies to prepare for, respond to, and manage natural or man-made disasters and emergencies.
14. Identify public healths most impactful achievements of the twentieth century and identify future challenges for public health as populations continue to grow and there is more demand for resources and medical services.