Veterinary Technology SLOs

Course Number	Course Name	Objectives
AGOR 14	Advanced Landscape Design	Students completing this course will be technically proficient at computer aided design (cad) Students successfully completing this course will be able to make a professional landscape design presentation to a customer
AGAG 91	Agricultural Calculations	Completers will be able to calculate the area of a pasture to determine acreage, fertilizer and seed quantities Calculate the amount of cement, sand, and gravel to mix concrete of a given area
AGHE 86	Anat & Phys of Domestic Animals	Students completing AGHE 86 will be able to describe the functions of the major organ systems of various domestic animal species Students completing AGHE 86 will be able to identify various clinically relevant anatomical structures of domestic animals. Students completing AGHE86 will be able to describe the flow of blood through the body.
ASCI 94 (VOC)	Animal Breeding	Course completers should be able to recognize major breeding systems for domestic animals Course completers should be able to recognize & discuss current topics dealing with artificial insemination, embryo manipulation and reproductive biotechnology
ASCI 51 (VOC)	Animal Handling and Restraint	Students completing this course will be able to demonstrate the correct restraint method for canine jugular venipuncture. Students completing this course will be able to correctly place a halter on a horse.
ASCI 2 (VOC)	Animal Nutrition	Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of positive and negative aspects of nutritional supplements and additives. 70% Students will demonstrate an understanding of nutritional requirements of various life stages of the canine with 70% accuracy. 80% of the students will be able to formulate a ration for a livestock animal, utilizing the Parson Square Method.
ASCI 96 (VOC)	Animal Sanitation and Disease Control	Students will demonstrate an understanding of key nutritional factors that would influence disease conditions. Students will be able to describe appropriate sanitation procedures for animal confinement areas. Students will be able to identify poisonous plants that are commonly poisonous to animals.
ASCI 1 (VOC)	Animal Science	Course completers should be able to identify the common species & breeds of livestock Course completers should be able to discuss the major current agricultural industry issues
AGHE 84B	Applied Animal Health Procedures	Students completing 84B will be able to administer a subcutaneous injection to a food animal patient. Students completing AGHE84B will be able to administer a liquid medication to a food animal patient. Students completing AGHE84B will be able to administer a bolus medication to a food animal patient. At the completion of AGHE84B the student will be able to perform a jugular venipuncture on a food animal patient Students completing AGHE 84B will be able to administer a intramuscular injection in a food animal patient.
ASCI 97 (VOC)	Artificial Insemination of Livestock	Course completers will be able to demonstrate the proper procedural steps of artificial insemination on various livestock species. Course completers should be able to recognize major breeding systems for various livestock species.
ASCI 76 (VOC)	Aviculture - Cage and Aviary Birds	Students completing this course will be able to assess the difference between normal and abnormal avian behavior. Students will be able to explain and diagram the necessary aviary for a specific breed of bird.
ASCI 30 (VOC)	Beef Production	Course completers should be able to identify all common beef breeds Students who complete this course will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation.
ASCI 71 (VOC)	Canine Management	The student will describe the most common canine diseases, explain the symptoms and identify the proper preventive vaccinations. Students will prepare and present an oral report in class on a certain breed of dog, the presentation will be evaluated by set criteria. Students will be able to identify various canine behavioral problems and suggest corrective treatment.
AGHE 62A	Clinical Pathology	72% Student will perform a proper direct and fecal float exam for parasite eggs 72% of Students will properly perform a CBC with a differential slide
AGHE 62B	Clinical Pathology	72% Students will perform a bacteria sample 4 quadrant plating and then gram stain 72% of Student will perform a complete urinalysis including a specific gravity, multi-reagent strip and sediment exam.
AGOR 56 (VOC)	Engine Diagnostics	Students completing this course will learn to identify and apply practical application of tools and equipment used for proper diagnosis of various engine types and the systems involved. Students completing this course will learn the seven basic steps essential to proper engine diagnosis.
ASCI 12 (VOC)	Exotic Animal Management	Students in the Exotic animal class will analyze and differentiate between the different types of pet bird species and their species specific husbandry requirements. Students in the Exotic animal class will analyze and differentiate between the different types of pet reptile species and their species specific husbandry requirements.
ASCI 72 (VOC)	Feline Management	Students will search the internet and other sources to create an oral presentation on a domestic or wild breed of cat. This presentation will be evaluated by set criteria Students will be able to identify fifteen purebred breeds of cats when given a slide show quiz, which will be evaluated by set criteria.
AGAG 1 (VOC)	Food Production, Land use and Politics - A Global Perspective	Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the interdependence of world agriculture systems. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to prepare and present an argument in favor of, or in opposition to, a variety of controversial topics in the arena of agriculture. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to formulate possible solutions to the conflicting demands for land use between suburban development and agriculture. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to give a brief, coherent presentation of their current event summary in front of the class. GEO - Students completing relevant assignments in Area D2 courses will analyze the relationship between social, political, and/or economic institutions and human behavior. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to discuss the impact that the endangered species act has on current agricultural practices. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to explain how water issues impact world agriculture Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to evaluate the sustainability of current food production systems. Students completing AGAG 1 will be able to identify and describe the key elements in sustainable agriculture.
ASCI 20 (VOC)	Horse Behavior and Training	Course completers will describe correct methods for handling young horses. Students completing AGLI 20 will understand the foundations of training common to multiple disciplines. Students completing AGLI 20 will understand how horses learn.
ASCI 19 (VOC)	Horse Hoof Care	Students completing this course will be able to identify the major functional structures of the equine lower limb. Students completing AGLI 19 will be able to identify various diseases of the foot. Students completing AGLI 19 will be able to describe common methods of corrective shoeing and their uses.
ASCI 16 (VOC)	Horse Production and Management	Students completing ASCI 16 will be able to follow the vaccination schedule recommended by the American Association of Equine Practitioners. Students completing AGLI 16 will be able to explain the structural changes that occurred during the evolution of the horse. Students completing AGLI 16 will be able to distinguish between different breeds of the modern horse.
ASCI 18 (VOC)	Horse Ranch Management	Course completers will develop and implement a health plan for a breeding program with the resources available. Course completers will explain laws and legislations regulating horse farms and businesses. Students completing AGLI 18 will be able to develop a business plan for a proposed equine facility.
AGOR 1 (VOC)	Horticultural Science	Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain concepts related to plant structure and function. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe climatic and microclimate interactions and how they influence plant growth. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain how different types of soils can be managed to improve plant growth Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate common landscape practices. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to demonstrate proper planting and transplanting methods. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate nursery stock for structure and health. Students will be able to explain the elements of plant selection. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe the basic concepts of landscape design. • Students will be able to explain concepts related to plant classification and nomenclature. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe common horticultural careers. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to define common horticultural terms. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain photosynthesis, respiration, and translocation. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain the standard plant propagation methods. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to correctly identify the nutrients required to correct nutrient deficiencies in plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate various pruning practices and applications for common plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe sexual and asexual reproduction in plants. GEO- Students completing relevant assignments in Area B courses will evaluate the impact of science on their daily lives. Students will be able to diagnose common plant diseases and the effects of garden pests. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe the correct application of fertilizers. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to identify major nutrient deficiencies in plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to determine the water needs of plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to choose irrigation practices for conserving water and encouraging plant health. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to differentiate between different types of soils.
AGOR 24 (VOC)	Integrated Pest Management	Course completers will be able to formulate and implement a complete Integrated Pest Management program for a specific site. Students successfully completing this course will be able to demonstrate knowledge of Laws and Regulations of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Successful completers will be able to identify local pests and disorders of trees, turf, and ornamental landscapes. Students completing AGOR 24 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation
AGOR 15 (VOC)	Interior Landscaping	Students will be able to identify common species and varieties of interior plants. Students will be able to select appropriate interior plants for given site conditions. Students completing AGOR 15 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation. Students will be able to explain the basic design concepts for interior landscaping. Students will be able to create and maintain an interior landscape. Students will be able to analyze the needs of the client and the proposed interior landscape site. Students will be able to explain the role and characteristics of different types of soil media commonly used in interior landscaping. Students will be able to explain the impacts of temperature on interior plants. Students will be able to explain the impacts of air quality and humidity on interior plants. Students will be able to determine water needs of interior plants. Students will be able to select an appropriate lighting system for a given situation Course completers will be able to recognize and explain the benefits of plants in the interior. Students will be able to compare different types of lighting systems for interior plants. Students will be able to identify the common types of plants used in interior landscaping, and their origins. Students will be able to describe elements of the history of interior landscaping. Students will be able to assess pest and disease problems on interior plants. Students will be able to develop a maintenance plan and schedule. Students will be able to explain the impact of light on plants. Course completers will be able to interact with clients in a professional manner. Course completers will be able to identify and explain appropriate irrigation practices for interior applications.
AGHE 79	Laboratory Animal Medicine and Care	Students will be able to correctly describe animal husbandry techniques for given laboratory animals. Working in groups students will develop a protocol for biomedical study Students completing this course will be able to properly demonstrate how to restrain laboratory rodents.
AGOR 71 (VOC)	Landscape Construction Fundamentals	Identify and correctly use the proper tool needed for landscape projects. Understand basic electrical concepts for low voltage landscape lighting projects Students will prepare site and properly install bricks on sand for a walkway project.
AGOR 13 (VOC)	Landscape Design	Students completing AGOR 13 will be able to demonstrate competency in one on one customer relations. Course completers will be able to evaluate a site and develop a functional design that meets client criteria Students completing AGOR 13 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation.
AGOR 72 (VOC)	Landscape Hardscape Applications	Completers will calculate electrical loads for a low voltage lighting system. Student will design and estimate materials needed for a block wall project.
AGOR 62 (VOC)	Landscape Irrigation - Design and Installation	Identify the proper components of a efficient automatic irrigation system Course completers will be able to evaluate a site and develop a functional design that meets client criteria
AGOR 64 (VOC)	Landscape Irrigation - Drip and Low Volume	Course completers will be able to evaluate a site and develop a functional drip/low flow design that meets client criteria Completers will be able to install a proper drip irrigation system. 70% of the completers will be able identify basic components used for drip installations
AGOR 63 (VOC)	Landscape Irrigation Systems Management	Completers will be able to properly repair a PVC piping system used in Irrigation. Students will be able to determine the distribution uniformity of an irrigation system.
AGOR 32 (VOC)	Landscaping and Nursery Management	Demonstrate a work ethic appropriate to the plant production industry. Students completing AGOR 32 will be able to demonstrate good customer relations skills. Students completing this course will be able to explain the organizational structure of the nursery industry.
AGOR 73 (VOC)	Landscaping Laws, Contracting, and Estimating	Students completing AGOR 73 will be able to organize and estimate labor and materials needed to complete a landscape project Students successfully completing this course will be able to compose suitable mission and vision statements for their fictitious or actual businesses. Students completing AGOR 73 will be able to prepare and implement a Home Improvement Contract.
ASCI 34 (VOC)	Livestock Judging and Selection	Course completers will be able to give a professional quality oral set of reasons for any live animal livestock class. Course completers will be able to identify all the proper external parts of any livestock species.
AGHE 60	Medical Nursing and Animal Care	75% Students will place an intravenous catheter in the cephalic vein 75% Student will properly place a robert jones bandage for fracture splinting
AGOR 29 (VOC)	Ornamental Plants - Herbaceous	Course completers will be able to explain the binomial method of plant nomenclature. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to identify common herbaceous landscape plants using physical features of leaf, stem, flower, fruit, and growth habit. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to explain growth habits and requirements of common landscape plants. Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to identify botanical terms (plant identification terminology) as related to various plant parts and structures. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to summarize the various uses of plants as related to landscape and garden applications.
AGOR 30 (VOC)	Ornamental Plants - Trees and Woody Shrubs	Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to identify common landscape trees and woody shrubs using physical features of leaf, bark, flower, fruit, and growth habit. Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to explain growth habits and requirements of common landscape plants. Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to summarize the various uses of plants as related to landscape and garden applications. Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to identify botanical terms (plant identification terminology) as related to various plant parts and structures. Course completers will be able to explain the binomial method of plant nomenclature.
AGOR 35	Ornamental Plants for Southwest Climates	Course completers will be able to identify common landscape plants for southwest climates Course completers will be able to explain the binomial method of plant nomenclature
AGOR 5 (VOC)	Park Facilities	Course completers will be able to successfully develop a maintenance plan for a park facility Students will be able to evaluate the safe and functional use of equipment, materials and procedures necessary for the proper layout, operation, maintenance and repair of park structures, playground apparatus, campground and surfaced areas.
AGOR 4 (VOC)	Park Management	Students completing this course will be able to adequately demonstrate why maintenance management plans are essential to the management and operations of a park system. Students completing this course will be able to summarize policies regarding recreational activities, park planning and facility operations.
ASCI 70 (VOC)	Pet Shop Management	Students will be able to sketch out a working pet shop layout and label different items such as animal cages, product merchandising, and cashier station. Students will be able to merchandise over 25 different pet industry products in a small pet shop environment.
AGOR 2 (VOC)	Plant Propagation/Greenhouse Management	Students completing AGOR 2 will be able to demonstrate a work ethic appropriate to the plant production industry. Course completers will be able to demonstrate commercial plant propagation techniques used in the nursery industry. Students completing AGOR 2 will be able to Identify, use, and maintain common propagation and nursery tools and equipment. Course completers will be able to integrate proper sanitation and disease prevention procedures Course completers will be able to formulate growing media that is appropriate for use in propagation of plants.
ASCI 74 (VOC)	Reptile Management	Students will be able to offer a presentation regarding one North American Reptile including habitat and characteristics. Students will present a 10 minute visual presentation on a specific reptilian disease in front of the class.
AGHE 85	Seminar in Registered Veterinary Technology	The students will become proficient in taking computer based testing The students who successfully complete this class will pass the examinations
ASCI 17 (VOC)	Sheep Production	Students completing AGLI 17 will present on a specific facet of the sheep industry. Students will be able to identify major meat and wool breeds of sheep.
AGOR 53 (VOC)	Small Engine Repair I	Students completing the course will learn engine disassembly, evaluation of components, and reassembly of small air-cooled gasoline engine Students completing the course will learn component and tool identification
AGOR 50 (VOC)	Soil Science and Management	Course completers will be able to evaluate the soil conditions at an existing site and make specific recommendations for the immediate and long-term correction of all problems Course completers will be able to predict the potential effects that certain chemical and physical properties of soils will have on overall plant health. Course completers will be able to identify and explain all aspects of a standard soil test.
AGAG 99	Special Projects in Agriculture	Students successfully completing this course will be proficient in communicating with the project 'customer' Students successfully completing this course will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the learning objectives outlined for the specific project.
AGOR 40 (VOC)	Sports Turf Management	Course completers will be able to assess the use of artificial surfaces for sports areas and present an argument in favor of, or in opposition to, the use of artificial surfaces. Students completing AGOR 40 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation. Course completers will be able to formulate and propose an all-inclusive management program for a sports turf area Course completers will be able to formulate and propose an all-inclusive management program for a sports turf area
AGHE 61	Surgical Nursing	75% Students will properly gown and glove sterilely for surgery 75% of the Students will properly connect and set up an anesthesia machine and monitor anesthesia for an 75 dog
ASCI 14 (VOC)	Swine Production	80% of course completers should be able to identify all common breeds of swine with a 70% accuracy. Course completers will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation
AGOR 51 (VOC)	Tractor and Landscape Equipment Operations	Students completing this course will be able to demonstrate fundamentals of operating tractors and equipment covered in class Students completing this course will be able to demonstrate safe operational skills and practices when operating tractors and other equipment
ASCI 73 (VOC)	Tropical and Coldwater Fish Management	Students will be able to identify 7 different species of fish (both tropical and coldwater). Students will be able to write down the appropriate feed necessary for two different species of fish (one tropical and one coldwater). Students will be able to identify 20 different species of fish (both tropical and coldwater).
AGOR 39 (VOC)	Turf Grass Production and Management	Course completers will be able to formulate and implement a complete Turf Management program for a specific site. Students completing AGOR 39 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation. Course completers will be able to identify common turf species and describe their uses
AGOR 75 (VOC)	Urban Arboriculture	Students completing AGOR 75 will be able to describe the environmental, economic, aesthetic, and social benefits of trees. Students will be able to describe various physiological disorders and injuries caused by living and nonliving disorders that can affect trees. Students will be able to describe the process for assessing trees for health and safety. Students will be able to explain how trees respond to pruning and the effects of severe pruning. Students will be able to explain different methods of fertilizer application and their advantages and disadvantages. Students will be able to explain the importance of proper irrigation for trees in urban landscapes. Students will be able to explain the relationship among soil moisture, absorption of essential elements, and plant growth. Students will explain how water, minerals, and nutrients are necessary for tree health and growth. Students completing this course will be able to demonstrate proper pruning skills for pruning woody trees and shrubs. Students will be able to describe the various costs associated with establishing and maintaining landscape trees, and how value can be placed on the urban forest as a resource. Course completers will be able to demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Students will be able to identify appropriate safety standards, equipment, and techniques for use in arboriculture practices. Students will be able to explain the nutritional needs of trees. Students completing this course will be able to describe methods used to protect trees during construction. Students completing this course will be able to explain how using proper installation techniques can improve survival chances and accelerate establishment. Students completing this course will be able to describe the proper procedures and techniques used to plant and transplant trees. Students completing this course will be able to explain what to look for in selecting healthy, vigorous planting stock. Students completing this course will be able to describe the various physiological disorders and injuries that can affect trees, and the concept of Compartmentalization of Decay in Trees (CODIT). Students completing this course will be able to describe the formation of woody stems and the mechanics of trees. Students will be able to explain concepts related to basic tree physiology. Students will be able to describe the basic composition and function of a tree’s vascular system.
AGHE 54	Veterinary Office Procedures	Students completing AGHE 54 will be able to define medical terms used in veterinary medicine. Students will be able to generate a medical record for a veterinary patient. Students completing AGHE 54 will be able to communicate effectively with clients who will be experiencing different stages of grief due to pet loss.
AGHE 64	Veterinary Pharmacology	Students will correctly calculate 10 standard drug calculations used in the hospital situation Student will identify the different trade names of different generic drugs
AGHE 65	Veterinary Radiography	Students will properly develop a radiographic film from both the manual dip tank and automatic processor Students will perform a proper radiograph of the canine thorax, including measurement, collimation and viewing
ASCI 59	Work Experience in Agriculture	Employers of Agricultural Sciences Work Experience Students will rate them at 85% or higher for their work habits as above average. Employers of Agricultural Science Work Experience Students will rate the technical skills of their students as above average.
AGHE 83A	Work Experience in Animal Health	Employers of Animal Health Work Experience Students will rate the technical skills of their students as above average. Employers of Animal Health Work Experience Students will rate the work habits of their students as above average. Students of the Registered Veterinary Technology Program will demonstrate professional conduct in the industry
AGOR 91	Work Experience in Nursery Operations	Employers of HorticultureWork Experience Students will rate the technical skills of their students as above average. Employers of Horticulture Work Experience Students will rate the work habits of their students as above average.