MCCCD Program Description

Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I

Course: VET150LL

First Term: 2018 Fall

Laboratory 1.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T Lab Load

Description: Laboratory experience in support of VET150. Includes dissection of preserved animal specimens.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify and examine clinically significant anatomic landmarks on dissected anatomic specimens. (I, VI, VIII, IX, X, XIV, XV) 2. Relate anatomic structure to physiologic function using anatomic specimens. (II, IV-XVI) 3. Use dissecting and compound microscopes to classify gross and microscopic anatomic specimens. (III-XVI) 4. Operate and use dissecting instruments in a safe manner. (IV-XVI) 5. Properly store and care for anatomic specimens. (IV-XVI) 6. Perform directed dissections of preserved anatomic specimens. (IV-XVI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Anatomical Terminology A. Anatomical planes of reference B. Positional and directional terminology II. Structural Organization A. Body regions and cavities B. Structural units 1. Cells 2. Tissues 3. Organs 4. Systems III. Use and Care of Microscopes A. Dissecting microscopes B. Compound microscopes 1. Parts and their functions 2. Focusing and slide examination techniques 3. Care and cleaning IV. Subcellular and Cellular Structure and Function A. Microscopic examination of mammalian cells B. Demonstration of membrane permeability and transport V. Tissues and Organs A. Microscopic examination of mammalian tissues B. Laboratory safety and use of dissecting instruments C. Dissection and gross examination of preserved mammalian organs organs VI. Integumentary System A. Comparative anatomy B. The equine hoof C. Horns and antlers VII. Nervous System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Central and peripheral nervous systems C. Somatic and autonomic nervous systems D. Special senses E. Microscopic examination of nervous tissue VIII. Skeletal System A. Comparative skeletal anatomy of livestock animals B. Comparative skeletal anatomy of carnivores and selected laboratory animals C. Structure and function of joints D. Clinically significant anatomic landmarks E. Microscopic examination of bone IX. Muscular System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Clinically significant anatomic landmarks C. Demonstration of physiology of muscle contraction D. Microscope examination of muscle and connective tissue X. Circulatory System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Microscopic examination of blood C. Heart D. Vascular system E. Lymphatic system F. Clinically significant anatomic landmarks G. Microscopic examination of myocardium, arteries, and veins XI. Respiratory System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Demonstration of pulmonary ventilation C. Microscopic examination of lung XII. The Ruminant Digestive System XIII. Non-Ruminant Digestive System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Microscopic examination of gastrointestinal tract XIV. Urinary System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Gender differences C. Clinically significant anatomic landmarks D. Microscopic examination of kidney XV. Reproductive System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Male C. Female D. Clinically significant anatomic landmarks E. Microscopic examination of sperm and ova XVI. Endocrine System A. Dissection of preserved specimens B. Microscopic examination of endocrine glands

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 28, 2017

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