Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
  • Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.

When to Start Taking Classes

It is suggested that you begin taking the courses found in this course sequence starting in a Fall Semester.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

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Fall Semester (Term 1)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Fall Semester (Term 1)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
VET101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology Critical course Gateway course 3
VET101LL Animal Care Skills I Laboratory Critical course Gateway course 2
ENG101 or
ENG107
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL Critical course Gateway course FYC or FYC 3
MAT120 or
MAT121 or
MAT122 or
MAT126 or
MAT150
Intermediate Algebra or Intermediate Algebra or Intermediate Algebra or Intermediate Algebra with Review or College Algebra/Functions Critical course OR MAT150 equivalent or higher course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area.
Note: MAT14+ is not accepted.
None or MA 3–6
FYE101 or
FYE103
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success 1–3

Spring Semester (Term 2)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Spring Semester (Term 2)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
ENG102 or
ENG108 or
ENG111
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL or Technical and Professional Writing FYC or FYC or L 3
CHM130 and
CHM130LL
Fundamental Chemistry and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory SQ in combo w/ CHM130LL and SQ in combo w/ CHM130 4
BIO181 General Biology (Majors) I SQ 4
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 0–3

Fall Semester (Term 3)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Fall Semester (Term 3)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS105 or
BPC110
Survey of Computer Information Systems or Computer Usage and Applications CS or CS 3
VET140 Animal Care Skills II Students must complete this course twice for a total 2 credits. 2
VET150 Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology I Critical course Only offered in Fall 3
VET150LL Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I Critical course Only offered in Fall 1
EQS105 Principles of Equine Science Only offered in Fall at MCC, can be taken at SCC in Fall or Spring 3

Spring Semester (Term 4)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Spring Semester (Term 4)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
VET112 Animal Nursing I 2
VET132 Veterinary Office Management and Client Communication Only offered in Spring 3
VET140 Animal Care Skills II 2
VET151 Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology II 3
VET230 Veterinary Radiology and Imaging for the Veterinary Technician 3
BIO205 Microbiology SG 4

Summer Semester (Term 5)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Summer Semester (Term 5)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
VET250AA Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5
HU Humanities, Fine Arts & Design HU 3
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication SB or SB or L or SB 3

Fall Semester (Term 6)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Fall Semester (Term 6)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
VET200 Veterinary Clinical Pathology Methods 2
VET201 Animal Care Skills III Students must complete this course twice for a total 2 credits. 2
VET210 Animal Nursing II 3
VET220 Veterinary Pharmacology for the Veterinary Technician 3
VET223 Animal Diseases 3
VET250AB or
EQS162VT
Veterinary Technician Internship or Equine Management for the Veterinary Technician 0.5–2

Spring Semester (Term 7)

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Spring Semester (Term 7)
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
VET201 Animal Care Skills III Students must complete this course twice for a total 2 credits. 2
VET235 Veterinary Technician Proficiency 2
VET240 Veterinary Anesthesia, Surgery, and Emergency Nursing 3
VET250AC Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5
VET250AD Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5
ECN100 or
ECN211 or
ECN212
Economics in American Society or Macroeconomic Principles or Microeconomic Principles None or SB or SB 3

Course Area Key

Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.

Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.