VBMS 210.7
Anatomy
Q1&2(2L-4P),Q3&4(3L-4P)

A general introduction to the anatomy of the common domestic species with emphasis on areas of particular functional and clinical significance or biological importance.

VBMS 211.4
Histology
Q1(3L-4P),Q2(3L-4P)

A general overview of the microscopic and ultrastructural anatomy of vertebrate cells, tissues and organs emphasizing functional relationships.

VBMS 212.3
Neuroscience
Q3(2L-1P),Q4(4L-2P)

A study of the structure and function of the nervous system of domestic animals with emphasis on general clinical applications.

VBMS 213.2
Embryology
Q1&2(2L-1P)

Emphasizes the study of embryonic development, including organogenesis and congenital anomalies.

VBMS 221.8
Physiology I
Q1(3L-1P), Q2(2L-4P), Q3(3L-5P), Q4(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the D.V.M. program or permission of the instructor.

The function of the physiological systems of mammals is studied with emphasis upon domestic animals and veterinary medical aspects. After an introductory consideration of certain aspects of general physiology and hematology, the physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and endocrine systems is studied. In the laboratory the principles of physiology are demonstrated through laboratory experiments and observations upon the normal animal. An understanding of contemporary physiological measurement techniques is stressed as a background for potential clinical application.

*VBMS 314.3
Comparative Anatomy of Domestic Animals
2(3L-2P)
Prerequisite(s): Open to students in the College of Agriculture.

A general review of the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy of the domestic animals with emphasis on those structures, such as the digestive and reproductive systems, that are of particular importance to students of Animal Science.

*Denotes courses open to students in the College of Agriculture.

VBMS 320.2
Physiology II
Q1(2L),Q2(2L-2P)
Prerequisite(s): VT P 221.

A continuation of Physiology I in which the digestive systems of monogastrics and ruminants are studied. Laboratory experiments are designed to illustrate the principles covered in the lecture material.

VBMS 323.3
Basic Principles of Pharmacology
Q1(3L),Q2(4L),Q3(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the D.V.M. program or permission of the instructor.

General pharmacological principles are reviewed. The pharmacology of important drugs is discussed with emphasis on mechanism of action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, uses, and toxicity. Chemotherapeutic drugs are considered from the viewpoint of: action on the parasitic organism, spectrum of activity, development of resistance, and toxicity in the host.

*VBMS 324.3
Animal Physiology I
1(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): Open to students in the College of Agriculture.

To provide undergraduate students with an understanding of mammalian and avian physiology, with major emphasis on domestic farm animals. Topics include hematology, respiration, the cardiovascular system, renal physiology and monogastric digestion.

*Denotes courses open to students in the College of Agriculture.

*VBMS 325.3
Animal Physiology II
2(3L-3P)
Prerequisite(s): VT P 324. Open to students in the College of Agriculture.

To provide undergraduate students with an understanding of mammalian and avian physiology, with major emphasis on domestic farm animals. Topics include ruminant digestion, endocrinology, pre-natal growth, reproduction and lactation.

*Denotes courses open to students in the College of Agriculture.