The course covers the development of contemporary America from the period of Reconstruction after the Civil War to the present. Through lectures and class debates from prepared readings, you will examine and evaluate the American historical experience of western settlement, economic expansion and social crisis, racial conflict, imperial expansion, war, social protest and world power status.

The history of the United States from colonial times to the end of the Civil War is covered. Through lectures and class discussions of selected readings, the course surveys development from distinct colonial societies to revolutionary and national consciousness along the Atlantic coast, internal expansion and commercial growth to the rise of racial and constitutional conflict and the Civil War catastrophe.

A study of American writing since 1970, examining issues of language, power, gender, class, race, politics and significant moments in American culture and literary production.

This course examines the philosophy and approach of palliative care across the lifespan and the role of the interdisciplinary team in working with palliative patients in different settings. Participants will learn to assess palliative symptoms including pain, and how to effectively manage these symptoms. Students will learn to identify and address the psychological needs of the terminally ill patient and develop therapeutic communication skills for working with dying patients and their family members.

This course will introduce the elements, technical systems, and architecture of music in the recording arts with emphasis on practical experience with MIDI and digital audio recording. Students will gain practical experience with microphones, mixing boards, signal processors, and digital audio workstation (DAW) software such as Pro Tools and Digital Performer. Students will explore the use of real time audio tracks in conjunctions with MIDI and virtual instruments tracks and loops.

Introduction to the structure of the human body and an introduction to human physiology.

Students will develop proper anatomical and physiological terminology. Instruction of cellular biology and physiology will progress into an understanding of organization of cell into tissues, organs and body systems. A working knowledge of body systems will include basic components and functions, gross anatomical features, common abnormalities, interactions with other systems, surgical and diagnostic imaging considerations and location and/or palpation in live animals or cadavers. The student will learn the names, location and function of important anatomical structures in common domestic animal species with an emphasis on the application of practical anatomical knowledge required for mastery of subsequent courses in medical and surgical nursing, x-ray technology, etc.

This course provides an in-depth study of the structures of the human body and their interrelationships using a systems approach. The correlations between structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) are noted. Major topics include body organization, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems, the general and special senses, and human development. This course is designed to prepare students in medical fields of study for advanced courses in their respective disciplines.

This course presents a critical survey of Western political philosophy from ancient Greece to the Middle Ages. Political thinkers to be studied include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine, Aquinas and Machiavelli.

This course is focused on an archaeological exploration of the development of complex societies in Mesoamerica, with emphasis on subsistence and technology, architecture and art. Spanning several thousand years of history, we will look at the rise and fall of some of the most influential and popularly enduring societies and cultures that this vibrant part of the Americas produced, including the Olmec, Maya, Toltec, and Aztec, as well as their modern legacy.

Instruction on the commonly used anesthetic agents will include their modes of action, human health implications and WHMIS considerations. Students will learn to perform a pre-anesthetic work up, calculate and administer pre-anesthetics, induce and maintain general anesthesia using different agents, techniques and systems. Monitoring of patients includes recognition of anesthetic stages and proper use of monitoring devices. Appropriate responses to anesthetic complications and emergencies will be covered. Appropriate analgesics and analgesic protocols will be discussed.

Normal animal behaviour and specific behaviour problems of different species and breeds will be covered. Students will learn about human-animal bonding and basic physiological requirements of animals. The ability to handle and restrain small and large animals is taught with emphasis on safety for patient and handler. Current Behaviour and Restraint modification guidelines and procedures will be discussed.

Students will be able to discuss disease based on classification as metabolic, nutritional, inherited, toxic, endocrine or other. Common diseases of domestic animals will be discussed with respect to etiology, specific hosts, diagnostic techniques, treatment and prevention and human health implications.

Proper identification, use, care and maintenance of all equipment is continued. Administration of medications by different routes is taught. The student will learn techniques for venipuncture, catheterizations and urine and vaginal sample collection. Fluid therapy is covered in depth, instruction includes general nursing care of hospitalized patients, orphans, newborns, post-parturient dams, and principles of pain management. The student will be instructed on basic procedures such as vaginal exams, care of tracheotomy, pharyngostomy and chest tube sites, preparation of wounds and abscesses for treatment. The student will be able to discuss and/or perform all procedures covered and identify any common complications. Students will learn veterinary first aid procedures and emergency protocols. Humane euthanasia and maintenance of legal record and log books is covered. Identification, use, care and maintenance of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies is covered in detail. Students learn to prepare facilities, patients and equipment for surgical procedures with strict adherence to principles of sanitation and sterilization. Students will participate in surgical procedures as a surgical assistant and will learn to pass instruments, care for exposed tissue and provide suction or cautery. Students become responsible for post-operative cleanup of the patient, equipment and facilities and follow up with patient monitoring and surgical records.

Proper identification, use, care and maintenance of all equipment is emphasized. Basic grooming procedures, hoof, nail, ear and eye conditions and care are taught. Students will learn about physical therapy, bandaging, splinting, casting, and wound healing. Recognition and treatment of complications of improper techniques are covered.

Survey of physiological systems that regulate levels of gases, food, energy, temperature, water and ions. Examples from invertebrates and vertebrates.

Endocrinology, immunology and neural, sensory, motor and reproductive physiology. Examples from invertebrates and vertebrates.

Students will become familiar with the characteristics and purposes of various breeds of small and large animals and some of the non-traditional farm animals. Animal production systems and methods of individual identification for both large and small animals will be discussed.

This course covers a range of topics in applied mechanics including forces and friction, work, power, energy, linear and angular motion, simple machines, pressure, density, and flow. In thermodynamics, heat, state change, calorimetry, thermal expansion, heat transfer, steam properties with calculations and gas laws with calculations will be covered.

A review of the purpose, functions and normal variations of the immune system is covered. Disorders of the immune system will be classified into broad categories and includes discussion of clinical signs, diagnostic procedures and treatment principles of some common immunological conditions. Students will learn the concepts and application of basic immunological tests and vaccination procedures. Principles of blood grouping and transfusions are covered.