An introductory archaeology course that provides an overview of early humanity; spans the earliest origins of humans, the spread of anatomically modern humans, the development of hunting and gathering societies, the origins of food production, and the emergence of ancient urban societies.

The comparative study of human society and culture, particularly nonwestern communities, with special attention to the family, social structures, economic and political institutions, religion, and processes of change.

Basic principles of archaeology. Introduction to the nature, methods, and theory of anthropological archaeology, i.e. how archaeological remains are located, recovered, and interpreted. Emphasis in this course is on the principles of reconstruction of past societies from archaeological evidence.

This course covers the basics of our origins and all the spectacular biological diversity we see around us in the modern human species, from an anthropological perspective. Students will be introduced to fundamental concepts in evolutionary theory, genetics, demography, and the various ways that human diversity has been understood and interpreted. This course is an exciting overview of humans, biologically, from our origins to who we are today.

This course studies mankind through primate and cultural evolution, symbolic systems, cultural theory and culture change.

The field trip may include attendance at an animal care related conference and/or tour of veterinary clinics and related facilities. Students will be required to cover field trip personal expenses such as meals.

Students will be placed, individually, in an on-the-job training position with a private veterinary practice for six weeks. The student will be evaluated by the employer according to criteria determined by the Animal Health Technology Program.

This course will cover preparation for the Veterinary Technicians National Exam (VTNE). Students will receive special presentations, guest speakers and discussion of cases or rounds on the clinic rotations when possible.

Basic pharmacological principles are taught and students learn to recognize different groups of drugs and their basic actions. In the pharmacy, the student will become familiar with common veterinary drugs and their indications, administration and side effects or toxic actions. Legal implications of dispensing drugs and risks associated with off label or improper use are discussed. Students learn to prepare and dispense veterinary preparations and educate clients about their use.

Principles of cell division and inheritance are discussed. A review of anatomical and hormonal components of male and female reproduction systems prepares students to learn about breeding behaviours and common diseases or conditions of the reproductive system in various animals. Techniques used to assess or manipulate reproduction in veterinary medicine will be discussed and/or demonstrated. Instruction on gestation and parturition will be the main focus.