Animal Science with Pre Veterinary BS
The Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with Pre-Veterinary program includes the study of animal handling and care and general education courses. In addition, it has a component of courses in the different areas of natural sciences. This allows the student, who pursues post-graduate studies as a Veterinary Doctor, to complete the admission requirements to most Veterinary Schools. The student who does not wish to complete the baccalaureate will have the option of finishing an Associate Degree in Veterinary Technician.
The student must approve the required major courses with a minimum grade of C.
The Guayama Campus is authorized to offer this program.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
Knowledge
- Demonstrate knowledge in offering veterinary care in areas such as restraint techniques, animal review, imaging and laboratory tests, among other functions under the supervision of the veterinarian.
- Develop knowledge to assist the doctor in the process of evaluating emergencies and surgical interventions.
- Know the equipment and technologies related to the treatment and care of the patient.
- Demonstrate knowledge when offering care to the sick, operated or hospitalized patient.
- Evaluate patient data correctly.
- Identify the educational needs of animal owners to provide them with education on their care.
- Prioritize the study of the contents necessary to take the veterinary college admission test Veterinary College Admission Test (VCAT), the GRE or any other.
Skills
- Apply the techniques and procedures to assist the veterinarian in the provision of patient care and the treatment of diseases.
- Demonstrate ability in the use and management of equipment, technological means and clinical procedures.
- Evaluate the patient's condition and their needs for treatment, lodging, nutrition, dental work, among others.
- Use effective communication techniques and critical judgment to assist the veterinarian in providing patient care.
- Apply safety rules and universal protection measures when offering patient care and when handling tissues or other materials of biological origin.
- Develop the skills of observation, data collection, evaluation, deduction and interpretation of results.
- Maximize your leadership and work skills in well-structured settings.
Attitudes
- Achieve the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Apply ethical and legal principles in the performance of functions.
- Demonstrate an attitude of responsibility and commitment as a student and in the practice of their profession.
- Assess the importance of keeping your knowledge up to date.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established in this Catalog, students in this Program must:
- Submit evidence of vaccination of the two (2) vaccines against the rabies virus before the start of the first academic semester or during the first two weeks. No exemptions will be made.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR IN SCIENCE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE WITH PRE-VETERINAY
| General Education Program Requirements |
42 credits |
| Core Requirements |
44 credits |
| Major Requirements |
34 credits |
| Electives |
3 credits |
| Total |
120 credits |
General Education Program Requirements - 42 credits
Students must complete forty-two (42) credits of the General Education Program (GEP) requirements, as described in the GEP section of the current catalog. Students in this program are exempt from courses in the categories: Health and Quality of Life and Scientific and Technological Context.
Core Requirements - 44 credits
Elective - 3 credits
Major Requirements - 34 credits