ZOO 116 — Zoo Clinical 1
This course will complement material covered in ZOO 115 with a focus on application of concepts. Topics will include fundamental principles of zoological park operations, basic habitat design and maintenance, an introduction to animal care routines and procedures, workplace safety, and education programming. Students will be introduced to a clinical zoo site, its policies, and workplace philosophies and practice outreach skills by participating in a JCC zoo technology supported function outside of regularly scheduled clinical time. Visits to different zoos and animal care workplaces will provide students with opportunities to experience different animal collections and zoos.
Prerequisites: BIO 111, ZOO 114