Kimberly Focht, D.V.M.

Residential Faculty - Veterinary Technology

Program Director:

Applied Sciences and Technology

Office: TC 50 - Room: TC 423

480-461-7661

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 
 

Online

 

Online

 
By appointmentBy appointment By appointmentBy appointment

 Location can vary: TC 423 or VTL due to program needs.

Email to set time/place Or Virtual meeting

 

Classes Taught

Spring 2025

VET101LL Animal Care Skills I Laboratory 2 Credits

Principles of daily animal husbandry, socialization, enrichment, and clinical care of animals housed in campus facilities. Introductory veterinary technology students work on building teamwork, communication and veterinary technical skills encountered in the daily operations of a multi-species veterinary facility.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: VET101.

Course Notes: VET101LL is a hands on lab taking care of the Veterinary Technology resident teaching animals. This may include, but is not limited to dogs, cats, rats, rabbits, horses, cattle and goats. Students should expect on average 5 hours of week of animal care duties, including weekends and holidays. The student will start online for orientation before scheduled animal care shifts begin.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27785
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: Students must register for a VET101 and a VET101LL section concurrently.

27786
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

Notes: Students must register for a VET101 and a VET101LL section concurrently - please also enroll for one VET101 this term by choosing section 28063 or 28064.

VET151 Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology II 3 Credits

Focuses on unique anatomic structures and physiological processes which are clinically important in veterinary medicine. Anatomical and physiological bases of clinic procedures, animal disease processes, and veterinary treatments.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET150 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26088
Dobson Campus
In-Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
Mo
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Class Started

Notes: iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26088: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26088 must also register for one of .

VET240 Veterinary Anesthesia, Surgery, and Emergency Nursing 3 Credits

Veterinary surgical and dental nursing skills associated with aseptic technique and proper protocol in the surgery/dental suite. Pre and post-op monitoring, record keeping, and client education skills. Procedures and techniques with intravenous and inhalation anesthetics, surgical asepsis, skin preparation, instrument sterilization techniques and monitoring veterinary patients for vital signs. Introduction to emergency nursing care and triage skills.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET210 and VET220.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26090
MC OFFSITE

Live Online

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26090: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lecture is online and lab is in person. Students may contact instructor at [email protected]

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26090 must also register for one of .

26091
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
7:00 AM – 10:50 AM

Class Started

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26091 must also register for .

27318
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
12:00 PM – 3:50 PM

Class Started

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27318 must also register for .

VET250AC Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5 Credits

Provides Veterinary Technology program students with off-campus clinical experience in an emergency veterinary clinic and in a veterinary specialty practice. The internship hours will be split equally between the emergency clinic and the specialty practice. Specialty practices may include surgery, ophthalmology, internal medicine, dentistry, dermatology, radiology, exotics, zoo, research, and others. Opportunity for practical application and development of knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired in program coursework. Exposure to practice philosophies, methodologies, and real-life situations requiring critical thinking and decision-making abilities. Includes instruction and evaluation by veterinarians or veterinary technicians guided by the American Veterinary Medical Association's Veterinary Technology Student Essential and Recommended Skills list.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET250AA or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26092
Dobson Campus

TBA

Field Based
Lab
01/11/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

VET250AD Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5 Credits

Continuing practical application and mastery of knowledge, skills, and abilities in the selected clinical setting. Exposure to practice philosophies, methodologies, and real-life situations requiring critical thinking and decision-making abilities. Includes instruction and evaluation by veterinarians or veterinary technicians guided by the American Veterinary Medical Association's Veterinary Technology Student Essential and Recommended Skills list.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET250AC or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26093
Dobson Campus

TBA

Field Based
Lab
01/11/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

Fall 2025

EQS105 Principles of Equine Science 3 Credits

Breeds, colors and markings; horse selection; basic conformation; structures of the hoof; footfall sequences; vision, managed health program; nutrition principles; management practices, Arizona issues and history and evolution of the horse.

Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
21986
Dobson Campus
In-Person
Lecture
08/29/2025 – 12/19/2025
Fr
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

24 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 21986 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

VET140 Animal Care Skills II 2 Credits

Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology classes. Students expand their animal care knowledge, skills and abilities to include skills needed to be successful in clinical internships.

Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Veterinary Technology program. Corequisites: VET150 or VET151.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23619
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

24 of 24
Seats Available

VET150 Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology I 3 Credits

Comparative evaluation of the anatomy and physiological functions of various body systems of livestock, companion animals, and laboratory animals.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO181, CHM130, CHM130LL, CRE101 or exemption by district placement, ENG102, MAT120, and VET101) and admission to the Veterinary Technology/Animal Health Program.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23279
Dobson Campus
In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
Mo
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Open

24 of 24
Seats Available

VET200 Veterinary Clinical Pathology Methods 2 Credits

Fundamental studies of laboratory techniques and procedures involved in evaluating veterinary clinical samples. Includes hematology, urinalysis, hemostasis, blood biochemistry and enzymology, serology, cytology, and parasitology. The veterinary technician's role in sample collection, sample storage and handling, and performance of analytic procedures. Use of laboratory equipment, laboratory safety and management, and quality control.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO205 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: VET223.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23341
Dobson Campus

Live Online

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
Mo
9:00 AM – 10:50 AM

Open

4 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture is Live Online and labs are in person. Students may contact instructor at [email protected]

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 23341: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 23341 must also register for one of .

23342
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

Hybrid In-Person
Lab
08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025
Tu
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture is Live Online and labs are in person. Students may contact instructor at [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 23342 must also register for .

23343
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

Hybrid In-Person
Lab
08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025
Tu
1:00 PM – 3:50 PM

Open

4 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture is Live Online and labs are in person. Students may contact instructor at [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 23343 must also register for .

VET201 Animal Care Skills III 2 Credits

Practical application of animal care skills and principles of animal care and management using techniques and knowledge learned in the veterinary technology classes. Students expand their animal care knowledge, skills and abilities to include skills needed to be successful in clinical internships.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET140, and acceptance into the Veterinary Technology program.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23620
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory

In-Person
Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Closed

VET210 Animal Nursing II 3 Credits

Instruction in and hands-on application of techniques of veterinary nursing care, patient assessment, equipment operation, diagnostic sample collection, and medical treatment. Physical examination, clinical nutrition, and reproductive management of the dog and cat. Operation of E.C.G. and anesthetic machine. Fluid therapy, wound therapy, and bandaging. Surgical instruments and packs. Common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on animals.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (VET112 and VET151) or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23344
MC OFFSITE

Live Online

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
Mo
11:30 AM – 2:10 PM

Open

6 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture is Live Online and Labs are In Person.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 23344: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 23344 must also register for one of .

VET220 Veterinary Pharmacology for the Veterinary Technician 3 Credits

Actions and uses of pharmacological agents used in veterinary medicine; drug classifications, modes of action, indications and contraindications, routes of administration, and mechanisms of elimination. Dispensing and pharmacy management, and laws regulating controlled substances. Solving medical math problems and calculating drug doses.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET101 and VET151.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23346
Dobson Campus
In-Person
Lecture
08/27/2025 – 12/19/2025
We
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

3 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 23346 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 23346: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Degrees & Awards

DVM from Colorado State University 

BS Agribussiness from Arizona State University

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