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Tammy (Tat) McMahon

Residential Faculty - Veterinary Technology

Applied Sciences and Technology

Applied Sciences and Technology

Office: MCC Other - Room: VTL

480-600-1062 (mobile)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 
 

Online

 

Online

 
 By appointment By appointment 

 Office hours will be held by appointment only. Students enrolled in the Veterinary Technology Program can schedule office hour appointments through the Canvas calendar or email me directly. 

 

Classes Taught

Spring 2025

VET101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 3 Credits

Introduces the role of the veterinary paraprofessional to the veterinary science industry. Addresses professional development, including ethics, professionalism, and legal implications of veterinary practice. Students will be introduced to animal husbandry and nutrition, animal behavior, species and breed identification, the human-animal bond, biosecurity, equine medicine, livestock medicine, companion animal medicine, and lab animal medicine.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: VET101LL.

Course Notes: VET101LL is a co-requisite course and expected to be completed in the same semester as VET101.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27406

Live Online
Live Online
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
Mo
10:30 AM – 12:20 PM

Class Ended

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.

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Students must register for a VET101 and a VET101LL section concurrently - please also enroll for one VET101LL this term by choosing section 27785 or 27786.
VET104 Veterinary Assisting II 3 Credits

This is a lecture/laboratory course where students will learn hands on skills needed to perform the duties of a veterinary assistant. The course will build foundation skills for veterinary clinical care for the veterinary assistant. This course includes foundations in pharmacy and pharmacology, surgical preparation and assisting, the veterinary assistant's role in collection of laboratory samples, and diagnostic imaging.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET101 and VET103. High school biology strongly recommended.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28046
MC OFFSITE

Live Online
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
Mo
8:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Class Ended

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 28046: 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

Class 28046 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 28046 must also register for one of .
28047
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
In-Person
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Class Ended

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.

Class 28047 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28047 must also register for .
28217
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
In-Person
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
2:30 PM – 5:20 PM

Class Ended

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28217 must also register for .
VET109 Veterinary Assisting Internship 1 Credits

Provides students with clinical experience in a small animal general veterinary practice. Provides the opportunity for practical application and development of knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired in program coursework at a veterinary assistant level. Students have 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 National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America Veterinary Assistant Student Essential and Recommended Skills list.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET101 and VET103. Corequisites: VET104.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28044
Dobson Campus

TBA
Field Based
Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Ended

Notes: Class 28044 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
VET230 Veterinary Radiology and Imaging for the Veterinary Technician 3 Credits

Veterinary and radiographic terminology, radiation and electrical protection, technical principles, radiographic equipment operation - manual and digital, and radiographic duties of the Veterinary Technician. Introduction to ultrasound, MRI, CAT scans, and other non-traditional imaging uses and techniques. Lab allows for practical application of theories and radiographic positioning as taught in lecture.

Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in VET150 and VET150LL) or permission of Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27319
MC OFFSITE

Online Course
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Ended

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.

Students may contact instructor at [email protected]

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27319 must also register for one of .
28045
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
01/17/2025 – 05/09/2025
Fr
7:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Class Ended

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.

Class 28045 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 28045 must also register for .
27320
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
01/17/2025 – 05/09/2025
Fr
10:30 AM – 1:20 PM

Class Ended

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.

Class 27320 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27320 must also register for .

Summer 2025

VET250AA Veterinary Technician Internship 0.5 Credits

Provides Veterinary Technology program students with off-campus clinical experience in a small animal general veterinary practice. 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 VET112, VET132, and VET151.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16340
Dobson Campus

TBA
Independent Study
Lab
05/27/2025 – 07/31/2025

Open

4 of 18
Seats Available
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
17286
Dobson Campus

TBA
Independent Study
Lab
05/27/2025 – 07/31/2025

Open

17 of 18
Seats Available

Fall 2025

VET101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 3 Credits

Introduces the role of the veterinary paraprofessional to the veterinary science industry. Addresses professional development, including ethics, professionalism, and legal implications of veterinary practice. Students will be introduced to animal husbandry and nutrition, animal behavior, species and breed identification, the human-animal bond, biosecurity, equine medicine, livestock medicine, companion animal medicine, and lab animal medicine.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: VET101LL.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23276

Live Online
Live Online
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
Mo
10:30 AM – 1:20 PM

Open

1 of 30
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 23276 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
23615

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. 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 23615 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
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
33673
MC OFFSITE
In-Person
Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

28 of 30
Seats Available
23616
MC OFFSITE

TBA
Field Based
Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Closed
23617
MC OFFSITE

TBA
Field Based
Lab
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

1 of 30
Seats Available
VET103 Veterinary Assisting I 3 Credits

Provides students with the hands-on skills needed to perform the duties of a veterinary assistant. Introduction of the basic veterinary assistant skills needed to assist veterinary professionals in the quality care of animals. Includes basic introduction to anatomy and physiology of domestic animals, front office skills, communication and client relations, animal restraint, nursing, vaccinations and other basic assisting skills.

Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23890
MC OFFSITE

Live Online
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025
Mo
8:00 AM – 9:50 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.

Class 23890 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 23890: 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 23890 must also register for one of .
23891
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
08/27/2025 – 12/19/2025
We
11:00 AM – 1:50 PM

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.

Class 23891 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 23891 must also register for .
23892
MC OFFSITE

Veterinary Teaching Laboratory
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
08/27/2025 – 12/19/2025
We
2:30 PM – 5:20 PM

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.

Class 23892 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 23892 must also register for .
VET223 Animal Diseases 3 Credits

Study of common infectious, parasitic, metabolic, immunologic, and degenerative diseases of domestic animals. Infectious disease transmission, mechanisms of disease, the host-parasite relationship, and host responses to disease agents. Clinical signs and management of common diseases. Life cycles of common parasites. Principles of disease prevention, environmental management, vaccination, and zoonosis. Diagnostic techniques including gross and microscopic identification of common animal pathogens.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in VET151.

BIO205 recommended.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23889
Dobson Campus
In-Person
Lecture
08/29/2025 – 12/19/2025
Fr
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

3 of 20
Seats Available

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