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ZOO 101
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Title: | Introduction to Zoo Keeping |
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Long Title: | Introduction to Zoo Keeping; Science, Safety and Career Development of Zoo Keeping |
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Course Description: | Exposes students to the reality of the physical and mental demands of this field and puts into action practical training to simulate these demands. Zoo terminology utilized in this course will be a valuable asset to students in their other Zoo Keeping Technology curriculum and their internships. Incorporating tool use, safety, zoonosis and career development, this 2-credit offering is a perfect introduction to the field of Zoo Keeping and other animal careers. |
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Min Credit: | 2 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Demonstrate the use of a variety of hand and electrical tools to successfully complete tasks.
2. Develop a zoo vocabulary to better understand the zoo keeping field.
3. Demonstrate the ability to follow the step-by-step directions for individual as well as team projects.
4. Perform a series of physical tasks that will replicate requirements needed for a zoo environment.
5. Identify hazards for the visitor, employee and captive collection.
6. Apply safety techniques to employee/visitor and animal safety.
7. Identify hazardous materials, use and dispose of hazardous materials safely.
8. Identify zoonotic potential and apply preventative measures.
9. Apply proper capture and restraint techniques.
10. Apply proper techniques in application completion.
11. Create an effective cover letter.
12. Create an effective resume.
13. Analyze how to find a zoo keeping job.
14. Develop and construct a resource database.
15. Demonstrate skills for conducting job interviews.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Tool Identification
a. Hand tools
b. Power tools
II. Tool Use
a. Exhibit cleaning
b. Hoses and wheelbarrows
c. Project build
III. Physical fitness
a. Series of lift and movement tests
IV. Zoo employee and visitor safety
V. Hazardous Materials
VI. Safety in public and service areas
VII. Zoonoses
VIII. Capture and Restraint
IX. Application process
a. Job search
b. Application completion
c. Background check
X. Resume
XI. Cover Letter
XII. Interview process
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