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Incoming Student Required Items

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Ipad Requirement:

All DVM students must have an iPad to use during their pre-clinical years. The device will be utilized for core course examinations, in conjunction with handheld ultrasounds, to access veterinary-specific apps, review electronic materials in Canvas, and annotate electronic notes as needed.

Key iPad Requirements:

  • Supported Hardware: iPad 5th generation or newer, iPad Air 3rd generation or newer, iPad Mini 5th generation or newer, and all iPad Pro models.
  • Operating System: iPadOS 17.6 or higher, including iPadOS 18.
  • Storage: Minimum 500 MB of free space.
  • Restrictions: Jailbroken devices are not supported.
  • Internet: A stable connection is required to download and upload exams.d
  • Input: External keyboards (Bluetooth or USB) are allowed.
  • For ExamID/ExamMonitor: A functioning integrated or external camera is required, with 4GB or higher available space.

Protective Clothing:

  1. Coveralls (Two Pairs) – Summer (required) and winter (optional)
  2. Washable rubber boots (Two Pairs) – pull over or slip-on rubber boot that can be disinfected
  3. Durable work boots – Cowboy boots or other durable leather type boots for wear around large animals
  4. White coats (Two Pairs) – one long coat (~37-42”) and one short coat (~30-32”)
  5. Scrubs (Two Pairs) – Required: One red pair and one black pair (TTU colors)
  6. Safety glasses – Must have ANSI compliance
  7. Scrub Cap
  8. Surgical Gown (Autoclavable) – This item is optional and must not be a disposable gown

Equipment:

  1. Stethoscope – no need for purchase as it will be supplied
  2. Digital Thermometer
  3. Lister Bandage Scissors
  4. Pleximeter (Diagnostic Hammer)Recommended but not required.
  5. Penlight
  6. Hemostat (Two Pair)
  7. Needle Holder
  8. Scalpel Blade Handle #3
  9. Suture Scissors
  10. Brown-Adson Tissue Forceps
  11. Backhaus Towel Clamps (Four Pair)Recommended but not required.
  12. DeBakey Tissue ForcepsOptional
  13. Instrument ID TapeRecommended but not required.
  14. Instrument Box/CaseRecommended but not required.

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