Course Descriptions 2009-2010 Catalog

Medical Laboratory Technology

MLT 100 Introduction To Medical Laboratory Technology
2 Credits
Introduces the student to general and basic information on Clinical Laboratory Science. The course provides an overview of careers within the field, education requirements, and professional organizations. Fundamental information about clinical labs including laboratory divisions, safety, and quality control is presented. The course examines the path physiology of disease, and students are introduced through hands-on experiences to those tests that aid in the diagnosis of disease states.
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the Medical Lab Technology program.

MLT 131 Introduction To Hematology
2 Credits
Covers basic manual hematology test and basic instrumentation theory. OSHA safety and an introduction to phlebotomy is also included. MLT 131 is designed as an introduction course to hematology for MLT students.
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: BIO 201.
COREQUISITE: MLT 132

MLT 132 Hematology II
4 Credits
Covers advanced hematology theory and disease correlations. OSHA safety, phlebotomy and instrumentation are continued; differentials, other manual hematology testing and coagulation are also included. MLT 132 is the continued section of Hematology for the Medical Laboratory Technology students.
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: BIO 201.
COREQUISITE: MLT 131.

MLT 141 Immunology/Immunohematology
4 Credits
Covers the basic principles of antigens, antibodies and the immune system. Serological techniques practiced and observed in the clinical laboratory such as: Flocculation, agglutination, precipitation and elisa, complement fixation and hem agglutination are discussed. Also included are basic theories of genetics, blood group systems and antibodies, compatibility testing, antibody screening and identification, transfusion reactions, hemolytic disease of the newborn, component therapy and donor selection. Proficient performance of related laboratory testing is mandatory.
PREREQUISITES: BIO 201, MLT 131, 132 or Instructor’s permission
COREQUISITES: BIO 202.

MLT 142 Urinalysis
2 Credits
Introduces kidney function and basic principles of urinalysis, complete urinalysis procedures including physical, chemical and microscopic examination of both normal and abnormal specimens are performed. Basic description and recognition of body fluids (i.e., CSF, Pleural, peritoneal and synovial fluids) are covered.
COREQUISITE: BIO 201 or 202.

MLT 180 Internship/Blood Banking I
1 Credit
Presents the clinical internship rotation in one or two blood banking facilities or labs. Student attends for 40 hours per week for two weeks. Additional practice of blood bank principles and procedures, experience with automated instrumentation and exposure to clinical environment provided.
PREREQUISITE: MLT 141.

MLT 182 Internship II/Hematology, Coagulation And Urinalysis
5 Credits
Presents the clinical internship rotation in a hematology laboratory. Student attends for 40 hours per week for five weeks. Additional practice of hematology principles and procedures, experience with automated instrumentation and exposure to clinical environment provided.
PREREQUISITES: MLT 131, 132, 142.

MLT 231 Clinical Microbiology
4 Credits
Provides a brief introduction to the field of microbiology to include the morphology, physiology and genetics of microorganisms. This will be followed by the more technical aspects of clinical microbiology. Then, infectious diseases will be discussed to include normal flora, portals of entry and pathogenicity of diverse groups of bacteria. Viruses will also be discussed. Specimen types from different anatomical sites will be covered for the culture of bacteria in the clinical laboratory. Use of media for isolation and differential staining and tests for identification of bacteria will be performed in the student laboratory.
PREREQUISITES: BIO 201 or 202 or Instructor’s permission.

MLT 232 Parasitology/Mycology
2 Credits
Provides an introduction to protozoa, helminthes, and blood tissue parasites: epidemiology of parasites and diseases in man: Special emphasis on microscopic morphology in the detection and correct identification of parasites. An introduction to fungi yeasts and molds to include coetaneous systemic infections and common contaminants and opportunistic fungi. Subcutaneous infections will also be discussed. Laboratory will emphasize microscopic and culture methods to include specimens, staining, media and identification tests.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 201 or Instructor’s permission.

MLT 241 Introduction To Clinical Chemistry
2 Credits
Covers basic laboratory math, basic instrumentation, safety and quality control are discussed along with basic theory and result evaluation of electrolytes, kidney function and liver function test. MLT 241 is designed as an introduction course to clinical chemistry for MLT students.
PREREQUISITE: CHE 101 or Instructor’s permission.

MLT 242 Clinical Chemistry II
4 Credits
Covers advanced Clinical Chemistry theory, organ functions and disease correlations are covered. Student lab manual chemistry testing is performed on the Gilford Spectrophotometer. MLT 242 is the continued section of Clinical Chemistry for the Medical Laboratory Technology students.
PREREQUISITES: CHE 101, MLT 241 or Instructor’s permission.

MLT 253 Seminar/Comprehensive Exams
1 Credit
Includes information on current laboratory technology topics and employable skills such as resume writing or interviewing skills. The course grade also includes successful completion of 20 hours of community service and the three MLT Comprehensive Exams.

MLT 275 Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.

MLT 280 Internship/Clinical Chemistry
5 Credits
Provides a clinical internship rotation in a chemistry laboratory. Student attends for 40 hours per week for five weeks. Additional practice of clinical chemistry principles and procedures, experience with automated instrumentation and exposure to clinical environment provided.
PREREQUISITES: MLT 241, 242.

MLT 282 Internship IV/Microbiology
5 Credits
Provides a clinical internship rotation in a microbiology laboratory. Student attends for 40 hours per week for five weeks. Additional practice of clinical chemistry principles and procedures, experience with automated instrumentation and exposure to clinical environment provided.
PREREQUISITES: MLT 231, 232.

MLT 285 Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor.
PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission.

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