Medical Laboratory Technology

This course is designed to be a continuation of General Chemistry I, focusing on the chemistry of organic compounds and their reactions. This course presents an extensive introduction to biochemistry and its applications, including human, medical, and clinical perspectives. In addition, laboratory application emphasis is placed on organic and biochemical techniques.
Prerequisite: CHM1020.

This course introduces various laboratory techniques and principles utilized for analyses in the medical laboratory, for both macro and micro-techniques. This course focuses on the importance of quality control as it relates to analysis of various constituents. This course places emphasis on math skills as they apply to the clinical laboratory, such as measurement systems, unit inter-conversions and graphs. The focus is on the basic procedures of specimen collection and processing, laboratory calculations, reagent preparation, state and federal safety rules and regulations, utilization of laboratory equipment and supplies, and quality control probability. Also included are the fundamentals of analytical procedures, their principles, and the operation of laboratory instrumentation. Laboratory training includes performance of various constituents as they enhance the analytical principles utilized in the clinical laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHM1020, MAT1100.

This course introduces various laboratory techniques and principles utilized for analyses in the medical laboratory, for both macro and micro-techniques. This course focuses on the importance of quality control as it relates to analysis of various constituents. This course places emphasis on math skills as they apply to the clinical laboratory, such as measurement systems, unit inter-conversions and graphs. The focus is on the basic procedures of specimen collection and processing, laboratory calculations, reagent preparation, state and federal safety rules and regulations, utilization of laboratory equipment and supplies, and quality control probability. Also included are the fundamentals of analytical procedures, their principles, and the operation of laboratory instrumentation. Laboratory training includes performance of various constituents as they enhance the analytical principles utilized in the clinical laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHM1020, MAT1110.

This course discusses various professional employee traits, including ethics, critical thinking skills, attendance, appearance, attitude, productivity, organizational skills, cooperation, and respect, that will be evaluated throughout the MLT program, both in didactic and clinical courses. This course includes the laboratory regulations of CLIA, FDA, OSHA, and JCAHO, and the impact of CAP and AABB on the work environment. This course also covers the importance of effective communication and the many aspects of working in a healthcare environment, such as management roles, conflict resolution, team work, dealing with change and stress, and the protection of personal health information.
Prerequisite: MLT1250.

This course is designed to provide the student with the fundamentals of renal physiology and urine formation. Emphasis is placed on the early detection of disease through the performance of routine urinalysis and kidney function studies. This course provides laboratory training in the physical, chemical, and microscopic examinations of urine and other body fluids, including cerebral, amniotic, and gastric.
Prerequisites: CHM1320, MLT1250.

This course is designed to provide the principles of immunology at the level of antibody formation and reaction. The focuses of this course are diseases of the immune system as well as those diseases detected by serological procedures. This course includes presentations on virology, transplantation and cancer immunology. Laboratory experience provides training in the performance of various serological tests with discussion of related case studies.
Prerequisite: MLT1250.

The course is designed to embody the essential principles of bacteriology relative to human disease. Emphasis is placed on the pathogenicity of microorganisms as well as the cultivation, isolation and identification of those organisms. Laboratory training includes culturing, staining, and identification of various bacteria.
Prerequisites: CHM1320, MLT1250.

This course is designed to focus on special microbiology topics such as antibiotic susceptibilities, anaerobes and Mycobacteria, and medical mycology. Parasitology topics include protozoa, helminths, and arthropods as agents of infection. Emphasis is on clinical pathogenicity of the microorganisms and their identification. Laboratory training includes collecting and processing procedures, susceptibilities, fungal cultures, mycology slide reviews, parasitology slide reviews, and wet mount preparation reviews.
Prerequisite: MLT1480.

This course is designed to study the functions, maturation, and morphology of normal and abnormal red blood cells. Emphasis is on the complete blood count (CBC). Also included are the etiologic and morphologic classification of blood disorders and diseases. An overview of automated methodologies and corresponding quality control procedures is presented. Laboratory training includes review of CBC slides and performing basic hematology testing procedures.
Prerequisite: MLT1250.

This course is designed to study the functions, maturation, and morphology of normal and abnormal white blood cell. Emphasis is on cell counts and the blood coagulation mechanisms of hemostasis and thrombosis. Also included are the etiologic and morphologic classification of blood disorders and diseases. An overview of automated methodologies and corresponding quality control procedures is presented. Laboratory training includes performing differentials, and basic coagulation testing procedures.
Prerequisite: MLT1250.

This course is designed to study the various aspects of clinical chemistry, tests and procedures. Fundamentals of primary blood chemical constituents are discussed, along with their significance in health and disease and their analytical determinations. This course will include commonly applied clinical calculations and require the use of interpretive and critical thinking skills. Various analytical principles and methods are discussed. Laboratory training includes testing of various chemistry analytes, correlation with diseases, troubleshooting and interpretation of test results.
Prerequisites: CHM1320, MLT1460.

This course is designed to study the various aspects of clinical chemistry, tests and procedures. Fundamentals of primary blood chemical constituents are discussed, along with their significance in health and disease and their analytical determinations. This course will include commonly applied clinical calculations and require the use of interpretive and critical thinking skills. Various analytical principles and methods are discussed. Laboratory training includes testing of various chemistry analytes, correlation with diseases, troubleshooting and interpretation of test results.
Prerequisites: CHM1320, MLT1460.

This course introduces the principles of immunology at the level of antibody formation and reaction. This includes knowledge of various blood groups systems and Rh typing. Laboratory training includes blood grouping, quality control, safety standards, and record keeping.
Prerequisite: MLT1460.

This course introduces the principles of immunology at the level of antibody formation and reaction. This includes knowledge of various blood group systems, antibody identification and compatibility testing. Donor selection, blood components, and component therapy are discussed. Laboratory training includes blood grouping, detection of irregular antibodies, and compatibility testing (both routine and those with antibodies), quality control and record keeping.
Prerequisite: MLT1460.

This course is a study of how normal physiology processes are altered by disease. This course includes causes of disease, neoplasms, congenital diseases, urinary system diseases, reproductive system diseases, digestive system diseases, respiratory system diseases, circulatory system diseases, nervous system diseases, endocrine system diseases, musculoskeletal disease, skin, eye, ear, childhood diseases, pain management, and holistic health.
Prerequisites: PHY1020 and PHY1030; or PHY1060.

This course provides introduction general elementary chemistry and includes chemical and general gas laws, atomic and molecular structure, energy, equilibrium, kinetics, states of matter, and applications in chemical processes, and includes human, medical, and clinical perspectives. Laboratory applications include an introduction to the techniques and reasoning of general experimental chemistry.

This course focuses on helping students develop writing, researching, and critical thinking skills through writing paragraphs and essays using different rhetorical styles. Students also gain experience with peer reviewing. Students are required to earn a grade of C or higher to satisfy the requirements of this course.
Prerequisite: Passing score on entrance assessment or COM0900.

This course provides students with a basic understanding of what psychology is, its relationship to the life sciences, and how behaviors affect our everyday lives. Emphasis is placed on developmental psychology and the problems that face us in regard to the relationships and mental and physical dilemmas they may pose. Topics such as stress, altered states of consciousness, aging, conflict, and types of therapies will be presented.

This course provides students with the basic skills necessary to organize their thoughts and communicate effectively through public speaking. Students learn to research, organize, and properly convey oral messages. Through practical classroom application, students gain sound experience in the art of oral presentation. Students are required to earn a grade of C or higher to satisfy the requirements of this course. Students earning a grade of C- or below will be required to repeat the course.

This course provides information and resources important for anyone’s career development. It uses guest presenters and mock interviews, in addition to individual consultations, to provide career guidance. The class starts by having the students perform a self-assessment of their interests and values while at the same time, focusing on their professional goals. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how to create a successful resume no matter where a person is in their career path. In addition, it highlights how to apply a variety of other job search documents and execute follow-up. Instructors illustrate traditional and nontraditional methods of job searching to include some of the latest online resources. A significant element of this course is training students to have great interviewing skills. Additional time is spent researching employers, exploring employment opportunities available in the area, and setting up interviews with prospective employers. Toward the end of this course, students also learn value of teamwork and being successful in their career. By applying these techniques and suggestions in this course, students are able to approach their career exploration and job search with a more confident and winning attitude. This course is scheduled during the final or next to last quarter of the program.

This course is designed to provide the student with the clinical applications of laboratory techniques and testing, including regulatory content. The student will rotate and perform procedures in various departments of the clinical laboratory under the direct supervision of a nationally certified laboratory professional. This course is designed to educate individuals in contemporary laboratory practice with emphasis on professional development to prepare the student for the career path and certification.
Prerequisite: MLT1430, MLT2530, MLT2540, MLT2480, MLT2630, MLT2640, MLT2660, MLT2670.

This course is designed to provide the student with the clinical applications of laboratory techniques and testing, including regulatory content. The student will rotate and perform procedures in various departments of the clinical laboratory under the direct supervision of a nationally certified laboratory professional. This course is designed to educate individuals in contemporary laboratory practice with emphasis on professional development to prepare the student for the career path and certification.
Prerequisite: MLT1430, MLT2530, MLT2540, MLT2480, MLT2630, MLT2640, MLT2660, MLT2670.

This course teaches students the fundamentals of keyboarding, including correct finger positions, machine operation, and correct posture. An introduction is made to the word processing program.

This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform scientific calculations used in the clinical laboratory. This will include calculating dilutions and solutions, graphing and chemistry formulae. The course will emphasize quality control in computing laboratory test results.

This course is a study of several systems of the human body. Cells and tissues, integumentary system, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, senses, urinary system, and fluid and electrolyte balance will be covered. The course is designed to enable students to understand the health problems of patients as they relate to the various systems.

This course covers several human body systems, including circulatory, respiratory, blood, acid-based balance, endocrine, immunity, and digestion, as well as principles of nutrition and metabolism, reproduction, and growth and development. The course is designed to enable students to understand the health problems of patients as they relate to the various systems.

This course is designed to enhance the college learning experience and prepare students for personal and professional success. Concepts presented include managing change, setting and achieving goals, and thinking in ways to create success. This course also incorporates assessments that will increase one’s self-awareness, and improve the student’s interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.