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  • 2.00 Credits

    4 hours lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): MLT 105; MLT 106 or MICR 135; admission to the MLT program or consent of MLT program director. Recommended Preparation: MLT 108. MLT 204 will include the principles of Blood Banking, donor-patient testing, and antibody identification in human blood. Inheritance and transfusion problems will be discussed, as well as disease states affected by antigen-antibody reactions on blood cells. Upon successful completion of MLT 204, the student should be able to: Describe the red cell antigens and the characteristics of their corresponding antibodies. Discuss the causes of transfusion reactions, hemolytic disease of the newborn and hemolytic anemia. Describe the clinical significance of antibody and antiglobulin testing. List donor qualifications. Accurately determine the ABO and RHh type of blood specimens and identify atypical antibodies. Accurately perform crossmatch procedures with donor and patient blood specimens. 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    16 hours lecture/lab per week for 6 weeks. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or consent of MLT Program Director; MLT 107 with a grade of "C" or higher.Comment: MLT 207 is a modular course offered 6 weeks in the Fall semester only. MLT 207 may not be audited. MLT 207 may not be taken CR/NC. MLT 207 will include the study of microorganisms and parasites as they relate to humandisease. MLT 207 will provide the advanced laboratory experience in Clinical Microbiology, including a continuation of MLT 107 techniques and parasitology and mycology lab techniques. Upon successful completion of MLT 207, the student should be able to: Identify unknown cultures of medically significant bacteria to genus and species level and determine antibiotic susceptibility. Describe the technique used to collect, handle, and/or preserve specimens received in the laboratory for parasite examination. List and describe methods of concentrating stool specimens for parasites. Identify the most commonly found parasites to genus and species upon observation of appropriate material. List and describe: methods of preparing fungal smears and culturing fungi; collection and handling of specimens for fungal examination; and media used in the isolation and identification of fungi. Utilize the safety precautions necessary in the Clinical Microbiology laboratory.
  • 1.00 Credits

    2 hours lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): Permission of MLT program director; MLT 103; MLT 108; MLT 108L. MLT 211 will provide the student with additional experience in identifying microscopic elements in blood and body fluids prior to participating in the clinical rotations. Upon successful completion of MLT 211, the student should be able to: Identify the parts of a microscope and perform preventative maintenance and make minor repairs. Identify Erythrocytes, Leukocytes, Thrombocytes, urinary casts, urinary crystals, bacteria, yeast and parasites under the microscope with at least 90 percent accuracy. Perform the appropriate quality control and safety procedures for analysis of blood and body fluids.
  • 4.00 Credits

    20 hours lecture/lab per week for 6 weeks Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or consent of MLT Program Director, MLT 112 Comment: Modular course offered 6 weeks in Fall semester only. MLT 212 will cover the principles of clinical biochemistry as it pertains to testing for chemical constituents in blood and body fluids. This advanced level course will include lipid chemistry, acid-base balance, diagnostic enzymes, endocrinology, chemistry of body systems instrumentation and recent advances in clinical chemistry. The student will learn the techniques for analyzing blood and body fluids for diagnosis of various disease states by manual and automated methods. Upon successful completion of MLT 212, the student should be able to: Describe the function, structure, mode of action and clinical significance of each of the following chemical substances: a. Electrolytes b. Blood Gases c. non-protein nitrogen d. Lipids e. Clinically significant enzymes f. Hormones - steroid, protein & peptide Describe the theory behind the preceding laboratory procedures and list the normal values associated with each Correlate abnormalities of blood and urine chemistry associated with: a. altered acid base balance b. kidney disease c. liver disease d. heart disease e. neurological system disorders f. endocrine and reproductive system disorders g. bone and muscle disease h. neoplasms Describe the mode of action, clinical significance and methods for determining therapeutic drugs and drugs of abuse List and describe tumor markers found in blood and body fluids 4 List the substances measured to determine fetal maturity and the clinical significance of each test. Perform the following manual clinical chemistry determinations on serum, plasma or urine within +/- two standard deviations of the stated value of the sample: a. Cholesterol, Triglyceride & HDL b. AST, ALT, ALP, CK, LD , Amylase and lipase c.. salicylate d Electrolytes e. Immunoassay Operate and maintain according to standardized procedures and describe the principles of the following instruments: a. Ion selective electrode b. Atac 2000, Pointe 180 c. Gilford Stasar d. Ortho Vitros II e. Dade Dimension Prepare written laboratory reports on each procedure performed and each instrument used Perform all tests utilizing appropriate safety measures as stated in safety manuals Organize their work in an orderly manner and maintain the laboratory area in clean, working condition
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 108; MLT 118; MLT 204; MLT 207; MLT 211; MLT 212; and consent of MLT Program Director. Corequisite(s): MLT 242B; MLT 242C; MLT 242D; MLT242E. Comment: Letter grade only. MLT 240 may not be taken for credit/no credit. MLT 240 may not be audited. MLT 240 is a seminar in which students discuss clinical experiences and other topics related to clinical laboratory medicine. Upon successful completion of MLT 240, the student should be able to: Think critically about the clinical laboratory as a career choice Communicate ideas relevant to laboratory medicine to his/her peers Develop skills for lifelong learning Correctly answer at least 70% of the questions asked on a comprehensive medical laboratory technician exam. Present a two-hour seminar for his/her peers on a topic relevant to laboratory medicine as a career choice. Prepare a resume for obtaining a position in a clinical laboratory. Describe the basic requirements for a successful job interview.
  • 2.00 Credits

    100 hours total Prerequisite(s): MLT 204 with grade of "C" or higher or consent of MLT Program Director.Corequisite(s): MLT 240. Comment: Letter grade only. MLT 242B may not be taken for credit/no credit. MLT 242B may not be audited. MLT 242B is offered in the Spring semester only. MLT 242B is the application of knowledge and skills learned in MLT 204. The work is performed in affiliated clinical laboratories. Upon successful completion of MLT 242B, the student should be able to: Transfer knowledge and skills learned in MLT 204 to the clinical laboratory. Interact effectively with patients and laboratory personnel.
  • 5.00 Credits

    240 total hours Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in MLT 112; a grade of "C" or higher in MLT 212 or consent of MLT Program DirectoCorequisite(s): MLT 240. Comment: Letter grade only. MLT 242C may not be taken for credit/no credit. MLT 242C may not be audited. MLT 242C is offered in the Spring semester only. MLT 242C is the application of knowledge and skills learned in MLT 112 and MLT 212. The work is performed in affiliated clinical laboratories. 5 Upon successful completion of MLT 242C, the student should be able to: Transfer knowledge and skills learned in MLT 112 AND MLT 212 to the clinical laboratory. Interact effectively with patients and laboratory personnel.
  • 5.00 Credits

    240 total hours Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in MLT 107; a grade of "C" or higher in MLT 207 or consent of MLT Program DirectoCorequisite(s): MLT 240. Comment: Letter grade only. MLT 242D may not be taken for credit/no credit. MLT 242D may not be audited. MLT 242D is offered in the Spring semester only. MLT 242D is the application of knowledge and skills learned in MLT 107 and MLT 207. The work is performed in affiliated clinical laboratories. Upon successful completion of MLT 242D, the student should be able to: Transfer knowledge and skills learned in MLT 107 AND MLT 207 to the clinical laboratory. Interact effectively with patients and laboratory personnel.
  • 4.00 Credits

    200 total hours Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in MLT 108; a grade of "C" or higher in MLT 118; a grade of "C" or higher in MLT 211 or consent of MLT Program DirectCorequisite(s): MLT 240. Comment: Letter grade only. MLT 242E may not be taken for credit/no credit. MLT 242E may not be audited. MLT 242E is offered in the Spring semester only. MLT 242E is the application of knowledge and skills learned in MLT 108, MLT 118 and MLT 211. The work is performed in affiliated clinical laboratories Upon successful completion of MLT 242E, the student should be able to: Transfer knowledge and skills learned in MLT 108, MLT 118 and MLT 211 to the clinical laboratory. Interact effectively with patients and laboratory personnel
  • 2.00 Credits

    4 hours lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): Audition and consent of the instructor. Recommended Preparation: 2-3 years playing experience on a preferred instrument. Comment: Students must supply their own instrument. MUS 104 is a performance-oriented class that involves full and sectional rehearsals leading to performances of stage band standards covering various styles from jazz to Broadway. These performances will be scheduled during the course of the semester as well as at the end of the semester. Upon successful completion of MUS 104, the student should be able to: Identify and define characteristics of the repertoire presented. Perform basic instrumental technique on their instruments as a soloist and as an ensemble player. Give examples of aural and performing skills with regards to one's musicianship. Perform with musical and stylistic accuracy on their instrument in a jazz ensemble.
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