MLS 304 Urinalysis and Body Fluids 2 credits
Physical, chemical, and microscopic properties of urine are examined, along with an overview of body fluids.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 310 Phlebotomy and Pre-Analytical Variables 1 credit
This course examines all pre-analytical variables in the clinical laboratory setting, including the theory and practice of phlebotomy and specimen processing. The acceptability of a specimen for laboratory testing is also covered.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 413 Clinical Immunology 2 credits
Practical aspects of immunology with emphasis on pathological conditions and laboratory practice are presented.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 428 Cell Morphology 2 credits
This course covers the skills necessary for performing and interpreting manual differentials. Microscope skills, cell morphology, and maturation sequences are topics included within this course. Students will perform manual differentials using both simulation software and microscopes. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of test results and correlation with patient condition.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 437 Laboratory Math and Operations 1 credit
This course covers general laboratory concepts including laboratory math, quality control and assurance, instrumentation, safety, and infection control.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 441 Clinical Hematology and Hemostasis Didactic 5 Credits
This course includes the study of blood cells, bone marrow, and coagulation. Students will learn theory, performance, and interpretation of hematological procedures involving the cellular elements of the blood, and the evaluation of hemostasis.
Prerequisite: MLS 428, MLS 437
MLS 441C Clinical Hematology and Hemostasis Clinical 2 credits
Clinical laboratory experience in hematology and hemostasis is provided in a structured clinical environment. Students will gain experience processing and analyzing patient specimens with a wide variety of complex procedures and instruments. Virtual experience may be used to augment clinical experience, when necessary.
Prerequisite: MLS 428, MLS 437
MLS 446 Clinical Chemistry Didactic 5 credits
Clinical Chemistry seeks to understand the physiologic and biochemical processes present in normal and abnormal states and to provide useful information for the diagnosis or treatment of disease through analyses performed on various types of specimens. Included in this course is the study of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, non-protein nitrogen products, electrolytes, blood gases, acid base balance, hormones, tumor markers, therapeutic drugs, and toxicology.
Prerequisite: MLS 304, MLS 437
MLS 446C Clinical Chemistry Clinical 2 credits
Clinical chemistry laboratory experience is provided in a structured clinical environment. Students will gain experience processing and analyzing patient specimens with a wide variety of complex procedures and instruments. Virtual experience may be used to augment clinical experience, when necessary.
Prerequisite: MLS 304, MLS 437
MLS 451 Educational Development & Research Techniques 2 credits
Educational methodologies and terminology appropriate for student-centered and training environments are covered in this course. Principles and practices of professional conduct and the significance of continuing professional development are also discussed. Clinical study design, implementation, and dissemination of results will be applied within the context of educational and training activities. Students will also complete an education-focused Service-Learning project.
* Indicates a service-learning component as part of the course.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 456 Immunohematology Didactic 5 credits
This course includes the study of the theory, principles, and procedures associated with transfusion medicine. Blood group systems, antibody screening, compatibility testing, and blood component processing are covered in this course.
Prerequisite: MLS 413, MLS 437
MLS 456C Immunohematology Clinical 2 credits
Immunohematology clinical experience will allow students to perform antibody identification techniques, complete blood compatibility testing, and observe how components are used to support patients in a clinical environment. Virtual experience may be used to augment clinical experience, when necessary.
Prerequisite: MLS 413, MLS 437
MLS 461 Clinical Microbiology Didactic 5 credits
This course involves the study of bacteria in relationship to disease in humans. Topics include clinical signs and symptoms of disease process, specimen collection and processing, modes of transmission and methods of identification. Additionally, fungi and parasites as they relate to disease in humans will be explored.
Prerequisite: MLS 437
MLS 461C Clinical Microbiology Clinical 2 credits
Clinical microbiology clinical experience will allow students to process a variety of patient specimens in the microbiology laboratory and gain experience with a wide variety of state-of-the art procedures and equipment for the isolation and identification of pathogenic microorganisms. Virtual experience may be used to augment clinical experience, when necessary.
Prerequisite: MLS 437
MLS 470 Laboratory Management 1 credit
Basic management principles appropriate for a contemporary clinical laboratory are covered in this course. Topics include problem-solving and decision making, human resources guidelines, financial concepts, accreditation, and laboratory information systems.
Prerequisite: Accepted into MLS Program or permission of the instructor.
MLS 475 Medical Laboratory Science Review 1 credit
The course provides a structured framework to guide students to review concepts covered throughout the MLS curriculum.
Prerequisites: MLS 441, MLS 441C, MLS 446, MLS 446C, MLS 451