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Program Overview:
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program prepares the graduate to assume responsibility in various laboratory settings: medical or non-medical, clinical diagnostic or research, hospital or reference laboratories. The MLT program culminates in an Associate in Applied Science degree. Graduates of the program are eligible for national certification. All potential students must take the prescribed general education classes. Core classes in chemistry, hematology, serology, immunohematology, and microbiology study human diseases and laboratory tests that identify them. Students learn to operate equipment in medical laboratories and perform a wide range of procedures. Didactic and clinical instruction emphasize proper specimen collection and handling, understanding testing procedures, safety, quality control, acquisition of technical skills, and troubleshooting techniques.

Medical Laboratory Technician students must pass all courses in the program, as well as the pre-program courses, with at least a C and maintain a minimum term GPA of 2.0 to proceed through the program.

Pre-Program Requirements:
HEA 1225 Intro. to Medical Terminology V3
LSC 1101 General Biology I 4

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CHM 1130

General Chemistry I

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This course provides general principles in chemistry. The course is presented using an atoms-first approach, and focuses on developing an understanding of atomic theory, quantum mechanics, periodic trends, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, aqueous solutions, thermochemistry and gas laws. Gen Ed science credit not granted for both CHM 1120 and CHM 1130. Students should complete CHM 1130 and CHM 1132 and their respective lab courses at the same school. PREREQUISITE: High school chemistry or CHM 1120 Introductory Chemistry, three years of high school mathematics or MTH 1102 College Algebra, or consent of the instructor.

CHM 1131

General Chemistry I Lab

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Applications of general chemistry principles and theories in the laboratory setting including fundamentals of inorganic chemistry, atomic structure and states of matter, bonding, stoichiometry, acid-base concepts, periodicity and solution chemistry. The course provides a strong foundation in chemistry laboratory skills, performance of science investigations, use of scientific equipment, and calculations with experimental data. PREREQUISITE: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHM 1130. If CHM 1130 is dropped, CHM 1131 must also be dropped.

LSC 2110

General Microbiology

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This course is an introduction to microbiology and microorganisms. A survey of major viruses, mycoplasmas, chlamydiae, rickettsiae, eubacteria, protozoa, and fungi along with their morphologies, cytologies, structures, functions, and habitats will be included. Major emphasis will be placed on the roles of pathogenic microbes and their affects on the health and wellbeing of human life. Asepsis, disinfection, bacterial culturing, staining, microscopy, standard universal precautions, human microbial diseases, and immunology will also be covered. Laboratory exercises will be incorporated to support these topics. PREREQUISITE: LSC 1101 General Biology I is strongly recommended to be completed prior to enrolling in this course, or two years high school biology, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

LSC 2111

Human Anatomy & Physiology I

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This course will study the structures and functions and cells, tissues, organs, and some organ systems of the human body. These systems include: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, urinary, and reproductive. Fluids, electrolytes, acids, and bases are also discussed. Human cadavers or alternative selected mammal will be used to reinforce anatomical laboratory skills. Physiological mechanisms will also be emphasized. PREREQUISITE: LSC 1101 General Biology I is strongly recommended to be completed prior to enrolling in this course, or two years high school biology, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

MLT 1201

Introduction to Clinical Lab

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Introductory course into the Medical Laboratory Technician profession. This course provides the fundamentals of the clinical laboratory including safety, basic laboratory mathematics, quality assessment, troubleshooting, and manual/automated methodologies and instrumentation. This course provides essential overview information, as well as, the opportunity for developing technical competencies needed for the clinical laboratory profession.

MLT 1202

Serology/Immunology

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Introductory course into the theoretical principles and procedures of serology/immunology and those applications relevant to the clinical laboratory. Clinical correlations including quality control testing are included in both lecture and laboratory. Included in this course are simulated phlebotomy experiences. This course provides essential overview information, as well as, the opportunity for developing technical competencies needed for clinical rotation and for those entering the medical laboratory profession.

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CHM 1132

General Chemistry II

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Topics include the periodic table of the elements, atomic structure, basic concepts of quantum theory, bonding, stoichiometry of compounds and reactions, thermochemistry, the gaseous state, basic concepts of the liquid and solid states, solutions, acid and bases, equilibrium, acid-base equilibria, solubility equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, coordination compounds, nuclear chemistry and descriptive topics in inorganic chemistry. PREREQUISITE: CHM 1130 General Chemistry I and CHM 1131 General Chemistry I Lab.

CHM 1133

General Chemistry II Lab

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Continued applications of general chemistry principles in the laboratory setting. This course provides a strong foundation in chemistry laboratory skills, performance of science investigations, use of scientific equipment, and calculations with experimental data. PREREQUISITE: CHM 1130 General Chemistry I and CHM 1131 General Chemistry I Lab or consent of instructor. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHM 1132. If CHM 1132 is dropped, CHM 1133 must also be dropped.

LSC 2112

Human Anatomy & Physiology II

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This course completes the study of the structure and function of human organ systems including nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, and digestive. Human cadavers or alternative selected mammal will be used to reinforce anatomical laboratory skills. Physiological mechanisms will be emphasized. PREREQUISITE: LSC 2111 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or its equivalent, or consent of instructor.

MLT 1205

Clinical Microbiology

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Introductory course into the principles and procedures of medical microbiology with emphasis on pathogens commonly found in the clinical laboratory. Taxonomy, identification, culture methods, and antibiotic susceptibility test procedures will be covered in this course. Quality control and clinical correlation will be used to connect learned material with real life application. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in LSC 2110 General Microbiology and MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab.

MLT 1210

Hematology & Hemostasis

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Introductory course into the theoretical principles and procedures of hematology, hemostasis, and body fluid analysis. Clinical correlations including quality control testing are included in both lecture and laboratory. This course provides essential overview information, as well as, an emphasis on the basic procedures performed in most clinical laboratories as well as their uses in the diagnosis and follow up to hematological and coagulation disorders. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab and LSC 2111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I. CO-REQUISITE: LSC 2112 Human Anatomy & Physiology II.

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ENG 1111

Composition I

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Composition I is an introductory course in composition and rhetoric emphasizing expository prose. Major focus is on organization, paragraph structure, and elimination of mechanical errors. The writing course sequence will (1) develop awareness of the writing process; (2) provide inventional, organizational, and editorial strategies; (3) stress the variety of uses for writing; and (4) emphasize critical skills in reading, thinking, and writing. Grade of C or better is required for IAI transfer credit.

ELEC

English Elective

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SPE 1101

Fundamentals of Effective Speaking

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Short informative and persuasive speeches are prepared and presented. This course places emphasis on selection and organization of materials, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery as well as characteristics of effective criticism and listening.

SPE 1111

Interpersonal Communications

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An introduction to the basic theories and concepts relevant to face-to-face interaction. Emphasis is placed on the role of communication in the creation, maintenance, and termination of social, romantic, familial, and professional relationships.

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MLT 2201

Immunohematology

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Introductory course into the theoretical principles and procedures of immunohematology and those applications relevant to the clinical laboratory. Clinical correlations including quality control testing are included in both the lecture and laboratory. This course provides essential overview information, as well as, the opportunity for developing technical competencies in blood banking needed by the clinical laboratory professional. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab, and MLT 1202 Serology/Immunology.

MLT 2202

Adv Hematology & Hemostasis

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This course is a continuation of MLT 1210 with emphasis on theory, procedures, and practical application of hematology, coagulation and body fluid analysis testing. Clinical correlations including quality control testing is included. This course provides information on the procedures performed in most clinical laboratories as well as their uses in the diagnosis and follow up to hematological and coagulation disorders, as well as disorders associated with diseased body fluid states. PREREQUISITE: Grade of C or better in MLT 1210 Hematology & Hemostasis.

MLT 2205

Clinical Rotation I

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This course is an introductory, structured, off-campus clinical laboratory experience under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students receive individualized training and practical experience to develop professional attitudes, competencies, and analytical skills. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in MLT 1205 Clinical Microbiology, MLT 1202 Serology/Immunology, MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab, and MLT 1210 Hematology & Hemostasis.

MLT 2220

Clinical Chemistry

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Introductory course into the theoretical principles and procedures of clinical chemistry and those applications relevant to the clinical laboratory. Clinical correlations including quality control testing are included in both lecture and laboratory. Emphasis is on student performance of clinical chemistry procedures used in diagnosis of human disease, disease processes, laboratory safety, instrumentation, and clinical data evaluation. This course provides essential overview information, as well as, the opportunity for developing technical competencies needed for clinical rotation and for those entering the medical laboratory profession. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C in CHM 1130 General Chemistry I, and CHM 1132 General Chemistry II.

MTH 1151

Finite Mathematics

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This course is designed primarily for those students majoring in business, social and behavioral sciences, and nonphysical sciences. It is not designed to be taken by mathematics majors. This course emphasizes the concepts and applications of mathematics rather than mathematical structures. The following topics are covered: vectors, determinants, matrices and matrix algebra; systems of linear equations and matrices; systems of inequalities and linear programming; simplex method, set theory, Venn Diagrams, logic and Boolean algebra; counting and probability theory; stochastic processes; game theory; Markov chain methods; mathematical modeling; and the mathematics of finance. Technology will be used throughout the course. PREREQUISITE: MTH 1102 College Algebra with a grade of C or better, or sufficient score on the placement test, or consent of instructor.

ELEC

Math Elective

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GEN 2297

Employment Skills

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This course prepares the student for job interviews, job placement, and employment. Verbal and written communication skills are implemented through assigned reports. Topics of discussion and debate range from securing and keeping a job to individual attitudes, work habits, work ethics, and interviewing skills. The student will be required to prepare a written resume and to apply communication skills in practical situations.

MLT 2215

Clinical Rotation II

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This course is a continuation of MLT 2205 Clinical Rotation I to enhance technical skills along with clinical applications in the disciplines of immunohematology, urinalysis, hematology, microbiology, chemistry, serology, and hemostasis. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in MLT 1205 Clinical Microbiology, MLT 1202 Serology/Immunology, MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab, MLT 1210 Hematology & Hemostasis, MLT 2201 Immunohematology, MLT 2220 Clinical Chemistry, and MLT 2205 Clinical Rotation I.

MLT 2221

Advanced Clinical Chemistry

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This course is a continuation of MLT 2220 with emphasis on pathophysiology and testing related to liver function, endocrine function, toxicology testing, therapeutic drug monitoring, tumor markers, cardiac markers, blood gases, and body fluid analysis. PREREQUISITE: Grade of C or better in MLT 2220 Clinical Chemistry.

MLT 2225

Advanced Clinical Microbiology

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This course is a continuation of MLT 1205 which includes principles and procedures of medical microbiology with emphasis on acid fast organisms, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Taxonomy, identification, and culture methods will be covered in this course as well as common diseases caused by microorganisms by anatomical sites will be discussed. Quality control and clinical correlation will be used to connect learned material with real life application. PREREQUISITE: Grade of C or better in MLT 1205 Clinical Microbiology.

MLT 2230

Professional Seminar

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This course is a review of all the major disciplines of the clinical laboratory. Professional and ethical issues concerning the medical laboratory technician are discussed. PREREQUISITES: Grade of C or better in MLT 1205 Clinical Microbiology, MLT 1202 Serology/Immunology, MLT 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab, MLT 1210 Hematology & Hemostasis, MLT 2201 Immunohematology, MLT 2220 Clinical Chemistry, and MLT 2205 Clinical Rotation I.

PSY 1101

General Psychology

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A survey of the study of human and animal behavior with emphasis on the scientific nature of contemporary psychological investigation. Topics may include the biology of behavior, sensation, motivation, emotion, life-span development, personality, abnormal behavior and its therapies, social behavior, and individual differences. NO PREREQUISITE.

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PSY 1101 satisfies the IECC human diversity requirement

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