Medical Lab Science (MLS)

MLS 102 MLS Orientation II (1 credit)

An orientation of the field of Clinical Laboratory Science. Professional organizations for the MLS professional, laboratory departments, and employment expectations will be discussed. Medical terminology will be assessed. An independent tour of one of the program's affiliate hospitals and report is necessary to complete this course.

Attributes: Undergraduate

MLS 201 Med Lab Science Seminar (1 credit)

Emphasis is on reading and discussion of current journal articles in medical laboratory science and student preparation of a research paper. Review of application for clinical rotation positions, including resume preparation and interviewing skills.

Prerequisites: (MLS 102 or MT 102)

Attributes: Undergraduate

MLS 401 Fund Oper of Clinical Lab (2 credits)

The learner will be introduced to clinical laboratory techniques including the requisites of medical terminology, ethical behavior, personal safety, specimen integrity and quality assurance.

MLS 402 Clin Parasitology and Mycology (2 credits)

The learner will study medically significant parasites and fungi including specimen collection and safe handling, isolation and growth requirements and methods of identification for diagnosis, disease causation and treatment.

Prerequisites: MLS 401

MLS 411 Clinical Microbiology I (4 credits)

The learner is provided with a comprehensive study of aerobic bacteria involved in human disease encompassing specimen collection, handling, culture requirements, current identification methods and antimicrobial testing used in the clinical laboratory.

MLS 412 Clinical Microbiology II (4 credits)

The learner will continue the study of clinically important microorganisms including fastidious bacteria and viruses, addressing identification by molecular diagnostic procedures and incorporating a body system approach.

Prerequisites: MLS 411

MLS 421 Clinical Hematology I (4 credits)

Hematology is the study of the formed elements of the blood. This course introduces leukocytes, erythrocytes, thrombocytes and hemostasis. Diseases and disorders of erythrocytes will be analyzed as causes of anemia.

MLS 422 Clinical Hematology II (4 credits)

This course builds upon Clinical Laboratory Hematology I and includes the study of hematology instrumentation, special tests, leukocyte disorders and abnormalities in hemostasis. Analysis of body fluid production and function is included.

Prerequisites: MLS 421

MLS 431 Medical Lab Chemistry I (4 credits)

The course presents general principles of the chemical analysis of blood and body fluids, including instrumentation and quality control. Principles of testing assays and the physiologic/biochemical changes occurring in disease states are covered as they relate to the specific analytes discussed.

MLS 432 Medical Lab Chemistry II (3 credits)

Building on MLS 431, this course focuses on analyses used to assess major organ system function. The principles of testing methods and the physiologic and biochemical changes that occur in disease states are covered. Other applications of testing in the chemistry lab are also covered.

Prerequisites: MLS 431

MLS 441 Med Lab Immunology/Serology (2 credits)

The course examines aspects of the immune response and the principles of serologic procedures, with attention to disorders of the immune response and the serological diagnosis of infectious diseases.

MLS 442 Med Lab Immunohematology (3 credits)

Immunohematology applies the concepts of blood group antigens and antibodies to transfusion protocols and certain clinical disease states. Emphasis is placed on integrating theory of testing procedures with their clinical significance. The transfusion process is covered from donor suitability and blood collection/component preparation through pretransfusion and compatibility testing.

Prerequisites: MLS 441

MLS 451 Clinical Lab Practicum I (3 credits)

The MLS student will be introduced to the clinical laboratory and assigned to the first of four departments. Students will apply classroom theory to practice under direct supervision of a preceptor.

MLS 452 Clinical Lab Practicum II (3 credits)

MLS students will continue to develop critical thinking skills, in technique and instrumentation, required to accurately assess patient results while under the direct supervision and guidance of a preceptor.

Prerequisites: MLS 451

MLS 453 Clinical Lab Practicum III (3 credits)

MLS students will relate classroom concepts to laboratory analysis of patient specimens and recognize anomalies. Students will become more autonomous while developing troubleshooting skills and techniques from preceptors.

Prerequisites: MLS 452

MLS 454 Clinical Lab Practicum IV (3 credits)

By the end of this last clinical rotation the MLS student will display the characteristics of an entry level laboratory professional incorporating integrity and reliability, performing work under minimal supervision.

Prerequisites: MLS 453

MLS 461 Lab Leadership Mgmt Skills (4 credits)

This interactive course is designed to foster the skills and knowledge required to become managers and leaders, with an emphasis on the clinical laboratory environment. Topics of current focus and relevance in the MLS field will be presented.

MLS 471 Medical Lab Leadership Skills (2 credits)

This interactive course is designed to foster the skills and knowledge required to become managers and leaders, with an emphasis on the clinical laboratory environment. Topics of current focus and relevance in the MLS field will be presented.