NOTE: Students should assume that all laboratory science courses at this college (AST, BIO, CHE, GLG, MLT, PHS and PHY) will incorporate some level of math. There are no science courses designed to be ‘math free’. The nature of lab is to perform experiments and gather data that will test scientific theory. Working with data will require, at a minimum, some basic mathematics, including use of (+, -, x) calculator. Therefore, even for science courses with no stated math prerequisites, it will be expected that students have math competency at the level of MAT 091 (Beginning Algebra) or its equivalent.

MLT 005. COURSE SPECIFIC STUDY SKILLS FOR MLT 105
1 lec. 0 lab. 0 cr. hr. (1 credit equivalent)

A study skills course designed specifically for MLT 105 students. Course will present systematic study strategies with guided practice to enable students to master study skills techniques.

MLT 101. CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
3 lec. 3 lab. 4 cr. hrs.

A study of the principles of pathogenic microbes, their isolation and identification, and antibiotic sensitivity testing. Emphasis will be placed on procedures and techniques currently in use in medical laboratories. A study of serological procedures and interpretations will be included. Emphasis will be on performance of procedures and interpretation of results as they relate to disease conditions.
Prerequisite: MLT 105 with a grade of C or better. Course may be
repeated one time.

MLT 105. CLINICAL HEMATOLOGY
3 lec. 3 lab. 4 cr. hrs.

A study of standard tests and techniques presently performed in the clinical laboratory. Course will include emphasis on blood counts, coagulation procedures, hemoglobin, hematocrit, differential smear evaluations, sedimentation rates, indices, platelet and reticulocyte counts. Methods of blood collection, including phlebotomy and capillary puncture techniques, will be taught. Also included is the study of the origin and development of blood, human blood in normal and disease states, blood hemostasis and coagulation deficiencies.
Prerequisite: ENG 092 and MAT 091 with a grade of C or better or eligibility to enroll in ENG 101 and MAT 100 as determined by placement testing results. Grade of C or better required to continue to MLT 101 and MLT 106. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 106. IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY/ SEROLOGY
2 lec. 3 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

A study of the immunological makeup of the human body. Emphasis will be on the immune process, blood banking, blood components, preparation and administration of blood components, the genetics of blood group inheritance and serological testing.
Prerequisite: MLT 105 with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in MLT 202. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 202. PARASITOLOGY/BODY FLUIDS
2 lec. 3 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

Protozoans and helminthes that infect or infest humans will be studied, including the organism’s life cycle, morphology and transmission. Host response and pathology will also be covered. Practical classes on recognition of parasites in stool samples, blood, tissues and free living states are required. Special emphasis is placed upon those aspects of the life cycle that are useful for clinical diagnosis. Body fluids including amniotic, synovial, cerebrospinal and semen will also be studied.
Prerequisite: MLT 101 with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in MLT 106. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 203. CLINICAL CHEMISTRY I
3 lec. 3 lab. 4 cr. hrs.

A study of the basic concepts fundamental to the study of the chemical constituents of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on analytical procedures, interpretation of results, normal values, instrumentation, laboratory mathematics, and theory and application of clinical chemistry procedures. Analysis of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and liver function tests will be covered.
Prerequisite: CHE 121 with a grade of C or better. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 204. CLINICAL CHEMISTRY II
2 lec. 3 lab. 3 cr. hrs.

A continuation of Clinical Chemistry I with emphasis on the more involved and intricate biochemical testing procedures. The study of acid-base balance, electrolytes, enzymes, hormones, therapeutic drugs, toxicology, cerebrospinal fluid and special chemistry will be covered.
Prerequisite: MLT 203 with a grade of C or better. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 207. EXTERNSHIP I
0 lec. 16 lab. 4 cr. hrs.

Resident internship in an approved laboratory where didactics and actual job performance are integrated in a clinical work-study setting. Students will rotate through each department.
Prerequisite: MLT 106 and MLT 202 with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in MLT 204. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 208. EXTERNSHIP II
0 lec. 16 lab. 4 cr. hrs.

A continuation of MLT 207 with continuing rotation through various departments in the clinical laboratory.
Prerequisite: MLT 106 and 202 with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in MLT 204. Course may be repeated one time.

MLT 271. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT I
1 cr. hr.

A special learning experience designed by one or more students with the cooperation and approval of a faculty member. Proposed study plans require departmental approval. Projects may be based on reading, research, community service, work experience, or other activities that advance the student’s knowledge and competence in the field of medical laboratory technology or related areas. The student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 35-50 hours.

MLT 272. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II
2 cr. hrs.

Similar to MLT 271 except that the student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 70-90 hours.

MLT 273. SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III
3 cr. hrs.

Similar to MLT 271 except that the student’s time commitment to the project will be approximately 105-135 hours.