MLAB Courses

  • MLAB 1127 - Coagulation

    Includes quality control, quality assurance, safety and laboratory procedures which rely on commonly performed manual and semi-automated method

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 1.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1201 - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science

    An introduction to clinical laboratory science, including quality control, laboratory math, safety, laboratory equipment, laboratory settings, accreditation, certification, professionalism, and ethics. Acceptance into MLT-AAS Program required. A grade of "C" or better is required to progress.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 2.0
    Lecture hours: 1.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of "C" or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1231 - Parasitology/Mycology

    A study of the taxonomy, morphology, and pathogenesis of human parasites and fungi, including the practical application of laboratory procedures, quality control, quality assurance, and safety

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 2.0
    Lecture hours: 1.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1291 - Special Topics MLT

    An introductory study to include fundamental microbiology concepts and skills, basic mathematics, and elementary chemistry as they apply specifically to medical laboratory science.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 2.0
    Lecture hours: 1.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of "C" or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1311 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids

    An introduction to urinalysis and body fluid analysis includes the anatomy and physiology of the kidney, physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids as well as quality control, quality assurance and safety

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1315 - Hematology

    The study of blood cells in normal and abnormal conditions. Instruction in the theory and practical application of hematology procedures, including quality control, quality assurance, safety, manual and/or automated methods; red blood cells and white blood cells as well as blood cell maturation sequences, and normal and abnormal morphology and associated disease

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 1335 - Immunology/Serology

    An introduction to the theory and application of basic immunology, including the immune response, principles of antigen-antibody reactions, and the principles of serological procedures as well as quality control, quality assurance, and safety.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.

  • MLAB 2238 - Advanced Topics in Medical Laboratory Technician

    A review course for Medical Laboratory Technology students covering all topics offered in MLT courses. The course examines the integration of all areas of the clinical laboratory and correlates laboratory test data with diagnostic applications and pathophysiology using critical thinking skills.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 2.0
    Lecture hours: 1.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • All MLT courses must be completed or taken concurrently with a grade of “C” or better within program requirements.

  • MLAB 2331 - Immunohematology

    A study of blood group antigens and antibodies. Presents quality control, basic laboratory technique and safety. Includes the principles, procedures and clinical significance of test results in genetics, blood group systems, pre-transfusion testing, adverse effects of transfusions, donor selection and components, and hemolytic disease of the newborn

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
    • Previous completion of MLAB 1335 with a grade "C" or better.

  • MLAB 2401 - Clinical Chemistry

    An introduction to the principles and procedures of various tests performed on Clinical Chemistry. Presents the physiological basis for the test, the principle and procedure for the test and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. Also includes basic chemical laboratory technique, chemical laboratory safety, electrolytes and acid-base balance, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, enzymes, metabolites, endocrine function, and toxicology.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 6.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
    • Previous completion of MLAB 1291 with a grade of “C” or better.

  • MLAB 2434 - Clinical Microbiology

    Introduction in the theory, practical application, and pathogenesis of clinical microbiology, including collection, quality control, quality assurance, safety, setup, identification, susceptibility testing, and reporting results.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 6.0

    Restrictions:

    • A grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
    • Previous completion of MLAB 1291 with a grade of “C” or better.

  • MLAB 2660 - Clinical II

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision, clinical instruction and evaluation is provided by the clinical professional. Students perform laboratory procedures in assigned departments of the clinical laboratory. Departmental rotations include hematology, coagulation, advanced hematology, blood bank, serology, chemistry, and microbiology. Phlebotomy experience will be arranged. A weekly clinical conference will be scheduled.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 6.0

    Restrictions:

    • Concurrent enrollment in MLAB 2661 required.
    • This course requires 18 lab hours.
    • Previous completion of MLAB 2238 with a grade of "C" or better.
    • Acceptable scores in college readiness exam, pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass a criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association. There are 16 hours of required college core academic courses that must be completed prior to graduation. These can be taken prior to entry into the program or concurrently.

  • MLAB 2661 - Clinical III

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision, clinical instruction and evaluation is provided by the clinical professional. Students perform laboratory procedures in assigned departments of the clinical laboratory. Departmental rotations include hematology, coagulation, advanced hematology, blood bank, serology, chemistry, and microbiology. Phlebotomy experience will be arranged. A weekly clinical conference will be scheduled.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 6.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • All MLT courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better within program requirements.
    • Acceptable scores in college readiness exam, pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass a criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association. There are 16 hours of required college core academic courses that must be completed prior to graduation. These can be taken prior to entry into the program or concurrently.