MLTE 124 Medical Lab Fundamentals

This course is an introduction to procedures used in the medical laboratory. Students will learn the application of basic techniques and instruments used in all areas of medical laboratories. These correlate with core MLT courses to include activities for phlebotomy, waived testing, urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, immunology, blood banking and microbiology.

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

90

MLTE 124Medical Lab Fundamentals

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

Health Science and Human Services Academic

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

90

III. Catalog Course Description

This course is an introduction to procedures used in the medical laboratory. Students will learn the application of basic techniques and instruments used in all areas of medical laboratories. These correlate with core MLT courses to include activities for phlebotomy, waived testing, urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, immunology, blood banking and microbiology.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Perform lab work in a safe and ethical manner, respecting safety of patients, fellow students, laboratory staff, the public, and themselves.
  • Develop situational awareness and self-confidence in the laboratory to safely organize and prioritize lab work.
  • Develop professional behaviors consistent with the guidelines described by the profession, NIC Medical Laboratory Technology Program and Division of Health Profession
  • Perform basic laboratory testing using lab equipment, instruments, and standard operating procedures from various laboratory department as available.
  • Use of the microscope for medical oriented analysis.
  • Utilize MLT core courses theory for psychomotor activities to technician. Reinforce concepts and gain basic competencies at a level of an entry level medical lab

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies