MLT Medical Laboratory Technology
MLT 131 - Hematology 2 Credits
Covers an introduction to phlebotomy and hematology testing. This is an introductory
course for Medical Laboratory Technician students and a complete hematology module
for phlebotomy students.
(Contact hours - 45)
MLT 132 - Hematology II 4 Credits
Covers advanced theory and practical application of hematology and hemostasis systems
as they relate to the medical laboratory. Laboratory techniques, instrumentation,
safety, and quality assurance in the hematology/hemostasis lab are applied. Blood
cell formation, cell function and morphology, and coagulation topics are covered.
Correlation of test results to blood disorders is explored. Body fluid analysis will
be covered including manual counts and laboratory procedures.
(Contact hours - 90)
Prerequisite: MLT 131 Hematology with a 70% or better and Accuplacer scores of English 95+, EA
85+ and Reading of 80+. Students with scores below these will not be admitted in to
the MLT 132 class until developmental courses are completed.
MLT 141 - Immunohematology/Immunology 4 Credits
Covers theoretical principles and procedures in immunology and immunohematology as
they pertain to the clinical laboratory. Blood banking procedures will be covered
including: antigens, antibodies, immune system responses, genetics, antibody identification,
compatibility testing, transfusion reactions, component therapy, donor selection and
tests, autoimmune hemolytic anemias and hemolytic disease of the newborn. Proficient
performance of related laboratory testing is mandatory.
(Contact hours - 90)
Prerequisite: MLT 132 Hematology II, BIO 111 Biology; Co-Requisite: BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology
II
MLT 142 - Urinalysis 2 Credits
Provides the student with theory and practice in performing urinalysis, including
kidney function and urine formation. Urinalysis consist of examination of the physical,
chemical, and microscopic components of urine. Analysis of other body fluid including
cerebrospinal (CSF), serous, amniotic, synovial, seminal, vaginal, and feces are included.
(Contact hours - 45)
Prerequisite: BIO 111 Biology, BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I, CHE 111 General College Chemistry,
and MLT 132 Hematology II or Permission of instructor.
MLT 180 - Internship/ Blood Banking I 1 Credit
Provides clinical laboratory experience in the principles and procedures of clinical
immunohematology. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of knowledge and technical
skills in a clinical environment.
(Contact hours - 45)
Prerequisite: MLT 141 Immunology/Immunohematology
MLT 182 - Internship II /Hematology, Coagulation & Urinalysis 3.5 Credits
Provides the student with clinical laboratory experience in the principles and procedures
of clinical hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis. Emphasis is placed on the implementation
of knowledge and technical skills in a clinical environment.
(Contact hours - 157.5)
Prerequisite: MLT 132 Hematology II, MLT 142 Urinalysis
MLT 231 - Clinical Microbiology 4 Credits
Explains the basic skills, principles, and techniques for the staining, culturing,
isolation, and identification of microorganisms of medical importance. Student will
interpret clinical specimens to provide data correlation including diagnostics and
treatment. Techniques for determining antibiotic sensitivity will be demonstrated.
Public health, safety and quality control will also be emphasized.
(Contact hours - 90)
Corequisite.: BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II
Prerequisite: BIO 111 Biology
MLT 232 - Parasitology/Mycology 2 Credits
Provides the student with an introduction to basic laboratory identification and classification
of medically significant isolates in parasitology and mycology. Laboratory safety,
specimen selection, processing, isolation, and identification methods will be covered.
Epidemiology and pathogenesis of mycosis and parasitic infections will be emphasized.
(Contact hours - 45)
Prerequisite: MLT 231 Clinical Microbiology
MLT 241 - Clinical Chemistry 2 Credits
Covers basic laboratory math, basic instrumentation, safety and quality control, basic
theory and result evaluation of electrolytes, kidney function, and liver function
test. This course is designed as an introduction course to clinical chemistry for
Medical Laboratory Technician students.
(Contact hours - 45)
Prerequisite: MAT 121 College algebra, CHE 111 General College Chemistry
MLT 242 - Clinical Chemistry II 4 Credits
Covers advanced clinical chemistry theory, organ functions and disease correlations.
Manual and automated chemistry testing is performed in the laboratory portion of the
course.
(Contact hours - 90)
Prerequisite: MLT 241 Clinical Chemistry
MLT 253 - Seminar/Comprehensive Exams 1 Credit
Prepares students for board exams and maintenance of certification through continuing
education. Writing resumes, interviewing and job skills are practiced. Students
will have the opportunity to complete multiple mock Medical Laboratory Technician
(MLT) board exams.
(Contact hours - 15)
Corequisite.: MLT 182 Internship II / Hematology, Coagulation & Urinalysis
Prerequisite: All 200 level MLT courses
MLT 280 - Internship III /Clinical Chemistry 3.5 Credits
Provides the student with clinical laboratory experience in the principles and procedures
of clinical chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of knowledge and technical
skills in a clinical environment.
(Contact hours - 157.5)
Prerequisite or Corequisite: MLT 242 Clinical Chemistry II
MLT 282 - Internship IV / Microbiology 2 Credits
Provides the student with clinical laboratory experience in the principles and procedures
of clinical microbiology. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of knowledge and
technical skills in a clinical environment.
(Contact hours - 90)
Corequisite.: MLT 232 Parasitology/Mycology
Prerequisite: MLT 231 Clinical Microbiology
