Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
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MLS 401 Laboratory Fundamentals (2 Credit Hours)
Introduction to life in the clinical laboratory. Safety practices, laboratory mathematics, statistical analysis, and fundamental laboratory training in phlebotomy, pipetting, microscopy and calibrations.
Demonstrate and identify safe and professional knowledge consistent with the field of Medical Laboratory Science, including use of universal precautions and ability to decipher Safety Data Sheets; Accurately perform skills needed in medical laboratory science including phlebotomy, processing of specimens, pipetting, microscopy, and calibrations\\n; Demonstrate competency in use of laboratory calculations\\n; Understand the history and role Medical Laboratory Scientists play in health care
Outcomes
Demonstrate and identify safe and professional knowledge consistent with the field of Medical Laboratory Science, including use of universal precautions and ability to decipher Safety Data Sheets; Accurately perform skills needed in medical laboratory science including phlebotomy, processing of specimens, pipetting, microscopy, and calibrations\\n; Demonstrate competency in use of laboratory calculations\\n; Understand the history and role Medical Laboratory Scientists play in health careMLS 410 Clinical Immunology (2 Credit Hours)
This course focuses on principles and procedures of immunology and serology. Emphasis will be on the role of the immune system in health and disease and developing an understanding of the role of both humoral and cellular immunity. Admission to M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program. Upon completion, students will demonstrate understanding of the discipline of immunology and apply theoretical concepts to differentiate patient health and disease states.
MLS 415 Urinalysis and Body Fluids (2 Credit Hours)
Theoretical and applied concepts related to the formation, collection, processing, and evaluation of urine and body fluids. Study of urine and body fluids including chemical, physical, and microscopic properties. This course also encompasses the evaluation of normal fluid characteristics, and those that reflect abnormality or disease. Restricted to students in the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program. Upon completion, students will be able to explain the formation of fluids in the human body and correlate normal and pathological states associated with chemical, physical and microscopic findings.
MLS 420 Molecular Diagnostics (2 Credit Hours)
This course is will provide students with an understanding of the processes which have been collectively referred to as molecular biology as they relate to laboratory medicine. Instruction emphasizes molecular methodologies and current applications of molecular diagnostics utilized in the clinical laboratory. Upon completion of this course students will gain a background in molecular biology which will promote critical thinking and problem solving as it relates to clinical molecular diagnostics.
MLS 430 Clinical Chemistry I (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Admission to M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program
This course is designed for medical laboratory science students to gain an understanding of the analytical principles and components of instrumentation utilized in clinical chemistry laboratories.
Upon completion of this course, students will describe chemical constituents of bodily fluids, their regulation and laboratory methods of analysis for compounds including electrolytes, carbohydrates, lipids and proteins
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will describe chemical constituents of bodily fluids, their regulation and laboratory methods of analysis for compounds including electrolytes, carbohydrates, lipids and proteinsMLS 440 Clinical Chemistry II (2 Credit Hours)
Advanced course in clinical chemistry/biochemistry which continues study of measurement and interpretation of chemical constituents in human blood and body fluids. Topics include endocrinology, organ systems, therapeutic drug monitoring, toxicology, tumor markers and nutritional chemistry. This course will prepare students for their clinical practicum in Clinical Chemistry. Enrollment Condition: Admission to the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program
Upon completion, students will be able to identify interrelated human metabolic functions in normal and disease states, analyze laboratory data, interpret results, and utilize information to determine a diagnosis
Outcomes
Upon completion, students will be able to identify interrelated human metabolic functions in normal and disease states, analyze laboratory data, interpret results, and utilize information to determine a diagnosisMLS 450 Hematology (2 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 450L
This course focuses on the study of formed elements of blood including production and maturation. Normal cell morphology and abnormal morphologic changes due to disease states are studied. Recognition and correlation of pathological changes in morphology, cytochemistry and distribution of cells in peripheral blood and bone marrow are discussed. This course will prepare students for their clinical practicum in Hematology.
Describe the physiology, development of cells, and process of hematopoiesis; Discuss the function of normal cellular elements of blood and associate abnormal elements to disease states; Identify the morphological characteristics of both normal and abnormal cellular elements of blood; Describe anemias, determine appropriate testing for disorder, and classify based on morphology and underlying cause; Differentiate myeloproliferative, myelodysplastic, and lymphoproliferative disorders by connecting laboratory findings with diagnosis
Outcomes
Describe the physiology, development of cells, and process of hematopoiesis; Discuss the function of normal cellular elements of blood and associate abnormal elements to disease states; Identify the morphological characteristics of both normal and abnormal cellular elements of blood; Describe anemias, determine appropriate testing for disorder, and classify based on morphology and underlying cause; Differentiate myeloproliferative, myelodysplastic, and lymphoproliferative disorders by connecting laboratory findings with diagnosisMLS 450L Hematology Laboratory (2 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 450
This course emphasizes the integration of hematologic theory and applied laboratory practice to prepare students for clinical testing environments. Students perform manual and automated hematologic procedures while applying conceptual knowledge to interpret laboratory results. Professional conduct and laboratory safety are emphasized throughout the course. This course will prepare students for their clinical practicum in Hematology.
Demonstrate competency in routine and specialized hematology procedures, including identification and troubleshooting of common sources of laboratory error to ensure accurate patient results; Analyze and evaluate laboratory findings with hematologic disease states, including anemias, leukocyte disorders, and platelet abnormalities, using provided cases and unknown specimen analysis; Apply laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and PPE use, to promote personal and laboratory safety
Outcomes
Demonstrate competency in routine and specialized hematology procedures, including identification and troubleshooting of common sources of laboratory error to ensure accurate patient results; Analyze and evaluate laboratory findings with hematologic disease states, including anemias, leukocyte disorders, and platelet abnormalities, using provided cases and unknown specimen analysis; Apply laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and PPE use, to promote personal and laboratory safetyMLS 455 Hemostasis (2 Credit Hours)
This course will cover the mechanisms by which blood coagulates. Topics explored include the pathophysiology of hemostatic disorders and the antithrombotic therapies utilized to manage them. Focus on examination of the coagulation system and correlations of laboratory results to clinical findings in the classification of disorders. Admission to the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program. Upon completion of this course students will apply knowledge of the process of coagulation to interpret laboratory results as they relate to hemostatic dysfunctions and treatment of clinical disease.
MLS 460 Immunohematology (3 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 460L
This course focuses on principles of antigen/antibody reactions and their relevance to Immunohematology. The ABO and Rh systems, major blood group systems, regulation, common procedures, adverse reactions, and donation of blood components are all studied as integral parts to the practice of transfusion medicine. This course will prepare students for a clinical practicum in Immunohematology.
Apply theoretical Immunohematology concepts in the technical evaluation of the antigen and antibody characteristics of blood group systems; Evaluate ABO/Rh blood groups and resolve discrepancies utilizing forward and reverse blood typing of test samples; Solve simple and complex antibody identifications, including identification of multiple antibodies; Analyze the roles and responsibilities of the transfusion service within the healthcare system, including donor screening, blood component selection, transfusion support, and specialized testing for maternal, neonatal, and other special patient populations
Outcomes
Apply theoretical Immunohematology concepts in the technical evaluation of the antigen and antibody characteristics of blood group systems; Evaluate ABO/Rh blood groups and resolve discrepancies utilizing forward and reverse blood typing of test samples; Solve simple and complex antibody identifications, including identification of multiple antibodies; Analyze the roles and responsibilities of the transfusion service within the healthcare system, including donor screening, blood component selection, transfusion support, and specialized testing for maternal, neonatal, and other special patient populationsMLS 460L Immunohematology Laboratory (2 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 460
This course focuses on applying immunohematology theory through hands-on laboratory testing and clinical problem solving. Students perform routine and specialized immunohematology testing, interpret serologic findings, and resolve discrepancies using case-based and unknown specimens to support transfusion decision-making. This course will prepare students for a clinical practicum in Immunohematology.
Perform routine and specialized immunohematology testing, including ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening and identification, and compatibility testing, following established laboratory procedures;Interpret serologic reactions and laboratory data to identify clinically significant antibodies and discrepancies;Use laboratory findings from given cases and unknown specimens to resolve immunohematologic problems and support appropriate transfusion decisions; Apply laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and PPE use, to promote personal and laboratory safety
Outcomes
Perform routine and specialized immunohematology testing, including ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening and identification, and compatibility testing, following established laboratory procedures;Interpret serologic reactions and laboratory data to identify clinically significant antibodies and discrepancies;Use laboratory findings from given cases and unknown specimens to resolve immunohematologic problems and support appropriate transfusion decisions; Apply laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and PPE use, to promote personal and laboratory safetyMLS 465 Laboratory Leadership I (1 Credit Hour)
Pre-requisites: Admission to the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program
This first of three courses in the leadership series, prepares the student for an entry-level laboratory position by developing skills in basic laboratory management practices including principles of leadership, functions of a manager, and personnel management.
Upon completion of this course students will be able to utilize leadership theories to evaluate and demonstrate effective management through evaluation of common clinical laboratory issues
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will be able to utilize leadership theories to evaluate and demonstrate effective management through evaluation of common clinical laboratory issuesMLS 466 Laboratory Leadership II (1 Credit Hour)
The second installment in the three course Leadership series prepares the student for a laboratory position by developing skills in basic laboratory management practices including financial considerations, laboratory regulations, and laboratory operations. Admission to the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program. Upon completion of this course students will exhibit knowledge of the financial requirements needed for effective laboratory management and the role of laboratorians in regulation and accreditation of laboratories.
MLS 467 Laboratory Leadership III (1 Credit Hour)
The final installment in the Leadership series of courses prepares the student for a laboratory position by developing skills in career planning, introduction to professional development, grant writing, and process improvement planning. Completion of MLS 466 Laboratory Leadership II and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science handbook. Upon completion of this course students will exhibit skills needed for effective laboratory management including departmental improvement planning, professional development and performance feedback.
MLS 470 Bacteriology and Virology (3 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 470L
Introduction to bacteria and viruses, with a focus on organisms that are medically relevant to humans. Specimen collection, processing, identification techniques, and recognition of key diagnostic features will be emphasized. Students will correlate clinical features to laboratory findings. This course will prepare students for their clinical practicum in Microbiology.
Differentiate pathogens from commensal bacteria for specific sites of the human body; Evaluate appropriate methods for collection and processing of clinical specimens, transport devices, and diagnostic laboratory methods for recovery and identification of bacteria and viruses; Accurately identify bacteria and viruses through key features including specimen type, diagnostic testing, treatment and other clinical information
Outcomes
Differentiate pathogens from commensal bacteria for specific sites of the human body; Evaluate appropriate methods for collection and processing of clinical specimens, transport devices, and diagnostic laboratory methods for recovery and identification of bacteria and viruses; Accurately identify bacteria and viruses through key features including specimen type, diagnostic testing, treatment and other clinical informationMLS 470L Bacteriology Laboratory (2 Credit Hours)
Co-requisites: MLS 470
This course focuses on applying bacteriology concepts through hands-on laboratory work in a student microbiology laboratory. Students connect theoretical knowledge to practice by cultivating organisms, interpreting laboratory results, and evaluating organism significance within diagnostic workflows. Emphasis is placed on linking laboratory findings to clinical context, troubleshooting results, and supporting clinical decision-making. This course prepares students for a clinical practicum in Microbiology.
Apply bacteriology concepts through hands-on laboratory practice to evaluate clinically relevant microorganisms from human specimens; Differentiate pathogens from normal or commensal flora by interpreting laboratory findings; Analyze and troubleshoot microbiology testing outcomes through evaluation of laboratory data, organism characteristics, diagnostic methods, workflow, and potential sources of error; Integrate laboratory findings with clinical features to support diagnostic reasoning while adhering to laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and appropriate PPE use
Outcomes
Apply bacteriology concepts through hands-on laboratory practice to evaluate clinically relevant microorganisms from human specimens; Differentiate pathogens from normal or commensal flora by interpreting laboratory findings; Analyze and troubleshoot microbiology testing outcomes through evaluation of laboratory data, organism characteristics, diagnostic methods, workflow, and potential sources of error; Integrate laboratory findings with clinical features to support diagnostic reasoning while adhering to laboratory safety guidelines, including standard precautions and appropriate PPE useMLS 475 Clinical Parasitology and Mycology (2 Credit Hours)
Study of parasites and fungi that are medically relevant to humans. This course introduces students to the taxonomy and identification of morphologic and microscopic characteristics of parasites and fungi. Diagnosis of disease states based upon laboratory findings will be emphasized. Admission to the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science program. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify the pathogenesis, symptomatology, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment for the parasites and fungi included in the course.
MLS 481 Clinical Practice in Hematology (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Completion of MLS 410, MLS 415, MLS 450, MLS 466 and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science Handbook
Clinical experience in Hematology under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students will apply knowledge and clinical skills gained in their first year courses. This course focuses on the acquisition of manual and automated laboratory skills, laboratory safety, understanding the principles of test procedures, instrumentation, and quality control.
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Hematology testing in a medical laboratory
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Hematology testing in a medical laboratoryMLS 482 Clinical Practice in Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Completion of MLS 440, MLS 466, and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science Handbook
Clinical experience in Chemistry under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students will apply knowledge and clinical skills gained in their first year courses. This course focuses on the acquisition of manual and automated laboratory skills, laboratory safety, understanding the principles of test procedures, instrumentation, and quality control.
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Chemistry testing in a medical laboratory
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Chemistry testing in a medical laboratoryMLS 483 Clinical Practice in Immunohematology (3 Credit Hours)
Clinical experience in Immunohematology under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students will apply knowledge and clinical skills gained in their first year courses. This course focuses on the acquisition of manual and automated laboratory skills, laboratory safety, understanding the principles of test procedures, instrumentation, and quality control. Completion of MLS 455, MLS 460, MLS 466, and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science Handbook. Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Immunohematology testing in a medical laboratory.
MLS 484 Clinical Practice in Hemostasis and Body Fluids (1-2 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: MLS 415, MLS 455, MLS 466, and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science Handbook
Clinical experience in Hemostasis, Urinalysis, and other Body Fluid analyses under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Application of knowledge and clinical skills gained from first year courses. Focus on acquisition of manual and automated laboratory skills, laboratory safety, principles of test procedures, instrumentation, and quality control.
Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Hemostasis, Urinalysis, and Body Fluid analyses testing in a medical laboratory
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Hemostasis, Urinalysis, and Body Fluid analyses testing in a medical laboratoryMLS 485 Clinical Practice in Microbiology (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Completion of MLS 470, MLS 475, and good academic standing as defined in the M.S. in Medical Laboratory handbook
Clinical experience in Microbiology under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students will apply knowledge and clinical skills gained in their first-year courses. This course focuses on the acquisition of manual and automated laboratory skills, laboratory safety, understanding the principles of test procedures, instrumentation, and quality control.
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Microbiologic testing in a medical laboratory
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Microbiologic testing in a medical laboratoryMLS 486 Clinical Practice - MLS Special Topics (1-2 Credit Hours)
Clinical experience in specialty areas of laboratory medicine under the guidance of qualified medical laboratory professionals. Students will actively engage in applying the medical knowledge and clinical skills gained in the didactic and student training laboratory courses in Molecular Diagnostics, Flow Cytometry, HLA testing, and laboratory administration. Completion of MLS 420, MLS 466, and good academic standing as defined in the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science handbook. Upon completion of this course students will provide evidence of possessing the knowledge and skills needed to enter into specialty areas of a medical laboratory.
MLS 490 MLS Educational Practice and Review (2 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Completion of MLS 466 and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science handbook
This course will prepare students for taking a Medical Laboratory Science certification exam. Students will gain basic educational and pedagogical approaches needed to train others in the field of Medical Laboratory Science. Application of theories demonstrated through presentation of review lectures and assisting in kinesthetic instruction for laboratory sessions.
Upon completion of this course students will be able to utilize effective teaching strategies to plan and present a lecture unit, including writing objectives and assessment strategies
Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will be able to utilize effective teaching strategies to plan and present a lecture unit, including writing objectives and assessment strategiesMLS 495 Medical Laboratory Science Capstone (1-2 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Completion of MLS 466 and good academic standing as defined by the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science handbook
The MLS Capstone exposes students to leadership and ancillary niche aspects beyond those of a standard Medical Laboratory Science curriculum. Students will create a Capstone project to reflect on their unique experience in the field and demonstrate the capacity to utilize knowledge and make evidence-based decisions regarding laboratory medicine.
This course will provide students the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired in the academic coursework, professional practice, and their Capstone Experience