Medical Laboratory Technology   Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

This Program is Accredited by:

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical
Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
8410 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Suite 670
Chicago, IL 60631

773.714.8880
www.naacls.org

Medical Advisor --- Richard Patton, MD, Northwest Hospital, Seattle, WA

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MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 121
Essentials of Phlebotomy (3)
A lecture and laboratory class that includes basic phlebotomy to include the role of the phlebotomist, safety and infection control, equipment, specimen processing, and practice with classmates performing capillary and venipuncture techniques. Previously MLT 214. Prerequisites: ESL, Level 4, ASSET ENGL 080. Recommend HCI 135/ESL 002 for non-native speakers. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 122
Phlebotomy Laboratory Basics (3)
Students develop skills in critical thinking, use of a laboratory computer system, and specimen processing for the workplace. Safety and universal precautions standards will be emphasized. Previously MLT 217. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Phlebotomy or MLT Program or instructor permission. ENGL 100 required and ESL 095 recommended. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 123
AIDS & HIV Education for Health Care Workers (1)
An introduction to AIDS and HIV for health care workers. Topics include HIV risk exposure, recommended infection control measures, symptoms of the disease process, opportunistic infections and bloodborne pathogens. HIV laboratory test procedures will be reviewed. Outside class activities will be assigned. Meets the Washington State requirement for HIV/AIDS education for health care workers. Previously MLT 216. Prerequisites: Successful completion ENGL 090. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 132
Phlebotomy Practicum (4)
Online tasks and course requirements including 40-160 hours phlebotomy training in a health care facility per program policy. Health insurance and Hepatitis B vaccination, PPD and Criminal History Background Check. Previously MLT 215. Prerequisite: MLT 121 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. ESL level 6 or ASSET ENGL 080. Admissions to Phlebotomy Program. Mandatory P/0.0 grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 180
Introduction to Medical Lab Procedures (5)
An introduction to procedures used in the clinical or biological laboratory. Emphasis on laboratory safety, measurement, specimen collection, quality control procedures, basic laboratory theory and instruments. Theory and clinical procedures in urinalysis. Previously MLT 197. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 200
MLT Phlebotomy Skills Lab (1)
Laboratory class to give MLT students basic phlebotomy skills and techniques using a variety of equipment. Student will draw blood specimens on classmates, process samples and use laboratory information system to order a laboratory test. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MLT Program and/ or instructor permission. Mandatory P/NC grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 221
Hematology Lecture (6)
Basic theory of clinical hematology including normal and abnormal development of cellular components of blood as manifested in disease, diagnostic hematologic tests performed, and theory of coagulation, and diagnostic tests performed for detecting coagulopathies. Previously MLT220. Instructor permission required. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 222
Clinical Chemistry Lecture (6)
The theoretical and practical concepts associated with testing procedures, including fundamentals of instrumentation, methodology, quality control, and biochemistry related to substances tested in the clinical chemistry laboratory. Previously MLT 226. Prerequisites: MLT 180 and CHEM 102 with a grade of 2.0 or better; admission into MLT program.rading. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 223
Parasitology and Mycology Lecture (3)
Basic theory and clinical procedures used to isolate and identify intestinal, blood and tissue parasites; dermatophytes, systemic and subcutaneous fungi. Instructor approval required. Previously MLT 224. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 224
Clinical Microbiology Lecture (5)
Basic theory of clinical microbiology including disease states, isolation and identification of bacterial organisms. Emphasis is placed on media selection and interpretation of result diagnostic tests. Previously MLT 228. Prerequisites: BIOL& 260 with a grade of 2.0 or better; admission into the MLT program. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 225
Immunology Lecture (3)
Basic theory and diagnostic procedures in clinical immunology and serology. Nature and production of immunoglobulins, antigen-antibody reactions, natural and acquired immunity, introduction to genetics, introduction to immunologic diseases with particular emphasis on Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Prerequisites: Admission to MLT Program or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 231
Hematology Laboratory (3)
Basic application of clinical hematology including normal and abnormal development of cellular components of blood as manifested in disease, diagnostic hematologic tests performed, and theory of coagulation and diagnostic tests performed. Previously MLT 221. Prerequisites: Admission to MLT Program or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 232
Clinical Chemistry Lab (3)
Application of theoretical techniques used in the clinical chemistry laboratory. Manual testing, sample preparation, automated testing, quality control and disease states. Emphasis placed on obtaining a strong understanding of the variables associated with chemical procedures and their control, and the theories behind chemistry tests. Previously MLT 227. Prerequisites: MLT 180 and CHEM 102 with a grade of 2.0 or bethe MLT program. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 233
Parasitology & Mycology Lab (1)
Basic techniques and procedures used in parasitology and mycology laboratories. Collection, processing, direct examinations and concentration techniques. Microscopic identification of organisms, review of staining techniques, quality control, wet mounts and culture identification. Emphasis is placed on organism identification in parasitology. Previously MLT 225. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 234
Clinical Microbiology Laboratory (3)
Isolate and identify clinically significant microorganisms from specimens and cultures. Emphasis placed on sterile technique, safety, quality control, isolation techniques, quality assurance and identification of microorganisms. Previously MLT 229. Prerequisites: BIOL& 260 with a grade of 2.0 or better and admission into the MLT Program. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 235
Immunology Laboratory (2)
Basic techniques and procedures used in the immunology/serology laboratory. Qualitative and quantitative direct and indirect tests for antibodies and antigens. Safety, quality control and pipetting. Previously MLT 223. Prerequisites: Admission to MLT Program or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 241
Hematology Practicum (6)
Practical experience in clinical laboratories, 40 hours per week for 4 weeks. The student will become proficient in performing laboratory procedures and in utilizing of laboratory equipment in hematology, coagulation, urinalysis and body fluids. Previously MLT 230. Prerequisite: Admission to MLT program or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 242
Chemistry Practicum (6)
Practical experience in clinical laboratories, 40 hours per week for 4 weeks. The student will become proficient in performing laboratory procedures and in utilizing of laboratory equipment in clinical chemistry. Previously MLT 231. Prerequisite: admission to MLT program or instructor permission. Mandatory P/NC grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 244
Microbiology Practicum (6)
Practical experience in clinical laboratories, 40 hours per week for 4 weeks. The student will become proficient in performing laboratory procedures and in utilizing laboratory equipment in microbiology, parasitology, mycology, and serology. Previously MLT 232. Prerequisite: Admission to MLT program or instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 245
Integrated Immunohematology (11)
An intensive, concentrated blood bank lecture/lab and clinical problem-solving course. Theory and practical application include: blood group serology, compatibility testing, antibody identification, QC, preparation/storage of donor units and blood components, and incompatibility resolution. Previously MLT 233. Prerequisite: Admissions to MLT Program.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 291
Special Topics in Medical Lab Technology (1)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Medical Lab Technology. Previously MLT 281. Permission.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 292
Special Topics in Medical Lab Technology (2)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Medical Lab Technology. Previously MLT 282. Permission.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 293
Special Topics in Medical Lab Technology (3)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Medical Lab Technology. Previously MLT 283. Permission.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 297
Individual Project in Medical Lab Technology (1)
Individual project in a specific area of Medical Lab Technology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of student's educational and work experience.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 298
Individual Project in Medical Lab Technology (2)
Individual project in a specific area of Medical Lab Technology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of student's educational and work experience.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGY 299
Individual Project in Medical Lab Technology (3)
Individual project in a specific area of Medical Lab Technology. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of student's educational and work experience.

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This Program is Accredited by:

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
8410 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670
Chicago, IL 60631-3415
773-714-888

Medical Advisor --- Richard Patton, MD, Northwest Hospital, Seattle, WA

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