Course Descriptions

MET 112 - Metrology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the principles of dimensional measurement.
2.  Know the methods and skills necessary to perform practical measurements in industry.

MET 113 - Engineering Drawing I w/CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Know the importance of engineering drawing and the requirements of this graphic language.
2.  Demonstrate the ability to construct an acceptable freehand sketch.
3.  Be competent in the use of manual drafting tools and techniques.
4.  Develop technically correct orthographic projections using proper projection techniques and the latest ASME Y14.5M standards.
5.  Demonstrate the ability to dimension a moderately complex part using proper dimensioning techniques.
6.  Generate different types of sectional views and choose which type of section is most appropriate for a given part.
7.  Understand the reasons and concepts of auxiliary views.
8.  Demonstrate the ability to create part drawings using AutoCAD in a timely fashion.

MET 116 - Engineering Drawing II w/CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand Autodesk Inventor’s basic parametric modeling process by demonstrating the ability to create quality solid models.
2.  Apply technical sketching skills of part and assembly concepts.
3.  Generate detailed orthographic and axonometric drawings in a standard industrial format using the latest ASME standards.
4.  Understand and apply the principles of descriptive geometry.
5.  Develop a complete set of working drawings including identification numbers, bill of materials and engineering change documentation.
6.  Have a thorough understanding of fits and tolerances.
7.  Define typical thread notes and fastening techniques.
8.  Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerance symbols and interpret their meaning on an engineering drawing.

MET 121 - Manufacturing Processes I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Calculate speed, feed, and depth of cut for material removal operations using the “Machinery’s Handbook.”
2.  Apply standard safety procedures for a manufacturing environment.
3.  Indentify and perform the basic material removal processes:  facing, turning, drilling, boring, honing and milling.
4.  Improve your skills for working effectively in a team environment.
5.  Communicate the steps required to manufacture a product using industry standard terms.
6.  Accurately use basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, and attribute gages to achieve the desired sizes of parts and/or part features.
7.  Understand the fundamental methods of fusion and solid state welding.
8.  Have a better understanding of how raw materials are turned into useful products.

MET 122 - Manufacturing Processes II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Improve their skills for working effectively in a team environment.
2.  Be familiar with the control unit on a typical CNC machine tool to store, load and edit programs.
3.  Demonstrate proficiency in CNC programming basic parts and be able to de-bug the CNC program if there is a problem.
4.  Understand when and how to use looping (subprograms) in CNC programming.
5.  Be knowledgeable with gear terminology, types of gears and understand how to calculate simple speed ratios.
6.  Understand the fundamental types of heat treatment processes used on steel.
7.  Understand the difference between expendable-mold casting processes and multiple-use mold casting processes.
8.  Understand what indexing is and where it is used in the manufacture of parts.
9.  Understand the difference between Hot and Cold working processes.

MET 134 - Statics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the nature of rigid bodies, and the fact that they represent an idealization of real bodies.
2.  Understand the nature of forces and moments, and will be capable of recognizing forces and moments acting on bodies.
3.  Apply the principles of static equilibrium to the analysis of structures and machines.
4.  Experimentally verify the laws of friction, and be capable of applying them to a variety of cases.
5.  Locate centroids and centers of gravity, and compute moments of inertia.

MET 164 - Quality Systems

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the concept of quality in products and services, and customer satisfaction.
2.  Understand total quality management and its principles and practices in continuous process improvement.
3.  Use the mathematics of collection, organization and interpretation of data to produce graphical displays.
4.  Apply the basic concepts of statistics to manufacturing processes in order to conduct, analyze and interpret quantitative data.
5.  Produce control charts as a method of analysis and presentation of a particular variation in a process.
6.  Use Minitab statistical software package for its wide range of data analysis and graphics capabilities.

MET 170 - Metallurgy

MET 200 - Senior Seminar

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Have experience developing concepts within teams.
2.  Have the integration of knowledge from various academic courses.
3.  Have insight into the practice of mechanical engineering technology.
4.  Have a sense of the joy of technical work.

MET 211 - Mechanical CAD

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply technical sketching skills of parts and assembly concepts.
2.  Understand Mechanical CAD as a 3D feature based associative, parametric solid modeling system for part and assembly design.
3.  Have a through understanding of and apply the constructive solid geometry concepts and Boolean operations used in 3D modeling.
4.  Demonstrate the ability to utilize CAD to create quality solid models in a timely fashion.
5.  Perform basic design changes and modifications.
6.  Generate detailed working drawings in a standard industrial format using the latest ASME standards.
7.  Demonstrate the ability to create a model using the college’s 3D modeler and its software package.

MET 213 - Pro/Engineer

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply technical sketching skills of parts and assembly concepts.
2.  Understand PRO/ENGINEER as a 3D feature based associative, parametric solid modeling system for part and assembly design.
3.  Have a thorough understanding of and apply the constructive solid geometry concepts and Boolean operations used in 3D modeling.
4.  Demonstate the ability to utilize CAD to create quality solid models in a timely fashion.
5.  Perform basic design changes and modifications.
6.  Generate detailed working drawings in a standard industrial format using the latest ASME standards.
7.  Demonstrate the ability to create a model using the college’s 3D modeler and its software package.

MET 220 - Programming CNC Machine Tools

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Set up a CNC machine (load and touch off tools, load programs).
2.  Be familiar with the controls of a typical CNC machine.
3.  Program basic linear and circular part geometry.
4.  Know when and how to use subprograms, cutter compensation and canned cycles.
5.  Make necessary corrections to programs and machine set-up to run quality parts.

MET 223 - Computer Integrated Machining

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Create basic 2D and 3D geometry using MaterCAM X.
2.  Assign toolpaths to cut parts using MasterCAM X.
3.  Create programs using the MasterCAM X-Fanuc post.
4.  Transfer programs to a CNC machine.
5.  Operate a CNC machine.

MET 234 - Dynamics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Use mathematical and graphical techniques to analyze the motion of bodies and simple mechanisms.
2.  Apply the principles of equilibrium to the analysis of the forces acting on accelerating bodies.
3.  Determine the magnitudes of work, Kinetic energy, and potential energy interchanges.
4.  Possess an elementary understanding of impulse and mementum, and be capable to analyzing their interchanges.

MET 235 - Strength of Materials

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Calculate direct normal, shear, and bearing stresses.
2.  Understand stress vs. strain graph and be able to determine yield strength, ultimate strength, and modulus of elasticity.
3.  Understand design factor and be able to design a member under direct stress.
4.  Design circular members under torsion and apply stress concentration factors.
5.  Develp shear force and bending moment diagrams for simple and cantilever beams.
6.  Apply bending stress and shear stress equations relative to beam design.
7.  Operate industry standard mechanical testing machines.
8.  Produce clear, concise, and accurate lab reports.

MET 238 - Mechanical Design

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the nature of combined stress, and be capable of recognizing combined stress in elements of structures and machines.
2.  Design a range of machine elements (shafts, gears, bearings, etc.) based upon strength and functional requirements.
3.  Consider machining, assembly, and other manufacturing requirements in the design process.
4.  Have experience in the design of mechanical assemblies.
5.  Integrate fluid mechanical, and thermodynamic principles into the analysis and design of machines.

MET 243 - Fluid Mechanics

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: MET 134 Statics.

Credits: 3
Hours
2 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Apply the principles of equilibrium to fluid systems.
2.  Design series piping systems for conditions of steady flow.
3.  Select an appropriate pump for fluid-handling systems.
4.  Have had experience testing pumps, fans, and piping systems as part of a team.
5.  Prepare laboratory reports to the level of standard professional conventions.

MET 244 - Thermodynamics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the behavior of single and two-phase substances, and be capable of determining their response to thermal and mechanical energy transfers.
2.  Give an elementary explanation of the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, and will understand the implications of these laws for technology, society, and the environment.
3.  Apply the Laws of Thermodynamics to the analysis and design of heat engines and thermal devices.
4.  Have had experience testing heat engines and thermal devices as part of a team.
5.  Prepare laboratory reports to the level of standard professional conventions.

MET 252 W - Engineering Materials

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites: MET 235 Strength of Materials or Department Chairperson’s Approval.

Credits: 4
Hours
3 Class Hours, 3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand the composition-structure-processing-properties relationship of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites.
2.  Know the structural make-up of individual atoms and be able to predict the predominant bond type.
3.  Define the atomic arrangement of crystalline material and understand the importance of crystal imperfections.
4.  Have a thorough understanding of the strengthening process of strain hardening, solid solution strengthening, and dispersion of strengthening.
5.  Describe the heat treating processes associated with slow cooling and quench & temper for such materials as brass, aluminum, and steel.
6.  Interpret isomorphous, eutectic, and eutectoid phase diagrams.
7.  Understand the statistical nature of brittle failure in ceramics.
8.  Describe the structural response of polymers and FRP’s to applied stresses.
9.  Conduct metallographic preparation and microscopic examination of various metals.
10.  Have produced clear, concise, and accurate lab reports.
11.  Have completed a research paper on a materials topic and have delivered an oral report.

MET 298 - Cooperative Work Experience

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: Placement by Department Chairperson.

Credits: 1
Hours
10-20 hours per week.
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Have an understanding of their field of engineering technology.
2.  Have experience directly related to their field of study.
3.  Have on-the-job experience and have earned some money.

MET 299 - Independent Study

MLT 110 - Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate appropriate professional behavior.
2.  Identify the health care providers in hospitals and clinics and describe their academic preparation and roles on the health care team.
3.  Describe the various hospital departments and their major functions.
4.  Describe the organizational structure of the clinical laboratory department.
5.  Discuss the roles of the clinical laboratory personnel and their qualification for these professional positions.
6.  List the most common types of laboratory procedures performed in the various sections of the clinical laboratory department.
7.  Describe the roles of federal and state regulations on testing in the clinical laboratory.
8.  Identify policies and procedures for maintaining laboratory safety.
9.  Identify and discuss the modes of transmission of infection and methods for prevention.
10.  Identify and properly label biohazardous specimens.
11.  Describe electrical, chemical, radiation and biological hazards and fire safety procedures used in hospitals, including the clinical lab.
12.  Explain basic types of isolation and exposure control techniques.
13.  Discuss in detail the standard precautions outlined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
14.  Discuss in detail and perform proper infection control techniques, such as hand washing, gowning, gloving, masking, and double-bagging.
15.  Explain the roles of temperament and communication style in interpersonal and professional relationships.
16.  Distinguish between values and ethics.
17.  Discuss and explain the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality.
18.  Define professionalism and give examples of professional behavior.
19.  Describe and discuss the major points of the Patient’s Bill of Rights as it applies to clinical laboratory personnel.
20.  List the causes of stress in the work environment and discuss the coping skills used to deal with stress in the work environment.
21.  Differentiate between values and ethics.
22.  Apply ethical standards to potential situations in the health care setting.
23.  Explain basic concepts of communication and demonstrate professional communication.

MLT 120 - Medical Laboratory Techniques and Practices

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Identify and use basic laboratory glassware.
2.  Utilize appropriate medical terminology.
3.  Name and demonstrate the function of the components of the compound microscope.
4.  Perform common laboratory mathematical calculations.
5.  Describe the types of patient specimens that are analyzed in the clinical laboratory.
6.  Demonstrate understanding of requisitioning, specimen transport, and specimen processing.
7.  Demonstrate understanding of quality assurance.
8.  Discuss the function of hematology, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology, and immunohematology labs in regards to: (a.) type of specimen analyzed (b.) type of testing performed.

MLT 200 - Histological Techniques

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the morphology of the microscopic anatomy of the human body and correlate it with general function.
2.  Relate the functions of cells, tissues, and organ systems to their structures.
3.  Practice histologic techniques used in the clinical laboratory, including preparation, fixation, embedding, sectioning, mounting and staining of tissues for the purpose of microscopic examination.
4.  Perform basic evaluation of quality of stained tissues preparations.
5.  Identify the basic tissues, the major organs, and the cells that compose them, when shown glass slides and photomicrographs.
6.  Describe variations from normal histological structure (histopathology).
7.  Adhere to laboratory safety practices and regulations relevant to the clinical histology laboratory.

MLT 201 W - Hematology and Coagulation

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  BIO 131 Human Biology I and approval of the CLT advisor.

Credits: 4
Cross-listed
CLT 201 W
Hours
3 Class Hours, 4 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the general principles and techniques of basic manual hematology procedures.
2.  Perform a CBC on an instrument and review and interpret data from the instrument.
3.  Perform peripheral blood smear differentials.
4.  Describe and recognize cellular morphology changes associated with various disease states.
5.  Integrate hematology panel results with other patient data through the interpretation of case studies.
6.  Define the process of hemostasis, explain how the coagulation laboratory assesses it and be able to interpret the laboratory tests used in that assessment.

MLT 202 - Urinalysis/Body Fluids

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Explain the colleciton and handling procedures for urine and body fluids.
2.  Understand the observational and physical measurements of urine and body fluids required by the clinical laboratory.
3.  Describe the chemical screening methods used on urine and other fluids analyzed by the urinalysis department.
4.  Describe the preparation and performance of a urine microscopic analysis.
5.  Identify commonly seen urinary crystals, cells and casts.
6.  Identify the primary functions of the major components of the kidney and urinary tract.
7.  Know the structure and function of the nephron.
8.  Correlate urinalysis test data with specific disease states and state the clinical significance of test results.
9.  Describe the performance and clinical significance of a CSF and other body fluid cell count.

MLT 204 - Fundamental Phlebotomy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe safety measures that should be followed at all times by a phlebotomist when collecting a patient’s specimen.
2.  Identify the veins of the arm on which phlebotomy is performed.
3.  Differentiate between serum and plasma.
4.  Identify the most common additives used in blood collection, and explain their reasons for use.
5.  Identify the evacuated tube color associated with the most commonly used additives.
6.  List and select the types of equipment needed to collect blood by routine venipuncture and capillary puncture.
7.  Identify special precautions necessary during blood collections by venipuncture and capillary puncture.
8.  List the supplies that should be carried on a phlebotomist’s tray.
9.  Identify routine sites for venipuncture and capillary puncture.
10.  Differentiate between sterile and antiseptic techniques.
11.  Describe and demonstrate the steps in the preparation of a puncture site.
12.  List the effects of tourniquet, hand squeezing, and heating pads on capillary puncture and venipuncture.
13.  Recognize proper needle insertion and withdrawal techniques including direction, angle, depth, and aspiration.
14.  Describe the correct procedure for capillary collection methods on infants and adults.
15.  Name and explain frequent causes of phlebotomy complications.
16.  Describe signs and symptoms of physical problems that may occur during blood collection.
17.  List the steps necessary to perform a venipuncture and/or capillary puncture on chronological order.
18.  Describe the proper manner for greeting and interacting with a patient.
19.  Explain the major points in interviewing a patient or a patient’s representative in preparation for obtaining specimens.
20.  Perform a competent/effective venipuncture on a mannequin and on a patient.
21.  Perform a competent/effective capillary puncture on a mannequin and on a patient.
22.  Describe instructions to be given to patients in preparation for routine venipuncture or capillary puncture.
23.  Describe and discuss techniques for dealing with family and visitors during the blood specimen collection.

MLT 206 - Immunohematology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Follow proper safety guidelines in the laboratory at all times.
2.  Display appropriate professional behavior.
3.  Demonstrate logical approaches to problem solving - selecting appropriate units and crossmatching them with unknown patient specimens.
4.  Describe classic problems inherent to blood transfusion and the solutions currently in use.
5.  Apply basic principles of genetics to immunohematology.
6.  Apply basic principles of immunology to blood group serology.
7.  Describe and perform the testing procedures performed in the clinical immunohematology laboratory, including Coombs’ (antiglobulin) testing, ABO testing, Rh testing, other blood group testing, alloantibody screening, elutions, RBC autoantibody testing, compatibility testing, and traditional and gel technology.
8.  Explain the process of donor selection, describe the processes of blood or blood compenet donation, including apheresis.
9.  Explain the clinical significance of abnormal and disease states related to immunohematology, including drug-induced red blood cell destruction, polyagglutination, transfusion reactions, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN) and list the procedures relevant to each.
10.  Describe and perform transfusion test procedures, including procedures related to component therapy.
11.  Discuss medicolegal aspects of bloodbanking and the medicolegal responsibilities of a immunohematologist.

MLT 207 - Clinical Chemistry

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  BIO 132 Human Biologh II, CHM 146 Chemistry, and approval of the CLT advisor

Credits: 4
Cross-listed
CLT 207
Hours
3 Class Hours, 4 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the general principles and techniques of basic manual and automated clinical chemistry procedures through performance, class discussion and examinations.
2.  Correlate clinical chemistry data with normal and abnormal physiological states and identify the clinical significance of test results.
3.  Perform clinical routine and special chemistry procedures within acceptable laboratory parameters.

MLT 208 - Pathogenic Microbiology

Corequisite:  CLT 209L Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory or CLT 210 Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory.

Credits: 3
Cross-listed
CLT 208
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Discuss the history of microbiology and the significance of the microbial world.
2.  Describe classification systems for organisms and apply that knowledge to microorganisms.
3.  Summarize the basic principles of infection and resistance and their application to transmission of infectious disease.
4.  Demonstrate an understanding of the biology of microorganisms, including microbial anatomy, genetics, metabolism, growth, and control of growth.
5.  Explain the mechanisms employed for control of microbial growth and describe the various assays used to evaluate effectiveness of antimicrobial agents, including antibiotic sensitivity testing.
6.  List the characteristics of representative organisms of clinical significance, including their significant disease states, target populations, means of transmission, means of prevention and/or treatment, virulence factors, identifying symptoms and organismal characteristics.

MLT 209 L - Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite:  CLT 208 Pathogenic Microbiology.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Follow proper safety guidelines in the microbiology laboratory at all times.
2.  Demonstrate logical approaches to problem solving by identifying unknown cultures.
3.  Describe the elements which comprise the immune system and summarize the mechanisms of the human immune system.
4.  Discuss in general terms the biological mechanisms of immunizations, immunological screening for congenital infections, and evaluation of immune abnormalities.
5.  Perform procedures in the laboartory using aseptic techniques, including selection of media, Gram staining, isolating organisms, performing biochemical and serological identifications, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, evaluating smears, and culturing and evaluating cultures of human specimens.

MLT 210 - Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Follow proper safety guidelines in the microbiology laboratory at all times.
2.  Demonstrate logical approaches to problem solving by identifying unknown cultures.
3.  Perform all basic procedures generally done in the clinical microbiology laboratory using aseptic techniques, including selection of media, Gram staining, isolating organisms, performing biochemical and serological identifications, and antibicrobial susceptibility testing.
4.  Evaluate cultures and direct microscopic examinations of human specimens to identify the host and microbial elements and to indicate the clinical significance of those elements.

MLT 214 - Specialized Phlebotomy

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Identify parts of the body according to their proximity to one of the body planes.
2.  Identify the veins of the arms, hands, legs and feet on which phlebotomy is performed.
3.  Explain the functions of the major constituents of blood.
4.  Define hemostasis, and explain the basic process of coagulation and fibinolysis.
5.  Discuss the properties of arterial blood versus venous blood, and describe the difference in collection methods.
6.  Describe the phlebotomist’s role in collecting and/or transporting types of patient specimens which are analyzed in the clinical laboratory.
7.  Identify the additives used in blood collection, and explain their reasons for use.
8.  Identify the evacuated tube color associated with the additives.
9.  Describe substances which can interfere in clinical analysis of blood constituents and ways in which the phlebotomist can help avoid these occurrences.
10.  List and select the types of equipment needed to collect blood by a variety of techniques.
11.  Identify potential sites for venipuncture and capillary puncture.
12.  Identify alternate venipuncture collection sites and describe the limitations and precautions of each.
13.  Describe the legal and ethical importance of proper patient/sample identification.
14.  Describe the types of patient specimens that are analyzed in the clinical laboratory.
15.  List the general criteria for suitability of a specimen for analysis.
16.  List the circumstances that would lead to recollection or rejection of a patient sample.
17.  Explain the importance of timed specimens, fasting specimens, and stat specimens.
18.  Demonstrate understanding of requisitioning, specimen transport and specimen processing.
19.  List the most common types of laboratory procedures performed in the various sections of the clinical laboratory department.
20.  Describe the system for monitoring quality assurance in the collection of blood specimens.
21.  Identify policies and procedures used in the clinical laboratory to assure quality in the obtaining of blood specimens.
22.  Describe the laboratory criteria for identifying an appropriate request for specimen collection.
23.  Relate legal responsibilities of the laboratory and phlebotomist to the need for physicians’ requests for all specimen collection and testing.
24.  Explain methods for processing and transporting blood specimens for routine and special testing within the hospital.
25.  Explain methods for processing and transporting blood specimens for testing at reference labs.
26.  Describe potential clerical and technical errors that may occur during specimen processing.
27.  In regard to processing and transporting of blood specimens, describe the general effects of time on test quality and patient care.
28.  Describe the conditions that must be met if blood specimens and laboratory tests are to be used as legal evidence.
29.  Describe instructions to be given to patients in preparation for glucose tolerance tests, bleeding times and other procedures normally performed by the phlebotomist.
30.  Discuss the importance of appearance and grooming for phlebotomists.
31.  Define the different terms used in the medicolegal aspect for phlebotomy and discuss policies and protocol designed to avoid medicolegal problems.
32.  Prepare an acceptable blood smear.
33.  Recognize unacceptable blood smears.
34.  Describe the purpose and procedure for performing bleeding times.

MLT 215 - Phlebotomy Practicum

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  CLT 214 Specialized Phlebotomy and approval of the CLT advisor.

Credits: 5
Cross-listed
CLT 215
Hours
10.6 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Successfully complete phlebotomy practicum objectives as listed in the Phlebotomy/MLT program policy manual.
2.  Perform a minimum of 100 successful unaided venipuncture collections.
3.  Describe and perform the correct procedure for capillary collection methods on infants and adults.
4.  Observe and describe the organization and functioning of a typical clinical laboratory.

MLT 216 - Immunology

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  List the elements of the immune system and describe their roles in defense.
2.  Describe the structure of immunoglobulins and discuss the mechanism for generation of antibody diversity.
3.  Discuss the nature of antigens and the characteristics that contribute to immunogenicity.
4.  Describe in detail the normal and abnormal functions of the human immune response, including antigen recognition by T lymphocytes, development of T and B cells, T cell-mediated immunity, immunity mediated by B cells and antibodies, innate immunity, and the complement system.
5.  Explain the mechanisms and pathogenesis of disorders of the immune system, including immunodeficiencies, hypersensitivities, autoimmune disorders, and immunoproliferative abnormalities.
6.  Describe clinical implications of the immune response such as immunization, transplant rejection, tumor immunity, and the immunity of pregnancy.
7.  Evaluate clinical cases to apply information to assess diagnoses, symptoms, etiology, prognosis, possible treatments, and other case-related information.
8.  Describe the lab tests performed used to assess immune function and status, and propose and evaluate clinical significance of appropriate laboratory testing results.

MLT 220 L - Serological Techniques

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Describe the mechanisms and performance of basic serological techniques and immunological assays.
2.  Select the appropriate testing methodologies for evaluation of infectious disease, autoimmunity, hypersensitivity, and immune function.
3.  Evaluate the clinical significance of clinical serology testing, including infectious disease, autoimmunity, hypersensitivity, and immune function.
4.  Perform serological assays with the use of a written procedure, describing the methodology of each, its application in the clinical laboratory, and the clinical significance of results.
5.  Follow appropriate safety procedures for each procedure performed and identify appropriate quality control results for each assay.

MLT 240 - Clinical Affiliation I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Process blood samples and other specimens for analysis.
2.  Using established criteria, identify and evaluate patient specimens for acceptability, and take necessary actions if specimens are unacceptable.
3.  Perform analytical tests on patient samples under the direct supervision of laboratory personnel in the relevant areas of the clinical laboratory.
4.  Evaluate the clinical significance of laboratory results.
5.  Recognize factors that affect procedures and results and take appropriate actions within predetermined limits.
6.  State how quality control (QC) is monitored for the different procedures and instrumentation in the laboratory, how QC performance records are evaluated, and the proper corrective actions to be taken if QC values are outside established limits.
7.  Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on laboratory equipment within predetermined limits.
8.  List the quality assurance monitors used in each section of the laboratory.
9.  Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel and other health care personnel.
10.  Demonstrate the methodologies used in technical training in the clinical laboratory at a level consistent with a new graduate.
11.  Evaluate the technical training provided to students in the clinical environment.
12.  Demonstrate competence in performing tests, assays, and procedures as specified in the department policy manual.

MLT 241 - Clinical Affiliation II

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  CLT 201W Hematology and Coagulation, CLT 202 Urinalysis/Body Fluids, CLT 204 Fundamental Phlebotomy and approval of the CLT advisor.

Credits: 4
Hours
10.7 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Collect and process blood samples and other specimens for analysis.
2.  Using established criteria, identify and evaluate patient specimens for acceptability, and take necessary actions if specimens are unacceptable.
3.  Perform analytical tests on patient samples under the direct supervision of laboratory personnel in the relevant areas of the clinical laboratory.
4.  Evaluate the clinical significance of laboratory results.
5.  Recognize factors that affect procedures and results and take appropriate actions within predetermined limits.
6.  State how quality control (QC) is monitored for the different procedures and instrumentation in the laboratory, how QC performance records are evaluated, and the proper corrective actions to be taken if QC values are outside established limits.
7.  Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on laboratory equipment within predetermined limits.
8.  List the quality assurance monitors used in each section of the laboratory.
9.  Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel and other health care personnel.
10.  Demonstrate the methodologies used in technical training in the clinical laboratory at a level consistent with a new graduate.
11.  Evaluate the technical training provided to students in the clinical environment.
12.  Demonstrate competence in performing tests, assays, and procedures as specified in the department policy manual.

MLT 242 - Clinical Affiliation III

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  CLT 208 Pathogenic Microbiology, CLT 210 Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory, and approval of the CLT advisor.

Credits: 2
Cross-listed
CLT 242
Hours
5.3 Clinical Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Process blood samples and other specimens for analysis.
2.  Using established criteria, identify and evaluate patient specimens for acceptability, and take necessary actions if specimens are unacceptable.
3.  Perform analytical tests on patient samples under the direct supervision of laboratory personnel in the relevant areas of the clinical laboratory.
4.  Evaluate the clinical significance of laboratory results.
5.  Recognize factors that affect procedures and results and take appropriate actions within predetermined limits.
6.  State how quality control (QC) is monitored for the different procedures and instrumentation in the laboratory, how QC performance records are evaluated, and the proper corrective actions to be taken if QC values are outside established limits.
7.  Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on laboratory equipment within predetermined limits.
8.  List the quality assurance monitors used in each section of the laboratory.
9.  Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel and other health care personnel.
10.  Demonstrate the methodologies used in technical training in the clinical laboratory at a level consistent with a new graduate.
11.  Evaluate the technical training provided to students in the clinical environment.
12.  Demonstrate competence in performing tests, assays, and procedures as specified in the department policy manual.

MLT 298 - Special Topics

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Define core concepts in the topic content area.
2.  Discuss the relevance of the special topic to the field of Clinical Laboratory Technologies.
3.  Demonstrate knowledge in the specified content area.
4.  Differentiate the significance of the special topic.
5.  Critique contrasting perspectives on the special topic.

MLT 299 - Independent Study

 

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  Departmental approval.

Credits: (1-5)
Cross-listed
CLT 299
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the ability to work independently to achieve a goal.
2.  Demonstrate proficiency in the specific area of study.

MUS 101 - Introduction to Music

MUS 105 - Music Theory I

MUS 106 - Music Theory II

MUS 107 - Music Theory III

MUS 108 - History of Music: Renaissance to 1800

MUS 109 - Ragtime to rock: American Popular Music

MUS 111 - 19th Century Music

MUS 112 - 20th Century Music

MUS 114 - History of Opera

MUS 115 - Ear Training I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sing simple major and minor songs using standard solfegge techniques.
2.  Sing major and minor triads, major and minor intervals of Major 2-aPerfect 5th, as well as major scales, and minor scales including natural, harmonic, and melodic minor.
3.  Write four measure, two-part examples of melodic dictation, and simple 4 measure examples of rhythmic dictation.

MUS 116 - Ear Training II

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sing medium level major and minor songs using standard solfegge techniques.
2.  Sing and master singing in alto and other clefs.
3.  Sing and identify intervals of major 6ths, 7ths, and tri-tones, and be able to sight sing using kodaly hand signals.
4.  Sing various levels of chord progressions and be able to write Soprano/Alto/Bass examples of melodic dictation.
5.  Master four measure examples of rhythmic dictation.

MUS 117 - Ear Training III

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sing and identify all intervals.
2.  Sing more advanced musical examples employing modulation.
3.  Sing advanced chord progressions, as well as chords in root, first, and second inversions.
4.  Write four measure soprano/alto/tenor/bass examples, as well as four measure rhythmic dictation employing syncopation.

MUS 120 - Piano Class I

MUS 121 - Piano Class II

MUS 160 - Sound Engineering I

MUS 161 - Sound Engineering II

MUS 170 - Music and Computers

MUS 180 - Jazz Improvisation

MUS 183 - Lead and Blues Guitar Playing

MUS 184 - Songwriting

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Write a song suitable for recording.
2.  Negotiate the selling and promotion of copyrighted music.
3.  Record a rough demo of their music.

MUS 185 - Beginning Guitar

MUS 186 - Guitar Ensemble

MUS 187 - The Guitar: Its History and Music

MUS 188 - Practical Music Theory for the Performing Musician

MUS 189 - Flute Ensemble

MUS 190 - The College Choir

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sing with correct breath support.
2.  Sing with improved sight reading skills in a choral setting.
3.  Have knowledge about music from various periods of music history from Renaissance madrigals, to traditional spirituals, to jazz & contemporary arrangements through 20th Century choral music as well as masterworks of the great composers.

MUS 191 - Music Performance

MUS 192 - Woodwind Ensemble

MUS 193 - Brass Ensemble

MUS 194 - Voice Class I

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Sing simple class songs, as well as a more advanced solo song/aria employing standard techniques for good vocal production.
2.  Sing with proper breath support, and will demonstrate frontal and pharyngeal resonance, proper diction, and vowel equalization.
3.  Sing songs or arias with an understanding of proper vocal pedagogy.

MUS 195 - Jazz Ensemble

MUS 196 - String Ensemble

MUS 197 - Applied Music I

MUS 198 - Applied Music II

MUS 199 - Intermediate Guitar

MUS 201 - College Band

MUS 260 - Sound Engineering III

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Know how to conduct a recording session.
2.  Correctly select and place microphone(s) with a vocalist or instrumentalist to achieve the maximum interface with Pro Tools.
3.  Correctly label vocal and instrumental recording tracks.
4.  Assign inputs and outputs.
5.  Assign “Effects” to specific channels in Pro Tools using the “Diamond Bundle.”
6.  Create “Auxiliary Channels” and “Master Tracks.”
7.  Successfully record a small ensemble and prepare the digital tracks for advanced sound editing and mixing techniques.

MUS 261 - Sound Engineering IV

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Know how to record small and large musical ensembles.
2.  Know the different requirements needed to record various styles of music such as classical, rock, jazz and folk.
3.  Use advanced production, editing and recording techniques with the Pro Tools system.
4.  Arrange, produce and mix an independently recorded project.

MUS 294 - Voice Class II

MUS 297 - Applied Music III

MUS 298 - Applied Music IV

MUS 299 - Independent Study: Music

PED 100 - Archery

PED 103 - Backpacking (CV)

PED 106 - Badminton (CV)

PED 107 - Ballet I (CV)

PED 108 - Ballet II (CV)

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Recognize, demonstrate, and discuss the fundamentals of intermediate ballet technique.
2.  Identify the tools necessary to plan a beginning ballet class.
3.  Demonstrate coordination skills gained through the execution and repetition of exercises.
4.  Show a heightened body awareness developed during their final project.

PED 110 - Basic Ice Skating (CV)

PED 112 - Bowling

PED 118 - Personal Fitness (CV)

PED 119 - Personal Fitness (CV)

PED 120 - Foundations of Exercise

PED 121 - Golf

PED 122 - Horsemanship

PED 123 - Exploration of Movement

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Discern and participate in typical patterns of movement.
2.  Recognize and develop alternative patterns of movement.
3.  Express themselves differently through their body language.
4.  Perform patterns of movement with greater self confidence.
5.  Articulate in writing:
     a)  Why the student believes preconceived restrictions hinder potential.
     b)  How through movement and gesture a student could increase pride and self expression.
     c)  How differences in perception are made similar through creative movement.

PED 124 - Track & Field

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1.  Understand what events comprise a track and field meet.
2.  Compete in the track and field events of their choice.
3.  Have participated in two to four track and field meets.
4.  Understand why it is important to exercise regularly and the benefits of doing so.

PED 127 - Jogging (CV)

PED 130 - Karate (CV)

PED 135 - Jazz Dance I (CV)