MED 113 - Basic Medical Laboratory Techniques
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinical Hours: 0 Credits: 3
Description: This course provides a study of specimen collection and techniques for related laboratory procedures routinely performed in medical offices and clinics; including hematology and procedures related to body fluids.
Course Topics:
- Laboratory Organization and Safety Rules
- Compound Microscope
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control Programs
- Demonstrating Proficiency in Diagnostic Methodologies
- Proficiency in Hematology Tests
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Required Materials:
Personal protective equipment:
- Masks
- Goggles
- face shields
- protective clothing
- latex gloves
Grading System:
An overall grade of B or higher is required for transferability.
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Identify laboratory organization and safety rules that must be followed to guard against chemical, physical, and biological hazards.
- Properly use a compound microscope.
- Describe quality assurance and quality control programs utilized by the laboratory.
- Identify and demonstrate proficiency in the three diagnostic methodologies of the urinalysis.
- Demonstrate proficiency in hematology test performed in the medical office.
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If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
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Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
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- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
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- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025
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