| CLINICAL
LABORATORY SCIENCES (CLS) |
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| All
upper division CLS courses require admission to
the professional component or special permission
of the department chair. |
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| CLS
114, 115 |
Human
Anatomy and Physiology I & II |
4
cr each |
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| This
is a two-course sequence that covers an introduction
to basic human anatomy and physiology including
the study of the structure and function of the
normal human body. Included is a study of basic
principles of chemistry related to human physiology,
a study of cells and tissues, metabolism, joints,
the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous
systems, and the senses. Laboratory experiences
are provided through demonstration and interactive
laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: for CLS 115:
CLS 114. Taught in fall, spring and summer
semesters. |
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| CLS
320 |
Hematology
I |
4
cr |
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| This
course presents an introduction to the hematopoietic
system, the development of blood cells, normal
cell morphology and blood dyscrasias. The laboratory
component focuses on phlebotomy and normal cell
morphology. Taught in fall semester. |
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| CLS
330 |
Serology
and Immunohematology
- W |
4
cr |
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| This
course presents an introduction to immunobiology,
the study of red blood cell antigens and their
antibodies, the genetics of compatibility testing,
blood component therapy and a survey of serologic
testing methods. The laboratory focuses on diagnostic
laboratory techniques. Taught in spring semester.
Special fee. |
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| CLS
340 |
Clinical
Biochemistry |
3
cr |
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| This
course presents
the chemistry of human metabolism and its relationship
to disease, structure and function of carbohydrates,
lipids, proteins and enzymes, and nucleic acids.
Taught in fall semester. |
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| CLS
341 |
Clinical Chemistry and Instrumentation I |
3
cr |
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| This
is one of a two course sequence that studies analytical methods used to measure clinically important ions and molecules, and the application of these measurements to diagnose and monitor diseases. The laboratory will focus on basic clinical chemistry techniques. Taught in spring semester. |
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| CLS
345 |
Hemostasis and Body Fluids |
4
cr |
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| An
introduction to the study of
various body fluids with emphasis on coagulation
and urinalysis. The laboratory section will focus
on diagnostic laboratory techniques. Taught
in spring semester. |
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| CLS
350 |
Clinical Parasitology, Mycology, and Virology |
4 cr |
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| Study
of medically important parasites, fungi, and viruses
emphasizing laboratory identification and pathophysiology.
Taught in fall
semester. Special fee. |
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| CLS
360 |
Clinical
Bacteriology |
4
cr |
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| This
course is designed to provide basic concepts of
pathogenicity and virulence of bacteria as related
to the interactions between the parasite, the
host and the environment. General concepts of
microbial physiology, antimicrobial therapy and
microbial genetics. Taught in spring semester.
Special fee. |
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| CLS
390 |
Special
Topics |
1-4
cr |
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| Topics
of current interest in the clinical laboratory
sciences. May be taken more than once if course
subject and content varies. Need permission of
Department Chair. |
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| CLS
394 |
Directed
Study |
2-4
cr |
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| Laboratory
research conducted in conjunction with faculty-directed
projects. Taught in fall, spring and summer
semesters. Special fee. |
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| CLS
410 |
Clinical Microbiology |
5 cr |
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| Advanced
study in clinically important microorganisms with
emphasis on laboratory isolation and identification.
Special fee. |
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| CLS
420 |
Hematology
II |
3
cr |
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| Advanced
study of the hematopoietic system and blood cells
including morphology and disease states, such
as leukemias and lymphomas. Special fee. |
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| CLS
431 |
Clinical
Chemistry and Instrumentation II |
3
cr |
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| Study
of analytical methods used to measure clinically
important ions and molecules, and the application
of those measurements to diagnose and monitor
diseases. Special fee. |
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| CLS
432 |
Immunohematology |
5
cr |
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| A
study of blood cell antigens and their corresponding
antibodies with emphasis on their laboratory identification
on blood donor/recipient compatibility testing.
Special fee. |
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| CLINICAL
PRACTICA |
| CLS 435 |
Introduction
to Laboratory Management -
W |
2 cr |
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| Principles
of organization, human resource, and financial
management in clinical laboratories. |
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| CLS
436 |
Introduction
to Research |
1
cr |
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| Basic
concepts of scientific inquiry are presented to
develop an appreciation for research as an element
for contributing to the body of knowledge in the
clinical laboratory sciences. Special fee. |
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| CLS 440 |
Hematology
Practicum |
2
cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital hematology and hemostasis
laboratories. Taught
in spring and fall
semesters.
Duration: 4 weeks. |
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| CLS 441 |
Immunology/
Immunohematology Practicum |
1 cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital immunology/immunohematology
laboratory. Taught in
fall and
spring semesters. Duration:
2 weeks. |
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| CLS
445 |
Clinical
Microbiology Practicum I |
2
cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital microbiology laboratory.
Taught in fall and spring semesters.
Duration: 4 weeks. |
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| CLS 446 |
Clinical Microbiology Practicum II |
1 cr |
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| Supervised clinical practice in hospital microbiology/virology laboratory. Taught in fall and spring semesters. Duration: 2 weeks. |
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| CLS 452 |
Immunohematology
Practicum |
2
cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital blood bank. Taught
in fall and spring semesters.
Duration: 4 weeks. |
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| CLS 453 |
Clinical Chemistry Practicum I |
2 cr |
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| Supervised clinical practice in hospital chemistry laboratory. Taught in fall and spring semesters. Duration: 4 weeks. |
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| CLS 454 |
Clinical
Chemistry Practicum II |
1
cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital chemistry/toxicology
laboratory. Taught in fall and spring semesters.
Duration: 2 weeks. |
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| CLS 455 |
Body Fluids
Practicum |
1 cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in hospital urine and body fluid
analysis department. Taught in fall and spring
semesters. Duration: 2 weeks. |
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| CLS 490 |
Elective
Practica |
1 cr |
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| Supervised
clinical practice in phlebotomy, generalist environment,
and an area outside the main clinical laboratory.
Taught in fall and spring
semesters. Duration: 2 weeks. |
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| CLS
495 |
Clinical
Correlation Studies |
4
cr |
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| This
is a capstone course
covering advanced methods and pertinent case studies
with emphasis on intralaboratory interpretation
of patient data. Taught in spring semester. |
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| CLS
496 |
Comprehensive
Examination Review |
1
cr |
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| A
comprehensive review of the body of knowledge
with a test designed to evaluate the student's
progress and prepare the student to challenge
a national certification examination. Taught in spring semester. |
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| CLS 499 |
Senior
Honors Project - (H,
W) |
3-6 cr |
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| Under
the advice and guidance of a faculty mentor, honors
students will identify and carry out a research
project relevant to the field of Clinical Laboratory
Sciences study that will lead to a formal presentation
at the annual Honors Student Colloquium. The senior
project will be judged and graded by three faculty
members chaired by the honors mentor. Prerequisite:
Permission of the department chair and completion
of an approved project prospectus. |
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