MLT 151 - Clinical Microbiology 1
Credits: 4
3 Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours
Prerequisites: MLT 111
Description
This course focuses on the identification of parasites and fungi (pathogens and common non-pathogens associated with human disease). This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify parasites of clinical importance.
- Identify fungi of clinical importance.
- Demonstrate proficiency in all laboratory exercises by correct identification of organisms.
- Explain and discuss aspects of clinical microbiology as it relates to parasites and fungi.
- Discuss clinical importance of pathogenic parasites and fungi.
Listed Topics
- Classification of parasites and host/parasite relationship
- Collection and processing of specimens
- Protozoa
- Digenea
- Cestoda
- Nematoda
- Arthropoda
- Fungal contaminants
- Yeast
- Dermatophytes and superficial fungi
- Subcutaneous and dimorphic fungi
- Professionalism
Reference Materials
Lecture and discussion, textbook assignments, audiovisual methods, laboratory exercises, etc.
Approved By: Johnson, Alex Date Approved: 04/15/2010
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