Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma

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MLTS-101
Medical Terminology
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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This course is designed to provide the student with the basic fundamentals of medical terminology in both written and spoken forms. Mastery of word parts and building skills will aid the student in understanding medical terminology and anatomical relations. Medical terminology of the organization of the body, to include integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and nervous systems will be studied along with the special senses and the endocrine system.
MLTS-110
Microbiol & Infect Prevention
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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  • Corequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-110L
Description
Microbiology and Infection Prevention introduces the student to clinical microbiology and infectious diseases including a brief history of microbiology and introduction to bacterial genetics and metabolism. Disinfection and antimicrobial treatment are introduced. Immunology and the body's response to foreign substances is introduced. Common Gram positive cocci that are often involved in human diseases are covered.
MLTS-112
Intro to Laboratory Medicine
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Corequisites: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-112L
Description
This course introduces clinical laboratory elements including basic equipment, interpersonal communication in a healthcare setting, and laboratory specimen collection. Specimen handling and transportation to ensure the quality of laboratory results is discussed. Some of the topics covered are: laboratory glassware, pipettes, balances, centrifuges, microscopes, calculations and safety, as well as teamwork, grief and loss, and determinants of health. Emphasis will be on the collection of blood specimens and practice in venous collection on adults and capillary collection will be provided.
MLTS-114
Anatomy & Physiology
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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  • Corequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-116, MLTS-122
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-114L
Description
This course develops the student's understanding of the structure and function of organs and systems in the normal human body. A study of basic chemical principles is included. Medical terminology will be expanded and concepts of pathology introduced. Lab exercises will develop the ability to recognize cellular and noncellular components in body systems.
MLTS-116
Quality Systems
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Corequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-122
Description
This course is designed to provide individuals with an overview of factors affecting quality in laboratory testing. This includes covering quality system essentials, other quality assurance programs, and quality control techniques used to validate test results. This course contains a research component focused on quality systems.
MLTS-122
Principles of Lab. Analysis
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Corequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-122L
Description
This course focuses on the principles commonly used for quantitative analysis in clinical laboratories. It will introduce the student to the principles and applications of light measuring systems, electrochemistry, electrophoresis, chromatography, osmometry, immunoassay, mass spectrometry and particle analysis.
MLTS-131
Histotechnology 1
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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  • Prerequisites: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-131L
Description
An introduction to the principles and practices of preparing clinical specimens for histological examination. Topics covered includes: preparation of specimens for examination, fixation; preparation of tissue in wax blocks and application of the wax embedded tissue onto slides.
MLTS-136
Histotechnology Principles II
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-136L
Description
This course provides an overview of the techniques used to demonstrate cellular and non- cellular components for microscopic examination. Students will perform the techniques and evaluate the results.
MLTS-143
Microbiology II
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-143L
Description
Microbiology II expands the number of microorganisms ad covered in MLTS 110. The body sites and infections involved are also expanded. Antimicrobial treatment are expanded. Common Gram negative bacilli that are often involved in human diseases are covered. The student continues to practice the safe lab practices learned in MLTS 110.
MLTS-144
Microbiology III
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-144L
Description
Microbiology III expands the number of microorganisms as covered in MLTS 110 and MLTS 143. The body sites and infections involved are also expanded. Antimicrobial testing is covered in detail. Gram positive bacilli, anaerobes, and spirochetes that are often involved in human diseases are covered. The student continues to practice the safe lab practices learned in MLTS 110.
MLTS-158
Introduction to Hematology
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-158L
Description
This course is a study of the production and function of the normal blood cells: erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets. The laboratory sessions include microscopic evaluation of blood films as well as some of the procedures routinely performed in the clinical laboratory to evaluate blood cells.
MLTS-161
Hematopathology
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-161L
Description
Hematopathology Section I is a study of the pathophysiology of various leukemias as related to the laboratory involvement in diagnosis and treatment. Special tests used for differential diagnosis are included. Hematopathology Section II is the pathophysiology of various anemia as related to laboratory involvement in diagnosis and treatment. Special tests used for differential diagnosis are included. Information in both sections is applied to the detection of analytical discrepancies and ensuring timely, valid results.
MLTS-164
Clinical Chemistry I
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-164L
Description
This course will provide the knowledge and skills required to perform selected tests in clinical chemistry. The clinical significance and methods of analysis of various chemical constituents in biological specimens will be covered. During laboratory sessions, students will perform techniques to assay various biochemical constituents in blood and body fluids. Recognizing the relationship between analyses, diagnoses, clinical information will be emphasized.
MLTS-168
Clinical Chemistry II
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-168L
Description
This course will allow students to build on the knowledge and skills learned in Clinical Chemistry I. The clinical significance and methods of analysis of additional chemical constituents in biological specimens will be covered. During laboratory sessions, students will perform techniques to assay various biochemical constituents in blood and body fluids. Recognizing the relationship between analysis, diagnosis, clinical information and treatment will be emphasized.
MLTS-176
Molecular Diagnostics
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-176L
Description
This course provides the student with an introduction to the principles of molecular techniques and the practical applications of this technology in a diagnostic laboratory. Topics include, DNA/RNA isolation, hybridization, polymerase chain reaction, and restriction enzyme analysis.
MLTS-181
Transfusion Medicine I
Typical Offerings
Timing Fall Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-181L
Description
This course involves the study of immunology, the theory of genetics, blood donations, and red cell blood group systems as they apply to the testing of blood for transfusion purposes. The detection, treatment and prevention of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn is also covered. Laboratory exercises provide practical experience and complement the theory.
MLTS-182
Transfusion Medicine II
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Lab: MLTS-182L
Description
This course involves the study of immunology, the theory of genetics, blood donations, and red cell blood group systems as they apply to the testing of blood for transfusion purposes. The detection, treatment and prevention of Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn is also covered. Laboratory exercises provide practical experience and complement the theory.

MLTS-195
Practicum Preparation
Typical Offerings
Timing Spring Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-131, MLTS-143, MLTS-158, MLTS-164, MLTS-176, MLTS-181 minimum B-
Description
This course will prepare the students for the acceptance by the practicum site. Required on line courses will be completed and fit testing performed. Orientation to the practicum booklets and instructor expectations in practicum will be discussed.
MLTS-238
Histotechnology Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-136, MLTS-144, MLTS-161, MLTS-168, MLTS-182, MLTS-195 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-238P
Description
This course reviews and expands the student's theoretical knowledge of Histotechnology through tutorials and exams. This course also covers the practical component of Histotechnology through work experience in a clinical laboratory.
MLTS-248
Microbiology Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-136, MLTS-144, MLTS-161, MLTS-168, MLTS-182, MLTS-195 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-248P
Description
This course reviews and expands the student's theoretical knowledge of microbiology through tutorials, worksheets, case studies and exams. This course also covers the practical component of microbiology through work experience in a clinical laboratory.
MLTS-264
Hematology Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-136, MLTS-144, MLTS-161, MLTS-168, MLTS-182, MLTS-195 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-264P
Description
This course reviews and expands the student's theoretical knowledge of hematology through tutorials, case studies and exams. This course also covers the practical component of hematology through work experience in a clinical laboratory.
MLTS-268
Clinical Chemistry Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisites: MLTS-136, MLTS-144, MLTS-161, MLTS-168, MLTS-182, MLTS-195 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-268P
Description
This course reviews and expands the student's theoretical knowledge of clinical chemistry through tutorials, worksheets, case studies and exams. This course also covers the practical component of clinical chemistry through work experience in a clinical laboratory.
MLTS-270
Specimen Collection Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
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Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-101, MLTS-110, MLTS-112, MLTS-114, MLTS-116, MLTS-122 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-270P
Description
Major topics covered are blood collection, safe work practices, and professionalism. Students will practice the collection, handling, transportation and processing of various laboratory specimens to help ensure the quality of laboratory results. Emphasis will be on the collection of blood specimens, and practice in venous collection on adult and capillary collection will be provided.
MLTS-288
Transfusion Medicine Practicum
Typical Offerings
Timing Intersession Only, Every Year
Locations
Requisites
  • Prerequisite: MLTS-136, MLTS-144, MLTS-161, MLTS-168, MLTS-182, MLTS-195 minimum B-
  • Required Supporting Practicum: MLTS-288P
Description
This course reviews and expands the student's theoretical knowledge of transfusion science through case studies, worksheets and exams. This includes the principles of immunology, quality control procedures, red blood cell antigens and antibodies, and adverse transfusion reactions. This course also covers the practical component of transfusion science through work experience in a clinical laboratory. This includes performing quality control procedures, the detection of antigens and antibodies, identifying common red blood cell antigens and antibodies, preparing and issuing blood products, and recognizing and investigating adverse transfusion reactions.

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While it wasn’t always easy combining classroom time and field trips on top of the hours for studying and homework, it’s been great to gain so much hands-on experience during the courses.

Michelle Lindemann
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Dusty Cathcart 2026
Vanderhoof Industrial Mechanic

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Jordyn Karl
Dental Assistant Certificate Student

Taking this program is one of the most exciting things I could've done. It helped me grow into a professional, while also growing personally. I have carried my knowledge forward and will always hold the program and faculty close to my heart.

Janessa Sigurdson 2025
Accounting and Finance

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