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Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology BS
York College

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Major in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology BS at York College

Credits required to complete this program: 83
A minimum GPA of 2.50 is required for all courses in this Major.
At least 42 credits for this Major must be completed at York College.

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These requirements are based on the Degree Works programming used by York College for determining financial aid eligibility and graduation requirements. If there are any differences between what you see here and the college bulletin, please let us know. In all cases, the college bulletin is the definitive source of information about requirements.

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Required Basic Science Courses
Public Health (1 classes required)
HPGC 102: Public Health Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Basic principles of health administration and organization, background and development of public health; community health needs and resources; public health activities and personnel; international public health. Field trips may be required. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World) (Major Gateway - Health Service)
Principles of Biology I (1 classes required)
BIO 201: Biological Principles I Requisites: None Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours The biology of organisms, structure and function of plant and animal organ systems; plant and animal phylogeny; ecology and evolution. Experimental study of biological systems. This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
Principles of Biology II (1 classes required)
BIO 202: Biological Principles II PREREQUISITE: BIO 201 and COREQUISITE: [ {CHEM 108 and CHEM 109} or CHEM 101 ] Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours Introduction to the chemistry and biochemistry necessary to support living beings, with emphasis on biological macromolecules and intermediary metabolism; cellular biology; genetics; correlation of cell structure, chemistry and function. Experimental study of cellular biology and chemistry, classical genetics. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
Clincial Microbiology (1 classes required)
BIO 265: Clinical Microbiology NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN BIO 465; PREREQUISITE: CHEM 101 or CHEM 105 or [CHEM 106 AND CHEM 107] or [CHEM 108 AND CHEM 109] Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours Morphology, metabolism, growth, nutrition, and genetics of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and protozoa, as a background for the discussion of the role of microorganisms in disease. Topics include the disease process leading to infections of the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urogenital systems; blood, skin, wound, nosocomial, and opportunistic infections. Natural and acquired immunity, physical and chemical methods of control, chemotherapy and antibiotic therapy in disease treatment. Laboratory exercises include the handling and cultivation of microorganisms, differential staining and the diagnostic bacteriology of clinically relevant gram positive and gram negative bacteria. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Principles of Chemistry I, Lab and Lecture (4 credits required)
CHEM 108: Principles of Chemistry I NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 101 or 200-LEVEL CHEM OR ABOVE; PREREQUISITE: MATH 104 or MATH 120 or PLACEMENT IN MATH 121 and COREQUISITE: CHEM 109 Credits: 3.5 Hours: 1.0 Recitation hour, 3.0 Lecture hours Introduction to chemical principles and concepts. Topics include: stoichiometry, aqueous reactions, thermochemistry, atomic structure and periodicity, bonding, molecular geometry, gases. Not open to student with credit for CHEM 101. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
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CHEM 109: Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 101 OR 200-LEVEL CHEM OR ABOVE; COREQUISITE: CHEM 108 Credits: 1.5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours Laboratory course designed to accompany Chemistry 108. Topics include laboratory safety, measurements of mass and volume, and experiments designed to demonstrate concepts from Chemistry 108. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 101. This course is currently being offered (Laboratory Liberal Arts) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
Principles of Chemistry II Lab & Lecture (4 credits required)
CHEM 111: Principles of Chemistry II NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 102 OR 200-LEVEL CHEM OR ABOVE; PREREQUISITE: [ CHEM 101 OR {CHEM 108 AND CHEM 109}] and COREQUISITE: CHEM 112 Credits: 3.5 Hours: 1.0 Recitation hour, 3.0 Lecture hours A continuation of Chemistry 108. Topics include: thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, buffers, titrations, redox reactions, electrochemistry. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 102. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
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CHEM 112: Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 102 OR 200-LEVEL CHEM OR ABOVE; PREREQUISITE: [ CHEM 101 OR {CHEM 108 and CHEM 109}] and COREQUISITE: CHEM 111 Credits: 1.5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours Laboratory course designed to accompany Chemistry 111. Topics include laboratory safety, measurements of mass and volume, and experiments designed to demonstrate concepts from Chemistry 111, Not open to student with credit for CHEM 102. This course is currently being offered (Laboratory Liberal Arts) (Major Gateway - Biology) (Universal Transfer - Biology)
Essentials of Organic Chem I (1 classes required)
CHEM 230: Essentials of Organic Chemistry NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 231; PREREQUISITE: CHEM 102 or CHEM 105 or CHEM 106 or CHEM 111 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Properties and reactions of hydrocarbons and compounds containing common functional groups, spectroscopy, Lewis acids and bases, structural theory, stereochemistry, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and other materials of biological significance. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Organic Chem Lab (1 classes required)
CHEM 235: Laboratory in Organic Chemistry NOT OPEN TO STUDENTS WITH CREDIT IN CHEM 232; COREQUISITE: CHEM 230 Credits: 2 Hours: 4.0 Laboratory hours Synthesis and purification procedures of organic chemicals including drugs, vitamins, dyes, etc. are stressed. Experiments will include product identification. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Toxicology (1 classes required)
CHEM 237: Toxicology PREREQUISITE: CHEM 230 or CHEM 231 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Introduction to toxicology; drug-related toxic manifestations in animals and humans; asphyxiants; irritants; narcotics and anesthetics; the meaning of LDx; carcinogens, mutagens, and teratogens (carcinogenesis); threshold limit values and maximum allowable concentrations; pulmonary dust diseases; and routes of entry of toxic materials. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Instrumental Methods of Analysis (1 classes required)
CHEM 241: Instrumental Methods of Analysis PREREQUISITE: CHEM 232 or CHEM 235 Credits: 3 Hours: 5.0 Laboratory hours Modern chemical analysis: titrations, applied spectroscopy, electroanalytical methods, analytical separations. Use of spreadsheets in data analysis. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Introductory Hematology
(1 classes required)
CLS 252: Introductory Hematology/Phlebotomy PREREQUISITE: BIO 202 and BIO 265 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 330 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours In the hematology section of the course formed elements of the peripheral blood and bone marrow, their precursors, function, and structure, including manual laboratory tests will be presented and discussed. In the phlebotomy section the students will be introduced to the art of venipuncture as well as capillary puncture. They will be instructed in the use of venipuncture equipment and review different additives most often used when performing venipuncture procedures.In the phlebotomy section the students will be introduced to the art of venipuncture as well as capillary puncture. They will be instructed in the use of venipuncture equipment and review different additives most often used when performing venipuncture procedures. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Anatomy & Physiology For Clincial Lab Scientists
(1 classes required)
CLS 330: Human Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Technologists PREREQUISITE: BIO 202 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours Introductory course in human anatomy and physiology; information on living anatomy and cell biology with special emphasis on the relationship between structure and physiology of the different organs. Emphasis will be at the cellular levels on the circulatory, respiratory and lymphatic systems. Attention will also be given to the skeletal system. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Tissue Techniques
(1 classes required)
CLS 332: Tissue Techniques COREQUISITE: BIO 202 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 330 Credits: 2 Hours: 1.0 Lecture hour, 2.0 Laboratory hours Students will learn how to sample, process, embed, section and stain tissues. The chemical rationale for various staining procedures will be discussed. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Clinical Immuno-serology Techniques
(1 classes required)
CLS 341: Clinical Immunoserology PREREQUISITE: BIO 265 and CLS 252 and CLS 330 and COREQUISITE: CLS 351 Credits: 2 Hours: 1.0 Lecture hour, 2.0 Laboratory hours This course will cover innate and adaptive immunity (humoral and cell-mediated immune defenses). Immune disorders will addressed as well as tumor and transplant immunology. Techniques to identify specific immune mediators and infectious diseases will be examined. Students will perform manual lab tests to assess one's immune status. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Immuno-hematology & Blood Banking
(1 classes required)
CLS 343: Immuno-Hematology and Blood Banking PREREQUISITE: CLS 252 and CLS 330 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours This course covers the collection, processing, preparation, preservation, screening and distribution of whole blood , components, and derivatives. The student will study the genetics related to erythrocyte and histocompatibility antigens. In the lab, the students will identify cell antigens and the corresponding antibodies. They will discuss cross-matching techniques and detection of hemolytic disorders.Introduction to the basic understanding of immunologic reactions involving blood components; essential basic information, as well as important applications pertinent to practice of blood bank: collection, processing, preservation, preparation, screening and distribution of blood and blood components and derivatives; understanding of the basic concepts of inheritance, heredity and immunity. The student will be exposed to the different blood group systemsand Rh system. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Clinical Chemistry
(1 classes required)
CLS 351: Clinical Chemistry PREREQUISITE: BIO 202 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CHEM 241 and CLS 330 Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours This course covers the clinical significance of abnormal concentrations of serum analytes (eg., carbohydrate, proteins, hormones, enzymes, electrolytes, blood gases, tumor antigens, therapeutic drugs, etc.). In the lab,the chemical principles behind the most common methodologies are discussed. Students will perform various manual spectrophotometric assays, enzymes, and those involved in liver and renal diseases. Topics to be presented may include vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, enzymes, blood gases, therapeutic drug monitoring, and toxicology. This is a writing intensive course. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Advanced Hematology
(1 classes required)
CLS 352: Advanced Hematology PREREQUISITE: CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 252 and CLS 330 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours This course presents the causes and defining characteristics of various erythrocyte and leucocyte disorders,eg., anemias, acute and chronic leukemias, lymphomas, myeloma, etc. Students will study the microscopic findings and related physiologic changes.Students will learn how to interpret data and histograms provided by automated cell analyzers. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Medical Mycology& Parasitology
(1 classes required)
CLS 353: Medical Mycology and Parasitology PREREQUISITE: BIO 202 and BIO 265 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours The proper collection and processing of human specimens for detection and identification of clinically significant fungi and parasites will be presented. In the lab the students will study the morphological characteristics of pathogenic yeast , molds, protozoans and worms. Life cycles and epidemiology will be discussed briefly. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Coagulation
(1 classes required)
CLS 354: Coagulation PREREQUISITE: CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 252 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours The mechanisms of Coagulation/Hemostasis will be introduced and discussed. Evaluation of normal and disease states in blood coagulation will be discussed after the presentation of clinical cases. The coagulation cascade theory, fibrinolytic system, and anticoagulant therapies will be presented. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Clinical Bacteriology
(1 classes required)
CLS 357: Clinical Bacteriology PREREQUISITE: BIO 265 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 330 Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Lecture hours, 4.0 Laboratory hours This course will discuss appropriate specimen collectionand processing for identification of bacterial disease agents. The students will learn the microscopic and biochemical testing required for speciation of pathogenic bacteria. They will be introduced to both manual and automated methods for speciation and antibiotic susceptibility testing. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Diagnostic Techniques In Molecular Pathology
(1 classes required)
CLS 358: Diagnostic Techniques in Molecular Pathology PREREQUISITE: CLS 252 and CLS 330 and CREQ: CLS 343 and CLS 352 and CLS 357 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours This course presents the applications of biotechnology methods to diagnose disease. These techniques are used to define the composition of DNA and RNA to allow for detection and identification of microbial pathogens, genetic disorders, and malignant cells. This course will introduce students to gene probe applications, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, and gene sequencing. Proteomics will also be addressed with a focus on flow cytometry applications. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Urinalysis and Body Fluids
(1 classes required)
CLS 361: Urinalysis and Body Fluids PREREQUISITE: BIO 265 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CLS 252 and CLS 330 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours This course will teach the students how to assay the cellular and chemical composition of body fluids such as urine, cerebrospinal fluid, amniotic fluid, pleural fluid, semen, and synovial fluid. The clinical significance of abnormal findings will be discussed. Students will learn to handle and analyze urine and non-blood body fluids while keeping the laboratory safe from infectious agents. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Professional Issues Seminar
(1 classes required)
CLS 362: Seminar for Professional Issues in Clinical Laboratory Sciences PREREQUISITE: CLS 252 and CLS 351 Credits: 2 Hours: 2.0 Seminar hours An introduction to professional issues in the clinical laboratory sciences, including governmental regulations, personnel management, financial management, medical ethics, quality assurance, etc. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Internship For Clinical Lab Sciences
(1 classes required)
CLS 459: Clinical Internship for Medical Technology I Requisites: None Credits: 5 Hours: 5.0 Internship hours This is the first 15-week semester of a two-semester clinical internship; full-time (35 hrs./wk) at an affiliated hospital with rotation periods in various sections of the laboratory. Students will receive a letter grade based on written, practical and oral exams at the affiliated training site. A final exam counting toward 50% of the final grade will be completed on campus. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Internships For Clinical Lab Sciences
(1 classes required)
CLS 460: Internship for Clinical Lab Sciences II Requisites: None Credits: 5 Hours: 5.0 Internship hours This is the second 15-week semester of a two-semester clinical internship; full-time (35 hrs./wk) at an affiliated hospital with rotation periods in various sections of the laboratory. Students will receive a letter grade based on written, practical and oral exams at the affiliated training site. A final exam counting toward 50% of the final grade will be completed on campus. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Cls Upper Division Writing Requirement
(1 classes required)
CLS 351: Clinical Chemistry PREREQUISITE: BIO 202 and CHEM 230 and CHEM 235 and CHEM 241 and CLS 330 Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours This course covers the clinical significance of abnormal concentrations of serum analytes (eg., carbohydrate, proteins, hormones, enzymes, electrolytes, blood gases, tumor antigens, therapeutic drugs, etc.). In the lab,the chemical principles behind the most common methodologies are discussed. Students will perform various manual spectrophotometric assays, enzymes, and those involved in liver and renal diseases. Topics to be presented may include vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, enzymes, blood gases, therapeutic drug monitoring, and toxicology. This is a writing intensive course. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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CLS 358: Diagnostic Techniques in Molecular Pathology PREREQUISITE: CLS 252 and CLS 330 and CREQ: CLS 343 and CLS 352 and CLS 357 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours This course presents the applications of biotechnology methods to diagnose disease. These techniques are used to define the composition of DNA and RNA to allow for detection and identification of microbial pathogens, genetic disorders, and malignant cells. This course will introduce students to gene probe applications, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, and gene sequencing. Proteomics will also be addressed with a focus on flow cytometry applications. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)

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