2 C.H. An orientation to the laboratory provided by weekly seminars which present the basic knowledge necessary for laboratory work. The course consists of lectures by college and other laboratory professionals, demonstrations, and field trips to laboratories. Topics include history and scope of laboratory technology, clinical and biotechnology, safety practices, computer and laboratory information systems, and basic laboratory procedures.
Emphasis is on professionalism and ethics.
Restricted to Clinical Laboratory Science majors. A continuation of CLS 101 with emphasis on topics relevant to foundation knowledge and those specialized techniques required prior to entry into laboratory practicum. Restricted to Clinical Laboratory Sciences majors. Designed to prepare students in the theory of phlebotomy. Classroom work includes lectures and laboratory.