The medical laboratory science profession involves the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. A Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is a vital member of the healthcare team with employment opportunities in hospital, clinic, research, and pharmaceutical laboratories.
Program Requirements
Required General Education
Study of biological processes at the suborganismal level including cell chemistry, metabolism, reproduction, genetics, and complex tissue physiology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-03
Introduction to the basic principles of chemistry including atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermodynamics and states of matter. Laboratory will reinforce lecture concepts. Other prerequisites: High school chemistry or C (2.0) or higher in CHEM 104. C (2.0) or higher in MATH 112 or student must demonstrate math placement requirements at or above MATH 115 in the placement chart. See Mathematics for details.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 104 and Select 1 Course: MATH 112, MATH 113, MATH 115, MATH 121. High school chemistry or "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 104. "C" (2.0) or higher in MATH 112 or student must demonstrate math placement requirements at or above MATH 115 in the placement chart. See Mathematics for details.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-02, GE-03
Choose 4 Credit(s).
Concepts of algebra (real numbers, exponents, polynomials, rational expressions), equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants, conic sections, sequences and series, probability, and binomial theorem.
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Placement Table in this section, or MATH 098 with grade of P.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-04
This course will cover topics of precalculus mathematics. Topics covered will include functions, graphs of functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, trigonometric functions, circular functions, vectors and complex numbers, induction, series and probability.
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Math Placement Table in this section, or grade of P in MATH 098.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-04
Limits, continuity, the derivative and applications, transcendental functions, L'Hopital's Rule, and development of the Riemann integral.
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Placement Table in this section, MATH 115 or both MATH 112 and MATH 113 with "C" (2.0) or better.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-04
Major Common Core
Study of biological processes at the organismal level including a survey of life forms (viruses, bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals), their evolution, and ecology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Introduction to genetic analysis. Topics covered will include those of both classical and modern genetics: population genetics, molecular genetics, genetic manipulation of organisms and selection. Central to this course will be the primacy of the trait as the object of genetics and the development/refinement of the concept of the gene. Lab included.Fall, Spring, Summer
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, and MATH 112
Systems and regional approach to the structure of the human body. Primary emphasis on gross anatomy supported by 3-dimensional models and animal dissections, with additional emphasis on cell and tissue-level anatomy supported by histological examination. The course is designed for students majoring in biology programs. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105
Principles of functions of human cells, organs, and systems with an emphasis on organ/system interactions. This course is designed for students majoring in biology, chemistry, or related sciences, and medically-related areas. Includes a laboratory with a research and medical emphasis.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: CHEM 111 or CHEM 201, and Select 1 Course: BIOL 220 or BIOL 325.
Continuation of the basic principles of chemistry including properties of solutions, kinetics, acids and bases, equilibria, buffers, precipitation reactions, electron transfer reactions, electrochemistry, entropy and free energy. Laboratory will reinforce lecture concepts.
- Prerequisites:
- "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 201
Emphasis Common Core
Choose 13 Credit(s).
An introduction to the health care profession with special emphasis on clinical laboratory personnel. Course includes presentations by professionals in some of the major health care fields, especially medical technology. Includes lectures, field observations.
- Prerequisites:
- none
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the structure, biochemistry, phylogeny, molecular biology, pathobiology, immunology, and ecology of microbes, with an emphasis on bacteria. Lab will include classical and contemporary techniques for the identification and characterization of bacteria.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, CHEM 201
Fundamental principles of humoral and cell mediated immunity and the application of these principles. Current experimental work in the different areas of immunology will be discussed. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: BIOL 270 or BIOL 371.
Introduction to organic nomenclature, structure, bonding, chemical reactivity, organic acid-base reactions, mechanisms and stereochemistry. IR, MS, and NMR spectroscopy will be introduced. The chemistry of alkanes, alkyl halides, alkenes, alkynes, and alcohols will be covered. Laboratory illustrates synthetic techniques and the preparation and reactions of functional groups discussed during lecture. Other Prerequisites: C (2.0) or higher in all prerequisites.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 202, "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 202.
Analysis of the structure and metabolism of biologically important compounds. This intermediate-level course is designed for students in the medical technology, food science, chemistry education, chemistry and pre-professional health majors. The laboratory teaches basic biochemical techniques. Other Prerequisites: C (2.0) or higher in prerequisite courses. CHEM 324 strongly recommended.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 322. CHEM 324 is strongly recommended.
Emphasis Restricted Electives
Internship credits are determined in consultation with advisor. - Choose 32 - 36 Credit(s).
Theory of blood cell formation; disease states; hemostasis, microscopic examination of blood/bone marrow films; practical experience with instruments and techniques which determine major hematologic and clotting parameters; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Major blood group systems; principles and procedures for antigen/antibody detection, identification; donor blood collection, preservation, processing; component therapy; transfusion reaction evaluation; Rh immune globulin; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Antigen/antibody structure function and interaction; basic principles and procedures of humoral and cellular immunology; performance and clinical correlation of serological testing; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Identification and quantification of specific chemical substances in blood and body fluids by analytical techniques; clinical correlation with disease states; principles of instrumentation; data processing; toxicology; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Theory and techniques of cultivation, isolation and identification of bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses; determination of sensitivity to antimicrobial agents; clinical correlation to disease states, asepis; environmental monitoring; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Theory of renal function in health and disease; renal function tests including chemical and microscopic examination of urine; analysis of fecal specimens, gastric, spinal fluid and other body fluids; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
A continuation of Clinical Hematology I
- Prerequisites:
- none
A continuation of Clinical Immunohematology I.
- Prerequisites:
- none
A continuation of Clinical Chemistry I.
- Prerequisites:
- none
A continuation of Clinical Microbiology I.
- Prerequisites:
- none
A continuation of Clinical Microscopy I.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Related topics in medical technology.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Statistics Requirement - Choose 3-4 Credits
Statistics Requirement
Introduction to statistical analysis as applied to the health sciences. Examines concepts and methods of statistical procedures applied to health problems and issues. Prerequisites as listed or any other mathematics course higher than MATH 110.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: MATH 110, STAT 154, SOC 202, or ECON 207, or any other mathematics course higher than MATH 110.
An introduction to statistical concepts and methods that is applicable to all disciplines. Topics include descriptive measures of data, probability and probability distributions, statistical inference, tests of hypotheses, confidence intervals, correlation, linear regression, and analysis of variance. The use of statistical software will be emphasized. Prereq: ACT Math sub-score of 19 or higher, successful completion of MATH 098 or appropriate placement scores (see Placement Information under Statistics) Fall, Spring, Summer GE-4
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Placement Table in this section, or MATH 098 with grade of P.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-02, GE-04
CHOOSE 1 CLUSTER - Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN
Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN
Basic understanding of the principles of immunohematology applied to the area of blood blanking including major blood group systems, principles for antigen/antibody detection and identification, donor blood collection, transfusion evaluation, theory of renal function in health and disease, specimen collection, handling, and processing, and components of routine urinalysis.
- Prerequisites:
- none
This course will cover bacterial, fungal, and viral human pathogens: what diseases they cause, how they cause disease, and how humans defend against and prevent those diseases. In the laboratory the student will isolate and identify pathogenic microorganisms using microbiological, biochemical, and immunological techniques.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 371
St. Luke's Hospital, Cedar Rapids, IA / St. Luke's College, Sioux City, IA / Mercy College of Health Science, Des Moines, IA / Sanford USD Medical Center, Sioux Falls, SD / New York Methodist Hospital, Brooklyn, NY / Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences, Rochester, MN
This course will cover bacterial, fungal, and viral human pathogens: what diseases they cause, how they cause disease, and how humans defend against and prevent those diseases. In the laboratory the student will isolate and identify pathogenic microorganisms using microbiological, biochemical, and immunological techniques.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 371
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN and Rochester, MN
This course is a continuation Chem 322 and includes organic nomenclature, structure, bonding, chemical reactivity, organic acid-base reactions, and reaction mechanisms; the chemistry of ethers, aromatic and heterocyclic compounds, polyenes, ketones, aldehydes, amines, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, and alpha carbonyl compounds and synthetic transformations is covered.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 322 with a "C" (2.0) or higher.
Laboratory will highlight common techniques including recrystallization, melting point determination, simple and fractional distillation, extraction, gas and thin layer chromatography, and chemical and spectroscopic qualitative analysis. Single and multi-step syntheses illustrating aromatic and carbonyl chemistry will be performed.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 324
Limits, continuity, the derivative and applications, transcendental functions, L'Hopital's Rule, and development of the Riemann integral.
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Placement Table in this section, MATH 115 or both MATH 112 and MATH 113 with "C" (2.0) or better.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-04
4-Year Plan
The 4-Year Plan is a model for completing your degree in a timely manner. Your individual 4-Year plan may change based on a number of variables including transfer courses and the semester/year you start your major. Carefully work with your academic advisors to devise your own unique plan.
* Please meet with your advisor on appropriate course selection to meet your educational and degree goals.
First Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Study of biological processes at the suborganismal level including cell chemistry, metabolism, reproduction, genetics, and complex tissue physiology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-03
Concepts of algebra (real numbers, exponents, polynomials, rational expressions), equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants, conic sections, sequences and series, probability, and binomial theorem.
- Prerequisites:
- Satisfy Placement Table in this section, or MATH 098 with grade of P.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-04
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the structure, biochemistry, phylogeny, molecular biology, pathobiology, immunology, and ecology of microbes, with an emphasis on bacteria. Lab will include classical and contemporary techniques for the identification and characterization of bacteria.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, CHEM 201
Spring - 13 Credits
Study of biological processes at the organismal level including a survey of life forms (viruses, bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals), their evolution, and ecology. Laboratory and discussion sessions stress problem solving and experimental design.
- Prerequisites:
- none
An introduction to the health care profession with special emphasis on clinical laboratory personnel. Course includes presentations by professionals in some of the major health care fields, especially medical technology. Includes lectures, field observations.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Introduction to the basic principles of chemistry including atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermodynamics and states of matter. Laboratory will reinforce lecture concepts. Other prerequisites: High school chemistry or C (2.0) or higher in CHEM 104. C (2.0) or higher in MATH 112 or student must demonstrate math placement requirements at or above MATH 115 in the placement chart. See Mathematics for details.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 104 and Select 1 Course: MATH 112, MATH 113, MATH 115, MATH 121. High school chemistry or "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 104. "C" (2.0) or higher in MATH 112 or student must demonstrate math placement requirements at or above MATH 115 in the placement chart. See Mathematics for details.
- Goal Areas:
- GE-02, GE-03
Second Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Continuation of the basic principles of chemistry including properties of solutions, kinetics, acids and bases, equilibria, buffers, precipitation reactions, electron transfer reactions, electrochemistry, entropy and free energy. Laboratory will reinforce lecture concepts.
- Prerequisites:
- "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 201
Principles of functions of human cells, organs, and systems with an emphasis on organ/system interactions. This course is designed for students majoring in biology, chemistry, or related sciences, and medically-related areas. Includes a laboratory with a research and medical emphasis.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: CHEM 111 or CHEM 201, and Select 1 Course: BIOL 220 or BIOL 325.
Spring - 14 Credits
Introduction to genetic analysis. Topics covered will include those of both classical and modern genetics: population genetics, molecular genetics, genetic manipulation of organisms and selection. Central to this course will be the primacy of the trait as the object of genetics and the development/refinement of the concept of the gene. Lab included.Fall, Spring, Summer
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, and MATH 112
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the structure, biochemistry, phylogeny, molecular biology, pathobiology, immunology, and ecology of microbes, with an emphasis on bacteria. Lab will include classical and contemporary techniques for the identification and characterization of bacteria.
- Prerequisites:
- BIOL 105, BIOL 106, CHEM 201
Third Year
Fall - 15 Credits
Introduction to organic nomenclature, structure, bonding, chemical reactivity, organic acid-base reactions, mechanisms and stereochemistry. IR, MS, and NMR spectroscopy will be introduced. The chemistry of alkanes, alkyl halides, alkenes, alkynes, and alcohols will be covered. Laboratory illustrates synthetic techniques and the preparation and reactions of functional groups discussed during lecture. Other Prerequisites: C (2.0) or higher in all prerequisites.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 202, "C" (2.0) or higher in CHEM 202.
Introduction to statistical analysis as applied to the health sciences. Examines concepts and methods of statistical procedures applied to health problems and issues. Prerequisites as listed or any other mathematics course higher than MATH 110.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: MATH 110, STAT 154, SOC 202, or ECON 207, or any other mathematics course higher than MATH 110.
Spring - 16 Credits
Analysis of the structure and metabolism of biologically important compounds. This intermediate-level course is designed for students in the medical technology, food science, chemistry education, chemistry and pre-professional health majors. The laboratory teaches basic biochemical techniques. Other Prerequisites: C (2.0) or higher in prerequisite courses. CHEM 324 strongly recommended.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 322. CHEM 324 is strongly recommended.
Fundamental principles of humoral and cell mediated immunity and the application of these principles. Current experimental work in the different areas of immunology will be discussed. Lab included.
- Prerequisites:
- Select 1 Course: BIOL 270 or BIOL 371.
Fourth Year
Fall - 16 Credits
Theory of blood cell formation; disease states; hemostasis, microscopic examination of blood/bone marrow films; practical experience with instruments and techniques which determine major hematologic and clotting parameters; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Spring - 16 Credits
Major blood group systems; principles and procedures for antigen/antibody detection, identification; donor blood collection, preservation, processing; component therapy; transfusion reaction evaluation; Rh immune globulin; quality control.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Major Credits
72
Total Credits
120
Locations
Mankato
Career Cluster
Health Science