MLAB 2434: Clinical Microbiology
- Dates: January 16 – May 12, 2024
- Length of Course: 16 Weeks
- Total Number of Hours: 128 (approximate)
Instruction in the theory, practical application, and pathogenesis of clinical microbiology, including collection, setup, identification, susceptibility testing, and reporting procedures. Laboratory exercises will endeavor to provide the student with the most comprehensive experiences possible, but will rely mainly on the commonly measured differential characteristics of select bacterial groups.
By the end of this course the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in aseptic handling of bacteriologic specimens.
- Demonstrate an understanding of bacterial, viral and rickettsial descriptions and classifications.
- Choose the proper media for and correctly process bacteriologic specimens.
- Identify unknown organisms using techniques presented in laboratory exercises.
Please print the MLAB 2434 Syllabus and bring it to class.
Mahon, Connie R., and Lehman, Donald, Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology, Seventh Edition, Elsevier, ISBN 9780323829977
Exam 1 (In Class) |
Covers:Lectures:Bacterial Cell Structure (Chap. 1), Host-Pathogen Interaction( Chap. 2), Public Health (Chap. 3), Control of Microorganisms (Chap. 4), Performance Improvement (Chap. 5), Specimen Collection (Chap. 6), Microscopic Exam (Chap. 7), Colony Morphology (Chap. 8), Antibiotics (Chap. 12), Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing (Chap. 13), Bioterror (Chap. 30)Labs: Specimen Acceptability, Antibiotic Sensitivity, Streaking for Isolation, Prep of Smears & Gram Stain, and Clinical Specimen Preparation | EVC:Tuesday, Feb. 13, 20248:30 – 9:45 amRoom 9317 | RRC:Tuesday, Feb. 13, 20243:30- 4:45 pmRoom 3121 |
Exam 2 (In Class) |
Covers:Lectures- Staphylococci (Chap. 14), Streptococci (Chap. 15), Skin & Soft Tissue Infections (Chap. 33)Labs- Staphylococcus, Streptococci, previous labs | EVC:Tuesday, Feb. 27, 20248:30 – 9:30 amRoom 9317 | RRC:Tuesday, Feb. 27, 20243:30- 4:30 pmRoom 3121 |
Exam 3 (In Class) |
Covers:Lectures:Neisseria/Moraxella (Chap. 17), Haemophilus (Chap. 18), Respiratory Infections (Chap. 32), CNS Infections (Chap. 35), Bacteremia (Chap. 36), Genital Infections (Chap. 38)Labs- Neisseria, Haemophilus, Blood Culture, previous labs | EVC: Tuesday, March 26, 20248:30 – 9:45 amRoom 9317 | RRC: Tuesday, March 26, 20243:30- 4:45 pmRoom 3121 |
Exam 4 (In Class) |
Covers:Lectures-Enterics (Chap. 19), Vibrio etc. (Chap. 20), Non-fermenting GNRs (Chap. 21), GI Infections (Chap. 34), UTIs (Chap. 37)Labs- Enterics, Packaged GNR, Non-fermenters | EVC:Tuesday, April 23, 20248:30 – 9:45 amRoom 9317 | RRC:Tuesday, April 23, 20243:30- 4:45 pmRoom 3121 |
Exam 5 (In Class) |
Covers:Lectures- GPR (Chap. 16), Anaerobes (Chap. 22), Mycobacteria (Chap. 26)Labs- Anaerobes, Mycobacteria | EVC:Tuesday, April 30, 20248:30 – 9:30 amRoom 9317 | RRC:Tuesday, April 30, 20243:30- 4:30 pmRoom 3121 |
Final Exam – Tuesday May 7, 2024
Covers all course material.
Eastview Class: Rm. 9317 8:30 am- 10:30 am
Round Rock Class: Rm 3121 3:30 p.m- 5:30 pm
Disregard any topics/labs/assignments with strikeouts.
01/10/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
01/16/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
01/17/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
01/23/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
01/24/24
Textbook/ Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
01/30/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
01/31/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/06/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
02/07/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/13/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
02/14/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/20/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/21/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/27/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
02/28/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
03/05/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
03/06/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
03/19/24
Textbook |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
03/20/24
Textbook |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
03/26/24
Textbook |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
03/27/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
04/02/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
04/03/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
04/09/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
04/10/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
04/15/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
04/16/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | Unknown: Urine Culture |
Assignment |
|
04/17/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
04/23/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory | |
Assignment |
|
04/24/24
Textbook |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
04/30/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
05/01/24
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
00/00
Textbook/Lecture Topics |
|
Laboratory |
|
Assignment |
|
Search the Health Sciences Website
Medical Laboratory Technology Updates
Online Application Submission Process
Due to public safety concerns, applications will not be accepted in person until further notice. Effective immediately, applicants for all Health Sciences programs except Associate Degree Nursing, Mobility Nursing, and RN-to-BSN should follow these instructions when submitting their application and supporting documents:
Read morePhlebotomy Technician Program Applications
To apply to the Phlebotomy Technician program, please upload your supporting documents to CastleBranch using code UL78im. To learn more, visit the Phlebotomy Technician Application Process page.
Read moreMedical Laboratory Technology Program Applications
To apply to the Medical Laboratory Technology program, please upload your application supporting documents to CastleBranch with code UL69im. For more information, visit the Medical Laboratory Technology Application Process page.
Read more