Program Description
- Online & On-Campus option
Microbiologists culture, isolate and diagnose bacteria, parasites and viruses to identify the cause of disease and the best course of treatment. The role of the microbiologist has become increasingly important in identifying and neutralizing potential biological attack agents as organisms continue to develop resistance to the drugs used to treat disease.
Curriculum Options
Curriculum: 15.5 credit, on campus
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MLS 512 | Clinical Microbiology I | 4 |
| MLS 513 | Clinical Microbiology II | 3.5 |
| LS 510 | Intro to Molecular Diagnostics | 2 |
| LS 610 | Reg & Fis Issues in Lab. Mgmt | 3 |
| MLS 812 | Med Lab Sci Practicum I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15.5 | |
Curriculum: 9 credit, online
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MLSO 510 | Intro to Molecular Diagnostics | 1 |
| MLSO 512 | Clinical Microbiology I | 2 |
| MLSO 513 | Clinical Microbiology II | 2 |
| MLSO 610 | Reg & Fiscal Issues Lab Mgmt | 3 |
| MLSO 812 | Med Lab Sci Comp - Chemistry | 1 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |