Courses

MLSP 300 Fundamental Concepts and Techniques in the Medical Laboratory
3 hrs, 3 cr
Prereq: BIOL 100, 102, CHEM 102, 103, 104, 105 or equivalent
Function of the medical laboratory, data analysis and operation of basic laboratory equipment.

MLS 312 Human Physiology: Integration and Control
3 hrs, 3 cr
Prereq: BIOL 100 and 102, CHEM 104, 105 or equivalent
Study of function at cellular, systemic, and organismic level, with emphasis on the integrated organism and associated control systems.

MLS 347 Human Histology
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3 cr
Coreq: MLS 312
Structure and function of normal human tissues and cells, including systemic study of microscopic morphology.

MLSP 349 Hematology
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3 cr
Prereq or Coreq: MLSP 300
Study of normal and pathological conditions of blood. Use of current diagnostic techniques such as peripheral blood and bone marrow differential counting and blood banking.

MLSP 351 Clinical Microbiology I
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3 cr.
Prereq or Coreq: MLSP 300
Properties and mechanisms of pathogenesis of microorganisms associated with disease and the antimicrobial agents used to control them; laboratory diagnosis of bacterial infection.

MLSP 352 Clinical Microbiology II
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 4 cr
Prereq: MLSP 300, 351 or equivalent
Continuation of MLSP 351 with particular emphasis on anaerobic bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including molecular methods.

MLSP 354 Clinical Biochemistry I: Biomolecules & Metabolism
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3.5 cr
Prereq: CHEM 222
Basic macromolecules of life, including amino acids, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates; membrane biochemistry and signal transduction; cellular metabolism and bioenergetics; clinical and biochemical laboratory methods.

MLSP 355 Clinical Biochemistry II: Genes to Proteins
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3.5 cr
Prereq: MLSP 354
Continuation of MLSP 354. Structure and function of nucleic acids and proteins and the genetic basis of human disease. Laboratory methodologies include analysis of proteins, including enzymes in clinical samples, and manipulation of microbial nucleic acids.

MLSP 361 Computers and Data Processing in the Medical Laboratory
3 hrs (1 hr lecture, 2 hrs lab), 3 cr
Prereq: MATH 150 or STAT 113
Study of computer integration in the medical and research lab, data compilation and medical information systems.

MLSP 400 Topics in Biomedical Sciences
1-3 hrs, 1-3 cr
Topics vary from semester to semester and are announced before registration.

MLS 400.66 Topics: Biohazards and Emergency Response
3 hrs, 3 cr.
Cross-listed: MLS 770.25
This cross-listed undergraduate/masters class covers the biology of microorganisms and toxins most frequently considered in perpetrated attacks. It also considers technology for detection and control for first responders, lab practitioners and other healthcare professionals, emergency communication, and prevention. In addition to classroom activities, students participate in group projects to simulate bioterrorism events and responses; government regulation, chain of evidence, and related topics are covered.

MLS 400.67 Topics: Medical Technology
3 hrs, 3 cr.
Prereq: MLSP 354 and MLSP 355
A review of various disciplines in clinical laboratory technology with a particular focus on clinical chemistry. Recommended for students intending to take the NYSED licensure exam for clinical laboratory technologists.

MLSP 410 Professional Practice
8 weeks, 3 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Directed full-time experience in clinical laboratories, public health or other biomedical laboratories. Arranged on individual basis.

MLSP 430 Immunohematology
3 hrs (2 hr lecture, 1 hr lab), 3 cr
Prereq: MLSP 349
Study of the immunologic properties of blood associated with blood group systems, donor screening, transfusion reactions and hemolytic disease and laboratory techniques used to characterize antigen-antibody reactions.

MLS 450 Cell and Tissue Culture
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 4 cr
Prereq: MLSP 351; coreq: MLS 347, MLSP 352
Cell and tissue culture theory and techniques, including starting primary cultures, passing and preservation of cells, cytotoxicity assays and monoclonal antibody techniques.

MLSP 457 Senior Seminar
3 hrs lecture, 3 hrs lab, 3 cr
Prereq: Instructor Permission
Oral presentations and written exercises (including research proposal) introduce students to the use and proper citation of the biomedical literature, research design, effective scientific communication and regulatory oversight of science.

MLS 460 Immunology
5 hrs (2 hr lecture, 3 hr lab), 3 cr
Prereq: MLS 349, MLSP 351, Coreq: MLSP 352, 354
Cellular reactions in immunology, structure of antibodies and antigens, and laboratory determination of immune functions.

MLS 480.1, 480.2, 480.3
1, 2, and 3 credits respectively
Prereq or Coreq: Departmental Permission
Independent Study Hours TBA.

MLS 490 Honors
Hours TBA, 3 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COURSES

MLS 600 Fundamental Concepts and Techniques in the Medical Laboratory
3 hrs (2 lecture hrs, 1 lab hr), 3cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Function of the medical laboratory, data analysis and operation of basic laboratory equipment.

MLS 610 Clinical Practicum I
6 practicum hrs, 6 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course is in partial fulfillment of the didactic and clinical practicum for the Advanced Certificate in Medical Technology that comprises a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Hours to be arranged.

MLS 620 Clinical Practicum II
6 practicum hours, 6 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Continuation of MLS 610 Clinical Practicum

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN CYTOTECHNOLOGY COURSES

MLS 63000 Introduction to Cytopathology
1 hr, 1 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Students will be introduced to the discipline of cytopathology including historical perspective, established terminology, basic cell structure and cell biology and concepts of cellular response to injury and neoplasia. The applicability of immunochemistry, cytogenetics and other molecular studies to cytology specimens will also be discussed.

MLS 63200 Gynecologic Cytopathology
4hrs, 4 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Students will be introduced to the cytopathology of infectious, inflammatory, premalignant, and malignant pathologic processes of the female genital tract. They will learn how to identify benign and abnormal cytologic findings in gynecologic specimens and formulate preliminary and differential diagnoses.

MLS 63500 Microscopic Evaluation 1
2 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course allows students to apply acquired didactic material in a supervised clinical practice setting. Students are assigned microscopic screening assignments and expected to detect, select and appropriately mark cellular findings most representative of a pathologic process, if present. Students will correlate microscopic findings with clinical information, past history and concurrent histologic specimens and compose a preliminary cytologic interpretation using an established system of terminology. Students are assigned to licensed cytotechnologists who re-screen their slides and provide immediate feedback regarding performance. (limited to gynecologic, respiratory and gastrointestinal specimens).

MLS 63600 Microscopic Evaluation II
2 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course allows students to apply acquired didactic material in a supervised clinical practice setting. Students are assigned microscopic screening assignments and expected to detect, select and appropriately mark cellular findings most representative of a pathologic process, if present. Students will correlate microscopic findings with clinical information, past history and concurrent histologic specimens and compose a preliminary cytologic interpretation using an established system of terminology. Students are assigned to licensed cytotechnologists who re-screen their slides and provide immediate feedback regarding performance.

MLS 63700 Microscopic Evaluation 3
4 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course is an extension of MLS 63500 and MLS 63600. Students continue to apply acquired didactic material in a supervised clinical practice setting acquiring speed and proficiency in cytologic screening. This course also allows students to gain experience in fine needle aspiration specimen adequacy assessment and specimen triage for ancillary studies. Students are assigned to licensed cytotechnologists who re-screen their slides and provide immediate feedback regarding performance.

MLS 64000 Exfoliative Cytopathology 1
2 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction in the principles of non-gynecologic exfoliative cytopathology including basic anatomy, embryology, histology, physiology, pathology, endocrinology, and diagnostic cytopathology (e.g., infections, inflammation and benign and malignant neoplasms) of the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts. Students will learn how to assess respiratory and gastrointestinal specimens for benign and abnormal cytologic findings and formulate preliminary and differential diagnoses.

MLS 64100 Exfoliative Cytopathology II
2 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction in the principles of non-gynecologic exfoliative cytopathology including basic anatomy, embryology, histology, physiology, pathology, endocrinology, and diagnostic cytopathology (e.g., infections, inflammation and benign and malignant neoplasms) of the urinary tract, body cavities and central nervous system. Students will learn how to assess specimens from these sites for benign and abnormal cytologic findings and formulate preliminary and differential diagnoses.

MLS 64400, 64500, and 64600: Research Methods 1,2, and 3
1 hr each, 1 cr. each
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Students will explore cytopathology research in the scientific literature. They will learn basic principles of experimental design, laboratory techniques and data collection and interpretation. They will gain experience in the evaluation and communication of the scientific literature through oral presentations and written exercises.

MLS 64700 Cytopreparatory Techniques 1
1 hr, 1cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction and hands-on experience in the basic principles of cytopreparation and applicable quality assurance and quality control activities. Students learn established cytopreparatory techniques, such as smear preparation cytocentrifugation, pipetting, liquid-based processing, staining and coverslipping and how to identify and troubleshoot issues that may occur during specimen handling and processing.

MLS 64800 Cytopreparatory Techniques 2
1 hr, 1 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course is a continuation of MLS 64700 and provides more in-depth instruction in laboratory safety and additional hands-on experience in cytopreparation. Students learn established cytopreparatory techniques such as smear preparation cytocentrifugation, pipetting, liquid-based processing, staining and coverslipping and how to identify and troubleshoot issues that may occur during specimen handling and processing.

MLS 64900 Cytopreparatory Techniques 3
1 hr, 1 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course is a continuation of MLS 64700 and MLS 64800 and provides more hands-on experience in cytopreparation. Students apply principles of established cytopreparatory techniques and quality control under the supervision of licensed clinical personnel.

MLS 65000 Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology 1
2 hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction in the principles of fine needle aspiration cytopathology of the lung, mediastinum, breast, thyroid, salivary gland and lymph nodes. Students will learn how to assess cytologic specimens procured from these sites for benign and abnormal cytologic findings and formulate preliminary and differential diagnoses.

MLS 65100 Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology 2
2hrs, 2 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction in the principles of fine needle aspiration cytopathology of the liver, pancreas, kidney, adrenal glands, retroperitoneum, bone and soft tissue. Students will learn how to assess cytologic specimens procured from these sites for benign and abnormal cytologic findings and formulate preliminary and differential diagnoses.

MLS 65200 Cytology Laboratory Management and Operations
1 cr.
Prereq: Departmental Permission
This course provides instruction in the management principles of a cytology laboratory including regulatory requirements, laboratory safety, quality management, quality assurance, quality control and equipment maintenance.

MASTERS IN BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY MANAGEMENT (BLM) COURSES
This program is a combination of courses offered at Hunter and at the School of Professional Studies

MLS 700 Concepts of Disease and Diagnostic Strategies
3 hrs, 3 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
Several model disease entities (e.g. diabetes, selected infectious diseases and cancers) will be analyzed to design strategies for effective laboratory studies in screening, diagnosis, staging, treatment and long term follow-up for positive patient outcomes and cost effectiveness.

MLS 701 Emerging Laboratory Technologies
3hrs, 3 cr
Prereq: Departmental Permission
New technologies in biomedical science will be analyzed for scientific innovation, cost effectiveness and impact on patient and research outcomes. Applications to a group of model disease states will form the basis of project learning. Expert visiting faculty enhance learning.

MLS 770.25 Topics: Biohazards and Emergency Response
3hrs, 3cr
Pre-req: Departmental Permission
Biology of microorganisms and toxins most frequently associated with perpetrated attacks; including technology for detection and control for first responders, lab practitioners, emergency communication and prevention. Included are group projects that simulate bioterrorism events and responses. Government regulation, chain of evidence and related topics are also covered. This is a cross-section course with MLS 400.66.

MLS 710 Management Practicum
3hrs, 3cr
Pre-req: Departmental Permission
Students successfully completing all (or most) courses in the MS will design and implement a specific management project, most often in the laboratory in which they work. In depth peer and instructor review of written and presented versions will culminate in final blueprint for institutional change. Supervision will be shared by on-site director and course faculty. Students not currently affiliated with an appropriate workplace will be assisted to find a suitable site for the capstone project.

MLS 720 Risk Management for the Biomedical Laboratory
3hrs, 3 cr
Pre-req: Departmental Permission
The biomedical lab must manage risk from diverse origins, including lab/medical hazards, regulation, and fiscal sources, similar to any business entity. This case-based course explores each of these with model interventions. Government and other regulatory systems are studied.

BLM COURSES OFFERED AT SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

MGT 680 Human Resource Management-Graduate
3hr, 3cr
This subject adopts a "macro" or "strategic" approach to Human Resource Management through a critical analysis of recent literature on the role of Human Resource Management in organizations and through consideration of the application of this literature to work organizations. Various models of strategic Human Resource Management and the strategic relationships between Human Resource Management, programs of management and organizational change are considered.

MGT 681 Graduate Financial Management
3hr, 3cr
In this course, students will learn to define, comprehend, and apply a market-driven theory for ethically based, strategic financial decisions. Important issues include the return and risk of the activity to invest, the size of the investment, and the sources for financing the investment. Each decision is part of the overall financial strategy that adds value to the shareholder. Topics include: financial markets; financial reporting; the cost of capital; portfolio analysis; capital structure; dividend policy; options; cash management; and international monetary issues

BUS 600 Organization Behavior and Leadership
3hr, 3cr
This course is designed to introduce students to the major concepts, models, theories, and research in the field of organizational behavior and leadership. We will cover relevant theories and concepts from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and social psychology. Although the course is analytical and conceptual in nature, the primary focus is on applying behavioral science knowledge to the practice of management and leadership. The course focuses on individual and small-group processes, ethics, managing group and inter-group processes, creating meaningful change, and improving organizational effectiveness.

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