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Aug 31, 2024
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CLS 272 - Applied Clinical Microbiology I Credits: 2 Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring Campus/Sites Offered: Henderson Offering Note: No additional information available.
Description Specimen collection and processing. Isolation and identification of pathogenic bacteria, through the use of conventional and commercial methods, microscopic techniques and serological tests.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Verify the acceptability of clinical specimens, work area, equipment function, reagents and supplies through assessment of quality assurance procedures. (cognitive)
- Describe characteristics of clinically significant bacterial isolates. (cognitive)
- Distinguish between specimen normal flora and potential pathogens. (cognitive)
- Interpret results of procedures performed in the microbiology laboratory. (cognitive)
- Evaluate microbiological laboratory data to recognize and report clinically relevant results according to established procedures. (cognitive)
- Select, inoculate, and process suitable media to achieve isolated colonies of microorganisms. (psychomotor)
- Perform the appropriate microscopic, cultural, biochemical and serological laboratory procedures necessary for the identification of microorganisms to the genus or species level. (psychomotor)
- Prepare accurate and legible laboratory reports. (psychomotor)
- Model professionalism in appearance and demeanor. (affective)
- Use written and spoken English to communicate effectively; employ written and verbal directions. (affective)
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CLS 271 Graded: Letter Grade
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