The mission of the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program is to prepare highly
competent medical laboratory technologists who will become leaders in the MLT
profession. The program provides qualified students with both the theoretical knowledge
and clinical experience in various areas of clinical laboratory science. Students are trained
to perform clinical laboratory tests, evaluate, and report accurate test data/results used
by physicians to properly diagnose and treat patients. Principles of quality assurance,
laboratory safety assurance, and provision of timely and cost-effective services are
emphasized. Graduates of the program shall be able to demonstrate high ethical and
moral standards, professional responsibility, and the desire for learning throughout their
careers.
Program Educational Objectives
The program will:
- 1.Provide students with comprehensive theoretical knowledge of clinical laboratory sciences and practical experience.
- 2.Develop in students’ career entry-level competencies in clinical laboratory testing, quality assurance, and professional ethical practice.
- 3.Provide students with the background adequate to follow graduate studies or specialization in an area of clinical laboratory sciences.
- 4.Cultivate the development of leadership, communication skills, and lifelong learning.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, students should be able to (W: weak correlation; H: high correlation):
- 1.Define the basics and principles of clinical chemistry, general microbiology, clinical hematology, histopathology, blood banking, cytogenetics and molecular laboratory sciences. (POb a H and POb c H).
- 2.Establish proper procedures, for collecting, processing, and analyzing biological specimens and other substances. (POb a H, POb b H and POb c H).
- 3.Perform microscopic examination and analytical tests of cells, tissues, blood, body fluids, and other materials. (POb a H, POb b H and POb c H).
- 4.Employ problem solving and sound critical thinking skills to recognize and confirm abnormal laboratory results. (POb a H and POb b W).
- 5.Exercise the principles of management, safety and quality assurance programs. (POb b H).
- 6.Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal skills, professional conduct, and the desire for continuing education. (POb b H, POb c H and POb d H).
Graduation Requirements
For the Bachelor of Sciences in Nutrition and Dietetics, Medical Laboratory Technology
and Nursing, to graduate, a student must fulfill all requirements of the undergraduate
degree program, with an overall GPA of at least 2.0/4.0 and a minimum GPA of 2.3/4.0
in both the core and major requirements and clear all accounts with the University.
Candidates for degrees are reminded that grades of “I” assigned during the last
semester to courses required for graduation will result in the delaying of graduation.
For the Bachelor of Sciences in Food Safety and Quality Management and Health
Communication, to graduate, a student must fulfill all requirements of the undergraduate
degree program, with an overall GPA of at least 2.0/4.0 and a minimum GPA of 2.0/4.0
in both the core and major requirements and clear all accounts with the University.
Candidates for degrees are reminded that grades of “I” assigned during the last
semester to courses required for graduation will result in the delaying of graduation.