Clinical Laboratory Science, BSCLS

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Program Description:

The Department of Biological Sciences offers the following degree programs: Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences, and Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science. We offer four options within the Bachelor of Science: an exercise biology option, a bioinformatics option, a microbiology and immunology option, and an ecology option. A preparatory program in Allied Health Areas is available, along with a dual major program in chemistry.

There are minimum grade requirements for departmental courses in each of the undergraduate degree programs. See specific program requirements for details.

The teaching and research programs of the department are conducted in modern, well-equipped classrooms and laboratories. A 200-acre biology preserve on campus and nearby parks and preserves, such as the Beavercreek Wetlands, provide excellent opportunities for terrestrial and aquatic field studies. Students must plan their individual programs of study with the help of a departmental advisor to be sure they are meeting university, college, and departmental requirements. Many undergraduate students include faculty-guided, independent research projects in their academic programs.

Clinical Laboratory Science (Previously Medical Technology)

The Clinical Laboratory Science program includes three years of prescribed study at Wright State University and a one-year clinical laboratory curriculum in a clinical laboratory science program accredited by the American Medical Association Council on Medical Education through the National Accrediting Agency of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL. 60018. Upon successfully completing the program, students receive the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science degree. They also become eligible to take the national certification examination given by the Board of Certification for Medical Laboratory Scientists (ASCP) and the CLS examination administered by the National Certification Agency for Laboratory Personnel. Through special arrangements, students may obtain their clinical education in other programs of clinical laboratory science accredited by the NAACLS, after they receive approval from the chair of the Department of Biological Sciences.

In the fall semester of their preclinical year, students apply, through the department, for admission into the clinical laboratory program. Criteria used to determine admission include the academic record, letters of recommendation, and results of a personal interview. The number of positions in each class for the clinical year program is limited.

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science Degree

Students must achieve a grade of C or better in each course used to fulfill the departmental requirements and clinical program requirements of this degree.

Clinical Laboratory Science Clinical Year Program

The College of Science and Mathematics offers a comprehensive Clinical Laboratory Science Clinical Year Program that provides participating students with the academic preparation and clinical skills needed to be a qualified practitioner. The curriculum begins in

May and includes one semester of basic lecture/laboratory courses on campus, followed by two semesters of supervised clinical rotations in twelve cooperating affiliated clinical facilities: Atrium Medical Center, Children’s Medical Center (Dayton and Cincinnati), CompuNet Clinical Laboratory, Grandview Health Network, Good Samaritan Hospital and Health Center, , Reid Hospital, Miami Valley Hospital, McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital, Kettering Medical Center, Springfield Regional Hospital, , Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and Community Blood Center. Upon successfully completing the program, students are eligible to receive the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science degree, provided they meet the requirements for the degree as stated in this catalog.

Biological Sciences Honors Program

An honors program allows qualified students to carry out independent projects under the guidance of faculty sponsors. Students who have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.4 during the preceding three quarters may apply to the Department of Biological Sciences to pursue an honors program. Application for admission to the program should be made during the student’s junior year. Students interested in the honors program should contact the departmental office.

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Program Requirements:

I. Wright State Core: 43 Hours

Element 1 - Communication: 6 Hours

Element 2 - Mathematics: 4 Hours

Required

STT 2640 - Elementary Statistics Credit Hour(s): 4

Element 3 - Global Traditions: 6 Hours

Element 4 - Arts and Humanities: 3 Hours

Element 5 - Social Sciences: 6 Hours

Element 6 - Natural Sciences: 8 Hours

Required

BIO 1120 - Cells and Genes Credit Hour(s): 4
BIO 1150 - Organisms and Ecosystems Credit Hour(s): 4

Additional Core Courses: 10 Hours

Required

CHM 1210 - General Chemistry I Credit Hour(s): 3
CHM 1210L - General Chemistry Lab I Credit Hour(s): 2
CHM 1220 - General Chemistry II Credit Hour(s): 3
CHM 1220L - General Chemistry Lab II Credit Hour(s): 2

II. Departmental Core Requirements: 10 Hours

BIO 2100 - Orientation Seminar in Biological Sciences Credit Hour(s): 1
BIO 2110 - Principles of Molecular and Classical Genetics Credit Hour(s): 3
BIO 2120 - Cell Biology Credit Hour(s): 3
BIO 2130 - Introduction to Molecular Biology Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 2.5
BIO 2140 - Introduction to Cell Biology Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 2.5

III. Departmental Requirements and Electives: 58 Hours

BIO 3100 - Clinical Microbiology Credit Hour(s): 3
BIO 3110 - Clinical Microbiology Lab Credit Hour(s): 2
ANT 3120 - Human Structure and Function II Credit Hour(s): 4
CL 4200 - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4220 - Laboratory Management Credit Hour(s): 1.5
CL 4230 - Clinical Pathology Seminar Credit Hour(s): 1.5
CL 4310 - Urinalysis of Body and Fluid Analysis Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4410 - Hematology Credit Hour(s): 3
CL 4420 - Advanced Hematology Credit Hour(s): 1.5
CL 4430 - Introduction to Hematology Practicum Credit Hour(s): 1
CL 4440 - Advanced Hematology Practicum Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4510 - Hemostasis Credit Hour(s): 1.5
CL 4610 - Basic Clinical Chemistry Credit Hour(s): 2.5
CL 4620 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4630 - Introduction to Clinical Chemistry Practicum Credit Hour(s): 1
CL 4640 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry Practicum Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4710 - Diagnostic Microbiology Credit Hour(s): 3
CL 4720 - Advanced Microbiology Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4730 - Introduction to Clinical Microbiology Practicum Credit Hour(s): 1
CL 4740 - Advanced Clinical Microbiology Practicum Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4810 - Immunology/Serology Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4910 - Immunohematology Credit Hour(s): 2
CL 4920 - Advanced Immunohematology Credit Hour(s): 1.5
CL 4930 - Introduction to Clinical Immunohematology/Transfusion Medicine Practicum Credit Hour(s): 1
CL 4940 - Advanced Clinical Immunohematology/Transfusion Medicine Practicum Credit Hour(s): 2

Upper Level Electives: 9 Hours

Choose from the following:

BIO 4430 - Vertebrate Histology Credit Hour(s): 5
BIO 4760 - Human Parasitology and Mycology Credit Hour(s): 3
M&I 4260 - Immunology Credit Hour(s): 3
BMB 3230 - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for Clinical Laboratory Science Credit Hour(s): 3

IV. Related Course Requirements: 16 Hours

CHM 2110 - Organic Chemistry I Credit Hour(s): 3
CHM 2110L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credit Hour(s): 2
CHM 2120 - Organic Chemistry II Credit Hour(s): 3
CHM 2120L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 2
MTH 1280 - College Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4

Total: 127 Hours

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.