Clinical

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE,

B.S.

Faculty William Bloemer, Wayne Gade, Paula Garrott, James Veselenak

Adjunct Faculty Joan Barenfanger, John Dietrich, Robbin Killam, Gilma Roncancio, Kim Stahl, Judy Sutherland, Tina Walke



Degree offered: Bachelor of Science mation can also be requested at cls@uis.edu. the junior year; however, midyear part-time status is

possible.

The clinical laboratory science program offers the B.S. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS/ADVISING Since program enrollment is limited, admission to

degree to students interested in careers in clinical lab- The clinical laboratory science program provides for UIS does not guarantee admission to the clinical labo-

oratory science. Such careers require competence in the continuing education of students who have com- ratory science program. In addition to completing the

the performance, analysis, and interpretation of clini- pleted the first two years of lower-division work UIS application process, interested applicants should

cal laboratory procedures and the ability to function in (preferably with the A.A. or A.S. degree). Prerequisite contact the program for a program application. Appli-

problem-solving situations. The curriculum features courses required for admission include 1) 90 quarter cants must also forward a written statement of their

both broad-based and selective learning experiences hours or 60 semester hours of lower-division courses, academic and professional goals and the names and

encompassing theory and practice in all areas of clin- including the UIS general education requirements de- addresses of two college science instructors (preferably

ical laboratory science. Completion of the program tailed in the admissions section of this catalog; 2) two one biology and one chemistry) for use as references to

leads to eligibility for certification by the Board of semesters of general chemistry; 3) one semester of or- the clinical laboratory science program director. A

Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathology ganic chemistry; 4) two semesters of biological sci- personal interview may be required.

and/or the National Credentialing Agency for Labora- ences, preferably at least one semester of anatomy and

tory Personnel. The UIS clinical laboratory science physiology; 5) one semester of statistics or higher UIS REQUIREMENTS

program is accredited by the National Accrediting mathematics; and 6) one semester of microbiology Students are required to complete a minimum of 12

Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). with lab. Recommended courses include genetics, a semester hours of UIS requirements in the areas of lib-

second semester of organic chemistry, and computer eral studies colloquia, public affairs colloquia, and ap-

Contact: Information about the clinical laboratory software use (word processing, spreadsheets). Normal plied study. These hours must include at least four

science program is available at (217) 206-6589. Infor- time of entry into the program is the fall semester of hours in each of at least two of these areas.





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PROGRAM FEATURES/REQUIREMENTS ries. Clinical education is coupled with didactic cours- MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (MLT)

The clinical laboratory science program requires 60- es offered at UIS. — CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (CLS)

66 credit hours of upper-division work. Interdiscipli- Recognizing the importance of communication in ARTICULATION

nary and problem-oriented, with emphasis on the allied health professions, faculty in all CLS courses Special opportunities are available for individuals who

basic sciences and standards of contemporary clinical emphasize development of effective oral and written have completed an associate degree medical laborato-

laboratory science, the program includes academic communication skills. Consequently, completion of ry technician program. Through advising and planned

and clinical experiences. CLS required courses constitutes successful demon- academic and clinical course work, medical laborato-

Academic work during the junior year is designed stration of effective communication skills. ry technicians are provided a unique opportunity to

to provide a strong background in analytical chem- Since the program includes laboratory work complete the baccalaureate degree without repeating

istry, biochemistry, microbiology, and immunology. done under professional supervision, the degree areas in which they are already proficient. Medical

The summer and fall terms of the senior year provide candidate not only must satisfy the customary ex- laboratory technicians interested in this articulation

theory and laboratory experience in clinical chemistry, pectations of academic work but also must meet the opportunity should contact the program director to

hematology, immunohematology, and hemostasis. high-quality standards demanded of a professional discuss curriculum planning based on their previous

During the balance of the senior year, the student’s medical technologist/clinical laboratory scientist. academic and clinical experiences.

clinical education encompasses rotations through the Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00.

various clinical specialty areas of affiliated hospital Clinical laboratory science students are required to SAMPLE CURRICULUM/PROGRAM GUIDE

laboratories. The program is affiliated with Memorial maintain a grade of C or better in all required cours- First semester, junior year

es. CHE 321 Chemical Analysis 3 Hrs.

Medical Center and St. John’s Hospital in Springfield,

CHE 322 Laboratory Techniques 1 Hr.s

Methodist Medical Center in Illinois in Peoria, Decatur Individual professional liability insurance is re-

CLS 321 Seminar in Clinical Laboratory

Memorial Hospital, and St. Mary’s Hospital in De- quired of each student. Evidence of current coverage

Science 1-2 Hrs.

catur. must be submitted before engaging in clinical course CLS 447 Medical Mycology/Parasitology/

The applied study term is incorporated in the clin- work. Virology 1-4 Hrs.

ical experience, which is under the joint supervision of As a closure requirement for graduation, students Elective 1-4 Hrs.

faculty at the University of Illinois at Springfield and must pass a comprehensive examination covering all Public Affairs/Liberal Studies Colloquium 4 Hrs.

practicing professionals in affiliated hospital laborato- aspects of clinical laboratory science. 11-18 Hrs.





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Second semester, junior year Second semester, senior year science. Laboratory organization, roles, and credentialing

BIO 347 Medical Bacteriology 4 Hrs. CLS 411 Clinical Education/Management 3 Hrs. of laboratory practitioners are discussed. Standards,

ethics, and current professional issues are examined.

CHE 418 Biomedical Laboratory Methods 2 Hrs. CLS 456 Clinical Correlations 2 Hrs. Communication skill development and review of scientif-

CHE 433 Physiological Chemistry 4 Hrs. Clinical Courses (see below) 1-10 Hrs. ic literature are included. Instruction and experience in

CLS 405 Introduction to Urinalysis 1-2 Hrs. 6-15 Hrs. blood collection techniques are included.

CLS 448 Introduction to CLS 400 Applied Research (1 to 4 Hrs.)

Immunology 1-4 Hrs. CLINICAL COURSES

Directed research in procedure development or in-depth

10-16 Hrs. Students are assigned a number of the following investigation of a specific area in clinical laboratory sci-

courses in the fall and spring semesters of the senior ence. Topic approved and hours assigned by instructor.

year. All of the clinical courses should be completed by Written report required. May be repeated for a maximum

Summer, senior year of 4 credit hours.

CLS 401 Introduction to Clinical the end of the senior year.

Chemistry 1-2 Hrs. CLS 401 Introduction to Clinical

CLS 421 Clinical Chemistry Laboratory 1-4 Hrs. Chemistry (1 or 2 Hrs.)

CLS 403 Introduction to CLS 422 Clinical Hematology Laboratory 1-3 Hrs. Lecture/laboratory course focusing on clinical signifi-

Immunohematology 1-2 Hrs. CLS 423 Clinical Microbiology Laboratory 1-3 Hrs. cance and methodology of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids,

CLS 404 Introduction to Hemostasis 1 Hr.s CLS 424 Clinical Immunohematology enzymes, electrolytes, blood gases, acid-base balance,

liver function, kidney function, and endocrinology. Em-

CLS 454 Advanced Concepts in Laboratory 1-2 Hrs.

phasis on quality control as it applies to selected clinical

Clinical Chemistry 2 Hrs. CLS 431 Special Topics in Clinical Laboratory chemistry procedures.

6-8 Hrs. Science 1-2 Hrs.

First semester, senior year Total Clinical 6-14 Hrs. CLS 402 Introduction to

Total 60-66 Hrs. Hematology (1 or 2 Hrs.)

CLS 402 Introduction to Hematology 1-2 Hrs. Lecture/laboratory course that emphasizes basic hemato-

CLS 451 Advanced Concepts in logic principles. Manual and automated procedures are per-

Immunohematology 2 Hrs. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS formed. Emphasis on morphology and clinical applications.

CLS 452 Advanced Concepts in Hematology 2 Hrs.

CLS 321 Seminar in Clinical Laboratory CLS 403 Introduction to

Clinical Courses (see below) 1-10 Hrs. Science (1-2 Hrs.) Immunohematology (1 or 2 Hrs.)

6-16 Hrs. An introduction to the profession of clinical laboratory Lecture/laboratory course emphasizing immunohemato-





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logic concepts and properties underlying scientific prin- logic theory and practice to routine and special clinical dures are included. Emphasis is on operation and prob-

ciples of blood banking. Includes theory and practical ap- chemistry procedures, and toxicology, therapeutic drug lem-solving in a modern transfusion service. Prerequi-

plications of blood-group systems, antibody identification monitoring, and urinalysis. Also includes immunologic site: Senior in clinical laboratory science program.

and compatibility testing, hemolytic disease of the new- procedures. Includes instruction and experience in the

born, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, and donor pro- use, standardization, and maintenance of sophisticated CLS 431 Special Topics in Clinical

curement and processing. laboratory analyzers. Prerequisites: CLS 401, CLS 405, Laboratory Science (1 to 2 Hrs.)

CLS 448, and CLS 454. Directed research and observational experience opportu-

CLS 404 Introduction to nities in alternative clinical laboratory science practice

Hemostasis (1 Hr.) CLS 422 Clinical Hematology arenas. Topics and sites must be approved by the instruc-

Lecture/laboratory course that emphasizes components Laboratory (1 to 3 Hrs.) tor. Written report required. May be repeated for a maxi-

in the blood related to hemostatic mechanisms. Includes Automated and manual methods of cell counting and dif- mum of 2 credit hours.

principles of procedures involved and their relationship to ferentiation are performed on blood and other body flu-

diagnosis and treatment of disease. ids. Instruction and experience in advanced instrumenta- CLS 447 Medical Mycology, Parasitology,

tion using automated cell counters and differential sys- and Virology (1 to 4 Hrs.)

CLS 405 Introduction to tems, coagulation and platelet analyzers, and special Overview of medically significant fungi, parasites, and

Urinalysis (1 to 2 Hrs.) hematologic testing of white and red cells using cyto- viruses. Emphasis will be placed on pathogenesis, modes

Lecture/laboratory course emphasizing qualitative, chemistry techniques are provided to identify disease of transmission, and identification. Laboratory tech-

quantitative, and microscopic examination of urine. In- states and disorders. Prerequisite: Senior in clinical labo- niques used in isolation, cultivation, and identification

cludes special analytical procedures and their relation- ratory science program. will be used. Also included will be discussions of epidemi-

ship to diagnosing and monitoring disease. ology and host response regarding these microorganisms.

CLS 423 Clinical Microbiology

Laboratory (1 to 3 Hrs.) CLS 448 Introduction to

CLS 411 Clinical Education/ Isolation and identification of clinically important bacte- Immunology (1 to 4 Hrs.)

Management (3 Hrs.) ria, mycobacteria, and fungi including antibiotic suscep- Lecture/laboratory course introducing immunologic

Processes and practices of laboratory consulting and tibility testing. Techniques for identifying parasites are in- principles, concepts, and techniques including compo-

management. Includes basic principles of competency- cluded. Prerequisite: Senior in clinical laboratory science nents of the immune system, immune response, and anti-

based education, development of course objectives, evalu- program. gen-antibody reactions.

ation procedures, and teaching techniques.

CLS 424 Clinical Immunohematology CLS 451 Advanced Concepts in

CLS 421 Clinical Chemistry Laboratory (1 to 2 Hrs.) Immunohematology (2 Hrs.)

Laboratory (1 to 4 Hrs.) Blood typing, antibody screening and identification, com- Lecture/laboratory focusing on problem-solving and spe-

Provides an opportunity to apply chemical and immuno- patibility testing, and other immunohematologic proce- cial techniques used in antibody identification and com-





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patibility testing. Also includes a discussion of donor re- skills in hematology. Emphasis on correlation of data with drug monitoring, and toxicology. Newer testing methods

quirements, blood component preparation and therapy, disease states and disorders. Case studies and discussion used to identify diseases/disorders will be discussed. Em-

and quality assurance in the blood bank/transfusion serv- used to illustrate the pathophysiology of hematological phasizes instrument selection and method validation

ice. dysfunction. process.



CLS 452 Advanced Concepts in CLS 454 Advanced Concepts in CLS 456 Clinical Correlations (2 Hrs.)

Hematology (2 Hrs.) Clinical Chemistry (2 Hrs.) Use of problem-based case studies to analyze clinical sit-

Lecture/laboratory focusing on advanced principles of Lecture/laboratory focusing on clinical significance and uations and correlate laboratory data.

hematologic testing leading to improved interpretative methodology of trace elements, vitamins, therapeutic









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