AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
MLAB 1231 Parasitology/Mycology
Course Syllabus
Summer 2017
Course Web Site: www.austincc.edu/mlt/para/para
Course Outline and Schedule: http://www.austincc.edu/mlt/para/para_schedule.html
Course Number and Name
MLAB 1231 Parasitology/Mycology
Campus
DIL
Section
001
Synonym
26970
Text/Cell Phone
FACULTY INFORMATION
Distance Learning
D. Scott Brewster, M.S., MB(ASCP), MLS(ASCP)
There are no scheduled office hours. A face-to-face appointment may be
made with the instructors. Contact Mr. Brewster via email, text or phone.
He will respond to you within 8 hours, if between the hours of 9 AM and 9
PM.
Also, students may ask an instructor for a live video chat via Skype.
(Student would need to download free Skype software at
http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-yourcomputer/windows/AND have access to a computer camera.) Students
with an Apple iPhone or iPad may also use Face Time.
806-317-2454
Email
[email protected]
Campus
Instructor
Office Hours
Campus
Length of Course
Dates
COURSE INFORMATION
Distance Learning
16Weeks
May 30, 2017 through August 14th, 2017
Schedule: There are NO on campus classes; all instruction will be on-line using Blackboard, streaming video, a required textbook, and internet
websites. The schedule for completing instructional units and taking exams is listed under “Schedule” in Blackboard, located on the left side of the
screen.
Blackboard On-Line System: This course will be conducted via the computer on-line Blackboard learning system and steaming videos. All
students will be required to use the email address issued by ACC and to access course materials, learning activities, and exams on-line. (Students
may forward their ACC email to their personal email accounts, if desired. Directions on forwarding Gmail accounts can be found at
http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/forward-accmail. Students may use their home computers OR may access all materials and take exams at any
public computer, including those in Learning Labs and libraries at all ACC campuses. The schedule (including open lab hours) for ACC Computer
labs can be found at http://irt.austincc.edu/ict/computer/.
Students are strongly advised NOT to use iPads, tablets or cell phones to take course examinations. These devices may not be able to properly
display the questions, graphics or photographs in the exam, as Blackboard may not be fully functional on these devices.
Use of ACC Email
All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such
communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies
using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account. Likewise, students should
use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff. Instructions for activating an ACCmail account can be found at
http://www.austincc.edu/accmail.
ACC Student ID Card: All students MUST obtain an ACC Student ID card. This card is needed for use of the ACC libraries, ACC Testing
Centers and other ACC support services. ID cards may be obtained, after registration, at an ACC Admissions and Records Office at ANY ACC
campus. Bring a photo ID, such as driver’s license, government-issued ID, etc.
LAB 1231 – Parasitology/Mycology
Introduction
A study of the taxonomy, morphology, and pathogenesis of human parasites and fungi, including the practical application of laboratory
procedures, quality control, quality assurance, and safety.
Prerequisites
None
Course Student Learning Outcomes:
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By the end of this course the student should be able to:
1.
Apply principles of safety, quality assurance, and quality control
2.
Evaluate specimen acceptability
3.
Describe basic morphology and physiology of parasites and fungi
4.
Classify parasites and fungi
5.
Perform appropriate laboratory techniques used in the processing of specimens and identification
of parasites and fungi
6.
Evaluate and correlate test results with patient condition(s)
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, the student will be able to:
1.
Collect and process biological specimens for analysis.
2.
Perform analytical tests on body fluids, cells, and products.
3.
Recognize factors that affect procedures and results, and take appropriate actions within predetermined limits when corrections are
indicated.
4.
Monitor quality control within predetermined limits.
5.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment and instruments or refer to appropriate source for repairs.
6.
Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel, other health care
professionals, and with the public.
7.
Recognize the responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interact with them with respect for their jobs and patient
care.
8.
Apply basic scientific principles in learning new techniques and procedures.
9.
Relate laboratory findings to common disease processes.
Methods of Presentation
•
Blackboard On-line Course System (http://acconline.austincc.edu/)
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Streaming videos (links are posted in Blackboard)
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Internet Resources
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Required Textbook
SCANS
The U.S. Department of Labor has established the Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) to ensure that student's are
gaining competencies that are required in the work place. The following competencies will be acquired upon completion of this course.
SCANS COMPETENCY
Resources
Parasitology/Mycology Competencies
Performs technical procedures such as reagent preparation,
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Interpersonal
Information
Systems
Technology
specimen collection, and processing of clinical specimens using a
variety of standardized staining and concentration of techniques;
performs macroscopic and microscopic examinations of processed
specimens; detects and identifies stages of parasites present;
organizes work and allocates materials and supplies in an efficient
manner.
Demonstrates an understanding of the profession of Medical
Laboratory Technology while exhibiting professional and ethical
behavior in dealing with patients and other medical professionals;
maintains a professional demeanor and appearance.
Evaluates quality control results ascertaining that results are within
established parameters; reports out-of-range results to instructor;
performs preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment;
understands and practices approved safety techniques including
Universal Precautions in all laboratory procedures; reports any
accident or harmful situation to instructor.
Understands and implements corrective action when quality control
results Summer outside expected parameters; uses problem solving
skills to troubleshoot unexpected circumstances.
Operates basic laboratory equipment; understands the intended use,
care, and mechanical function of various types of microscopes and
centrifuges; is competent in the use of computers and common
software.
Required Materials
Required Materials Medical Parasitology: A Self-Instructional Text, Leventhal, Ruth, and Cheadle, Russell F., F.A. Davis. ISBN-13:
9780803625433-0 or ISBN-10: 0-8036-0788-1 Available in the ACC bookstore. Older editions of this book are comparable and can be substituted
for the latest edition upon request.
Students must also be able to access on-line material via a computer with Internet access, either from home or some other place, such as a library
or learning resource center. High-speed Internet connection such as DSL or RoadRunner is preferable to more quickly download web sites and
videos.
Visit this Blackboard website: https://acconline.austincc.edu/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp?tab_tab_group_id=_11_1 to see the computer system
requirements and for software downloads. The schedule (including open lab hours) for ACC Computer labs can be found at
http://irt.austincc.edu/ict/computer/.
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ACC and the Medical Technology program use a broad range or Google products and find the preferred operating system for this course to be
Chrome. You may download this product for free at https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/.
Course Requirements, Examinations, and Grading
Student Evaluation
Student Evaluation, examinations
Two (2) course examinations and one (1) final examination will be given in Blackboard over on-line instructional material and will
comprehensively assess the student’s knowledge of concepts and principles. The two (2) course exams may be taken on the student’s computer,
but the comprehensive final exam MUST be taken at any ACC Testing Center or at another approved testing site for long-distance students. Each
student is on the honor system to not use unauthorized materials while taking these exams.
Blackboard Examination Policy
• Course examinations will be taken in Blackboard and will be timed. The only exception is for students who have provided their instructor
with an SAS (Student Accessibility) form which requests an accommodation for extending the time. The instructor will make
arrangements with the SAS office for this type of arrangement.
• Unless otherwise stated, NO unauthorized study materials are to be used during the examination. This includes, but is not limited to,
Internet resources, notes, lab materials or textbooks.
• Students must complete an examination in one sitting and within the posted time limit.
 If a student fails to take or complete an exam, the grade of the comprehensive final exam will be averaged in the place of the
missed exam grade. The Progressive Discipline process will also be initiated at the Student Conference level. If any additional
exams are missed, grades of “0” will be recorded and a Probation form administered
 Blackboard will NOT close the examination automatically when the time limit has been reached.
 It is the student’s responsibility to monitor the examination’s time. Students are encouraged to set an external timer to assist in
monitoring the amount of time remaining in the examination.
• Penalties for exceeding examination time limit.
 Students will receive a one point deduction from the final adjusted point score for every 5 minutes over the limit. For example: a
student takes 1 hour and 15 minutes on an examination which has a 1 hour time limit. The time was exceeded by 15 minutes, so
the student will receive penalty of 3 points deducted from their recorded score.
 Students exceeding the time limit by 30 minutes or more will be assessed a 10 point penalty against the final adjusted point score.
 The Program’s Progressive Discipline policy will be implemented if the time limit is consistently exceeded on course
examinations.
• The Program’s Progressive Discipline policy will be implemented at the Probation level if a student is found using unauthorized materials
during an examination.
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Note: Students are forbidden from electronic copying or printing of any course examination or quiz. Electronic copying or printing of
exams or quizzes will be considered an act of cheating and the student will be subject to penalties outlined in the Scholastic Dishonesty
policy.
Student Evaluation, other course requirements
In addition to the exams, assignments for each learning unit are to be completed. Also, a parasitology case study must be submitted by the deadline
listed under “Schedule” in Blackboard. Finally, students will be graded according to their online participation, including parasitology case study
postings, “Grow Your Own Fungus” project, and other projects, as assigned. Assignments MUST be submitted by midnight on the deadline
listed; 5 points will be deducted for each day the assignment is late, up to 5 days. Assignments submitted 6 or more days late will be
graded and returned to the student, but the grade awarded will be “0”.
Determination of Final Grade
1.
Average of two didactic examinations = 30%
2.
Final exam = 20%
3.
Assignments = 20%
4.
Weekly Case Studies = 15%
5.
Parasitology Case Study = 10%
6.
“Grow Your Own Fungus” project = 5%
A passing grade (75% or better) is required in order to receive a passing grade for this course.
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = 59% and below
Incomplete - To receive an “I”, a student must have a passing average (70% or better) and have completed at least 80% of the course work. An
instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course. An
incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but
may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.
Withdrawal - Before considering withdrawal, please contact the instructor. The college places no limits on the number of courses a student may
drop. However, state law limits the number of course withdrawals, with some exemptions and exceptions. See
http://www.austincc.edu/handbook/student-academic-policies/dropping-withdrawing-from-courses/six-withdrawals-limit for further information.
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Attendance
Although there are no on-site classes for this course, the student will be expected to post answers to case studies and projects at assigned intervals
and to complete all assignments and exams by the deadlines posted in the Course Schedule. Students will be required to post questions on the
instructional material under “Discussion Board” in Blackboard, so that the instructors can post the answers for everyone in the class to see and
learn from.
Promotion, Failure, and/or Dismissal from the Department
A minimum grade of “C” is required in all medical laboratory technology courses. Any student may be dropped from this course and/or the MLT
Program due to consistently failing to meet class assignments, for disruptive conduct, or for displaying conduct detrimental to the ethics of medical
laboratory technology.
Student complaints & Grade disputes:
http://www.austincc.edu/handbook.
See “Policies and Procedures” in the current Austin Community College Student Handbook found at
The MLT faculty and staff understand that learning in group situations can be beneficial. However, each student is expected to demonstrate his/her
own competency by doing his/her own work. Any student caught cheating on examinations or other assignments will be subject to disciplinary
action, including an academic penalty and possible withdrawal from this course and/or the MLT Program.
Acts prohibited by the college for which discipline may be administered include scholastic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating on an
exam or quiz, plagiarizing, and unauthorized collaboration with another in preparing outside work. Academic work submitted by students shall be
the result of their thought, research or self-expression. Academic work is defined as, but not limited to, tests, quizzes, whether taken electronically
or on paper, projects, either individual or group; classroom presentations, and homework.
Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in class. In any learning situation that includes discussion and critical thinking, there are bound
to be many differing viewpoints. These differences enhance the learning experience and create an atmosphere where students and instructors alike
will be encouraged to think and learn. On sensitive and volatile topics, students may sometimes disagree not only with each other but also with the
instructor. It is expected that faculty and students will respect the views of others when expressed in learning discussions.
Application for Admission to the ACC MLT Program
Completion of this course does NOT guarantee admission to the MLT Program. Students wishing to apply for MLT Program admission must:
• complete the on-line MLT Information Session,
o found at: http://www.austincc.edu/health/mlt/infosession/introMLT.php,
• successfully complete all prerequisite courses,
• meet all Program requirements, including ‘Essential Functions and Technical Standards’.
o found at: http://www.austincc.edu/health/mlt/requirements.php
• meet with a MLT Program faculty advisor,
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submit a completed MLT Program application that includes documentation of completed required immunizations.
o List of required immunizations and other information can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/health/immunizations.php ,
be sure to click: “All other Health Sciences programs”.
Once admitted, students must undergo a Criminal History Background Check, Drug Screen, physical, and show proof of health
insurance.
For additional information on the admissions process, see http://www.austincc.edu/health/ or call 512-233-5700.
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Students with Disabilities
Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities. Students with disabilities should apply for services with the
Student Accessibility Services at http://www.austincc.edu/support-and-services/services-for-students/disability-services-and-assistive-technology)
at the primary campus they expect to attend. Each semester students need to meet with the OSD coordinator at all campuses they are attending in
order to discuss accommodation needs. Sample accommodations include, but are not limited to, interpreters, note takers, registration assistance,
and testing with accommodations. Students with disabilities are urged to apply for accommodations well ahead of, but no less than three weeks
before, the start of a term for the accommodations to be prepared for the first day of classes. ACC works with the Texas Department of Assistive
and Rehabilitative Services and community service organizations to provide support services to students.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These
rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the
educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the
evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of
responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.
Safety Statement
Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply
with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at
http://www.austincc.edu/ehs. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the
Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom. Additional information about emergency procedures and how to
sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.
You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the
health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from
attending future activities.
ACC Testing Center Policy
Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should
read the entire guide before going to take the exam.
To request an exam, one must have:
• ACC Photo ID
• Course Abbreviation (MLAB)
• Course Number (1231)
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• Course Synonym (21138)
• Course Section (001)
• Instructor's Name – D. Scott Brewster
Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center. Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke
your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester. ACC Testing Center policies can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/testctr/.
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Outline and Schedule MLAB 1231
Parasitology/Mycology, Summer, 2017
May 30th through August 14th, 2017
All videos, podcasts, and virtual labs are linked through Blackboard
Due on or
before
(By midnight)
Friday,
June 9th
Friday,
June 16th
Instructional
Unit
Unit 1 Introduction to
Parasitology
Unit 2 Nematodes
Activities
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Review video or podcast of Unit
1 – Intro to Parasitology
Read SoftChalk lecture guide
Unit 1; review all videos that
are linked
Read chapters 1 and 7 in text
Review video or podcast of
Unit 2 – Nematodes
Review Unit 2 Virtual Lab –
Nematodes
Read SoftChalk lecture
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Assignment
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Complete Unit 1 Assignment
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Emailed questions
Complete Unit 2 Assignment
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Week 2 Case Studies
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Due on or
before
(By midnight)
Instructional
Unit
Activities
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Friday,
June 23rd
Friday,
June 30th
Friday,
June 30th
Wednesday,
July 12th
Unit 3 Cestodes
Unit 4 Trematodes
Unit 5 Intestinal
Protozoa
Review video or podcast of Unit
3 – Cestodes
• Review Unit 3 Virtual Lab –
Cestodes
• Read SoftChalk lecture guide
Unit 3
• Read chapter 3 in text
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Review video or podcast of
Unit 4 – Trematodes
•
Review Unit 4 Virtual lab –
Trematodes
•
Read SoftChalk lecture
guide Unit 4
•
Read chapter 4 in text
Exam #1 – Covers all material for
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Friday,
Unit 6 – Blood
guide Unit 2
Read chapter 2 in text
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•
•
•
Assignment
Review video or podcast of
Unit 5 – Intestinal Protozoa
Review Unit 5 Virtual lab –
Intestinal Protozoa
Read SoftChalk lecture
guide Unit 5
Read chapter 5 in text
Review video or podcast of
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Complete Unit 3 Assignment
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Week 3 Case Studies
Complete Unit 4 Assignment
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Week 4 Case Studies
Units 1 through 4
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Complete Unit 5 Assignment
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Week 5 Case Studies
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Complete Unit 6Assignment
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Due on or
before
(By midnight)
July 21st
Instructional
Unit
and Tissue
Protozoa
& Malaria
Activities
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Friday,
July 21st
Friday,
August 4th
Wednesday,
August 9th
Wednesday,
August 9th
Friday,
August 11th
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Mycology Unit
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Unit 6 – Blood and Tissue
Protozoa
Review Unit 6 Virtual lab –
Blood and Tissue Protozoa
Read SoftChalk lecture
guide Unit 6
Read chapter 5 in text
Review video or podcast of
Malaria
Review Unit 6 virtual lab –
Malaria
Read SoftChalk lecture
guide - Malaria
CDC website
Assignment
•
(Under Assignments tab in BB)
Week 6 Case Studies
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Parasitology Case Study
Mycology Module
• Mycology Module Study
www.medtraining.org
Questions
Exam #2 – Covers Parasitology Units 5 and 6
& Mycology Unit
Grow Your Own Fungus Project Due
Comprehensive Final Exam
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