May 14, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2019-2020 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MLSCI 470 - Diagnostic and Public Health Microbiology Laboratories


★ 3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) The course provides enhanced knowledge through practical discussion of the role of diagnostic and public health microbiology laboratories in North America. Students will deepen their understanding of how key pathogens are identified, characterized, and reported to clinicians. Themes may include: accreditation processes, new diagnostic technologies, management of economic pressures, and the effect of health emergencies on clinical laboratories. Active class discussions, assignments and examinations contribute to the final grade. Prerequisites: MLSCI 340 or consent of the instructors. Credit can be obtained in only one of MLSCI 470 or LABMP 570.