Curriculum Details
36 TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED
The online Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS) in Clinical Microbiology is a 36-credit-hour program that provides students with clinical microbiology and laboratory science coursework as well as a hands-on microbiology practicum.
Six credit hours of elective courses are selected in consultation with the program director, from existing online graduate courses in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Health Sciences.
Core
- HSCI 6263 Biostatistics for Clinical and Translational Research (3)
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Basic concepts and methods of biostatistics applied to translational research. Topics include distributions, populations and sample selection, variables, interaction and confounding, hypothesis formulation, correlation, t-tests, ANOVA, regression, and chi.
- MLS 6116 Advanced Clinical Bacteriology I (3)
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This course covers the pathogenic characteristics, isolation techniques, specimen collection and handling, laboratory identification, and treatment of medically significant bacteria and viruses with an emphasis on current diagnostic techniques used in clinical practice.
- MLS 6117 Advanced Clinical Bacteriology II (2)
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This course presents the etiology of infectious diseases in different body sites using a case-study‐based approach It emphasizes the epidemiology, pathogenic mechanisms, and laboratory identification of suspected etiologic agents. Commonly encountered clinical species will be discussed using case studies that include clinical history, signs and symptoms, and laboratory test results of diseases produced by the etiologic agents.
- MLS 6119 Advanced Parasitology, Mycology, and Virology (2)
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This course is designed to provide the student with a systematic approach to the biology and epidemiology of human parasitic, fungal and viral diseases. The course will cover the symptomology, pathology, diagnostic procedures and treatment of the various parasites, fungi and viruses that infect humans. Other topics including disease causation and specimen collection/handling will be discussed.
- MLS 6141 Advanced Immunology and Serology (3)
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This course covers the principles of the immune system and the clinical applications of immunology related to the diagnosis of human diseases. The first half of the course will focus on the components of the immune system and the various functions of each.
- MLS 6151 Advanced Molecular Diagnostics (3)
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The advances in scientific technology have expanded the interest and applicability of nucleic acid based analysis within clinical diagnostic laboratories and routine screening procedures. This course provides an overview of molecular biology and genetic concepts as well as the molecular techniques used to diagnose human diseases. The course will emphasize the technology, theory, and methodology of specific molecular protocols that can be utilized within a clinical and research laboratory setting to aid in disease diagnosis, including those of genetic, oncogenic, and infectious origin.
- MLS 6158 Advanced Laboratory Management and Operations (3)
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An introduction to critical concepts of lab management, including leadership theory, management principles, human resource management, financial management, quality management, and laboratory operations.
- MLS 6216 Microbial Pathogenesis (3)
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A comprehensive overview of the molecular basis of diseases caused by microbial pathogens with a focus on model microbial systems to illustrate mechanisms of the human infectious disease process.
- MLS 6217 Medical Biotechnology (3)
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A comprehensive overview of current molecular technologies and how they are used in modern medicine.
- MLS 6244 Research Ethics and Integrity (3)
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Traditional and modern topics in research ethics and scientific integrity Students will learn to conduct unbiased peer-review, conduct research, and report on an independent case examinations, research misconduct or other ethical issues, and participate in oral scientific and ethical discussions.
- MLS 6251 Advanced Clinical Microbiology Practicum (2)
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During this practicum course, the student will actively engage in applying the medical knowledge and clinical skills gained in the didactic Advanced Clinical Bacteriology I, Advanced Clinical Bacteriology II, and Advanced Parasitology, Mycology and Virology courses.
Elective - Six Total
- HSCI or MLS Elective (6)
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HSCI or MLS elective selected in consultation with the advisor.