Introduction to Clinical Molecular Diagnostic Testing & Viruses
Course Information
Course Code
UCDF110
Instruction Method
Online – login information will be emailed within 3 business days of registration
Fee
Domestic: $654 International: $818
Length
Maximum 6 months to complete
Instructor(s)
Jean Paul Nadeau MSc, MLT
Learner Outcomes
At the conclusion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Examine and distinguish clinical and research laboratory environments in Ontario.
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic molecular biology theory including virus biology, with a focus on coronaviruses.
- Summarize the steps in preparing a specimen for PCR and real-time PCR testing.
- Understand how to perform and troubleshoot nucleic acid extraction, PCR and real-time PCR results.
- Recognize and understand the importance of automation in clinical laboratories.
- Micropipette with accuracy and precision.
Evaluation Method
Online quizzes and final exam.
Intended For
MLA’s, MLT’s, Science grads, researchers
Text Book
Topics Covered
This course will provide an introduction to clinical laboratories and clinical laboratory testing, with a focus on coronavirus diagnostic testing. Content includes basic molecular biology theory and techniques, with a focus on viral molecular biology and viral nucleic acid testing. Students will learn about clinical diagnostic testing of coronavirus samples from sample receipt through to quality control and troubleshooting of real-time PCR results. These include specimen preparation, nucleic acid extraction, and real-time PCR.
Introduction to Clinical Molecular Diagnostic Testing and Viruses – UCDF110
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COVID Vaccine Requirement:
Proof of full vaccination (2 doses) for all learners is required for all onsite attendance at Michener. Fully online courses do not require proof of vaccination.
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