Medical Laboratory Technology

Nina Maniotis, Program Director
BUSI 105, Room 111
817-598-6466 • nmaniotis@wc.edu

The Medical Laboratory Technology program prepares students for careers as skilled laboratory professionals in healthcare settings. Students develop essential competencies in collecting, processing, and analyzing biological specimens to aid in disease diagnosis and treatment. The curriculum combines rigorous scientific coursework with hands-on clinical experience, covering hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and transfusion services. Graduates are qualified to take national certification examinations and pursue employment in hospitals, reference laboratories, physician offices, and research facilities. This program emphasizes analytical thinking, technical precision, and ethical practice while meeting industry standards and preparing students for this vital healthcare role.

ADMISSION TO MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

Admission to Weatherford College does not guarantee selective admission to MLT program. The number of students admitted is limited. Selection is based on admission to the college, completion of pre-reqs, and proof of Hepatitis B immunity. For specific application information and deadlines, contact the Health and Human Sciences Department at 817-598-6217.

Criminal history disqualifications for admission:

  • Felony convictions, misdemeanor convictions, or felony deferred adjudications involving crimes against persons.
  • Misdemeanor convictions related to moral turpitude.
  • Felony deferred adjudication for the sale, possession, distribution, or transfer of narcotics or controlled substances.
  • Registered sex offenders.

Degrees and Certificates

Course Descriptions

MLAB 1211: Urinalysis and Body Fluids

Credits 2
CIP
51.1004

An introduction to urinalysis and body fluid analysis includes the anatomy and physiology of the kidney, physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids as well as quality control, quality assurance and safety

MLAB 1235: Immunology/Serology

Credits 2
CIP
51.1004

An introduction to the theory and application of basic immunology, including the immune response, principles of antigen-antibody reactions, and the principles of serological procedures as well as quality control, quality assurance, and safety.

MLAB 1315: Hematology

Credits 3
CIP
51.1004

The study of blood cells in normal and abnormal conditions. Instruction in the theory and practical application of hematology procedures, including quality control, quality assurance, safety, manual and/or automated methods; red blood cells and white blood cells as well as blood cell maturation sequences, and normal and abnormal morphology and associated disease.

MLAB 2331: Immunohematology

Credits 3
CIP
51.1004

A study of blood group antigens and antibodies. Presents quality control, basic laboratory technique and safety. Includes the principles, procedures and clinical significance of test results in genetics, blood group systems, pre-transfusion testing, adverse effects of transfusions, donor selection and components, and hemolytic disease of the newborn.

MLAB 2364: Practicum I

Credits 3
CIP
51.1004

A method of instruction providing detailed education, training, work-based experience, and direct patient/client care generally at a clinical site. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. Onsite clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation, and placement is the responsibility of the college faculty. Course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Students are assigned to a hospital or clinical laboratory and rotate through assigned departments to meet established clinical objectives.

MLAB 2401: Clinical Chemistry

Credits 4
CIP
51.1004

An introduction to the principles and procedures of various tests performed on Clinical Chemistry. Presents the physiological basis for the test, the principle and procedure for the test and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. Also includes basic chemical laboratory technique, chemical laboratory safety, electrolytes and acid-base balance, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, enzymes, metabolites, endocrine function, and toxicology.

MLAB 2434: Clinical Microbiology

Credits 4
CIP
51.1004

Introduction in the theory, practical application, and pathogenesis of clinical microbiology, including collection, quality control, quality assurance, safety, setup, identification, susceptibility testing, and reporting results.

MLAB 2464: Practicum II

Credits 4
CIP
51.1004

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional either on campus by MLT faculty or at the clinical affiliate site by medical laboratory staff from the site.