Course Descriptions
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC | 101 | BASIC CONCEPTS OF PHLEBOTOMY | 4 (3-2) |
A study of the basic concepts of phlebotomy and of the responsibilities of the phlebotomist. The course will cover such topics as job responsibilities, organizational structure of a laboratory, basic understanding of major body systems, collection equipment, blood collection procedures, infection control,safety, specimen transport and processing, quality control and professionalism.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC | 102 | PHLEBOTOMY INTERNSHIP | 4 (2-8) |
Clinical internship in a health care institution where knowledge and skills and actual job performance are integrated in a clinical program. Prerequisite: PDC 101 with a grade of C or better.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC | 271 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT I | 1 (1-0) |
A special learning experience designed by one or more students with the cooperation and approval of a faculty member. Proposed study plans require departmental approval. Projects may be based on reading, research, community service, work experience, or other activities that advance the student's knowledge and competence in the field of phlebotomy or related areas. The student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 35-50 hours.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC | 272 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II | 2 (2-0) |
Similar to PDC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 70-90 hours.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC | 273 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III | 3 (3-0) |
Similar to PDC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 105-135 hours.