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MLAB 1170: Computer Applications for Medical Lab
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Medical Lab Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
In this course students will learn computer applications used in a medical laboratory. Keyboarding and data entry skills are performed, and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) are explored. Students examine billing procedures for laboratory tests and utilize online resources to execute relevant office procedures and data entry.
Credits
1.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Achieve and maintain keyboarding speed at a minimum of 40 netWPM with 99% accuracy.
- Perform data entry procedures that meet requirements for quality and accuracy.
- Use Laboratory Information Systems for the inputting, processing, storage and management of data.
- Complete medical billing procedures for laboratory tests with speed and accuracy.
- Use online resources applicable to medical laboratory practice.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 24
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 12
Total Hours: 36
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 12
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
This course includes lectures, keyboarding practise, assignments and on-line activities.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
15-25 |
Assignments |
|
Assignments |
25-35 |
typistapp Basics 1-5, Punctuation and Numbers |
|
Assignments |
15-25 |
Timed Writings - typistapp |
|
Lab Work |
25-35 |
Regular Practice (60 min/week) |
Course topics
- Keyboarding
- Data Entry
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Medical Billing
- Online resources
Learning resources
subscription to Typist, purchased at typistapp.ca
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.