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MLAB 1250: Electrocardiography 2
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Medical Lab Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course builds upon theory from MLAB 1150 and provides the opportunity to apply an understanding of heart anatomy and electrophysiology to the performance of Electrocardiograms (ECGs). Students perform and analyse 12 and 15 lead ECGs, apply Holter Monitors and participate as simulated patients. Result reporting mechanisms and culturally safe communication with patients/clients is practiced.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
MLAB 1150.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply the anatomy and electrophysiology of the heart to ECG performance.
- Perform ECGs in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Identify cardiac rhythms and common arrythmias.
- Recognize ECGs that require immediate medical attention.
- Apply Holter Monitors.
- Use culturally safe and effective communication with patients/clients.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 60
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 60
Instructional Strategies
This course includes lectures, demonstrations, assignments, videos and laboratory practise. Students practice their skills on each other during the laboratory sessions.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Lab Work |
15-25 |
Regular Practice - participation in laboratory activities |
|
Lab Work |
10-15 |
ECG Interpretation |
|
Assignments |
5-10 |
Lab worksheets |
|
Lab Work |
5-15 |
Holter Monitor application |
|
Other |
20-35 |
ECG Skills Assessments: Initial |
|
Final Exam |
20-35 |
Final written and practical assessment. |
Course topics
- Apply basic electro-physiology of the heart to ECG performance
- Electrocardiograms
- ECG Application
- ECG Interpretation
- Rhythms
- Holter Monitors
- 24-hr Blood Pressure Monitoring
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.