vcc.ca
MLAB 1115: Electrocardiography
Effective date
May 2022
Department
Medical Lab Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course provides an introduction to the anatomy and electrical conduction system of the heart. Topics include procedures for performing 12/15 lead electrocardiograms, 24-hour blood pressure monitors, use and maintenance of equipment and the analysis of electrocardiogram tracings. Students also learn to identify tracings that require the immediate attention of a physician. During the lab component of the course, students perform electrocardiograms as well as practise the correct procedure for applying Holter
monitors.
Credits
4.0
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:
- Explain the anatomy and physiology of the heart.
- Describe the electrophysiology of the heart.
- Explain the purpose of electrocardiograms (ECGs).
- Perform ECGs.
- Identify cardiac rhythms.
- Recognize ECGs that require immediate medical attention.
- Apply Holter Monitors.
- Explain the purpose of 24-hr Blood Pressure Monitors.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 60
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 60
Total Hours: 120
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 60
Total Hours: 120
Instructional Strategies
This course includes lectures, demonstrations, assignments, videos and laboratory practise. Students practise their skills on each other during the laboratory sessions.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
10 |
|
|
Clinical Examination |
25 |
|
|
Exam |
65 |
Test #1 - 10%; Test #2- 20%; Test #3 - 25%; Lab Exam |
Course topics
- Anatomy & physiology of the heart
- Basic electro-physiology of the heart
- 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.