Course Title: Lab Skills and Instrumentation Course Code: CLS 239 Program: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department: Clinical Laboratory Sciences College: Applied Medical Science Institution: Taibah University Version: 1 Last Revision Date: N/A A. General information about the course: 1. Course Identification 1. Credit hours: (2) 1 T + 1 P 2. Course type A. ?University ? College ? Department ?Track ?Others B. ? Required ?Elective 3. Level/year at which this course is offered: (3rd Level / 2nd year ) 4. Course general Description: This course introduces the basic lab skills and instruments used in clinical laboratories. The course aims to equip students with the necessary lab skills including collection and storage of biological samples, preparation of solutions and use of different lab instruments. 5. Pre-requirements for this course (if any): None 6. Co-requisites for this course (if any): None 7. Course Main Objective(s): 1. To gain competencies in different clinical laboratory skills. 2. To teach basic lab techniques essential for clinical settings. 3. To train in sample collection, storage, and solution preparation. 4. To familiarize with lab instruments' usage. 5. To stress safety and quality control. 6. To provide hands-on experience. 7. To integrate theory with practice. 8. To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 2. Teaching mode (mark all that apply) No Mode of Instruction Contact Hours Percentage 1 Traditional classroom 45 100% 2 E-learning 0 0 3 Hybrid • Traditional classroom • E-learning 0 0 4 Distance learning 0 0 3. Contact Hours(based on the academic semester) No Activity Contact Hours 51. Lectures 15 52. Laboratory/Studio 30 53. Field 0 54. Tutorial 0 55. Others (specify) 0 Total 45 B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment Methods Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of CLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods 1.0 Knowledge and understanding 1.1 Acquire comprehensive knowledge of clinical laboratory skills and instrumentation. K1 • Formal and interactive lectures • Homework and problem sets • Exams • Quizzes • Assignments 2.0 Skills 2.1 Gain practical skills in common laboratory techniques including pipetting, phlebotomy, and biological sample collection and storage. S1 • Formal and interactive Lectures • Practical sessions • Practical Exam • Quizzes • Assignments and reports • Student evaluation 2.2 Recognize clinical laboratory safety by interpreting various laboratory hazards and stating the appropriate course of action when an accident happens. S2 2.3 Illustrate the ability to use clinical laboratory equipment and instruments independently and professionally. S3 3.0 Values, autonomy, and responsibility 3.1 Demonstrate ethical responsibility in clinical laboratory practice, V1 • Lectures • Student evaluation in Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of CLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods prioritizing laboratory safety, and adherence to professional standards. • Practical sessions • Group discussions • Homework and problem solving class and lab • Evaluation of group activities • Practical exam • Evaluation of Presentations • Lab reports C. Course Content No List of Topics Contact Hours 1 Introduction to Laboratory skills and Instrumentation 3 2 Laboratory Hazards 3 3 Laboratory Safety and Waste Disposal 3 4 Collection and Storage of Blood – Phlebotomy 3 5 Collection and Storage of Other Biological Samples (Urine, Stool, Cerebrospinal fluid, Semen, Tissues, Sputum and Saliva) 3 6 Pipetting (Use, Care and Calibration) 3 7 Preparation of Solution, Volumetric Analysis and Titration 3 8 Laboratory Centrifuges (Use, Care and Calibration) 3 9 Microscopes (Use, Care and Calibration) 3 10 Develop and Maintain Cell Culture 3 11 Spectrophotometry and Related Techniques 3 12 Electrophoresis and Related Techniques 3 13 Chromatography Related Techniques 3 14 Advanced Diagnostic Tools in Clinical Laboratories 6 Total 45 D. Students Assessment Activities No Assessment Activities * Assessment timing (in week no) Percentage of Total Assessment Score 29. Assignment Week 12 5% 30. Mid-Term Exam Week 8-9 15 % No Assessment Activities * Assessment timing (in week no) Percentage of Total Assessment Score 31. Continuous Assessment: e.g. Quizzes, Internet searches, Homeworks, Exercises, Class activity, Scratch Cards, Presentations, Group work......etc All Over Semester 5% 32. Lab report Week 14 5% 5. Practical Test Week 15-16 30 % 6. Final Exam (theoretical) Week 17-18 40 % *Assessment Activities (i.e., Written test, oral test, oral presentation, group project, essay, etc.). E. Learning Resources and Facilities 1. References and Learning Resources Essential References 1. Monica Cheesbrough - 2006- District laboratory Practice in Tropical Countries- Second Edition-United States of America- Cambridge University Press. Supportive References None Electronic Materials Online Medical Videos Other Learning Materials None 2. Required Facilities and equipment Items Resources facilities (Classrooms, laboratories, exhibition rooms, simulation rooms, etc.) 1. Classrooms 2. Laboratories Technology equipment (projector, smart board, software) 1. Projector 2. Computers 3. Smart Board 4. Data show Other equipment (depending on the nature of the specialty) None F. Assessment of Course Quality Assessment Areas/Issues Assessor Assessment Methods Effectiveness of teaching Instructor ü Direct Method (Rubrics) ü Indirect Method (Questionnaire on the course by the end of the semester) Assessment Areas/Issues Assessor Assessment Methods Effectiveness of Students' assessment Head of the department Student achievement is verified by the head of the department. Quality of Learning resources Instructor Student ü Course Report. ü Course Evaluation Survey (CES) Achievement of Course Learning Outcomes Instructor Students ü Direct Method (Rubrics) ü Indirect Method (Questionnaire on the course by the end of the semester) ü Course Evaluation Survey (CES) Effectiveness of Assessment Results Instructor ü Course Report ü Grade Report Analysis ü Course Evaluation Survey (Indirect) Assessors(Students, Faculty, Program Leaders, Peer Reviewer, Others (specify) Assessment Methods(Direct, Indirect)