MLSC - 3231U - Advanced Histotechnology

2025-2026 - UG - Course Change

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(A) Proposal summary
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  • STEP 1 - Complete the proposal summary information
  • Home faculty*
    Choose your faculty from the list of available options.
  • Course changes*
    Select all course changes that apply.

  • If you selected 'other' from the checklist, please describe the change below and include any additional supporting information in Step 2.

  • Other changes
    Describe any changes not covered in the checklist above.
  • Is this course change associated with a program proposal?*
    If this course change goes with a Minor Program Adjustment, Major Program Modification or other program-related proposal, select 'yes'.
  • Reason for change and ways in which it maintains/enhances course/program objectives*

    Course learning outcomes have been updated to ensure alignment with the new 2026 CAMPLR competency and examination framework which impacts all current MLSc students (excluding 4th year).

    This alignment serves to verify all required professional competencies are addressed within the curriculum by adding select new learning outcomes (related to new competency profiled) and ensuring existing course learning outcomes adhere to best practice in learning outcome construction per TLC recommendations.

    Describe the reason for change and ways in which it maintains and/or enhances course and/or program objectives.
  • Financial implications*

    N/A

    Include an analysis of any financial implications. If none, please type N/A.
  • Calendar start date*
    Choose when the change should first appear in the Academic Calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • Registration start date*
    Choose when the change should first be active for registration in the Academic Calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • STEP 2 - Include additional supporting information, if applicable

  • Visit the files section of the toolbox on the right-hand side of the form to attach any supporting documentation.

  • Are you attaching any supporting documents?*
  • Additional supporting information, if applicable
    Describe any additional information needed to support the proposal.
(B) Course information
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  • STEP 3 - Complete course changes

  • Note: If you are changing the course subject code or course number for this course, please verify that the course code has not been previously used.

  • Course subject code*
    Any new subject codes must be verified by the Office of the Registrar. If you do not see a verified subject code listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
    Course number*
    3231U
    3231U
    Course numbers must consist of a four digit numeric code and an alphabetic identifier. Normally, the alphabetic identifier distinguishes the course level, or the source delivery, where U represents undergraduate courses and G represents graduate courses. New course numbers must be verified by the Office of the Registrar.
  • Course title (long form)*
    Advanced Histotechnology
    Advanced Histotechnology
    Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. The long form course title is displayed in the Academic Calendar and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Course title (short form)
    The short form course title is used for MyCampus and student transcripts. Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. Short form course titles are limited to 30 characters.
  • Subject area
    The subject area is used to filter courses in the Academic Calendar. If you do not see an appropriate subject area listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
  • Course description

    Advanced Histotechnology builds upon the theory and skills learned in Microanatomy and Histotechnology. Students will enhance their skills in embedding and microtomy. The theory of routine and special stains will be introduced and the laboratory sessions will provide students with the opportunity to perform various staining methodologies. Tissue elements to be demonstrated include, but are not limited to; nuclear and cytoplasmic, various connective tissues, amyloid and lipids. Differentiation of carbohydrate classes and identification of pigments, minerals and microorganisms in tissue will also be performed. The principles and application of specific molecular diagnostic tests will be introduced. Quality control and quality management practices in the Histopathology laboratory will be emphasized.

    This course has multiple sections and delivery modes. Please check MyOntarioTech for further details.

    The course description should be a brief summary of the course content and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide as it is visible in the Academic Calendar. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Credit hours
    3
    3
    A measure used to reflect the relative weight of a given course toward the fulfillment of degree requirements. Unless otherwise indicated, a course normally has a credit hour value of three.
  • Contact hours and instructional method
  • Contact hours

  • Contact hours describe the amount of time students spend engaging directly with the course and are listed in the Academic Calendar.

    If applicable, indicate changes to total contact hours only; changes to frequency (e.g. 1x3 hours to 2x1.5 hours) not required

  • Lecture hours
    3
    3
    The number of contact hours offered in lecture format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
    Lab hours
    3
    3
    The number of contact hours offered in lab format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
  • Tutorial hours
    The number of contact hours offered in tutorial format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
    Other hours
    The number of contact hours offered in another format not already covered here (e.g., seven practicum hours). Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
  • Instructional method

  • Instructional method describes the ways in which the contact hours of a course may be taught; all instructional methods that may apply to the contact hour should be selected. Note that instructional methods (and scheduling information) are not listed in the Academic Calendar.

  • CLS (in-class delivery)
    HYB (in-class and online delivery)
  • IND (individual studies)
    OFF (off-site)
  • WB1 (virtual meet time - synchronous)
    WEB (fully online - asynchronous)
  • N/A (not applicable)
  • Cross-listing(s)
    The practice of offering a single course under two different course codes.
  • Prerequisite(s) and Prerequisite(s) for Banner

    A course that must be successfully completed prior to commencing a second course for which it is required. Note that this field will be visible in the calendar and cannot contain strings of text (e.g., upper-year Science courses) or special characters. Please include strings of text in the 'additional course restrictions' field. Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups, e.g., (BUSI 2170U and BUSI 2202U) or (BUSI 2205U or BUSI 2210U).
  • Corequisite(s)
    A course that must be taken concurrently with the course for which it is required. If the course can be taken at a previous time, please see Prerequisite with Concurrency.
  • Prerequisite(s) with concurrency (pre or co-requisite)
    A prerequisite with concurrency (i.e., a course that may be taken either in advance of or at the same time as the course for which it is required). Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups.
  • Credit restriction(s)
    This section is for instances where two or more courses are not equivalent, therefore a student is not eligible to receive credit for both towards their program. Students are restricted from registering in these credit restricted courses.
  • Credit restriction(s) - Equivalent course(s)
    Two courses are similar enough in content that they are considered equivalent so students can register in either course but they will only receive credit for one course in their program.
  • Recommended
    A recommended but not required prerequisite course. Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups. Recommended prerequisites will not be added to Banner.
  • Course restrictions
    Any restriction that is required for a course (e.g., Must be registered in Year 4).

  • Please note that the following fields may not import from the calendar. If you are making changes to one or more of these fields, please enter the current information now and make changes only after you have validated and launched the proposal.

  • Course type
  • Course type
  • Is the course undergraduate or professional?
    E.g., some Education courses are classified as professional.
  • Grade mode
  • Grade mode
    Identifies the method of grading applied to the course.
  • Teaching and assessment methods
  • Teaching and assessment methods
    An exhaustive list of every possible way of administering and/or assessing the course in bulleted format.
  • Learning outcomes

  • For assistance with developing your course learning outcomes, please refer to the Teaching and Learning website or contact them at teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca

  • Course learning outcomes

    1 Apply professional practice according to established protocols, safety guidelines, and existing legislation

    2 Produce acceptably stained slides for both routine (H&E) and special stains by applying knowledge of microanatomy and the principles of staining.

    3 Employ biological, biochemical, enzymatic, impregnation and/or immunohistochemical reagents to demonstrate tissue elements (the elements demonstrated will include but are not limited to: nuclear or cytoplasmic elements; selectively demonstrate various connective tissue; carbohydrates; pigments and minerals; microorganisms, amorphous substances such as amyloid or lipids; isolated cells of the neuroendocrine system and other organelles; and various nervous tissues).

    4 Perform routine manual immunohistochemistry analysis as applied in the histopathology laboratory including aspects of sample preparation, assessment of results, and identification of sources of error.

    5 Analyze the results of commonly encountered special stains (e.g., PAS, Oil Red O, Congo, Giemsa, immunohistochemistry), including troubleshooting of staining, recognition of common artifacts, interpreting, and reporting.

    6 Operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment/instruments for histopathology lab.

    7 Follow established protocols as defined in policy, process and procedure manuals.

    8 Recognize relationships between analyses, diagnoses, clinical information and treatment by assessing histotechnological results on the basis of specimen integrity, reference values, critical values, method limitations, clinical conditions and other laboratory findings.

    9 Apply effective communication and teamwork skills through completion of laboratory activities that require collaboration and cooperation

    10 Apply critical thinking skills to identify, evaluate and problem solve sources of errors and initiate corrective action

    11 Apply the principles of quality management in the histotechnology laboratory through the evaluation of results and initiation of appropriate reporting actions

    12 Demonstrate professionalism through compliance with the expectation to produce individual results, taking responsibility for actions, recognizing limitations, and being accountable for professional actions including scope of practice, accountability and professional development.

  • If you updated the learning outcomes, please ensure the 'last updated' field below includes the current term.

  • Last updated
    Select the current term from the list of available options.
  • Experiential Learning
  • Does this course contain any experiential learning components?
    Only 'yes' values entered in this field will display in the Academic Calendar.

  • If the course DOES NOT contain any experiential learning components, then no further action is required in this section.  If the course DOES contain experiential learning components, please select 'Yes' above, then enter a 'Yes' or 'No' value for each of the experiential components below as appropriate.

  • Case study
    Simulated workplace project
  • Consulting project/workplace project
    Applied Research
  • Field experiences
    Other types of experiences (please describe below)
  • Other
(C) Impact and consultation
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  • STEP 4 - Run an impact report and complete Section C
  • Impact

  • Run an impact report by clicking on the report icon at the top of the form. Print the report to PDF and attach to the proposal in the files section of the toolbox to the right of the form. Review the impact report and consult with other areas, as required.

  • I have completed and attached an impact report for this course*
    By selecting 'yes', you agree that you have reviewed and attached the impact report.
  • Does this course change impact the Graduate Calendar?*
    The impact report will not highlight any impacts to courses or programs in the Graduate Calendar. Please take a moment to manually search the Graduate Academic Calendar for any impact that may need to be addressed.
  • What considerations have been made for equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization?*

    N/A

  • For more information and guidance on incorporating equity, diversity and inclusion principles in curricula, please visit the Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging resource section of the CIQE website.

  • Consultation

  • Consultation is central to governance at Ontario Tech. Faculties are required to consult with all areas impacted by this change, and the home faculty dean is responsible for all consultation decisions in this section of the form. Note that any false statements related to consultation may require re-submission of proposals.

  • Faculty Consultation
  • Will this change impact any other faculties? Some examples may include, but are not limited to, the scenarios listed below.*

  • Examples:

    • A course from another faculty is being added or removed from the program map.
    • Changes to joint and/or service programs (e.g., 'and Management' programs, targeted minors).
    • Changes to year of offering for courses from another faculty (e.g., moving a course from Year 1 to Year 2).

    Additional examples can be found in the Resources section of the CIQE website.

  • If you answered yes to the question above, please explain and outline the consultation process in detail. Attach relevant documents (emails, Faculty Council minutes, etc.) or include links to corresponding documents. *

    N/A

  • Indigenous Content and Consultation
  • Does this course contain any Indigenous content?*

  • For more information on how Indigenous content is defined at Ontario Tech University and how to consult with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle, please refer to the Protocol for Consultation with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle.

  • Has the IEAC been contacted?
  • If Yes, when?
  • What was the advice you received from the IEAC? And, how has it been included in your proposal? Please attach or provide links to documents that outline the consultation process and advice given.
  • Did the IEAC ask you to return the proposal to them for review?
    If Yes, have they completed their review?
  • Other Consultation
  • Have you consulted with students, the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Office of the Registrar, Student Life, the Library and/or any other areas on campus that may be impacted?*
  • If yes, please explain and outline the consultation process in detail.*

    N/A

  • Does this change involve co-op?*
  • If yes, please acknowledge that you have consulted with Lindsay Coolidge, Director, External Relations and Partnerships by checking the box below.
(D) Routing
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  • STEP 5 - Enter routing information

  • Important note: it is imperative that you choose the correct routing path as it cannot be changed once a proposal has been launched. If you have made a routing error after launching the proposal, the proposal will be cancelled and a new proposal will be required. If you require assistance with routing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

    Please note that changes to courses included in joint or collaborative programs do require approval at Faculty Council of each faculty involved in the program. You do not need to include other faculties in the routing, however, consultation with other faculties should be noted and any required approval by other Faculty Councils (and date of approval) should be noted in the comments section as approval is logged on the home Faculty Council step.

  • Should this proposal be routed to the Program Approval step prior to Curriculum Committee?*
    If your curriculum committee is organized by program, or if program-level approval prior to curriculum committee is not required, select 'no'.
  • Faculty or program-level group*
    Choose your faculty or program-level group from the list of options. If your faculty has program-level committees, choose the corresponding program group from the list. Otherwise, choose the home faculty. You may choose more than one option, but please note that your proposal will go to the committees of all options selected. The proposal will not move on to the next step until all faculties have approved at their respective committees. Note: If you are making a change for a Bachelor of Engineering program in FESNS, you must select both the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science, and the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science from the list of options.
  • Is this change for a Bachelor of Engineering program or program which requires Engineering Curriculum Committee approval?*
  • Are there departments associated with your faculty?*
  • Is this change for the Sustainability Studies program?*
(E) End of proposal
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  • STEP 6 - Save and ensure all required fields are complete
  • STEP 7 - Validate and launch proposal
  • STEP 8 - Review course changes

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  • STEP 9 - Approve proposal

  • As the originator, you must approve the proposal to send it on to the next step. To approve, navigate to the decisions section of the toolbox on the right-hand side of the form.

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