10513113QA Lab Math
Course Information
Description
Focuses on performing the mathematical calculations routinely used in laboratory settings. You will explore the concepts of quality control and quality assurance in the laboratory.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Convert units of measurement
    Assessment Strategies
    by converting units of measurement given instructor provided problems.
    Criteria
    you convert Fahrenheit units to centigrade
    you convert centigrade to Fahrenheit
    you convert within commonly used metric units

  2. Calculate solutions and dilutions
    Assessment Strategies
    by calculating solutions and dilutions given instructor provided problems
    Criteria
    calculations include a problem statement
    calculations include each step in the process
    calculations are legible and follow mathematical logic
    calculations include answers with clearly labeled units of measurement
    calculations include appropriate significant digits (numbers)
    calculations are correct

  3. Perform quality control calculations
    Assessment Strategies
    by performing calculations on problems provided by your instructor
    Criteria
    you calculate mean
    you calculate CV
    you calculate standard deviation
    you plot data on Levey-Jennings charts
    calculations include each step in the process
    calculations are legible and follow mathematical logic
    calculations include answers with clearly labeled units of measurement
    calculations include appropriate significant digits (numbers)
    calculations are correct

  4. Evaluate method selection
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you evaluate the data between different methods
    you select a method or instrument
    you provide a rationale for selection