I understand that the following supplies are required for th…

I understand that the following supplies are required for this course: Textbook(s): Required: Delost, Maria Danessa Introduction to Diagnostic Microbiology for the Laboratory Sciences. 2015 Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC: 5 Wall Street Burlington MA 01803 ISBN 1-284-19973-8 Clinical Microbiology Student Lab Manual, Cory Sullivan NTC Instructor Learner Supplies Lab Coat Provided by NTC during first lab session Description: Disposable, knee length, long sleeve. This will be used exclusively for microbiology and is not to be removed from the microbiology lab. Cloth or surgical facemask Source: NTC Campus Store, local retailer. Face shield/eye goggles Face shield will be provided by NTC. You may bring your own eye goggles if you prefer. 3 ring binder (2 ½ inches) with dividers, for class notes and Student Lab Manual 8 x 10 clear page protectors. These will be required to submit Lab assignments for grading Internet access (personal or college) for Canvas and assignments that require visiting web sites. Communication regarding announcements, handouts, and postings will be done using Canvas or email.  It is the student’s responsibility to check Canvas and email at a minimum of four times per week for the duration of the course. You may use computer labs and access the internet on any NTC campus. Textbook recommended, not required: Jarreau, Patsy et al. Clinical Laboratory Science Review a bottom line approach. New Orleans LA: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Foundation, 2015, 5th ISBN 978-0-9670434-3-2

I will plan to work ahead and submit all assignments and exa…

I will plan to work ahead and submit all assignments and exams by the due dates provided at the bottom of my syllabus. I have saved the due dates for assignments and exams to the calendar on my phone (set reminders for a few days before and the day of to be sure that you remember), printed them off, or recorded them in my monthly planner. I will begin reading my textbook and working on assignments immediately, and plan to submit a minimum of 2 assignments a week. I understand that Special Assignment(s) are REQUIRED and MUST be submitted, but bonus assignments are not and only count for extra credit.

I am aware that Cory Sullivan is the Instructor, and that he…

I am aware that Cory Sullivan is the Instructor, and that he can be contacted by email at sullivanc@ntc.edu or by phone at 715-803-1149 Email is preferred Voicemail – When you leave a voicemail at the Office number, your message will also go to my email Text – please identify yourself in the initial message Please email or phone me with any questions or concerns. If you have trouble with technology, email or Canvas please contact the NTC Help Desk http://www.ntc.edu/helpdesk EMAIL: Please check your NTC email often. All emails should include your full name, course name in the subject line and a detailed, professional message. I will not respond to emails with a blank subject line. Email messages must be sent through your NTC email account. http://www.ntc.edu/email Please DO NOT use personal emails (i.e. yahoo, gmail, etc.) TELEPHONE: When leaving a phone message, please speak slowly, include your name, course, callback number and reason for calling.