Some engineers study fossils to learn about the prehistoric processes and functions that were present in the Earth's history. By understanding how prehistoric creatures lived and became extinct, engineers acquire new ideas for how to design ways to study global climate change and species extinction.
MLT didactic courses are typically offered three to four days per week between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm; however, there may be some exceptions. The practicum portion of the program requires each student to devote 40 hours per week, offsite, at a clinical affiliate.
While in college, you take the MCATS - very hard tests that are the SATs for med school. After you get a B.S. or B.A. (4 years), you apply to med school. After finishing med school (3 or 4 years), you are certified as a D.O. or M.D. But even though you can now call yourself doctor, you still have to do an internship.