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.
Additionally, you must take the MCAT, which is the admission test for med school. Once you get to med school, expect another 3-4 years of education. Med school is intense and most schools expect that you do not work during it. Med school is a mix of clinical rotations multiple areas of medicine. There is also intense classroom study.