526-221 Experimental Microbiology
(Previously Practical Microbiology)
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Include: Subject Information | Generic Skills
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Subject Information
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Credit points: 12.5
Corequisites:
Microbiology 526-201
Semester: 1, repeat 2
Contact:
12 lectures (one per week) and 36 hours of practical work (three hours per week)
Description/Objectives:
Upon completion of this course students should have:
- acquired knowledge of the basic laboratory methods used in microbiology, when to use them and the ability to perform them safely and effectively
- an understanding of how practical studies augment theoretical studies of the structure, function and activities of microorganisms
- an experience of the laboratory as an interesting and stimulating environment in which to work
- an appreciation of real life applications of microbiological techniques and their relevance to industry and community health and well-being; and
- developed observational, organisational and practical skills in obtaining data and in analysing, reporting, evaluating and interpreting experimental findings.
Assessment:
A 2 hour end-of-semester practical examination (40%), continuous assessment of practical reports (50%) and laboratory notebook (10%).
Prescribed texts:
- University of Melbourne, Department of Microbiology, Techniques Manual.
- L M Prescott, J P Harley and D A Klein, Microbiology. 7th edn, 2007.
Generic Skills
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to perform some of the basic laboratory techniques used in Microbiology safely and effectively and recognise and evaluate the advantages and/or limitations of using these techniques in a variety of situations, including solving a particular problem or analysing a particular sample or situation. Students will be able to design a basic experimental protocol and gain an insight into how practical studies can augment theoretical studies of basic principles relating to the structure and function of microorganisms.
Students will develop observational, organisational and practical skills in obtaining data and in analysing reporting, evaluating and interpreting experimental findings. Students will experience the laboratory as an interesting and stimulating environment in which to work.