526-221 Practical Microbiology & Immunology

Note

Credit Points

Coordinator

Prerequisites

Microbiology & Immunology 526-201. Students with credit for 526-201 or 526-203 (1998 Handbook) cannot enrol for this subject

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

Upon completion of this course students should have

* a knowledge of the basic laboratory techniques 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.

* developed observational, organisational and practical skills in obtaining data and in analysing reporting, evaluating and interpreting experimental findings.

Assessment

A 1-hour end-of -semester practical examination (20%) and continuous assessment of practical reports (80%)

Prescribed Texts

• University of Melbourne, Department of Microbiology Techniques Manual. 1999.
• Madigan M.T., Martinko J.M. and Parker J, Brock Biology of Microorganisms. 8th ed. 1997.
  or
  Prescott L.M., Harley J.P. and Klein D.A, Microbiology. 3rd ed. 1996.