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 526-221 Practical Microbiology & Immunology

Note

  • Students must register for practical classes in the Department of Microbiology during the second last week of the long vacation.

Credit Points

6.25

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Ms C J Power

Corequisites

Microbiology & Immunology 526-201.

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

36 hours of practical work (3 per week)

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%); continuous assessment of practical reports and tests during practical sessions (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. 4th ed. 1999.
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