526-201 Principles of Microbiology & Immunology

Biology 650-141 and 650-142 (prior to 2004: 600-141 and 600-142). 25 points of 100-level chemistry is not essential but is highly desirable.

BBiomedSc students: 650-131 and 650-132 (prior to 2004: 600-131 and 600-132).

Upon completion of this subject, students will have acquired a foundation for future subjects in microbiology and immunology. Students will comprehend the terminology used and have an insight into the type of investigations fundamental to the development of basic microbiological concepts. Students will be able to describe simple microbial life processes and correlate these with processes involved in infectious disease and interactions with hosts' immune systems, adaptation and survival of microorganisms, and the promotion or control of the growth of microorganisms. Students will be able to describe the comparative properties of Bacteria, Archaea, and eucaryotic microbial cells and viruses and their significance in the environment, in particular the contribution of microorganisms to the fields of biotechnology and genetic engineering.

Upon completion of this subject, students will have an enhanced ability to:

• seek information from textbooks and computer-based sources;

• comprehend a question, evaluate the relevant information and communicate an answer in writing; and

• effectively manage time to ensure attendance at lectures, tutorials and examinations.

A 1-hour mid-semester written examination (20%) and a 3-hour end-of-semester written examination (80%).

• L M Prescott, J P Harley and D A Klein, Microbiology. 6th edn, 2005.