This subject introduces microbiology through units of ever increasing size and complexity. We begin with molecules and cells, proceed to whole organisms and then onto how microbes interact with their environment, including humans. Topics covered in the lectures include microbial cell and molecular biology, structure and function of microbes and … For more content click the Read more button below.
This subject introduces microbiology through units of ever increasing size and complexity. We begin with molecules and cells, proceed to whole organisms and then onto how microbes interact with their environment, including humans. Topics covered in the lectures include microbial cell and molecular biology, structure and function of microbes and viruses, the control of microbial growth, causes of common microbial and viral diseases, and microbial interactions with humans and the environment. The practical component focuses on developing the practical skills required to safely study microorganisms.
Portfolio
Science, Health & Engineering (Pre 2022)
School
Molecular Sciences (Pre 2022)
Subject coordinator
Ian Swift
Subject type
Undergraduate
Year level
Year Level 2 - UG
AQF level
Level 6 - Advanced Diploma
Available as elective
No
Available to study abroad / exchange students
Yes
Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
No
Academic progress review - Schedule A subject
No
Subject instances
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Learning resources
Prescribed - Book - Foundations in Microbiology
Title:Foundations in Microbiology
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Talaro, KT
Year:2009
Edition/volume:7TH EDITION
Publisher:SYDNEY, MCGRAW-HILL
Prescribed - Book - Brock Biology of Microorganisms
Title:Brock Biology of Microorganisms
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Madigan, MT, Martinko, JM, Dunlap, PV and Clark DP
Year:2012
Edition/volume:13TH EDITION
Publisher:SYDNEY, PEARSON
Career ready
Work based learning (placement):No
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Define and distinguish between terms in the basic vocabulary of microbiology.
2.
Display basic competency in the safe handling, observation and enumeration of microbes in the laboratory.
3.
Compare the structure and function of different types of microorganisms (both prokaryotic and eukaryotic and relate these to the other living organisms.
4.
Explain how microorganisms grow, interact with their environment, and predict those factors that are likely to affect growth for a given set of environmental conditions.
5.
Describe and compare various microbes and explain the roles that microbes play in human diseases and health and functioning of the environment.