Offered
Parkville Second semester 2008 (Day)
Synopsis
Introductory microbiology. Elementary microbial genetics. Host-parasite relationships. Systematic microbiology. Immunology. Anti-infective agents. Epidemiology.
Objectives
The principle aim of this subject is to provide students with an understanding of microbiology and microbiological concepts as a basis for later work in other subjects within the pharmaceutical and formulation sciences.
In this teaching program, students are expected to develop:
- Understanding basic microbiology including basic classification and principles of microbial genetics, ecological role of microorganisms including interaction with humans, principles of immunology and epidemiology
- Abilities in handling, culturing and identifying micro-organisms
- An appreciation of factors involved in contamination control and infectious diseases
Assessment
Examination (2 hours) 70%
On-going assessments 20%
Practical Work 10%
The examination and on-going assessments will test all three major objectives, whereas the practical component will be more focused on assessing objective no. 2.
Contact hours
39 (13 weeks of 3) lectures and 9 x 3 hour practical sessions. Successful completion of this unit will require participants to allocate an average of 3-5 hour per week for 13 weeks (a total of 1-2 hours per study period [lecture]).
Prerequisites
VCP2091
