MIC3041 - Medical microbiology

Leader(s): Dr John Boyce

Offered

Clayton First semester 2009 (Day)

Synopsis

In this unit, aspects of microbiology are presented which are relevant to infectious diseases. It builds on the content of previous subjects providing a basis of the study of medical microbiology, especially the nature of microbial infections of different body systems, immunity and mechanisms of host resistance, vaccines and the mode of action of antibiotics and how microbes become resistant to them.

Assessment

Written theory examination (2-hours):50%
Theory of practical examination (1-hour): 20%
Laboratory reports and practical class assessment: 30%

Contact hours

Three 1-hour lectures and up to one 3-hour laboratory class or tutorial/ discussion session per week

Prerequisites

BMS2052 or MIC2022