Course content

• Introduction to Microbiology
• Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology, including Sterile Technique
• Contamination, Sources and Routes of Contamination
• Basic Production Hygiene, Cleaning and Disinfection
• Structure and Genetics of Microorganisms
• Growth, Growth Conditions and Metabolism
• Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance
• Classification of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Microorganisms
• Viruses: Structure and Classification
• Introduction to Pathogenic Bacteria
• Industrial Use of Microorganisms

Learning outcome

After completing the course, students will have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills, and general competence:

Knowledge

• Have knowledge of factors that promote and inhibit the growth of microorganisms
• Have knowledge of different forms of metabolism in microorganisms
• Have knowledge of various groups of microorganisms and the diversity within these groups
• Have knowledge of microorganisms as causes of disease
• Understand similarities and differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
• Have knowledge of bacteria and viruses that can cause disease
• Have knowledge of prokaryotic genetics, taxonomy, growth conditions, and virulence
• Have knowledge of viruses and virus classification
• Have knowledge of normal flora
• Have knowledge of the mechanisms of action of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance
• Have knowledge of the industrial use of microorganisms
• Understand sources of contamination, how different contaminants can be transmitted, and how to prevent such transmission
• Has knowledge of sustainability, innovation and innovation processes

Skills

• Be able to master microbial work techniques
• Be able to prepare live and fixed specimens and perform Gram staining of bacteria
• Be able to use the microscope as a working tool
• Be able to prepare microbial growth media
• Be able to work aseptically in the laboratory
• Be able to inoculate, cultivate, and quantify microorganisms
• Master hygiene procedures related to laboratory work with biological material
• Be able to reflect on their own learning and execution of lab exercises
• Can apply innovation tools

General Competence

• Have a basic understanding of microbiology
• Be able to master microbial work techniques
• Be able to apply knowledge about microorganisms in further work
• Be able to communicate about the structure and appearance of bacteria and viruses
• Be able to read and communicate scientific literature
• Be able to collaborate in groups and work purposefully to solve a problem

Learning methods and activities

Plenary lectures. Group project. Laboratory course with 5 mandatory exercises.

Compulsory assignments

• Laboratory course
• Group assignment
• Approved innovation camp

Specific conditions

Credit reductions