Course - Microbiology - TBT4110
TBT4110 - Microbiology
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course includes following subjects: Structure and characteristic properties of prokaryotic microorganisms, i.e. Bacteria and Archaea. Their growth, nutrition and tolerance for physical factors. The energy metabolism of bacteria, including fermentation, aerobic and anaerobic respiration, utilization of inorganic compounds and photosynthesis. Properties of bacterial viruses and their reproduction. Bacterial mutagenesis and genetics, including genetic exchange by transformation, transduction and conjugation. Taxonomy and evolution. Description of chosen groups of bacteria. Antibiotics and mechanisms for antibiotic resistance. Microbe-host interactions. Exercises: Microscopy and microbiological techniques. Enrichment and isolation of Bacteria and Archaea from natural materials. Physiological experiments and quantitative microbial analysis.
Learning outcome
After finishing this course, the students are expected to:
- Master basic microbiological techniques (e.g. sterile techniques, microscopy, traditional microbial tests).
- Have knowledge about microbial phylogeny and be able to describe all forms of microbial energy metabolisms.
- Describe the structure of a bacterial cell, and the central processes in cell division.
- Describe the basic principles for growing microorganisms in the laboratory, including the composition of culture media.
- Describe the classification of viruses, and the central characteristics of the viruses in the seven different groups.
- Give a general overview of eukaryotic microorganisms.
- Describe properties and specific characteristics of chosen bacteria, including their possible applications in industry.
- Have basic knowledge in microbial ecology.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, laboratory exercises, reports. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Specific conditions
Limited admission to classes. For more information: https://i.ntnu.no/wiki/-/wiki/English/Admission+to+courses+with+restricted+admission
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic knowledge in general biochemistry corresponding to TBT4102 Biochemistry 1. The course has limited attendance. Please register for attendance in accordance with general deadlines.
Course materials
Madigan, Martinko, Stahl and Clark: Brock Biology of Microorganisms, 13th edition, Pearson Education inc. (2012).
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIK4009 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2015
Extraordinary deadline for course registration: 2014-12-01
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Biotechnology
- Biotechnology/Molecular Genetics
- Technological subjects
- Olav Vadstein
- Olav Vadstein
- Per Bruheim
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biotechnology and Food Science
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2015-05-22 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer KONT Written examination 100/100 2015-08-12 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"