Course Overview
Learners will explore human relationships with microorganisms, prokaryotic (bacterial) cell structure, metabolism and growth, and the principles of antimicrobial action and resistance. In laboratory and seminar, learners will study techniques employed in the clinical microbiology laboratory to identify bacterial isolates and correlate culture growth. Evaluation includes assessment of theoretical knowledge and demonstration of practical skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe host (human)-microorganism interactions in health, infection, and disease.
- Describe the significance of prokaryotic (bacterial) cell structure, metabolism, growth, and genetics as they pertain to diagnostic microbiology.
- Differentiate bacteria on the basis of macroscopic (colony) morphology.
- Differentiate bacteria on the basis of microscopic morphology by applying principles of cell structure, staining techniques (Gram stain), and brightfield microscopy.
- Correlate culture growth in relation to physical and nutritional requirements.
- Perform and interpret differential tests used in identification schemes.
- Discuss foundational principles of antimicrobial activity and resistance.
- Discuss pathogenicity and clinical significance for selected groups of bacteria.
- Identify and report selected bacteria growing in culture by correctly adhering to differential testing and laboratory reporting guidelines.
- Practice safe microbiology laboratory procedures, including aseptic technique.
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Clinical Microbiology 1 (MLSC 1309) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Science
Diploma Full-time
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