bio2imb intro microbiol
INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY
BIO2IMB
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces microbiology through units of ever increasing size and complexity. We begin with molecules and cells, proceed to whole organisms and then onto how microbes interact with their environment, including humans. Topics covered in the lectures include microbial cell and molecular biology, structure and function of microbes and viruses, the control of microbial growth, causes of common microbial and viral diseases, and microbial interactions with humans and the environment. The practical component focuses on developing the practical skills required to safely study microorganisms.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJoseph Tucci
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites BI01CO
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Brock Biology of Microorganisms | Prescribed | Madigan, MT, Martinko, JM, Dunlap, PV and Clark DP 2012 | 13TH EDITION, SYDNEY, PEARSON |
| Readings | Foundations in Microbiology | Prescribed | Talaro, KT 2009 | 7TH EDITION, SYDNEY, MCGRAW-HILL |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoseph Tucci
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"(for eight weeks)"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | |
| 4 online quizzes | 8 | |
| Class Test 2 - essay (40 minutes worth of writing) | 6 | |
| Laboratory Report | 20 | |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions | 6 |
Malaysia, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoseph Tucci
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | |
| 4 online quizzes | 8 | |
| Class Test 2 - essay (40 minutes worth of writing) | 6 | |
| Laboratory Report | 20 | |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions | 6 |
Malaysia, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoseph Tucci
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | |
| 4 online quizzes | 8 | |
| Class Test 2 - essay (40 minutes worth of writing) | 6 | |
| Laboratory Report | 20 | |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 10 | |
| class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions | 6 |