HLTH 216 Microbiology (Lec/Lab)
A study of the characteristics of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, microorganisms) and principles of their growth and control. Interactions between host and microbe, including host defenses, infectious diseases, and epidemiology are also included.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Use terminology appropriate for the discipline. (lec)
- Explain the significance of microbes to humans and the environment. (lec)
- Describe the basic principles of microscopy. (lec)
- Identify the major structures and functions of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. (lec)
- Describe general structures of viruses and how they multiply. (lec)
- Compare and contrast the major groups of microbes. (lec)
- Describe the major metabolic pathways of bacteria. (lec)
- Describe the major principles of microbial nutrition and growth. (lec)
- Differentiate between physical and chemical methods used to control microbial growth. (lec)
- Describe interactions between microbes and human hosts. (lec)
- Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate laboratory safety precautions. (lab)
- Understand the principles of aseptic technique. (lab)
- Observe, interpret, and report experimental results. (lab)
- Interpret the results of a Gram stain. (lab)
- Differentiate between common shapes and arrangements of microbial samples. (lab)
- Understand methods used to grow and isolate microbes in cultures. (lab)
- Critically combine biochemical test results with differential staining and selective media to identify bacteria. (lab)
- Compare the effectiveness of disinfectants, antiseptics, and antimicrobial compounds. (lab)