Introduction to Microbiology (6510.5)
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Science | Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:1. Describe the morphology, metabolism and reproduction of bacteria; understand diagnostics, symptoms and treatment/ prevention of common bacterial diseases;
2. Describe the morphology and reproduction of viruses; understand diagnostics, symptoms and treatment/ prevention of common viral diseases;
3. Describe the nature, reproduction and diseases associated with prions;
4. Describe morphology, metabolism and reproduction of fungi; understand symptoms and treatment/ prevention of common fungal diseases;
5. Describe the morphology, metabolism and reproduction of parasites; understand symptoms and treatment/ prevention of common parasitic diseases;
6. Discuss ways to control microorganisms by physical and chemical means;
7. Discuss general principles in water management, sewage treatment, fermentation and biotechnology;
8. Understand key principles in the evolution of life and to apply this knowledge to the field of microbiology; and
9. Employ a range of laboratory skills (microscopy, staining, biochemical tests, etc) to isolate, cultivate, characterise and identify microorganisms.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
(11722 Biological Concepts OR 483 Concepts in Biology )AND
(11768 Chemical Foundations OR 1516 Chemistry 1a) OR (11724 Chemical Concepts OR 1517 Chemistry 1b)
Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
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Required texts
1. Willey J, Sandman K & Wood D (2022). Prescott's Microbiology. 12th International Edition. McGraw-Hill (ISBN10: 1264088396 | ISBN13: 9781264088393); available from the UCX Shop.
2. Introduction to Microbiology—Laboratory Notes 2022. University of Canberra, Australia; available from the UCX Shop.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Assessment items in this unit are in written form (assessments of the laboratory notes (marked twice), mid-semester test (face-to-face) and final exam (online and proctored)) and/or involve the demonstration of practical skills (practical skills assessment (face-to-face); note that this assessment may also require the provision of written answers).
Special assessment requirements
In order to pass, students must: (i) attempt the following assessment items: the mid-semester test, the practical skills assessment and the final exam; (ii) gain an average of at least 45% in the final exam; (iii) gain an overall mark of at least 50%; and (iv) participate in at least 7 laboratory classes scheduled on Thursdays and 6 laboratory classes scheduled on Fridays (regardless of medical or counselling certificates).
The unit convener reserves the right to question students orally on any of their submitted work.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
Students are strongly encouraged to attend lectures or --- if that is not possible --- to listen to recorded lectures online (23 hours). Attendance of and participation in laboratory/practical classes is compulsory (26 hrs) and so is the sitting of test/assessments/exams (4.5 hours). The remaining time (150 - 53.5 = 96.5 hours) should be spend on self-directed studies using the material provided in lectures/practicals, the textbook and other resources.
Inclusion and engagement
N/A
Participation requirements
Attending and/or watching all lectures online is expected and strongly recommended.
Participation in all laboratory (practical) classes is a compulsory condition of this unit, and attendance will be recorded. In the event that you cannot attend your assigned laboratory class due to illness or extenuating circumstances, contact the Unit Convener as soon as possible and provide a medical or counselling certificate. However, students must participate in at least 7 laboratory classes scheduled on Thursdays and 6 laboratory classes scheduled on Fridays (regardless of medical or counselling certificates). In other words, students will not pass, if they miss too many classes (even if they provide medical certificates for all of the missed classes).
Required IT skills
Basic knowledge of Word and Excel, and familiarity of the use of internet browsers are required.
In-unit costs
The Laboratory Notes 2022 must either be purchased from the UCX Shop. Self-printed and electronic copies are not permitted.
Work placement, internships or practicums
N/A
Additional information
This unit involves research-led education. There are active researchers delivering this unit who are able to engage students in deep and active learning and transmit to students their passion for the research they are carrying out.
Provision of information to students:
Notifications through Canvas are deemed to be made to the whole class. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that they check for announcements on the unit's Canvas website. Furthermore, students should ensure they check their student email regularly.
Unforeseen circumstances beyond the unit convener's control could result in changes to the mode of delivery of lectures, laboratory classes and assessments. Students will be advised if this occurs and appropriate alternatives will be arranged.
Use of student email account
The University Email policy states that "students wishing to contact the University via email regarding administrative or academic matters need to send the email from the University account for identity verification purposes". Therefore all unit enquiries should be emailed using a student university email account. Students should contact servicedesk@canberra.edu.au if they have any issues accessing their university email account.In all cases of absence, sickness or personal problems it is the student's responsibility to ensure that the unit Convener is informed. The minimum participation requirement must be met in order to pass the unit (regardless of supporting documentation).
