SGS1083 / Basic Microbiology

COURSE TITLE

Basic Microbiology

COURSE CODE

SGS1083

CREDIT VALUE

3(2+1)
2 denotes lecture (2 hours a week x 14 weeks)
1 denotes practical (2 hours a week x 14 weeks)

RATIONALE

This course is a prerequisite for the subject Clinical Microbiology, Immunology &
Serology and Medical Parasitology.

SYPNOSIS

In this course, the student will be introduced to the basic exposure to

microorganisms. Students will learn and will be introduced to the characteristics
and reproductive ways of microorganisms. Student will be also introduced to the
handling of microorganisms in microbiology laboratory.

TEACHING, LEARNING & ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

Teaching & Learning

1. Lecture and Discussion
2. Co-Operative Learning
3. Independent Study
4. Group Assignment / Project
5. Outside Visit
Assessment
1. Quiz
2. Assignment
3. Lab Practical Report
4. Exam
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the end of the course , students will be able to:
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elucidate orally and in written form the fundamental concept of microbiology.

explain in detail bacterial, viral and fungal cells and it morphology, function and
characteristics with and aid of labeled diagram.
explain in detail the ways to control microbial growth by physical and chemical methods.
clarify individually and in group the difference ways of reproductive mechanisms of
fungal cells.
explain orally and in written the various taxonomy of microorganisms.
identify microscopically the various types of bacterial and fungal cells and its movements.
perform individually and in group the procedure of pure culture and staining of
microorganisms.
perform individually and in group the procedure of pure culture and staining of
microorganisms.
practice individually and in group the observation of biochemical reactions performed by
various bacterial species in Microbiology laboratory.

ASSESSMENT METHODS AND TYPES:

Quiz

Assignment

Practical

Lab assessment

Mid Sem Exam

Final Sem Exam

10%

15%

5%

10%

30%

40%

Academic Department
MANAGEMENT AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY (MSU)

SGS1083 / Basic Microbiology

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MICROBE NOMENCLATURE AND TAXONOMY

BACTERIOLOGY
MYCOLOGY
VIROLOGI
MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTROL

References

Main
Jacquelyn G.B. 1999. Microbiology Principles and Explorations. New Jersey: Prentice Hall
Tortora G.J., Funke B.R. and Case C.L. 2005. Microbiology: An Introduction. Los Angeles:
Benjamin/Cummings Publisher.
Gerard, J.T., Funkee, B.R. and Case, C.L. 1995. Microbiology and Introduction., 6th ed. Addison-Wesley
Books, The Benjamin/Cummings Publisher.

Postgate, J. 1992. Microbes and Man. 3rd ed. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, England
Madigan. M.T. et.al. 2003. Microbiology. International inc., Pearson Education

Academic Department
MANAGEMENT AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY (MSU)