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MICR220 Introductory Microbiology

Updated: 15 April 2009
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Online level Level B - Internet access required
Intensive School(s)
Start Finish Attendance Notes
21 September 2009 24 September 2009 Mandatory
Supervised Exam There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions MICR220A
Notes

assumed knowledge of BCHM210 or BCHM210A

Combined Units None
Coordinator(s) Ken Watson (kwatson2@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

This unit deals with the classification, growth, structure and function of the major types of microorganisms. Emphasis is on the importance of microorganisms to humans, including their roles in human health and disease. The residential school introduces students to basic microbiological techniques, including bacterial staining, identification and growth. External and internal students must attend a four-day workshop for this unit.

Prescribed Material
Mandatory
Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

Brock: The Biology of Microorganisms
ISBN: 9780321536150
Madigan, M.T., Martinko, J.M., Dunlop, P. V., and Clark, D.P., Pearson Benjamin Cummings 12th ed. 2008
Text refers to: Semester 2 , On and Off Campus
Recommended Material
Optional
Text(s):

Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library - purchase is optional

Microbiology and Infection Control for Health Professionals
ISBN: 9780733973444
Lee, G. and Bishop, P., Prentice Hall 3rd ed. 2006
Text refers to: Semester 2 , On and Off Campus
Disclaimer Offer of some subjects is subject to viability. Information in these unit descriptions is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
   

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