302631 (v.1) Podiatric Microbiology 138

Area:

School of Biomedical Science

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

13124 (v.2) Introduction to Microbiology 137 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Review of basic biology of bacteria, fungi and viruses and their role in human disease. Microbial cell structure, nutrition, metabolism, collection and cultivation of microbes. Control of microbes by sterilisation, disinfection and antimicrobial chemotherapy as they apply to the practice of Podiatry. Immunity to microbial pathogens. Cross infection control in a clinical setting.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Developed an understanding of the infectious diseases caused by specific types of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Developed a basic understanding of the body defences against infection and the role of vaccination. Demonstrated a working knowledge of specimens required and methods used for the laboratory diagnosis of infections of the foot - especially fungal infections. Developed a clear understanding of methods used to control and prevent the spread of infectious micro-organisms in the podiatry clinic.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Black J., (1999). Microbiology Principles and Explorations, 4th ed., New Jersey, Prentice Hall. Lee G. and Bishop P., (2002), Microbiology and Infection Control for the Health Professionals, 2nd ed., Australia, Prentice Hall. Mims C., Playfair J., et al, (1998), Medical Microbiology, 2nd ed., Mosby.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 50%. Final Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y