Online Courses Handbook 2003

10535 (v.4) Microbiology 331

Area:	School of Biomedical Science
Contact Hours:	5.0
Credits:	50.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Practical:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	11600 (v.3) Microbiology 232 - created in error or any previous version
Detailed structure and function of the bacterial cell. Microbial metabolism, metabolic regulation and biosynthesis of macromolecules. Action of antimicrobial agents. Bacterial genetics, mechanisms of resistance to antimicrobial agents and the spread and epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance. The role of microorganisms in plant and animal diseases. Pathogenesis. The role of microorganisms in the environment, public health and pollution. Commercial applications of microorganisms, particularly in genetic engineering and biotechnology.