MICB3002 (v.1) Advances in Molecular Microbiology
| Area: | School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences |
|---|---|
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 7.0 |
| TUITION PATTERNS: | The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline. |
| Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Tutorial: | 6 x 2 Hours Semester |
| Practical: | 8 x 3 Hours Semester |
| Prerequisite(s): |
MEDI2009 (v.1)
Investigations in Infectious Microbiology
or any previous version
OR MEDI2003 (v.1) Foundations of Medical Microbiology or any previous version |
| UNIT REFERENCES, TEXTS, OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT DETAILS: | The most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes, will be provided in the unit outline. |
| Syllabus: | An advanced course in the study of molecular biology and pathogenesis of major bacterial pathogens. There is an emphasis on new and emerging infections as well as those that have previously had major global impacts of clinical and economic relevance. Molecular microbiology and biotechnology uses this information to improve diagnosis, treatment, epidemiological analysis, control and prevention of infectious diseases. Core topics covered include bacterial genetics and the evolution of resistance to antimicrobial agents, the mechanisms of resistance to antimicrobial agents, and the spread and epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance genes. The lecture program will feature guest speakers from research and industry to highlight current aspects in microbiology. The practical component focusses on understanding the principles and practices of laboratory diagnostics using current molecular approaches. Seminars will be conducted as team presentations to explore current topics on infectious diseases in depth. This progressive unit aims to expose students to the multi-faceted approaches required when engaging issues in molecular microbiology. |
| Field of Education: | 010911 Microbiology |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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