• TFMB1001
  • Basic Microbiology

  • Credits (ECTS): 5
  • Food Science and Environmental Health

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Overview

Module Description

Introduction to the morphology and growth characteristics of microorganisms. Role of microorganisms in disease and immune response mechanisms will be examined. Students will gain practical experience in microscopy skills and in basic microbiology analytical methods.

Indicative Syllabus

Introduction to the microbial world. Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure. Morphology and reproduction of bacteria, fungi and viruses. Effect of environmental and nutritional factors on microbial growth. Introduction to the control of microbial growth: sterilisation and disinfection. Microbial diseases: reservoirs of infection. Microbial diseases: modes of transmission. Introduction to food intoxication and food infection microorganisms. Immune response: non-specific and specific defence mechanisms. Introduction to the microbiology of water, air and surfaces. Hygiene, monitoring, Indicator organisms, GHP. Laboratory Practicals: Aseptic Techniques I. Laboratory Practicals: Aseptic techniques II. Laboratory Practicals: Environmental monitoring.

Total Contact Teaching Hours:48

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